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Shadow

Shadow

Artist: SEVENTEEN•Album: Face the Sun
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English55% KR📅 2022K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Shadow” (Shadow) is performed by SEVENTEEN, released on the album Face the Sun in 2022.

💡 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

Verse 1

저 멀리 뜨거운 해 떠오르지 않길 원했어 (oh, whoa)

jeo meol-ri tteu-geo-un hae tteo-o-reu-ji an-gil won-haess-eo (oh, whoa)

빛의 반대편 그늘진 모든 게 싫어서 (oh, whoa)

bit-ui ban-dae-pyeon geu-neul-jin mo-deun ge sil-eo-seo (oh, whoa)

걸음걸이마다 따라와서, 시선은 항상 그곳에 있어

geol-eum-geol-i-ma-da tta-ra-wa-seo, si-seon-eun hang-sang geu-gos-e iss-eo

도망치는 내 모습이 너무 싫었어 (oh, whoa)

do-mang-chi-neun nae mo-seup-i neo-mu sil-eoss-eo (oh, whoa)

어느새 우린 닮아가고 있었어

eo-neu-sae u-rin dal-a-ga-go iss-eoss-eo

마치 데칼코마니인 것처럼

ma-chi de-kal-ko-ma-ni-in geos-cheo-reom

너와 마주 하고 싶은 맘에

neo-wa ma-ju ha-go sip-eun mam-e

Shadow, my shadow, my shadow

Chorus

널 남에게 보이지 않으려

neol nam-e-ge bo-i-ji an-eu-ryeo

Shadow, my shadow, my shadow

미워하고 아파도 했어

mi-wo-ha-go a-pa-do haess-eo

Shadow, my shadow, my shadow

Oh, 이제 난 알아 너 또한 나인걸

Oh, i-je nan al-a neo tto-han na-in-geol

숨기고 싶지 않아, I want to hold your hand

sum-gi-go sip-ji an-a, I want to hold your hand

나의 어두움마저 밝게 빛나고 말 테니까

na-ui eo-du-um-ma-jeo bal-ge bit-na-go mal te-ni-kka

Baby, I'm a shadow of you

Verse 3

달렸어 네게서 도망치려 숨었어 빛이 없는 곳으로

dal-ryeoss-eo ne-ge-seo do-mang-chi-ryeo sum-eoss-eo bit-i eop-neun gos-eu-ro

도망치는 마음으로 나는 run, run, run, whoa

do-mang-chi-neun ma-eum-eu-ro na-neun run, run, run, whoa

숨소리마저 똑같아서, 내 마음이 널 듣고 싶어 해

sum-so-ri-ma-jeo ttok-gat-a-seo, nae ma-eum-i neol deut-go sip-eo hae

도망치는 내 모습이 너무 싫었어 (oh, whoa)

do-mang-chi-neun nae mo-seup-i neo-mu sil-eoss-eo (oh, whoa)

어느새 우린 닮아가고 있었어

eo-neu-sae u-rin dal-a-ga-go iss-eoss-eo

마치 데칼코마니인 것처럼

ma-chi de-kal-ko-ma-ni-in geos-cheo-reom

너와 마주 하고 싶은 맘에

neo-wa ma-ju ha-go sip-eun mam-e

Shadow, my shadow, my shadow

Verse 4

널 남에게 보이지 않으려

neol nam-e-ge bo-i-ji an-eu-ryeo

Shadow, my shadow, my shadow

미워하고 아파도 했어

mi-wo-ha-go a-pa-do haess-eo

Shadow, my shadow, my shadow

Oh, 이제 난 알아 너 또한 나인걸

Oh, i-je nan al-a neo tto-han na-in-geol

숨기고 싶지 않아, I want to hold your hand

sum-gi-go sip-ji an-a, I want to hold your hand

나의 어두움마저 밝게 빛나고 말 테니까

na-ui eo-du-um-ma-jeo bal-ge bit-na-go mal te-ni-kka

Baby, I'm a shadow of you

Verse 5

Stay with me 어느 순간에도

Stay with me eo-neu sun-gan-e-do

같은 빛 같은 그림자 되어

gat-eun bit gat-eun geu-rim-ja doe-eo

어느 곳에서도 너를 안고

eo-neu gos-e-seo-do neo-reul an-go

Yeah, 검은색 칠해진 널 외면하기만 했어

Yeah, geom-eun-saek chil-hae-jin neol oe-myeon-ha-gi-man haess-eo

서로의 똑같은 모습을 잠시 잊은 채로

seo-ro-ui ttok-gat-eun mo-seup-eul jam-si it-eun chae-ro

부정하기 바빴었던 어제 드넓은 지구 한가운데

bu-jeong-ha-gi ba-ppass-eoss-deon eo-je deu-neol-eun ji-gu han-ga-un-de

우리의 관계는 유일해, 같은 발맞춰 달려 everywhere (my shadow)

u-ri-ui gwan-gye-neun yu-il-hae, gat-eun bal-mat-chwo dal-ryeo everywhere (my shadow)

널 남에게 보이지 않으려

neol nam-e-ge bo-i-ji an-eu-ryeo

Verse 6

Shadow, my shadow, my shadow

미워하고 아파도 했어

mi-wo-ha-go a-pa-do haess-eo

Shadow, my shadow, my shadow

Oh, 이제 난 알아 너 또한 나인걸

Oh, i-je nan al-a neo tto-han na-in-geol

숨기고 싶지 않아, I want to hold your hand

sum-gi-go sip-ji an-a, I want to hold your hand

나의 어두움마저 밝게 빛나고 말 테니까

na-ui eo-du-um-ma-jeo bal-ge bit-na-go mal te-ni-kka

Baby, I'm a shadow of you

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Shadow” by SEVENTEEN.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Shadow" (Shadow) by SEVENTEEN 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 "Shadow" 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, "Shadow" highlights SEVENTEEN'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 “Shadow”?

"Shadow" (Shadow) by SEVENTEEN is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerabili...

Q: How can I practice singing “Shadow” 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 “Shadow”.

Performer (아티스트)SEVENTEEN
Album (앨범)Face the Sun
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under SEVENTEEN and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the English translation and meaning of Shadow by SEVENTEEN?

"Shadow" is performed by SEVENTEEN. 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 Shadow with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Shadow by SEVENTEEN?

"Shadow" is performed by SEVENTEEN, released on the album "Face the Sun" in 2022. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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