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DEPEND ON YOU

DEPEND ON YOU

Artist: TWICE•Album: Eyes wide open
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English37% KR📅 2020K-PopTWICE

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“DEPEND ON YOU” (DEPEND ON YOU) is performed by TWICE, released on the album Eyes wide open in 2020.

💡 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

작은 소리들의 기적

jak-eun so-ri-deul-ui gi-jeok

꿈속의 믿음을 기억하게 해주는 손길을

kkum-sok-ui mit-eum-eul gi-eok-ha-ge hae-ju-neun son-gil-eul

매 순간 더 세게 잡아

mae sun-gan deo se-ge jap-a

불 꺼진 숲속을 헤매고 또 헤매일 때마다

bul kkeo-jin sup-sok-eul he-mae-go tto he-mae-il ttae-ma-da

깜깜한 물속의 작은 물고기들일 때마다

kkam-kkam-han mul-sok-ui jak-eun mul-go-gi-deul-il ttae-ma-da

Depend on you, on you

너를 떠올리며 숨을 쉬곤 해

neo-reul tteo-ol-ri-myeo sum-eul swi-gon hae

Believe you, -lieve you

Chorus

나를 불러주던 눈빛 기억해

na-reul bul-reo-ju-deon nun-bit gi-eok-hae

I'm trying trying

순간순간을 놓치지 않을래

sun-gan-sun-gan-eul not-chi-ji an-eul-rae

Not too late, too late yeah (oh)

매일 매일 커져가는 물음표 속에서

mae-il mae-il keo-jyeo-ga-neun mul-eum-pyo sok-e-seo

점점 닫혀 가는 맘을 가진 나는

jeom-jeom dat-hyeo ga-neun mam-eul ga-jin na-neun

천천히 I'll hold your hands

cheon-cheon-hi I'll hold your hands

I know you've been waiting for me, for me (oh)

Verse 3

I'll hold your hands

I know you've been waiting for me

I'll hold your hands, I

닫혀 가는 맘을 가진 나는

dat-hyeo ga-neun mam-eul ga-jin na-neun

천천히 I'll hold your hands, I

cheon-cheon-hi I'll hold your hands, I

어떤 날은 밤이 오는 게 두려울 때도 있어 더는

eo-tteon nal-eun bam-i o-neun ge du-ryeo-ul ttae-do iss-eo deo-neun

기대되지 않는 아침은 공허하고 불안해

gi-dae-doe-ji an-neun a-chim-eun gong-heo-ha-go bul-an-hae

길고 긴 터널 안 끝이 보이지 않을 때

gil-go gin teo-neol an kkeut-i bo-i-ji an-eul ttae

Verse 4

가는 생각들이 묶여 풀어지지 않을 때도

ga-neun saeng-gak-deul-i muk-yeo pul-eo-ji-ji an-eul ttae-do

Depend on you, on you

너를 떠올리며 숨을 쉬곤 해

neo-reul tteo-ol-ri-myeo sum-eul swi-gon hae

Believe you, -lieve you

나를 불러주던 눈빛 기억해

na-reul bul-reo-ju-deon nun-bit gi-eok-hae

I'm trying trying

순간순간을 놓치지 않을래

sun-gan-sun-gan-eul not-chi-ji an-eul-rae

Not too late, too late yeah (oh)

Verse 5

매일 매일 커져가는 물음표 속에서

mae-il mae-il keo-jyeo-ga-neun mul-eum-pyo sok-e-seo

점점 (점점) 닫혀 가는 맘을 가진 나는

jeom-jeom (jeom-jeom) dat-hyeo ga-neun mam-eul ga-jin na-neun

천천히 I'll hold your hands

cheon-cheon-hi I'll hold your hands

I know you've been waiting for me, for me (oh)

I'll hold your hands

I know you've been waiting for me

I'll hold your hands, I

닫혀 가는 맘을 가진 나는

dat-hyeo ga-neun mam-eul ga-jin na-neun

Verse 6

천천히 I'll hold your hands, I

cheon-cheon-hi I'll hold your hands, I

매일이 꿈속에서 길을 잃은 것 같은데

mae-il-i kkum-sok-e-seo gil-eul il-eun geos gat-eun-de

열리지 않을 것만 같던 맘인데

yeol-ri-ji an-eul geos-man gat-deon mam-in-de

I'll hold your hands

I know you've been waiting for me, for me, for me, oh oh

I'll hold your hands

I know you've been waiting for me

I'll hold your hands, I

Verse 7

닫혀 가는 맘을 가진 나는

dat-hyeo ga-neun mam-eul ga-jin na-neun

천천히 I'll hold your hands, I (for me, for me, for me)

cheon-cheon-hi I'll hold your hands, I (for me, for me, for me)

I'll hold your hands, I

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “DEPEND ON YOU” by TWICE.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"DEPEND ON YOU" (DEPEND ON YOU) by TWICE 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 "DEPEND ON YOU" 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, "DEPEND ON YOU" highlights TWICE'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 “DEPEND ON YOU”?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “DEPEND ON YOU”.

Performer (아티스트)TWICE
Album (앨범)Eyes wide open
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under TWICE and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of DEPEND ON YOU by TWICE?

"DEPEND ON YOU" is performed by TWICE. 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 DEPEND ON YOU by TWICE?

"DEPEND ON YOU" is performed by TWICE, released on the album "Eyes wide open" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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