ESPRESSO album artwork

ESPRESSO

ESPRESSO

Artist: TWICE•Album: Formula of Love: O+T=<3
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English39% KR📅 2021K-PopTWICE

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“ESPRESSO” (ESPRESSO) is performed by TWICE, released on the album Formula of Love: O+T=<3 in 2021.

💡 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

E-S-P-R-E-S-S-O, that's who I am

한 모금에 너를 깨워

han mo-geum-e neo-reul kkae-wo

심장은 뛰고 온몸으로 퍼져가지

sim-jang-eun ttwi-go on-mom-eu-ro peo-jyeo-ga-ji

단 한 번에 perfect caffeine, take it away

dan han beon-e perfect caffeine, take it away

중독된 것 같은 느낌 lovin' it

jung-dok-doen geos gat-eun neu-kkim lovin' it

One shot, twenty-four seven

널 미치게 하는 이 색은 black

neol mi-chi-ge ha-neun i saek-eun black

What you waiting for? look how beautiful

Chorus

넘치게 넘치게 가득 담아줄게

neom-chi-ge neom-chi-ge ga-deuk dam-a-jul-ge

더 짙어진 나의 color

deo jit-eo-jin na-ui color

더 깊어진 bitter flavor

deo gip-eo-jin bitter flavor

내 맘은 너만 느낄 수 있어

nae mam-eun neo-man neu-kkil su iss-eo

네 심장을 뛰게 할 나

ne sim-jang-eul ttwi-ge hal na

Drip, drop, 한 방울씩 떨어지는 건

Drip, drop, han bang-ul-ssik tteol-eo-ji-neun geon

너를 깨울 완벽한 내 potion

neo-reul kkae-ul wan-byeok-han nae potion

This, you've never seen before, get ready, babe

Verse 3

Keeps you awake, 그래 더 더 더 어둡게

Keeps you awake, geu-rae deo deo deo eo-dup-ge

Drip (더 진하게) drop (아찔하게)

Drip (deo jin-ha-ge) drop (a-jjil-ha-ge)

때로는 달콤하게 (na, na-na-na-na)

ttae-ro-neun dal-kom-ha-ge (na, na-na-na-na)

Drip (더 진하게) drop (아찔하게)

Drip (deo jin-ha-ge) drop (a-jjil-ha-ge)

단 한 번에 너의 심장을 뛰게 하는 shot

dan han beon-e neo-ui sim-jang-eul ttwi-ge ha-neun shot

E-S-P-R-E-S-S-O, that's who I am

E-S-P-R-E-S-S-O, that's who I am

한마디에 빠져들어

han-ma-di-e ppa-jyeo-deul-eo

Verse 4

이제는 돌이킬 수 없는 fantasy, yeah

i-je-neun dol-i-kil su eop-neun fantasy, yeah

이미 너는 이게 필요해 take it away

i-mi neo-neun i-ge pil-yo-hae take it away

중독된 것 같은 느낌 lovin' it

jung-dok-doen geos gat-eun neu-kkim lovin' it

One step 그대로 내게

One step geu-dae-ro nae-ge

너무 가까워지면 조금 위험해

neo-mu ga-kka-wo-ji-myeon jo-geum wi-heom-hae

Drip (더 진하게) drop (아찔하게)

Drip (deo jin-ha-ge) drop (a-jjil-ha-ge)

멈출 수 없어 삼켜버린걸

meom-chul su eop-eo sam-kyeo-beo-rin-geol

더 짙어진 나의 color

deo jit-eo-jin na-ui color

Verse 5

더 깊어진 bitter flavor

deo gip-eo-jin bitter flavor

내 맘은 너만 느낄 수 있어

nae mam-eun neo-man neu-kkil su iss-eo

네 심장을 뛰게 할 나

ne sim-jang-eul ttwi-ge hal na

Drip, drop, 한 방울씩 떨어지는 건

Drip, drop, han bang-ul-ssik tteol-eo-ji-neun geon

너를 깨울 완벽한 내 potion

neo-reul kkae-ul wan-byeok-han nae potion

This, you've never seen before, get ready, babe

Keeps you awake, 그래 더 더 더 어둡게

Keeps you awake, geu-rae deo deo deo eo-dup-ge

Drip (더 진하게) drop (아찔하게)

Drip (deo jin-ha-ge) drop (a-jjil-ha-ge)

Verse 6

때로는 달콤하게 (na, na-na-na-na)

ttae-ro-neun dal-kom-ha-ge (na, na-na-na-na)

Drip (더 진하게) drop (아찔하게)

Drip (deo jin-ha-ge) drop (a-jjil-ha-ge)

단 한 번에 너의 심장을 뛰게 하는 shot

dan han beon-e neo-ui sim-jang-eul ttwi-ge ha-neun shot

E-S-P-R-E-S-S-O, that's who I am

E-S-P-R-E-S-S-O, that's who I am

이 세상 모든 색깔 전부 다

i se-sang mo-deun saek-kkal jeon-bu da

(이 세상 모든 색 전부 다 blend it)

(i se-sang mo-deun saek jeon-bu da blend it)

하나가 되어 선명해진 black 그게 날 춤추게 해

ha-na-ga doe-eo seon-myeong-hae-jin black geu-ge nal chum-chu-ge hae

Verse 7

짙어지는 이 향기 더 깊어진 우리 story, yeah

jit-eo-ji-neun i hyang-gi deo gip-eo-jin u-ri story, yeah

I'ma say it once, I'm not saying it twice

Look in my eyes, 네 심장을 뛰게 할 나 (yeah)

Look in my eyes, ne sim-jang-eul ttwi-ge hal na (yeah)

Drip, drop, 한 방울씩 떨어지는 건

Drip, drop, han bang-ul-ssik tteol-eo-ji-neun geon

너를 깨울 완벽한 내 potion

neo-reul kkae-ul wan-byeok-han nae potion

This, you've never seen before, get ready, babe

Keeps you awake, 그래 더 더 더 어둡게

Keeps you awake, geu-rae deo deo deo eo-dup-ge

Drip (더 진하게) drop (아찔하게)

Drip (deo jin-ha-ge) drop (a-jjil-ha-ge)

Verse 8

때로는 달콤하게 (na, na-na-na-na)

ttae-ro-neun dal-kom-ha-ge (na, na-na-na-na)

Drip (더 진하게) drop (아찔하게)

Drip (deo jin-ha-ge) drop (a-jjil-ha-ge)

단 한 번에 너의 심장을 뛰게 하는 shot

dan han beon-e neo-ui sim-jang-eul ttwi-ge ha-neun shot

E-S-P-R-E-S-S-O, that's who I am

E-S-P-R-E-S-S-O, that's who I am

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"ESPRESSO" (ESPRESSO) 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 "ESPRESSO" 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, "ESPRESSO" 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 “ESPRESSO”?

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

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

Performer (아티스트)TWICE
Album (앨범)Formula of Love: O+T=<3
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under TWICE and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the English translation and meaning of ESPRESSO by TWICE?

"ESPRESSO" 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.

Where can I practice singing ESPRESSO with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced ESPRESSO by TWICE?

"ESPRESSO" is performed by TWICE, released on the album "Formula of Love: O+T=<3" in 2021. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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