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Man in the Box

Man in the Box

Artist: Xdinary Heroes•Album: Deadlock
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English24% KR📅 2023K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Man in the Box” (Man in the Box) is performed by Xdinary Heroes, released on the album Deadlock in 2023.

💡 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

Level up

Level up

밤밤밤밤밤, 밤밤밤밤 (뚜루루뚜루루)

bam-bam-bam-bam-bam, bam-bam-bam-bam (ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ru-ru)

밤밤밤밤밤, 밤밤밤밤 (뚜루루뚜루루)

bam-bam-bam-bam-bam, bam-bam-bam-bam (ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ru-ru)

Hello, I'm here, 이 안에 사람 있어

Hello, I'm here, i an-e sa-ram iss-eo

갇히기 전에, 문을 닫아 버렸지

gat-hi-gi jeon-e, mun-eul dat-a beo-ryeoss-ji

사방이 다 벽이야, 어디를 둘러봐도, no way out, no, oh

sa-bang-i da byeok-i-ya, eo-di-reul dul-reo-bwa-do, no way out, no, oh

내 두 발로 걸어 들어온 걸 후회 (하나 마나 했을 때는 늦어 버린 걸)

nae du bal-ro geol-eo deul-eo-on geol hu-hoe (ha-na ma-na haess-eul ttae-neun neut-eo beo-rin geol)

Chorus

도망쳐 숨은 곳

do-mang-chyeo sum-eun gos

그곳에 갇혀 버렸어

geu-gos-e gat-hyeo beo-ryeoss-eo

I gotta run away, I wanna run away, but how?

I'm turning into a monster, monster

Screaming 'til my voice is out, there's nothing left to do now

모든 걸 다 쏟아 냈어, nothing left to lose

mo-deun geol da ssot-a naess-eo, nothing left to lose

I'm a man in the box, yeah

I'm a man in the box, yeah, oh, oh

Verse 3

I'm a man in the box, yeah

There's nothing left to lose, I'm a man in the box, yeah

밤밤밤밤밤, 밤밤밤밤 (what the-)

bam-bam-bam-bam-bam, bam-bam-bam-bam (what the-)

밤밤밤밤밤, 밤밤밤밤 (뚜루루뚜루루)

bam-bam-bam-bam-bam, bam-bam-bam-bam (ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ru-ru)

Man in the box, like a TV 속 liar

Man in the box, like a TV sok liar

좋은 시간은 짧아, 그 뒤에 남은 건 loser

jot-eun si-gan-eun jjal-a, geu dwi-e nam-eun geon loser

I'm a boxer in the box, 허공에 대고 휘두르는

I'm a boxer in the box, heo-gong-e dae-go hwi-du-reu-neun

발악과 바람이, 상쇄되는 이곳은 black hole

bal-ak-gwa ba-ram-i, sang-swae-doe-neun i-gos-eun black hole

Verse 4

I'm addicted, it's so attractive

이 작은 상자 속에는 내 말이 곧 법이지

i jak-eun sang-ja sok-e-neun nae mal-i got beop-i-ji

이제는 편안해진 이 공간 속의 white noise

i-je-neun pyeon-an-hae-jin i gong-gan sok-ui white noise

What should I do now? (익숙해져 버렸을 땐 늦어 버린 걸)

What should I do now? (ik-suk-hae-jyeo beo-ryeoss-eul ttaen neut-eo beo-rin geol)

도망쳐 숨은 곳

do-mang-chyeo sum-eun gos

그곳에 갇혀 버렸어

geu-gos-e gat-hyeo beo-ryeoss-eo

I gotta run away, I wanna run away, but how?

I'm turning into a monster, monster

Verse 5

Screaming 'til my voice is out, there's nothing left to do now

모든 걸 다 쏟아 냈어, nothing left to lose

mo-deun geol da ssot-a naess-eo, nothing left to lose

I'm a man in the box, yeah

I'm a man in the box, yeah, oh, oh

I'm a man in the box, yeah

There's nothing left to lose, I'm a man in the box, yeah

Becoming a monster, oh, oh, becoming a monster

I'm turning into a monster, monster

Verse 6

Screaming 'til my voice is out, there's nothing left to do now

모든 걸 다 쏟아 냈어, nothing left to lose

mo-deun geol da ssot-a naess-eo, nothing left to lose

I'm a man in the box, yeah

I'm a man in the box, yeah, oh, oh

I'm a man in the box, yeah

There's nothing left to lose, I'm a man in the box, yeah

밤밤밤밤밤, 밤밤밤밤 (what the-)

bam-bam-bam-bam-bam, bam-bam-bam-bam (what the-)

밤밤밤밤밤, 밤밤밤밤 (뚜루루뚜루루)

bam-bam-bam-bam-bam, bam-bam-bam-bam (ttu-ru-ru-ttu-ru-ru)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Man in the Box” by Xdinary Heroes.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Man in the Box" (Man in the Box) by Xdinary Heroes 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 "Man in the Box" 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, "Man in the Box" highlights Xdinary Heroes'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 “Man in the Box”?

"Man in the Box" (Man in the Box) by Xdinary Heroes is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, ...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Man in the Box”.

Performer (아티스트)Xdinary Heroes
Album (앨범)Deadlock
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Xdinary Heroes 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 Man in the Box by Xdinary Heroes?

"Man in the Box" is performed by Xdinary Heroes. 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 Man in the Box with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Man in the Box by Xdinary Heroes?

"Man in the Box" is performed by Xdinary Heroes, released on the album "Deadlock" in 2023. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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