Prism album artwork

Prism

Prism

🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English74% KR📅 2016K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Prism (Prism) is performed by SHINee, released on the album 1 of 1 - The 5th Album 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

그 어떤 글

geu eo-tteon geul

그 어떤 말

geu eo-tteon mal

그 어떤 표정

geu eo-tteon pyo-jeong

그 어떤 빛의 언어도

geu eo-tteon bit-ui eon-eo-do

내겐 보이지 않던 In love

nae-gen bo-i-ji an-deon In love

그 표정도 네가 하면

geu pyo-jeong-do ne-ga ha-myeon

그 말도 널 거치면

geu mal-do neol geo-chi-myeon

의미를 띠고

ui-mi-reul tti-go

From red to violet

마치 무지개처럼

ma-chi mu-ji-gae-cheo-reom

내게 펼쳐져

nae-ge pyeol-chyeo-jyeo

눈부셔 볼 수 없던

nun-bu-syeo bol su eop-deon

투명해 보이지 않던

tu-myeong-hae bo-i-ji an-deon

너의 그 두 눈빛으로

neo-ui geu du nun-bit-eu-ro

내 맘을 비추어

nae mam-eul bi-chu-eo

내 맘 Baby 비추어

nae mam Baby bi-chu-eo

비춰줘 Baby

bi-chwo-jwo Baby

내 맘 Baby 비추어

nae mam Baby bi-chu-eo

비추어 Lady

bi-chu-eo Lady

내 맘 Oh 비추어

nae mam Oh bi-chu-eo

Uh Prism Prism

내 맘을 비추어 Yeah yeah

nae mam-eul bi-chu-eo Yeah yeah

텅 빈 내 맘을 분해해

teong bin nae mam-eul bun-hae-hae

몰랐었던 감정들로

mol-rass-eoss-deon gam-jeong-deul-ro

날 가득 채우고

nal ga-deuk chae-u-go

투명한 그 두 눈빛으로

tu-myeong-han geu du nun-bit-eu-ro

내 맘을 비추어

nae mam-eul bi-chu-eo

보여줘 보이지 않던 걸

bo-yeo-jwo bo-i-ji an-deon geol

말해줘 세상에 없던 걸

mal-hae-jwo se-sang-e eop-deon geol

새빨간 네 입술이

sae-ppal-gan ne ip-sul-i

물감처럼 내 심장을 물들여

mul-gam-cheo-reom nae sim-jang-eul mul-deul-yeo

뭐든 네가 하면

mwo-deun ne-ga ha-myeon

그 말도 널 거치면

geu mal-do neol geo-chi-myeon

의미를 띠고

ui-mi-reul tti-go

From red to violet

빛의 스펙트럼

bit-ui seu-pek-teu-reom

내게 펼쳐져

nae-ge pyeol-chyeo-jyeo

눈부셔 볼 수 없던

nun-bu-syeo bol su eop-deon

투명해 보이지 않던

tu-myeong-hae bo-i-ji an-deon

너의 그 두 눈빛으로

neo-ui geu du nun-bit-eu-ro

내 맘을 비추어

nae mam-eul bi-chu-eo

내 맘 Baby 비추어

nae mam Baby bi-chu-eo

비춰줘 Baby

bi-chwo-jwo Baby

내 맘 Baby 비추어

nae mam Baby bi-chu-eo

비추어 Lady

bi-chu-eo Lady

내 맘 Oh 비추어

nae mam Oh bi-chu-eo

Uh Prism Prism

내 맘을 비추어

nae mam-eul bi-chu-eo

텅 빈 내 맘을 분해해

teong bin nae mam-eul bun-hae-hae

몰랐었던 감정들로

mol-rass-eoss-deon gam-jeong-deul-ro

날 가득 채우고

nal ga-deuk chae-u-go

투명한 그 두 눈빛으로

tu-myeong-han geu du nun-bit-eu-ro

내 맘을 비추어

nae mam-eul bi-chu-eo

깜빡인 네 눈썹이

kkam-ppak-in ne nun-sseop-i

붓처럼 날 덧칠해

bus-cheo-reom nal deos-chil-hae

당연했던 모든 것들이

dang-yeon-haess-deon mo-deun geos-deul-i

모두 의미를 가져

mo-du ui-mi-reul ga-jyeo

Huh

내 맘 Baby 비추어

nae mam Baby bi-chu-eo

비춰줘 Baby

bi-chwo-jwo Baby

내 맘 Baby 비추어

nae mam Baby bi-chu-eo

비추어 Lady

bi-chu-eo Lady

내 맘 Oh 비추어

nae mam Oh bi-chu-eo

Uh Prism Prism

내 맘을 비추어

nae mam-eul bi-chu-eo

텅 빈 내 맘을 분해해

teong bin nae mam-eul bun-hae-hae

몰랐었던 감정들로

mol-rass-eoss-deon gam-jeong-deul-ro

날 가득 채우고

nal ga-deuk chae-u-go

투명한 그 두 눈빛으로

tu-myeong-han geu du nun-bit-eu-ro

내 맘을 비추어

nae mam-eul bi-chu-eo

비춰줘 Na na na

bi-chwo-jwo Na na na

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Prism by SHINee.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Prism" (Prism) 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 "Prism" 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, "Prism" 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 “Prism”?

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

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

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

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

What is the English translation and meaning of Prism by SHINee?

"Prism" 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 Prism with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Prism by SHINee?

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

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