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Tell Me What To Do

Tell Me What To Do

🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English50% KR📅 2016K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Tell Me What To Do (Tell Me What To Do) is performed by SHINee, released on the album 1 and 1 - The 5th Album Repackage in 2016.

💡 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

Tell Me What To Do

Tell Me What To Do

Tell Me What To Do

Tell Me What To Do

요즘 난

yo-jeum nan

I don't know I don't know you

많은 걸 포기한 듯한 눈빛

man-eun geol po-gi-han deus-han nun-bit

하지만 들려 무언의 외침

ha-ji-man deul-ryeo mu-eon-ui oe-chim

Tell Me What To Do

극적인 전개도 없는 연인

geuk-jeok-in jeon-gae-do eop-neun yeon-in

시간이 두는 패착인 걸까

si-gan-i du-neun pae-chak-in geol-kka

끝내지 않아도 이미 끝난

kkeut-nae-ji an-a-do i-mi kkeut-nan

Tell Me What To Do

풀리지 않는 매듭은

pul-ri-ji an-neun mae-deup-eun

우리 앞에 있는데

u-ri ap-e iss-neun-de

내가 먼저 다가가

nae-ga meon-jeo da-ga-ga

막다른 길 끝에서

mak-da-reun gil kkeut-e-seo

흘린 눈물에 다 젖어버린

heul-rin nun-mul-e da jeot-eo-beo-rin

두 볼을 닦아주고 물어볼래

du bol-eul dak-a-ju-go mul-eo-bol-rae

Tell Me What To Do

Tell Me What To Do

Tell Me What To Do

Tell Me What To Do

말하지 않아도 알아주길

mal-ha-ji an-a-do al-a-ju-gil

뭔가 주기만 했다는 착각

mwon-ga ju-gi-man haess-da-neun chak-gak

익숙한 존재라 던진 말들

ik-suk-han jon-jae-ra deon-jin mal-deul

Tell Me What To Do

무심했던 아픈 말

mu-sim-haess-deon a-peun mal

깊은 상처를 남긴 날

gip-eun sang-cheo-reul nam-gin nal

내가 여전히 바보란 사실만

nae-ga yeo-jeon-hi ba-bo-ran sa-sil-man

깨닫게 되는 말

kkae-dat-ge doe-neun mal

지울 수만 있다면

ji-ul su-man iss-da-myeon

그렇게만 된다면

geu-reot-ge-man doen-da-myeon

내가 먼저 다가가

nae-ga meon-jeo da-ga-ga

막다른 길 끝에서

mak-da-reun gil kkeut-e-seo

흘린 눈물에 다 젖어버린

heul-rin nun-mul-e da jeot-eo-beo-rin

두 볼을 닦아주고 물어볼래

du bol-eul dak-a-ju-go mul-eo-bol-rae

Tell Me What To Do

먼저 말해주길 바래

meon-jeo mal-hae-ju-gil ba-rae

Tell Me What To Do

Don't cry no more

Tell Me What To Do

너의 마음이 나를 본다면

neo-ui ma-eum-i na-reul bon-da-myeon

Tell Me What To Do

Don't cry no more

당연하게만 여겼던 네 자리

dang-yeon-ha-ge-man yeo-gyeoss-deon ne ja-ri

네가 없다는 그 상상만으로도

ne-ga eop-da-neun geu sang-sang-man-eu-ro-do

견디기 싫어져 세상은 무너져 다

gyeon-di-gi sil-eo-jyeo se-sang-eun mu-neo-jyeo da

Am I the one for you

넌 언제쯤 예전에 나와 견제 중

neon eon-je-jjeum ye-jeon-e na-wa gyeon-je jung

네가 많이 변했다고 말하는

ne-ga man-i byeon-haess-da-go mal-ha-neun

내가 가장 많이 변했지

nae-ga ga-jang man-i byeon-haess-ji

The one for me

난 모르지만

nan mo-reu-ji-man

그 약속을 계속 조르지 우리

geu yak-sok-eul gye-sok jo-reu-ji u-ri

시간은 계속 머물지만

si-gan-eun gye-sok meo-mul-ji-man

우리 시간은 계속 허물지

u-ri si-gan-eun gye-sok heo-mul-ji

그 미소가 내게 와 더 환하게

geu mi-so-ga nae-ge wa deo hwan-ha-ge

차갑던 손은 더 따듯하게

cha-gap-deon son-eun deo tta-deus-ha-ge

외롭던 두 개 영혼이 만나

oe-rop-deon du gae yeong-hon-i man-na

Not lonely lonely lonely lonely

다시 널 들여다볼게

da-si neol deul-yeo-da-bol-ge

네 숨을 귀에 담을게

ne sum-eul gwi-e dam-eul-ge

우리만 빼고 모든 것이 다 변해가도

u-ri-man ppae-go mo-deun geos-i da byeon-hae-ga-do

내가 먼저 다가가

nae-ga meon-jeo da-ga-ga

막다른 길 끝에서

mak-da-reun gil kkeut-e-seo

Tell Me What To Do

흘린 눈물에 다 젖어버린

heul-rin nun-mul-e da jeot-eo-beo-rin

두 볼을 닦아주고 물어볼래

du bol-eul dak-a-ju-go mul-eo-bol-rae

Tell Me What To Do

먼저 말해주길 바래

meon-jeo mal-hae-ju-gil ba-rae

Tell Me What To Do

Don't cry no more

Tell Me What To Do

너의 마음이 나를 본다면

neo-ui ma-eum-i na-reul bon-da-myeon

Tell Me What To Do

Don't cry no more

Tell Me What To Do

Tell Me What To Do

Tell Me What To Do

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Tell Me What To Do by SHINee.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Tell Me What To Do" (Tell Me What To Do) by SHINee 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 "Tell Me What To Do" 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, "Tell Me What To Do" highlights SHINee'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 “Tell Me What To Do”?

"Tell Me What To Do" (Tell Me What To Do) by SHINee is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, ...

Q: How can I practice singing “Tell Me What To Do” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for Tell Me What To Do.

Performer (아티스트)SHINee
Album (앨범)1 and 1 - The 5th Album Repackage
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under SHINee and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the English translation and meaning of Tell Me What To Do by SHINee?

"Tell Me What To Do" is performed by SHINee. 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 Tell Me What To Do with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Tell Me What To Do by SHINee?

"Tell Me What To Do" is performed by SHINee, released on the album "1 and 1 - The 5th Album Repackage" in 2016. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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