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FREEZE

FREEZE

Artist: Stray Kids•Album: ODDINARY
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English68% KR📅 2022K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“FREEZE” (FREEZE) is performed by Stray Kids, released on the album ODDINARY in 2022.

💡 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

얼음 땡, 얼음 땡

eol-eum ttaeng, eol-eum ttaeng

아침 먹고 땡, 점심 먹고 땡

a-chim meok-go ttaeng, jeom-sim meok-go ttaeng

저녁 먹고 땡 삼시 세끼 다 챙겨도 무기력해

jeo-nyeok meok-go ttaeng sam-si se-kki da chaeng-gyeo-do mu-gi-ryeok-hae

하루가 걍 흘러가 불타다가 식어가

ha-ru-ga gyang heul-reo-ga bul-ta-da-ga sik-eo-ga

통제 규제 규칙 그딴 건

tong-je gyu-je gyu-chik geu-ttan geon

깨진 분위기나 쓸어가, ooh

kkae-jin bun-wi-gi-na sseul-eo-ga, ooh

끌리는 대로 매일매일 해

kkeul-ri-neun dae-ro mae-il-mae-il hae

손에 잡히는 대로 내 일해

son-e jap-hi-neun dae-ro nae il-hae

Chorus

목표엔 내 것만을 대입해

mok-pyo-en nae geos-man-eul dae-ip-hae

나머진 싹 다 날려 hurricane

na-meo-jin ssak da nal-ryeo hurricane

눈치만 보다가 뭣도 못 하잖아 시간만 흘러가는 중

nun-chi-man bo-da-ga mwos-do mos ha-jan-a si-gan-man heul-reo-ga-neun jung

고삐 풀린 망아지 나사 빠진 양아치 딱 그 전까지 막 나가는 중

go-ppi pul-rin mang-a-ji na-sa ppa-jin yang-a-chi ttak geu jeon-kka-ji mak na-ga-neun jung

Step out, 내가 원하는 대로

Step out, nae-ga won-ha-neun dae-ro

움직여 알아서들 movin', 내키는 대로

um-jik-yeo al-a-seo-deul movin', nae-ki-neun dae-ro

내 앞을 가로막는 거대한 빙산

nae ap-eul ga-ro-mak-neun geo-dae-han bing-san

녹일 시간 없어 부숴

nok-il si-gan eop-eo bu-swo

Verse 3

차가운 빙판 위에 미끄러져

cha-ga-un bing-pan wi-e mi-kkeu-reo-jyeo

넘어져도, woah-oh-oh

neom-eo-jyeo-do, woah-oh-oh

두 어깨 툭툭 털고 일어서

du eo-kkae tuk-tuk teol-go il-eo-seo

전방에 큰 함성 소리로

jeon-bang-e keun ham-seong so-ri-ro

(Freeze) 땡

(Freeze) ttaeng

(Ice, ice) 얼음, 얼음

(Ice, ice) eol-eum, eol-eum

땡, (땡)

ttaeng, (ttaeng)

두 손 머리 위로 (손 들어)

du son meo-ri wi-ro (son deul-eo)

Verse 4

해방감을 느껴 (다 turn up)

hae-bang-gam-eul neu-kkyeo (da turn up)

물총 술래 오기 전에 튀어

mul-chong sul-rae o-gi jeon-e twi-eo

얼음 땡, 얼음 땡

eol-eum ttaeng, eol-eum ttaeng

Free me, 구속시켜 있던 날 해방시켜

Free me, gu-sok-si-kyeo iss-deon nal hae-bang-si-kyeo

Pressure, back off, 자꾸 뭐래 좀 빠져 있어

Pressure, back off, ja-kku mwo-rae jom ppa-jyeo iss-eo

마치 prison break, 모든 걸 풀어 얼음 땡

ma-chi prison break, mo-deun geol pul-eo eol-eum ttaeng

Rule 같은 건 걔나 줘 다 부숴버려라, bang, bang (ooh)

Rule gat-eun geon gyae-na jwo da bu-swo-beo-ryeo-ra, bang, bang (ooh)

달려나가 수갑 뺀 채로

dal-ryeo-na-ga su-gap ppaen chae-ro

Verse 5

얼려있던 내 몸 땡 때려

eol-ryeo-iss-deon nae mom ttaeng ttae-ryeo

눈에 뵈는 게 없어 지금 이대로 승기를 한 손에 거머쥔 champion

nun-e boe-neun ge eop-eo ji-geum i-dae-ro seung-gi-reul han son-e geo-meo-jwin champion

그저 다 식겁하지 여유가 몸에 배 떡하니?

geu-jeo da sik-geop-ha-ji yeo-yu-ga mom-e bae tteok-ha-ni?

동작 그만 칠전팔기

dong-jak geu-man chil-jeon-pal-gi

다 이겨낼 때까지, I'll keep rocking (ah)

da i-gyeo-nael ttae-kka-ji, I'll keep rocking (ah)

Step out, 내가 원하는 대로

Step out, nae-ga won-ha-neun dae-ro

움직여 알아서들 movin', 내키는 대로

um-jik-yeo al-a-seo-deul movin', nae-ki-neun dae-ro

내 앞을 가로막는 거대한 빙산

nae ap-eul ga-ro-mak-neun geo-dae-han bing-san

Verse 6

녹일 시간 없어 부숴

nok-il si-gan eop-eo bu-swo

차가운 빙판 위에 미끄러져

cha-ga-un bing-pan wi-e mi-kkeu-reo-jyeo

넘어져도, woah-oh-oh

neom-eo-jyeo-do, woah-oh-oh

두 어깨 툭툭 털고 일어서

du eo-kkae tuk-tuk teol-go il-eo-seo

전방에 큰 함성 소리로

jeon-bang-e keun ham-seong so-ri-ro

(Freeze) 땡

(Freeze) ttaeng

(Ice, ice) 얼음, 얼음

(Ice, ice) eol-eum, eol-eum

땡, (땡)

ttaeng, (ttaeng)

Verse 7

두 손 머리 위로 (손 들어)

du son meo-ri wi-ro (son deul-eo)

해방감을 느껴 (다 turn up)

hae-bang-gam-eul neu-kkyeo (da turn up)

물총 술래 오기 전에 튀어

mul-chong sul-rae o-gi jeon-e twi-eo

얼음 땡, 얼음 땡

eol-eum ttaeng, eol-eum ttaeng

I'm crossing the line, 더는 못 참아

I'm crossing the line, deo-neun mos cham-a

한 번 더, I break the ice

han beon deo, I break the ice

억눌렀던 말들, just let it out

eok-nul-reoss-deon mal-deul, just let it out

다시 또 I break the ice

da-si tto I break the ice

Verse 8

뛰어 빙판이어도 let it go

ttwi-eo bing-pan-i-eo-do let it go

태워 심장의 불을 키워, right now

tae-wo sim-jang-ui bul-eul ki-wo, right now

I'm getting out now (타올라 더 거침없이 뛰어)

I'm getting out now (ta-ol-ra deo geo-chim-eop-i ttwi-eo)

(Freeze) 땡

(Freeze) ttaeng

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

From the 2022 mini-album ODDINARY, "FREEZE" (땡) is an adrenaline-fueled dubstep and trap hybrid that uses the traditional Korean children's tag game "얼음 땡" (Eoreum Ttaeng - Freeze Tag) as a metaphor for breaking through frozen societal limitations.

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2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

In "얼음 땡", players shout "얼음" (Ice) to freeze when chased, and teammate shouts "땡" (Ding!) to unfreeze them. Stray Kids shout "땡" to release the younger generation from icy societal pressure.

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3. Songwriting Context & Production

Shattering glass sound effects, aggressive dubstep bass growls, frenetic trap rhythms, and Changbin's explosive verse delivery co-produced with Trippy.

🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Essential words to understand the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

땡(Ttaeng)
Ding! / Unfreeze tag call
Playful tag game phrase signifying release and freedom.
얼음(Eoreum)
Ice, frozen state of anxiety
녹이다(Nogida)
To melt, dissolve the frost

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main message of “FREEZE”?

From the 2022 mini-album ODDINARY, "FREEZE" (땡) is an adrenaline-fueled dubstep and trap hybrid that uses the traditional Korean children's tag game "얼음 땡" (Eoreum Ttaeng - Freeze ...

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

Performer (아티스트)Stray Kids
Album (앨범)ODDINARY
Release Year (발매연도)
Lyricist (작사)Bang Chan (3RACHA), Changbin (3RACHA), Han (3RACHA)
Composer (작곡)Bang Chan (3RACHA), Changbin (3RACHA), Han (3RACHA), Trippy
Arranger (편곡)Trippy, Bang Chan (3RACHA)
Producer (프로듀서)3RACHA, Trippy
Record Label (기획사)JYP Entertainment / Republic Records
Distributor (유통사)Dreamus
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the English translation and meaning of FREEZE by Stray Kids?

"FREEZE" 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 FREEZE with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced FREEZE by Stray Kids?

"FREEZE" was produced by 3RACHA, Trippy with lyrics by Bang Chan (3RACHA), Changbin (3RACHA), Han (3RACHA), released under JYP Entertainment / Republic Records.

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