TURTLE album artwork

TURTLE

TURTLE

Artist: TWICE•Album: Twicetagram
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English88% KR📅 2017K-PopTWICE

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“TURTLE” (TURTLE) is performed by TWICE, released on the album Twicetagram 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

Oh, whoa, oh, hmm

처음엔 아무 느낌 없었는데

cheo-eum-en a-mu neu-kkim eop-eoss-neun-de

매일 티격 대면서 우리 싫지는 않았나 봐

mae-il ti-gyeok dae-myeon-seo u-ri sil-ji-neun an-ass-na bwa

가끔 빤히 나를 바라볼 때면

ga-kkeum ppan-hi na-reul ba-ra-bol ttae-myeon

어색해질까 봐, 괜히 딴청만 부렸어

eo-saek-hae-jil-kka bwa, gwaen-hi ttan-cheong-man bu-ryeoss-eo

네가 나를 좋아하는 거, 다 알아 근데 그거 알아

ne-ga na-reul jot-a-ha-neun geo, da al-a geun-de geu-geo al-a

너보다 내가 너를 좀 더 좋아하는 것 같아

neo-bo-da nae-ga neo-reul jom deo jot-a-ha-neun geos gat-a

I mean it, 내 마음이 너보다 앞서가

I mean it, nae ma-eum-i neo-bo-da ap-seo-ga

Chorus

Oh no, oh no, oh no, 항상

Oh no, oh no, oh no, hang-sang

늘 이렇게 곁에 내 옆에 있어 줄래?

neul i-reot-ge gyeot-e nae yeop-e iss-eo jul-rae?

조금 느리면 뭐 어때? 나 이렇게 기다릴게

jo-geum neu-ri-myeon mwo eo-ttae? na i-reot-ge gi-da-ril-ge

풍선처럼 커지는 맘이 (펑펑), 터지진 않을까

pung-seon-cheo-reom keo-ji-neun mam-i (peong-peong), teo-ji-jin an-eul-kka

내 맘이 자꾸 막 그래 널 보면 막 그래

nae mam-i ja-kku mak geu-rae neol bo-myeon mak geu-rae

바바바 바라바 바야, 토끼와 거북이처럼

ba-ba-ba ba-ra-ba ba-ya, to-kki-wa geo-buk-i-cheo-reom

바바바 바라바 바야

ba-ba-ba ba-ra-ba ba-ya

요즘 따라 자꾸만 더 멋져 보여

yo-jeum tta-ra ja-kku-man deo meos-jyeo bo-yeo

Verse 3

한 번씩 연락 없으면 괜스레 서운해져

han beon-ssik yeon-rak eop-eu-myeon gwaen-seu-re seo-un-hae-jyeo

혹시 내가 너무 앞서간 걸까?

hok-si nae-ga neo-mu ap-seo-gan geol-kka?

조급해지면 난 괜한 투정을 부려

jo-geup-hae-ji-myeon nan gwaen-han tu-jeong-eul bu-ryeo

네가 나를 좋아하는 거 다 알아 근데 그거 알아

ne-ga na-reul jot-a-ha-neun geo da al-a geun-de geu-geo al-a

너보다 내가 너를 좀 더 좋아하는 것 같아

neo-bo-da nae-ga neo-reul jom deo jot-a-ha-neun geos gat-a

I mean it, 내 마음이 너보다 앞서가

I mean it, nae ma-eum-i neo-bo-da ap-seo-ga

Oh no, oh no, oh no, 항상

Oh no, oh no, oh no, hang-sang

늘 이렇게 곁에 내 옆에 있어 줄래?

neul i-reot-ge gyeot-e nae yeop-e iss-eo jul-rae?

Verse 4

조금 느리면 뭐 어때? 나 이렇게 기다릴게

jo-geum neu-ri-myeon mwo eo-ttae? na i-reot-ge gi-da-ril-ge

풍선처럼 커지는 맘이 (펑펑), 터지진 않을까

pung-seon-cheo-reom keo-ji-neun mam-i (peong-peong), teo-ji-jin an-eul-kka

내 맘이 자꾸 막 그래 널 보면 막 그래

nae mam-i ja-kku mak geu-rae neol bo-myeon mak geu-rae

I'm in love with you

조금만 더 서둘러줘, 우린 할 일이 많은데

jo-geum-man deo seo-dul-reo-jwo, u-rin hal il-i man-eun-de

늘 이렇게 곁에 내 옆에 있어 줄래? (Oh)

neul i-reot-ge gyeot-e nae yeop-e iss-eo jul-rae? (Oh)

조금 느리면 뭐 어때? 나 이렇게 기다릴게

jo-geum neu-ri-myeon mwo eo-ttae? na i-reot-ge gi-da-ril-ge

풍선처럼 커지는 맘이 (펑 펑), 터지진 않을까

pung-seon-cheo-reom keo-ji-neun mam-i (peong peong), teo-ji-jin an-eul-kka

Verse 5

내 맘이 자꾸 막 그래 널 보면 막 그래

nae mam-i ja-kku mak geu-rae neol bo-myeon mak geu-rae

바바바 바라바 바야, 항상 내 마음이 앞서

ba-ba-ba ba-ra-ba ba-ya, hang-sang nae ma-eum-i ap-seo

바바바 바라바 바야, 바바바 바라바 바야

ba-ba-ba ba-ra-ba ba-ya, ba-ba-ba ba-ra-ba ba-ya

바바바 바라바 바야, 토끼와 거북이처럼

ba-ba-ba ba-ra-ba ba-ya, to-kki-wa geo-buk-i-cheo-reom

바바바 바라바 바야

ba-ba-ba ba-ra-ba ba-ya

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"TURTLE" (TURTLE) 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 "TURTLE" 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, "TURTLE" 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 “TURTLE”?

"TURTLE" (TURTLE) 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 “TURTLE” 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 “TURTLE”.

Performer (아티스트)TWICE
Album (앨범)Twicetagram
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under TWICE 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 TURTLE by TWICE?

"TURTLE" 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 TURTLE with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced TURTLE by TWICE?

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

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