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HARD

HARD

Artist: SHINee•Album: HARD - The 8th Album
🎤 Interactive Lyrics & Phonetic Pronunciation Guide

Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

Bring the fire

거침없이, yeah (hey, woo, uh-huh)

geo-chim-eop-i, yeah (hey, woo, uh-huh)

기나긴 밤 이겨냈지 (이겨냈지)

gi-na-gin bam i-gyeo-naess-ji (i-gyeo-naess-ji)

선명한 너의 그 상처는 빛났어

seon-myeong-han neo-ui geu sang-cheo-neun bit-nass-eo

Oh-oh, 주먹 쥐고 턱을 올려

Oh-oh, ju-meok jwi-go teok-eul ol-ryeo

그래, Ad Astra

geu-rae, Ad Astra

아득한 미래도 내 손안에 잡아

a-deuk-han mi-rae-do nae son-an-e jap-a

Feeling like a rockstar

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Lights on us, 쏟아지는 갈채속의 fire

Lights on us, ssot-a-ji-neun gal-chae-sok-ui fire

We go, we go, we go hard

Hard like a criminal, hard like the beat

Hard like my flow, 너도 원했니?

Hard like my flow, neo-do won-haess-ni?

밤이 녹을 만큼 뜨겁고 진한

bam-i nok-eul man-keum tteu-geop-go jin-han

새로운 히트 멈추지 못 했다지

sae-ro-un hi-teu meom-chu-ji mos haess-da-ji

Hard like a criminal, hard like the beat

Hard like my flow, 구미 당겼지

Hard like my flow, gu-mi dang-gyeoss-ji

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

Yeah, 멋 내 봐, 맛을 봐, 누가누가 와?

Yeah, meos nae bwa, mas-eul bwa, nu-ga-nu-ga wa?

너를 놀래키나, we go hard (hard)

neo-reul nol-rae-ki-na, we go hard (hard)

걸음은 King Kong 그 놈 참 물건

geol-eum-eun King Kong geu nom cham mul-geon

잠시 한 눈 좀 팔아도 다시 champion

jam-si han nun jom pal-a-do da-si champion

왕관은 주인을 되찾아내

wang-gwan-eun ju-in-eul doe-chat-a-nae

세상의 끝까지, yeah, we don't stop

se-sang-ui kkeut-kka-ji, yeah, we don't stop

Oh-oh, 시간이 아까워, tick-tock

Oh-oh, si-gan-i a-kka-wo, tick-tock

서둘러, sold out

seo-dul-reo, sold out

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

목말랐던 만큼 원하고 원해 봐

mok-mal-rass-deon man-keum won-ha-go won-hae bwa

Feeling like a rockstar

Lights on us

걸어 나와 네 순간을 마셔

geol-eo na-wa ne sun-gan-eul ma-syeo

(We'll bring the fire)

We go, we go, we go hard

Hard like a criminal, hard like the beat

Hard like my flow, 너도 원했니?

Hard like my flow, neo-do won-haess-ni?

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

밤이 녹을 만큼 뜨겁고 진한

bam-i nok-eul man-keum tteu-geop-go jin-han

새로운 히트 멈추지 못 했다지

sae-ro-un hi-teu meom-chu-ji mos haess-da-ji

Hard like a criminal, hard like the beat

Hard like my flow, 구미 당겼지

Hard like my flow, gu-mi dang-gyeoss-ji

Yeah, 멋 내 봐, 맛을 봐, 누가누가 와?

Yeah, meos nae bwa, mas-eul bwa, nu-ga-nu-ga wa?

너를 놀래키나, we go hard

neo-reul nol-rae-ki-na, we go hard

같이 가볼까? 되감을 순 없어

gat-i ga-bol-kka? doe-gam-eul sun eop-eo

지금 이 순간만 기억해 줘

ji-geum i sun-gan-man gi-eok-hae jwo

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

No looking back, 넌 알잖아

No looking back, neon al-jan-a

미쳐 봐, 날아 봐, 우린 강해, we get you right

mi-chyeo bwa, nal-a bwa, u-rin gang-hae, we get you right

K.O (yeah, yeah)

We gon' knock you out, 거기 M.C. countdown

We gon' knock you out, geo-gi M.C. countdown

To zero (yes, sir)

We go, we go, we go hard

Hard like a criminal, hard like the beat

Hard like my flow, 너도 원했지

Hard like my flow, neo-do won-haess-ji

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

밤이 녹을 만큼 뜨겁고 진한

bam-i nok-eul man-keum tteu-geop-go jin-han

새로운 히트 멈추지 못 했다지

sae-ro-un hi-teu meom-chu-ji mos haess-da-ji

Hard like a criminal, hard like the beat

Hard like my flow, 구미 당겼지

Hard like my flow, gu-mi dang-gyeoss-ji

Yeah, 멋 내 봐, 맛을 봐, 누가누가 와?

Yeah, meos nae bwa, mas-eul bwa, nu-ga-nu-ga wa?

너를 놀래키나, we go hard

neo-reul nol-rae-ki-na, we go hard

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Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“HARD” (HARD) is performed by SHINee, released on the album HARD - The 8th Album in 2023.

💡 Linguistic Features & Sing-Along Guide: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Mencari lirik lagu dan terjemahan atau cara baca Hangul mudah? Gunakan synchronized Pronunciation Coach to practice tricky syllables at 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.

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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “HARD” by SHINee.

1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"HARD" (HARD) by SHINee is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations and authentic self-expression, inviting listeners into an introspective lyrical journey framed by striking vocal harmonies.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean lyricism in "HARD" utilizes poetic imagery and cultural nuance. Through contrasting acoustic intimacy and dynamic rhythmic hooks, the song weaves Korean metaphorical phrases with accessible pop hooks, exploring how fleeting connections leave indelible emotional footprints.

3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering

Engineered with modern production techniques, "HARD" showcases SHINee's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.

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Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)

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다정함 (Empathetic Tenderness)
다정함(Dajeongham)

Considerate Emotional Warmth

Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "HARD" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.

인연 (Destined Ties)
인연(Inyeon)

Fated Connection & Recognition

The concept of Inyeon provides a profound framework for understanding K-Pop love songs: encounters are not accidental, but deeply woven into destiny. "HARD" by SHINee explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.

🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, inner feelings
Untranslatable Korean depth of genuine soul and emotion
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
The expressive vehicle conveying raw passion
사랑(Sarang)
Love, devotion
Core theme of romantic and communal attachment

❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries

Q: What is the core artistic message of “HARD”?

"HARD" (HARD) by SHINee is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectatio...

Q: How does “HARD” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, SHINee bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

Q: How can I practice singing “HARD” 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 and real-time audio sync.

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “HARD”.

Performer (아티스트)SHINee
Album (앨범)HARD - The 8th Album
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for SHINee
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for SHINee
Publishing & DistributionOfficial creative contributors licensed under SHINee and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of HARD by SHINee?

"HARD" 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 HARD with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced HARD by SHINee?

"HARD" is performed by SHINee, released on the album "HARD - The 8th Album" in 2023. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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