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Day 1

Day 1

🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English83% KR📅 2015K-PopRed Velvet

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Day 1 (Day 1) is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album The Red - The 1st Album in 2015.

💡 Linguistic Features: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Practice singing along with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.

Lyrics, Romanization & English Translation

맨 처음 교복을 입던 날처럼

maen cheo-eum gyo-bok-eul ip-deon nal-cheo-reom

어색한 기분과 들뜬 마음

eo-saek-han gi-bun-gwa deul-tteun ma-eum

어젯밤 갑작스런 네 고백에

eo-jes-bam gap-jak-seu-reon ne go-baek-e

나 사실 한 시간도 못 잤어

na sa-sil han si-gan-do mos jass-eo

어제완 다른 사이, 친구는 이제 그만

eo-je-wan da-reun sa-i, chin-gu-neun i-je geu-man

근데 말이야, 부탁 있어, 약속해줘

geun-de mal-i-ya, bu-tak iss-eo, yak-sok-hae-jwo

Kiss, kiss, kiss, 단 하루도 빼먹지 말고

Kiss, kiss, kiss, dan ha-ru-do ppae-meok-ji mal-go

Love, love, love, 잠들기 전 꼭 속삭여줘

Love, love, love, jam-deul-gi jeon kkok sok-sak-yeo-jwo

네가 원한 만큼, 내가 기다린 만큼

ne-ga won-han man-keum, nae-ga gi-da-rin man-keum

마음 다해 안아줘, 아껴줘

ma-eum da-hae an-a-jwo, a-kkyeo-jwo

그 동안 넌 너무 티가 났지만

geu dong-an neon neo-mu ti-ga nass-ji-man

그게 날 더욱 설레게 했어

geu-ge nal deo-uk seol-re-ge haess-eo

처음 잡는 너의 손 촉촉한 떨림 속

cheo-eum jap-neun neo-ui son chok-chok-han tteol-rim sok

나도 몰래 두근거려, 더워져요

na-do mol-rae du-geun-geo-ryeo, deo-wo-jyeo-yo

Kiss, kiss, kiss, 단 하루도 빼먹지 말고

Kiss, kiss, kiss, dan ha-ru-do ppae-meok-ji mal-go

Love, love, love, 잠들기 전 꼭 속삭여줘

Love, love, love, jam-deul-gi jeon kkok sok-sak-yeo-jwo

네가 원한 만큼, 내가 기다린 만큼

ne-ga won-han man-keum, nae-ga gi-da-rin man-keum

마음 다해 안아줘, oh, yeah

ma-eum da-hae an-a-jwo, oh, yeah

어제보다 오늘 오늘보다 내일

eo-je-bo-da o-neul o-neul-bo-da nae-il

마음이 더욱 커져갔음 해, yeah

ma-eum-i deo-uk keo-jyeo-gass-eum hae, yeah

혼자 외롭지 않게, 둘이 슬프지 않게

hon-ja oe-rop-ji an-ge, dul-i seul-peu-ji an-ge

네 옆에 붙어있을게

ne yeop-e but-eo-iss-eul-ge

Step by step, 둘이서 걷는 길이 좋아

Step by step, dul-i-seo geot-neun gil-i jot-a

딴딴딴 둘만 아는 노래도 좋아

ttan-ttan-ttan dul-man a-neun no-rae-do jot-a

혹시 오랜 시간 지나도 습관 말고

hok-si o-raen si-gan ji-na-do seup-gwan mal-go

진심으로 온 맘 다해 아껴줘

jin-sim-eu-ro on mam da-hae a-kkyeo-jwo

시간이 너무 아까워, 내일 또 만나고 싶어

si-gan-i neo-mu a-kka-wo, nae-il tto man-na-go sip-eo

네가 원한 만큼, 내가 기다린 만큼

ne-ga won-han man-keum, nae-ga gi-da-rin man-keum

마음 다해 안아줘, 사랑해

ma-eum da-hae an-a-jwo, sa-rang-hae

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Day 1 by Red Velvet.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Day 1" (Day 1) by Red Velvet is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and personal growth, capturing the nuanced dynamics of modern relationships and youthful passion.

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2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean phrasing in "Day 1" employs subtle cultural idioms and layered lyricism. Phrasing shifts between introspective Korean stanzas and rhythmic English phrases, allowing listeners to experience both universal accessibility and culturally rich linguistic nuance.

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3. Songwriting Context & Production

Crafted with refined arrangement techniques, "Day 1" highlights Red Velvet's dynamic vocal range across textured instrumentation and modern beat drops.

🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Essential words to understand the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, feelings
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
사랑(Sarang)
Love, affection

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main message of “Day 1”?

"Day 1" (Day 1) by Red Velvet is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerabilit...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for Day 1.

Performer (아티스트)Red Velvet
Album (앨범)The Red - The 1st Album
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Red Velvet and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of Day 1 by Red Velvet?

"Day 1" is performed by Red Velvet. K-Lyrics provides verified original Korean text (한글), syllable-accurate Revised Romanization, and conversational English translations detailing the emotional meaning behind the track.

Where can I practice singing Day 1 with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Day 1 by Red Velvet?

"Day 1" is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album "The Red - The 1st Album" in 2015. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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