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WAKE ME UP

WAKE ME UP

Artist: TAEYANG•Album: WHITE NIGHT
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English40% KR📅 2017K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“WAKE ME UP” (WAKE ME UP) is performed by TAEYANG, released on the album WHITE NIGHT in 2017.

💡 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

네가 내 여자라면, 정말 그럴 수 있다면

ne-ga nae yeo-ja-ra-myeon, jeong-mal geu-reol su iss-da-myeon

이 음악이 끝나기 전까지만 내 손을 잡아줄래? Yeah

i eum-ak-i kkeut-na-gi jeon-kka-ji-man nae son-eul jap-a-jul-rae? Yeah

혹시 다 꿈이라면, no, 절대 깨고 싶지 않아

hok-si da kkum-i-ra-myeon, no, jeol-dae kkae-go sip-ji an-a

그 세상은 지루하고 무료해 계속 날 위로해줘

geu se-sang-eun ji-ru-ha-go mu-ryo-hae gye-sok nal wi-ro-hae-jwo

Is it love? Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh

이 시간이 영원하길 바란다면, 네 모든 것이 아름다워 보인다면

i si-gan-i yeong-won-ha-gil ba-ran-da-myeon, ne mo-deun geos-i a-reum-da-wo bo-in-da-myeon

Is it love? Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh

If there ain't nobody but you in my head?

Chorus

Don't wake me up, up, up

Don't wake me up, up, up, yeah

Don't wake me up, up, up, oh, no

아침이 오질 않길 난 기도해

a-chim-i o-jil an-gil nan gi-do-hae

점점 더 두려워져 이 모든 것 들이

jeom-jeom deo du-ryeo-wo-jyeo i mo-deun geos deul-i

곧 사라질 것 같아

got sa-ra-jil geos gat-a

잠시라도 네게 눈을 떼고

jam-si-ra-do ne-ge nun-eul tte-go

깜빡하면 깨버릴 것만 같아

kkam-ppak-ha-myeon kkae-beo-ril geos-man gat-a

Verse 3

And I don't know what it is

이런 느낌은 처음인 걸

i-reon neu-kkim-eun cheo-eum-in geol

너와 나 단둘이 이 세상 속에서

neo-wa na dan-dul-i i se-sang sok-e-seo

계속 춤을 추고 싶어, oh

gye-sok chum-eul chu-go sip-eo, oh

Is it love? Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh

이 시간이 영원하길 바란다면, 네 모든 것이 아름다워 보인다면

i si-gan-i yeong-won-ha-gil ba-ran-da-myeon, ne mo-deun geos-i a-reum-da-wo bo-in-da-myeon

Is it love? Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh (ayy)

If there ain't nobody but you in my head?

Verse 4

Don't wake me up, up, up

Don't wake me up, up, up, yeah

Don't wake me up, up, up, oh, no

아침이 오질 않길 난 기도해

a-chim-i o-jil an-gil nan gi-do-hae

널 품 안에 안고 두 눈을 감아

neol pum an-e an-go du nun-eul gam-a

네 모습이 더 선명해져

ne mo-seup-i deo seon-myeong-hae-jyeo

말 안 해도 I feel you loud and clear

mal an hae-do I feel you loud and clear

끝이 아니길, please, don't wake me up

kkeut-i a-ni-gil, please, don't wake me up

Verse 5

Don't wake me up, up, up

Don't wake me up, up, up, don't wake me up

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “WAKE ME UP” by TAEYANG.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"WAKE ME UP" (WAKE ME UP) by TAEYANG 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 "WAKE ME UP" 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, "WAKE ME UP" highlights TAEYANG'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 “WAKE ME UP”?

"WAKE ME UP" (WAKE ME UP) by TAEYANG is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulne...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “WAKE ME UP”.

Performer (아티스트)TAEYANG
Album (앨범)WHITE NIGHT
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under TAEYANG 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 WAKE ME UP by TAEYANG?

"WAKE ME UP" is performed by TAEYANG. K-Lyrics provides verified original Korean text (한글), syllable-accurate Revised Romanization, and conversational English translations detailing the emotional meaning behind the track.

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Who wrote and produced WAKE ME UP by TAEYANG?

"WAKE ME UP" is performed by TAEYANG, released on the album "WHITE NIGHT" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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