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WANT

WANT

Artist: SHINee•Album: WANT - The 2nd Mini Album
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English52% KR📅 2019K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“WANT” (WANT) is performed by SHINee, released on the album WANT - The 2nd Mini Album 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

Verse 1

하얀 바다에 빠져

ha-yan ba-da-e ppa-jyeo

까만 선율이 번져

kka-man seon-yul-i beon-jyeo

나의 너를 그려내

na-ui neo-reul geu-ryeo-nae

잊혀졌던 memory

it-hyeo-jyeoss-deon memory

조각 같은 눈물이

jo-gak gat-eun nun-mul-i

되감아 지길 바래

doe-gam-a ji-gil ba-rae

두 눈 감아 oh na na na

du nun gam-a oh na na na

꿈이라도 좋으니

kkum-i-ra-do jot-eu-ni

Chorus

너를 내게 보여줘

neo-reul nae-ge bo-yeo-jwo

널 불러 oh na na na

neol bul-reo oh na na na

긴 시간 넘어 다시 이곳으로

gin si-gan neom-eo da-si i-gos-eu-ro

I want you

눈앞에 니가 다시 다가와

nun-ap-e ni-ga da-si da-ga-wa

그때와 다른 결말이 오길 (oh)

geu-ttae-wa da-reun gyeol-mal-i o-gil (oh)

I can't let you go

매일 나 그려왔던 바로 이 순간

mae-il na geu-ryeo-wass-deon ba-ro i sun-gan

Verse 3

I said I want you

I can't let you go

끝없이 기다려온 바로 이 순간

kkeut-eop-i gi-da-ryeo-on ba-ro i sun-gan

I said I want you

푸르게 번진 이 장면 속에

pu-reu-ge beon-jin i jang-myeon sok-e

세상엔 오직 너와 나뿐

se-sang-en o-jik neo-wa na-ppun

눈을 봐도 알 수 있겠지

nun-eul bwa-do al su iss-gess-ji

이제 네 맘 놓치지 않기

i-je ne mam not-chi-ji an-gi

Verse 4

달콤히 속삭인 노래들과 It's you (you, you)

dal-kom-hi sok-sak-in no-rae-deul-gwa It's you (you, you)

날 깨우면 oh na na na (oh na na)

nal kkae-u-myeon oh na na na (oh na na)

저무는 내 미소가

jeo-mu-neun nae mi-so-ga

현실을 또 마주해 (또 다시 난)

hyeon-sil-eul tto ma-ju-hae (tto da-si nan)

다시 난 oh na na na

da-si nan oh na na na

이 꿈결 속에 잠길 수 있다면

i kkum-gyeol sok-e jam-gil su iss-da-myeon

I want you

눈앞에 니가 다시 다가와

nun-ap-e ni-ga da-si da-ga-wa

Verse 5

그때와 다른 결말이 오길 (oh)

geu-ttae-wa da-reun gyeol-mal-i o-gil (oh)

I can't let you go

매일 나 그려왔던 바로 이 순간

mae-il na geu-ryeo-wass-deon ba-ro i sun-gan

I said I want you

I can't let you go

끝없이 기다려온 바로 이 순간

kkeut-eop-i gi-da-ryeo-on ba-ro i sun-gan

I said I want you

잔을 가득 채운 기억이 넘쳐

jan-eul ga-deuk chae-un gi-eok-i neom-chyeo

Verse 6

흐르는 밤 oh na na na

heu-reu-neun bam oh na na na

희미해진 경계 기억 너머 내게 와

hui-mi-hae-jin gyeong-gye gi-eok neo-meo nae-ge wa

'Cause I

I want you

더 깊이 내게 밀려온 맘이

deo gip-i nae-ge mil-ryeo-on mam-i

파도처럼 날 삼켜버려도

pa-do-cheo-reom nal sam-kyeo-beo-ryeo-do

I can't let you go

한 번 더 눈 감으면 다시 니 곁에 (다시 니 곁에)

han beon deo nun gam-eu-myeon da-si ni gyeot-e (da-si ni gyeot-e)

Verse 7

I said I want you

Oh na na na (yeah)

Oh na na na

I can't let you go (can't let you go)

내일 나 눈을 뜨면 너의 품속에

nae-il na nun-eul tteu-myeon neo-ui pum-sok-e

I, I said I want you (oh na na na)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “WANT” by SHINee.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"WANT" (WANT) 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 "WANT" 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, "WANT" 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 “WANT”?

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

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “WANT”.

Performer (아티스트)SHINee
Album (앨범)WANT - The 2nd Mini 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 WANT, pronunciation practice, and production history.

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

"WANT" 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 WANT with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced WANT by SHINee?

"WANT" is performed by SHINee, released on the album "WANT - The 2nd Mini Album" in 2019. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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