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Signal

Signal

Artist: TWICE•Album: Signal - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English71% KR📅 2017K-PopTWICE

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Signal” (Signal) is performed by TWICE, released on the album Signal - EP 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

Trying to let you know

Sign을 보내, signal 보내 (hey!)

S-i-g-n-eul bo-nae, signal bo-nae (hey!)

I must let you know

Sign을 보내, signal 보내 (hey!)

S-i-g-n-eul bo-nae, signal bo-nae (hey!)

Sign을 보내, signal 보내

S-i-g-n-eul bo-nae, signal bo-nae

Sign을 보내, signal 보내

S-i-g-n-eul bo-nae, signal bo-nae

Sign을 보내, signal 보내

S-i-g-n-eul bo-nae, signal bo-nae

I must let you know (JYP)

Chorus

Sign을 보내, signal 보내

S-i-g-n-eul bo-nae, signal bo-nae

근데 전혀 안 통해

geun-de jeon-hyeo an tong-hae

눈빛을 보내, 눈치를 주네

nun-bit-eul bo-nae, nun-chi-reul ju-ne

근데 못 알아듣네

geun-de mos al-a-deut-ne

답답해서 미치겠다, 정말

dap-dap-hae-seo mi-chi-gess-da, jeong-mal

왜 그런지 모르겠다, 정말

wae geu-reon-ji mo-reu-gess-da, jeong-mal

다시 한 번 힘을 내서

da-si han beon him-eul nae-seo

Sign을 보내, signal 보내

S-i-g-n-eul bo-nae, signal bo-nae

Verse 3

눈짓도 손짓도 어떤 표정도

nun-jis-do son-jis-do eo-tteon pyo-jeong-do

소용이 없네

so-yong-i eop-ne

하나도 안 통해

ha-na-do an tong-hae

눈치도 코치도 전혀 없나 봐

nun-chi-do ko-chi-do jeon-hyeo eop-na bwa

더 이상 어떻게

deo i-sang eo-tteot-ge

내 맘을 표현해?

nae mam-eul pyo-hyeon-hae?

언제부턴가 난 니가 좋아

eon-je-bu-teon-ga nan ni-ga jot-a

지기 시작했어 바보야

ji-gi si-jak-haess-eo ba-bo-ya

Verse 4

왜 이렇게도 내 맘을 몰라?

wae i-reot-ge-do nae mam-eul mol-ra?

언제까지 이렇게 둔하게

eon-je-kka-ji i-reot-ge dun-ha-ge

나를 친구로만 대할래?

na-reul chin-gu-ro-man dae-hal-rae?

내가 원하는 건 그게 아닌데

nae-ga won-ha-neun geon geu-ge a-nin-de

Signal 보내, signal 보내

Signal bo-nae, signal bo-nae

찌릿 찌릿 찌릿 찌릿

jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris

난 너를 원해, 난 너를 원해

nan neo-reul won-hae, nan neo-reul won-hae

왜 반응이 없니?

wae ban-eung-i eop-ni?

Verse 5

만날 때마다 마음을 담아

man-nal ttae-ma-da ma-eum-eul dam-a

찌릿 찌릿 찌릿 찌릿

jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris

기다리잖아 다 보이잖아

gi-da-ri-jan-a da bo-i-jan-a

왜 알지 못하니?

wae al-ji mos-ha-ni?

Trying to let you know

Sign을 보내, signal 보내

S-i-g-n-eul bo-nae, signal bo-nae

I must let you know

Sign을 보내, signal 보내

S-i-g-n-eul bo-nae, signal bo-nae

Verse 6

널 보며 웃으면 알아채야지

neol bo-myeo us-eu-myeon al-a-chae-ya-ji

오늘만 몇 번째

o-neul-man myeot beon-jjae

널 보며 웃는데

neol bo-myeo us-neun-de

자꾸 말을 걸면 좀 느껴야지

ja-kku mal-eul geol-myeon jom neu-kkyeo-ya-ji

계속 니 곁에

gye-sok ni gyeot-e

머물러 있는데

meo-mul-reo iss-neun-de

언제부턴가 난 니가 좋아

eon-je-bu-teon-ga nan ni-ga jot-a

지기 시작했어 바보야

ji-gi si-jak-haess-eo ba-bo-ya

Verse 7

왜 이렇게도 내 맘을 몰라?

wae i-reot-ge-do nae mam-eul mol-ra?

언제까지 이렇게 둔하게

eon-je-kka-ji i-reot-ge dun-ha-ge

나를 친구로만 대할래?

na-reul chin-gu-ro-man dae-hal-rae?

내가 원하는 건 그게 아닌데

nae-ga won-ha-neun geon geu-ge a-nin-de

Signal 보내, signal 보내

Signal bo-nae, signal bo-nae

찌릿 찌릿 찌릿 찌릿

jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris

난 너를 원해, 난 너를 원해

nan neo-reul won-hae, nan neo-reul won-hae

왜 반응이 없니?

wae ban-eung-i eop-ni?

Verse 8

만날 때마다 마음을 담아

man-nal ttae-ma-da ma-eum-eul dam-a

찌릿 찌릿 찌릿 찌릿

jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris

기다리잖아 다 보이잖아

gi-da-ri-jan-a da bo-i-jan-a

왜 알지 못하니?

wae al-ji mos-ha-ni?

뚜루루뚜뚜 뚜루루뚜뚜

ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ttu ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ttu

찌릿 찌릿 찌릿 찌릿

jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris

뚜루루뚜뚜 뚜루루뚜뚜

ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ttu ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ttu

왜 반응이 없니?

wae ban-eung-i eop-ni?

Verse 9

뚜루루뚜뚜 뚜루루뚜뚜

ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ttu ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ttu

찌릿 찌릿 찌릿 찌릿

jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris jji-ris

뚜루루뚜뚜 뚜루루뚜뚜

ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ttu ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ttu

왜 알지 못하니?

wae al-ji mos-ha-ni?

Sign을 보내, signal 보내

S-i-g-n-eul bo-nae, signal bo-nae

근데 전혀 안 통해

geun-de jeon-hyeo an tong-hae

눈빛을 보내, 눈치를 주네

nun-bit-eul bo-nae, nun-chi-reul ju-ne

근데 못 알아듣네

geun-de mos al-a-deut-ne

Verse 10

답답해서 미치겠다, 정말

dap-dap-hae-seo mi-chi-gess-da, jeong-mal

왜 그런지 모르겠다, 정말

wae geu-reon-ji mo-reu-gess-da, jeong-mal

다시 한 번 힘을 내서

da-si han beon him-eul nae-seo

Sign을 보내, signal 보내

S-i-g-n-eul bo-nae, signal bo-nae

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Signal" (Signal) 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.

🎭

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean phrasing in "Signal" 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.

🎛️

3. Songwriting Context & Production

Crafted with refined arrangement techniques, "Signal" 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 “Signal”?

"Signal" (Signal) by TWICE 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 “Signal” 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 “Signal”.

Performer (아티스트)TWICE
Album (앨범)Signal - EP
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 Signal, pronunciation practice, and production history.

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

"Signal" 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 Signal with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Signal by TWICE?

"Signal" is performed by TWICE, released on the album "Signal - EP" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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