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Zimzalabim

Zimzalabim

🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English24% KR📅 2019K-PopRed Velvet

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Zimzalabim (Zimzalabim) is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album ‘The ReVe Festival’ Day 1 - EP in 2019.

💡 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

Whoo, hahaha

Are you ready for this?

Zimzalabim!

암거나-거나-거나 쫓다 지치지 마 (yeah)

am-geo-na-geo-na-geo-na jjot-da ji-chi-ji ma (yeah)

늘 바라-바라-바라봤자 꿈이 아냐 (haha)

neul ba-ra-ba-ra-ba-ra-bwass-ja kkum-i a-nya (haha)

널 꺼내-꺼내-꺼내 진짜 네 맘을 봐 (uh-huh)

neol kkeo-nae-kkeo-nae-kkeo-nae jin-jja ne mam-eul bwa (uh-huh)

뭘 원해-원해-원해 tell me

mwol won-hae-won-hae-won-hae tell me

신나는 하룰 만들어 볼까?

sin-na-neun ha-rul man-deul-eo bol-kka?

네모난 지구 위로 걱정은 모두 던져

ne-mo-nan ji-gu wi-ro geok-jeong-eun mo-du deon-jyeo

Na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na-na, higher

입술에 피어나는 주문에 너를 맡겨

ip-sul-e pi-eo-na-neun ju-mun-e neo-reul mat-gyeo

Na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na-na (ha)

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

어머-어머-어머 활짝 웃는 널 봐

eo-meo-eo-meo-eo-meo hwal-jjak us-neun neol bwa

너무-너무-너무 깜짝 놀라진 마 그게 바로 너야

neo-mu-neo-mu-neo-mu kkam-jjak nol-ra-jin ma geu-ge ba-ro neo-ya

주문을 외는 순간 누구든 행복해져

ju-mun-eul oe-neun sun-gan nu-gu-deun haeng-bok-hae-jyeo

Na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na-na, higher

틀에 박힌 세상 속에서

teul-e bak-hin se-sang sok-e-seo

길들여진 넌 매일 마냥 덤덤

gil-deul-yeo-jin neon mae-il ma-nyang deom-deom

날 따라 해봐

nal tta-ra hae-bwa

뭐 더 필요해?

mwo deo pil-yo-hae?

Hey, girls! (uh-huh)

You ready? (Oh, yeah)

너 몰래 자취를 감춘 꿈을 찾아서

neo mol-rae ja-chwi-reul gam-chun kkum-eul chat-a-seo

달려볼까 함께해줘, boys

dal-ryeo-bol-kka ham-kke-hae-jwo, boys

장난스러운 목소리로

jang-nan-seu-reo-un mok-so-ri-ro

마음껏 외쳐 모두 잊고 (yo)

ma-eum-kkeos oe-chyeo mo-du it-go (yo)

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

별빛 가득한 눈을 봐

byeol-bit ga-deuk-han nun-eul bwa

(누구보다 빛나 보석처럼 반짝)

(nu-gu-bo-da bit-na bo-seok-cheo-reom ban-jjak)

Oh, 멀리서 헤매진 마

Oh, meol-ri-seo he-mae-jin ma

(눈부시게 빛나 웃어봐 더 활짝)

(nun-bu-si-ge bit-na us-eo-bwa deo hwal-jjak)

꿈은 네 안에 있는 걸

kkum-eun ne an-e iss-neun geol

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

Zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zimzalabim, zim-zim

Na-na-na-na-na (hey), na-na-na-na (yeah)

Na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na (yo)

Na-na-na-na-na (hey), na-na-na-na (haha)

Na-na-na-na-na, na-na-na-na (yo)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Zimzalabim" (Zimzalabim) 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 "Zimzalabim" 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, "Zimzalabim" 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 “Zimzalabim”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Zimzalabim” with proper Korean pronunciation?

Use the K-Lyrics Sing-Along Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch lock, loop fast verses, and practice real-time tongue placement.

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for Zimzalabim.

Performer (아티스트)Red Velvet
Album (앨범)‘The ReVe Festival’ Day 1 - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Red Velvet and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Zimzalabim, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Zimzalabim by Red Velvet?

"Zimzalabim" 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 Zimzalabim with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice Zimzalabim with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=zimzalabim, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced Zimzalabim by Red Velvet?

"Zimzalabim" is performed by Red Velvet, released on the album "‘The ReVe Festival’ Day 1 - EP" in 2019. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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