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Stress

Stress

Artist: Taeyeon•Album: I - The 1st Mini Album - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English70% KR📅 2015K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Stress” (Stress) is performed by Taeyeon, released on the album I - The 1st Mini Album - EP in 2015.

💡 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

화가나 왠지 oh 내 맘 깊숙이

hwa-ga-na waen-ji oh nae mam gip-suk-i

꼭 감춰온 말이 떠올라

kkok gam-chwo-on mal-i tteo-ol-ra

머릴 맴도는 널 톡 쏘는 한마딜

meo-ril maem-do-neun neol tok sso-neun han-ma-dil

내뱉지 못해 나답지 않게

nae-baet-ji mos-hae na-dap-ji an-ge

널 둘러싼 모두 의 말

neol dul-reo-ssan mo-du ui mal

(Oh, blah-blah-blah)

그 누가 봐도 넌 넌 너무 나쁜 남잔데

geu nu-ga bwa-do neon neon neo-mu na-ppeun nam-jan-de

바보처럼 난 왜 끌린 걸까

ba-bo-cheo-reom nan wae kkeul-rin geol-kka

Chorus

(Ah) 네 진실은 다를 지 몰라

(Ah) ne jin-sil-eun da-reul ji mol-ra

(Ah) 내 진심을 들려줄까

(Ah) nae jin-sim-eul deul-ryeo-jul-kka

You got me smoking cigarettes

I'm in stress, baby 숨이 꽉 막혀 오잖아

I'm in stress, baby sum-i kkwak mak-hyeo o-jan-a

가슴이 두근대, 근데 널 떠올릴수록 baby

ga-seum-i du-geun-dae, geun-de neol tteo-ol-ril-su-rok baby

잠든 내 맘 깨워줘

jam-deun nae mam kkae-wo-jwo

네가 떠오르는 이 밤에

ne-ga tteo-o-reu-neun i bam-e

세상이 깜깜해 질 때

se-sang-i kkam-kkam-hae jil ttae

Verse 3

떨리는 이 맘 전할래 oh

tteol-ri-neun i mam jeon-hal-rae oh

네 곁에서 벗어날 수가 없어

ne gyeot-e-seo beos-eo-nal su-ga eop-eo

어쩌다 이렇게 끌렸나?

eo-jjeo-da i-reot-ge kkeul-ryeoss-na?

치명적인 향기 속 유혹

chi-myeong-jeok-in hyang-gi sok yu-hok

가빠진 heartbeat 기묘한 이끌림

ga-ppa-jin heartbeat gi-myo-han i-kkeul-rim

거부하기엔 강렬해

geo-bu-ha-gi-en gang-ryeol-hae

가끔씩은, 그 흔한 말

ga-kkeum-ssik-eun, geu heun-han mal

(Oh, blah-blah-blah)

Verse 4

평범한 고백이 그 사랑의 속삭임이

pyeong-beom-han go-baek-i geu sa-rang-ui sok-sak-im-i

살짝 부럽기도 한 나야

sal-jjak bu-reop-gi-do han na-ya

(Ah) 얼마나 더 기다려주길 바라

(Ah) eol-ma-na deo gi-da-ryeo-ju-gil ba-ra

(Ah) 왜 너만 내 맘을 몰라

(Ah) wae neo-man nae mam-eul mol-ra

You got me smoking cigarettes

I'm in stress, baby 숨이 꽉 막혀 오잖아

I'm in stress, baby sum-i kkwak mak-hyeo o-jan-a

가슴이 두근대, 근데 널 떠올릴수록 baby

ga-seum-i du-geun-dae, geun-de neol tteo-ol-ril-su-rok baby

잠든 내 맘 깨워줘

jam-deun nae mam kkae-wo-jwo

Verse 5

네가 떠오르는 이 밤에

ne-ga tteo-o-reu-neun i bam-e

세상이 깜깜해 질 때

se-sang-i kkam-kkam-hae jil ttae

떨리는 이 맘 전할래 oh

tteol-ri-neun i mam jeon-hal-rae oh

네 곁에서 벗어날 수가 없어

ne gyeot-e-seo beos-eo-nal su-ga eop-eo

깊어진 밤 네가 머물던 그 자리 깊게 스며든 잔향에

gip-eo-jin bam ne-ga meo-mul-deon geu ja-ri gip-ge seu-myeo-deun jan-hyang-e

나도 모르게 네 이름 한번 속삭여

na-do mo-reu-ge ne i-reum han-beon sok-sak-yeo

내 안에 짙게 베어버린 그림자

nae an-e jit-ge be-eo-beo-rin geu-rim-ja

또 퍼져나가는 너란 끌림에 나

tto peo-jyeo-na-ga-neun neo-ran kkeul-rim-e na

Verse 6

헤어날 수 없어 난

he-eo-nal su eop-eo nan

You got me smoking cigarettes

I'm in stress, baby 나 지금 미칠 것 같아

I'm in stress, baby na ji-geum mi-chil geos gat-a

기분이 또 설레여 왜? 널 채워갈수록 baby

gi-bun-i tto seol-re-yeo wae? neol chae-wo-gal-su-rok baby

점점 더 원하잖아

jeom-jeom deo won-ha-jan-a

네가 떠오르는 이 밤에

ne-ga tteo-o-reu-neun i bam-e

세상이 모두 잠들 때

se-sang-i mo-du jam-deul ttae

애타는 이 맘 전할래 oh

ae-ta-neun i mam jeon-hal-rae oh

Verse 7

네 곁에서 벗어날 수가 없어

ne gyeot-e-seo beos-eo-nal su-ga eop-eo

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Stress” by Taeyeon.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Stress" (Stress) by Taeyeon 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 "Stress" 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, "Stress" highlights Taeyeon'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 “Stress”?

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

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

Performer (아티스트)Taeyeon
Album (앨범)I - The 1st Mini Album - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Taeyeon and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the English translation and meaning of Stress by Taeyeon?

"Stress" is performed by Taeyeon. 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 Stress with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Stress by Taeyeon?

"Stress" is performed by Taeyeon, released on the album "I - The 1st Mini Album - EP" in 2015. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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