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Insomnia

Insomnia

Artist: Stray Kids•Album: I am WHO
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English60% KR📅 2018K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Insomnia” (Insomnia) is performed by Stray Kids, released on the album I am WHO in 2018.

💡 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

어두운 밤이 모둘 재울 때 모두 잠에 들 때

eo-du-un bam-i mo-dul jae-ul ttae mo-du jam-e deul ttae

수많은 생각에 잠 못 이루지

su-man-eun saeng-gak-e jam mos i-ru-ji

그저 뭐라도 떠오를까 기댈 하며

geu-jeo mwo-ra-do tteo-o-reul-kka gi-dael ha-myeo

아침 해가 모둘 깨울 때까지 wait

a-chim hae-ga mo-dul kkae-ul ttae-kka-ji wait

모두 방 불을 끌 때 알람을 맞출 때

mo-du bang bul-eul kkeul ttae al-ram-eul mat-chul ttae

피곤할 때 고민들은 눈을 떠

pi-gon-hal ttae go-min-deul-eun nun-eul tteo

오늘 하루 잘 보냈나 돌아보며

o-neul ha-ru jal bo-naess-na dol-a-bo-myeo

내일은 뭘 하지 뭐지 알람 소리 땡

nae-il-eun mwol ha-ji mwo-ji al-ram so-ri ttaeng

Chorus

뭐, 복잡하지만 다 신경 쓰지마

mwo, bok-jap-ha-ji-man da sin-gyeong sseu-ji-ma

잠을 깨면 전부 사라질 거야

jam-eul kkae-myeon jeon-bu sa-ra-jil geo-ya

꿈에서조차 나를 따라다니지만

kkum-e-seo-jo-cha na-reul tta-ra-da-ni-ji-man

다 잊혀질꺼야

da it-hyeo-jil-kkeo-ya

이렇게 잊으려 애써도 나타나

i-reot-ge it-eu-ryeo ae-sseo-do na-ta-na

이젠 더는 휩쓸리기 싫어

i-jen deo-neun hwip-sseul-ri-gi sil-eo

이불을 구기고, 소리를 쳐봐도

i-bul-eul gu-gi-go, so-ri-reul chyeo-bwa-do

결국엔 난 다시 일어나

gyeol-guk-en nan da-si il-eo-na

Verse 3

I can't sleep

So tell me

오늘 밤도 결국엔 awake

o-neul bam-do gyeol-guk-en awake

내일 밤도 아마 이럴 듯해

nae-il bam-do a-ma i-reol deus-hae

So tell me now, I'll find a way

내일 밤도 난 There is no other way

nae-il bam-do nan There is no other way

I can't sleep

No way 다 Go away

No way da Go away

Verse 4

학교에선 잠만 오는데 뭘 해

hak-gyo-e-seon jam-man o-neun-de mwol hae

Go away 다 조용해 잠이나 잘래 쉿

Go away da jo-yong-hae jam-i-na jal-rae swis

I just want you to know

I can't take it anymore

자야 할 땐 잠에 들 수 없어

ja-ya hal ttaen jam-e deul su eop-eo

So tell me now

뭐, 복잡하지만 다 신경 쓰지마

mwo, bok-jap-ha-ji-man da sin-gyeong sseu-ji-ma

잠을 깨면 전부 사라질 거야

jam-eul kkae-myeon jeon-bu sa-ra-jil geo-ya

Verse 5

꿈에서조차 나를 따라다니지만

kkum-e-seo-jo-cha na-reul tta-ra-da-ni-ji-man

다 잊혀질꺼야

da it-hyeo-jil-kkeo-ya

이렇게 잊으려 애써도 나타나

i-reot-ge it-eu-ryeo ae-sseo-do na-ta-na

이젠 더는 휩쓸리기 싫어

i-jen deo-neun hwip-sseul-ri-gi sil-eo

이불을 구기고, 소리를 쳐봐도

i-bul-eul gu-gi-go, so-ri-reul chyeo-bwa-do

결국엔 난 다시 일어나

gyeol-guk-en nan da-si il-eo-na

I can't sleep

So tell me

Verse 6

오늘 밤도 결국엔 awake

o-neul bam-do gyeol-guk-en awake

내일 밤도 아마 이럴 듯해

nae-il bam-do a-ma i-reol deus-hae

So tell me now, I'll find a way

내일 밤도 난 There is no other way

nae-il bam-do nan There is no other way

I can't sleep

아침에 눈을 떠 잠에서 깼을 때

a-chim-e nun-eul tteo jam-e-seo kkaess-eul ttae

전보단 조금 더 후련했음 해

jeon-bo-dan jo-geum deo hu-ryeon-haess-eum hae

좋았던 꿈을 꿨던 밤이면 해 언젠가

jot-ass-deon kkum-eul kkwoss-deon bam-i-myeon hae eon-jen-ga

Verse 7

밤하늘 안에 잠이 든 태양처럼

bam-ha-neul an-e jam-i deun tae-yang-cheo-reom

편안하게 잠이 들래

pyeon-an-ha-ge jam-i deul-rae

더 빛날 내일을 위해서

deo bit-nal nae-il-eul wi-hae-seo

I can't sleep

So tell me

오늘 밤도 결국엔 awake

o-neul bam-do gyeol-guk-en awake

내일 밤도 아마 이럴 듯해

nae-il bam-do a-ma i-reol deus-hae

So tell me now, I'll find a way

Verse 8

내일 밤도 난 There is no other way

nae-il bam-do nan There is no other way

I can't sleep

I can't sleep

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Insomnia” by Stray Kids.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Insomnia" (Insomnia) by Stray Kids 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 "Insomnia" 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, "Insomnia" highlights Stray Kids'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 “Insomnia”?

"Insomnia" (Insomnia) by Stray Kids is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulner...

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Insomnia”.

Performer (아티스트)Stray Kids
Album (앨범)I am WHO
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Stray Kids 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 Insomnia by Stray Kids?

"Insomnia" is performed by Stray Kids. 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 Insomnia with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Insomnia by Stray Kids?

"Insomnia" is performed by Stray Kids, released on the album "I am WHO" in 2018. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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