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TATTOO

TATTOO

Artist: THE BOYZ•Album: TATTOO - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English69% KR📅 2019K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“TATTOO” (TATTOO) is performed by THE BOYZ, released on the album TATTOO - EP 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

Tattoo

I don't like it 새로운 차별들의 발견

I don't like it sae-ro-un cha-byeol-deul-ui bal-gyeon

언제부턴가 변했던 건 너의 시선

eon-je-bu-teon-ga byeon-haess-deon geon neo-ui si-seon

순수한 어릴적 기억들은 all gone

sun-su-han eo-ril-jeok gi-eok-deul-eun all gone

너와 다른걸 넌 틀렸다고 했어

neo-wa da-reun-geol neon teul-ryeoss-da-go haess-eo

Eh eh

모두 똑같애

mo-du ttok-gat-ae

찍어낸 듯한 이 세곈

jjik-eo-naen deus-han i se-gyen

Chorus

모습이 다를 뿐인데 굴렌 대체 내게만 씌워 왜 왜

mo-seup-i da-reul ppun-in-de gul-ren dae-che nae-ge-man ssui-wo wae wae

다가가려 해도 내겐 문을 닫은 채

da-ga-ga-ryeo hae-do nae-gen mun-eul dat-eun chae

눈 가린 채 귀 닫은 채 내게 손가락질 해

nun ga-rin chae gwi dat-eun chae nae-ge son-ga-rak-jil hae

Hey 난 너와 같은 존재

Hey nan neo-wa gat-eun jon-jae

왜 밀어내려 하는데

wae mil-eo-nae-ryeo ha-neun-de

So black and blue

Black and blue

왜 왜 왜 내

wae wae wae nae

Verse 3

맘 속에 박힌 tattoo

mam sok-e bak-hin tattoo

어째서 네겐 taboo

eo-jjae-seo ne-gen taboo

다르지않아 너와 내 말투

da-reu-ji-an-a neo-wa nae mal-tu

그렇지만 내겐 아픔의 이유

geu-reot-ji-man nae-gen a-peum-ui i-yu

내 안에 박힌 tattoo

nae an-e bak-hin tattoo

어째서 네겐 taboo

eo-jjae-seo ne-gen taboo

이런 나 조차 너의 일부

i-reon na jo-cha neo-ui il-bu

받아들여 모두 다, 모두 다, 모두 다, 모두 다

bat-a-deul-yeo mo-du da, mo-du da, mo-du da, mo-du da

Verse 4

오랜 아픔의 치유

o-raen a-peum-ui chi-yu

You don't like it too 누군가의 편견

You don't like it too nu-gun-ga-ui pyeon-gyeon

내 몸에 깊이 새겨진 곱잖은 시선

nae mom-e gip-i sae-gyeo-jin gop-jan-eun si-seon

꿈꿨던건 나비같은 자유로움 but

kkum-kkwoss-deon-geon na-bi-gat-eun ja-yu-ro-um but

너와 다른걸 넌 틀렸다고 했어

neo-wa da-reun-geol neon teul-ryeoss-da-go haess-eo

Hey 정답은 없잖아 왜

Hey jeong-dap-eun eop-jan-a wae

그렇게 넌 날 밀어내

geu-reot-ge neon nal mil-eo-nae

So black and blue

Verse 5

Black and blue

왜 왜 왜 내

wae wae wae nae

맘 속에 박힌 tattoo

mam sok-e bak-hin tattoo

어째서 네겐 taboo

eo-jjae-seo ne-gen taboo

다르지않아 너와 내 말투

da-reu-ji-an-a neo-wa nae mal-tu

그렇지만 내겐 아픔의 이유

geu-reot-ji-man nae-gen a-peum-ui i-yu

내 안에 박힌 tattoo

nae an-e bak-hin tattoo

어째서 네겐 taboo

eo-jjae-seo ne-gen taboo

Verse 6

이런 나 조차 너의 일부

i-reon na jo-cha neo-ui il-bu

받아들여 모두 다, 모두 다, 모두 다, 모두 다

bat-a-deul-yeo mo-du da, mo-du da, mo-du da, mo-du da

오랜 아픔의 치유

o-raen a-peum-ui chi-yu

What am I supposed to do?

너에게 다가가고 싶어

neo-e-ge da-ga-ga-go sip-eo

손을 내민 순간 멀어져

son-eul nae-min sun-gan meol-eo-jyeo

끊어진 끈을 잇고싶어

kkeun-eo-jin kkeun-eul is-go-sip-eo

언제쯤 you and I

eon-je-jjeum you and I

Verse 7

같은곳을 함께 바라 볼 수 있을까

gat-eun-gos-eul ham-kke ba-ra bol su iss-eul-kka

굳어져 버린 땅을

gut-eo-jyeo beo-rin ttang-eul

적실 rain is fallin' down, fallin' down (yeah)

jeok-sil rain is fallin' down, fallin' down (yeah)

잘못된 걸 내가 놔둘리가

jal-mos-doen geol nae-ga nwa-dul-ri-ga

상처 따윈 빨리 아무니까

sang-cheo tta-win ppal-ri a-mu-ni-kka

아마 니가 하나있던 편견까지

a-ma ni-ga ha-na-iss-deon pyeon-gyeon-kka-ji

지금 내 안에 전부 남아있다

ji-geum nae an-e jeon-bu nam-a-iss-da

이 고통이 날 더 비참히 아름답게 만들어

i go-tong-i nal deo bi-cham-hi a-reum-dap-ge man-deul-eo

Verse 8

차라리 이런 내가 대신 빈자릴

cha-ra-ri i-reon nae-ga dae-sin bin-ja-ril

채워 바람아 불어

chae-wo ba-ram-a bul-eo

맘 속에 박힌 tattoo

mam sok-e bak-hin tattoo

어째서 네겐 taboo

eo-jjae-seo ne-gen taboo

다르지않아 너와 내 말투

da-reu-ji-an-a neo-wa nae mal-tu

그렇지만 내겐 아픔의 이유

geu-reot-ji-man nae-gen a-peum-ui i-yu

내 안에 박힌 tattoo

nae an-e bak-hin tattoo

어째서 네겐 taboo

eo-jjae-seo ne-gen taboo

Verse 9

이런 나 조차 너의 일부 (일부)

i-reon na jo-cha neo-ui il-bu (il-bu)

받아들여 모두 다, 모두 다, 모두 다, 모두 다

bat-a-deul-yeo mo-du da, mo-du da, mo-du da, mo-du da

오랜 아픔의 치유

o-raen a-peum-ui chi-yu

오랜 아픔의 치유

o-raen a-peum-ui chi-yu

What am I supposed to do?

내 안에 박힌 tattoo

nae an-e bak-hin tattoo

어째서 네겐 taboo

eo-jjae-seo ne-gen taboo

이런 나 조차 너의 일부

i-reon na jo-cha neo-ui il-bu

Verse 10

받아들여 모두 다, 모두 다, 모두 다, 모두 다

bat-a-deul-yeo mo-du da, mo-du da, mo-du da, mo-du da

君ならどうする?

kimi nara dou suru ?

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “TATTOO” by THE BOYZ.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"TATTOO" (TATTOO) by THE BOYZ 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 "TATTOO" 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, "TATTOO" highlights THE BOYZ'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 “TATTOO”?

"TATTOO" (TATTOO) by THE BOYZ is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerabilit...

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

Performer (아티스트)THE BOYZ
Album (앨범)TATTOO - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under THE BOYZ 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 TATTOO by THE BOYZ?

"TATTOO" is performed by THE BOYZ. 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 TATTOO with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced TATTOO by THE BOYZ?

"TATTOO" is performed by THE BOYZ, released on the album "TATTOO - EP" in 2019. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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