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KILL THE ROMEO

KILL THE ROMEO

Artist: ZEROBASEONE•Album: CINEMA PARADISE
🎤 Interactive Lyrics & Phonetic Pronunciation Guide

Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

Na-na-na-na-na-na

Na-na-na-na-na-na

Na-na-na-na-na-na

(Here we go now)

기다려왔던 time to wake up

gi-da-ryeo-wass-deon time to wake up

달빛에 물든 창을 열어

dal-bit-e mul-deun chang-eul yeol-eo

설레는 눈빛이 마주쳐

seol-re-neun nun-bit-i ma-ju-chyeo

너와 나 이 순간을 믿어

neo-wa na i sun-gan-eul mit-eo

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

We be moving like

Yeah, we do it like 제1막

Yeah, we do it like je-1-mak

Let the moonlight, give me highlights

Story goes on

Oh, I love it, 어느 날 운명의 장난처럼

Oh, I love it, eo-neu nal un-myeong-ui jang-nan-cheo-reom

Oh, I love it, 널 처음 본 순간 확실해졌어 난

Oh, I love it, neol cheo-eum bon sun-gan hwak-sil-hae-jyeoss-eo nan

어떤 비극에 쓰인 주인공이라도 널 위해 약속할게

eo-tteon bi-geuk-e sseu-in ju-in-gong-i-ra-do neol wi-hae yak-sok-hal-ge

모든 걸 바꿔보겠어 tonight

mo-deun geol ba-kkwo-bo-gess-eo tonight

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

Baby, let's kill the Romeo

뒤집힌 destiny

dwi-jip-hin destiny

It falls like dominos

No, it's not a tragedy

Forget the Romeo

내가 걸어갈 길

nae-ga geol-eo-gal gil

정해 내 손으로

jeong-hae nae son-eu-ro

Count on me like one, two, three, now

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

We can be runaways

둘만의 slip away

dul-man-ui slip away

너만 있으면 돼 우리가 쓸 엔딩은 달라

neo-man iss-eu-myeon dwae u-ri-ga sseul en-ding-eun dal-ra

We can be runaways

슬픔은fade away

seul-peum-eun-f-a-d-e away

새로운 너만의 Romeo

sae-ro-un neo-man-ui Romeo

I'm going my way

No cliche, 뻔하지 않을 2막은 우리 서사가 돼

No cliche, ppeon-ha-ji an-eul 2-mak-eun u-ri seo-sa-ga dwae

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

Oh wait 장르를 바꿔 이어갈 다음 page

Oh wait jang-reu-reul ba-kkwo i-eo-gal da-eum page

이 무대 위에 주인공은 너와 난데

i mu-dae wi-e ju-in-gong-eun neo-wa nan-de

Don't stop, 멈출 필요 없어, baby

Don't stop, meom-chul pil-yo eop-eo, baby

I don't love it, 이미 정해진 운명 따윈

I don't love it, i-mi jeong-hae-jin un-myeong tta-win

I don't love it, 우린 함께할 수 없을거란 말

I don't love it, u-rin ham-kke-hal su eop-eul-geo-ran mal

돌아가기엔 이제는 너무 늦었어 저 달이 지기 전에

dol-a-ga-gi-en i-je-neun neo-mu neut-eoss-eo jeo dal-i ji-gi jeon-e

모든 걸 바꿔보겠어 tonight

mo-deun geol ba-kkwo-bo-gess-eo tonight

Baby, let's kill the Romeo

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

뒤집힌 destiny

dwi-jip-hin destiny

It falls like dominos

No, it's not a tragedy

Forget the Romeo

내가 걸어갈 길

nae-ga geol-eo-gal gil

정해 내 손으로

jeong-hae nae son-eu-ro

Count on me like one, two, three, now

We can be runaways

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

둘만의 slip away

dul-man-ui slip away

너만 있으면 돼 우리가 쓸 엔딩은 달라

neo-man iss-eu-myeon dwae u-ri-ga sseul en-ding-eun dal-ra

We can be runaways

슬픔은 fade away

seul-peum-eun fade away

새로운 너만의 Romeo

sae-ro-un neo-man-ui Romeo

I'm going my way

이젠 여길 떠나 새로 쓰일 너와 나

i-jen yeo-gil tteo-na sae-ro sseu-il neo-wa na

깨진 달빛 너머 우리뿐인 이 세상

kkae-jin dal-bit neo-meo u-ri-ppun-in i se-sang

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

꿈꾸던 순간 너와 내 앞에

kkum-kku-deon sun-gan neo-wa nae ap-e

Hear we go up, shout it out

I love it, fly high, I take control

This is our story, fly high, just let it go

You better get out of my way

Kill the Romeo

We can be runaways

Dancing the night away

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

너만 있으면 돼

neo-man iss-eu-myeon dwae

(Here we go up, shout it out)

We can be runaways

Dancing the night away

새로운 너만의 Romeo

sae-ro-un neo-man-ui Romeo

I'm going my way

Na-na-na-na-na-na

Na-na-na-na-na-na

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

Na-na-na-na-na-na

(Here we go up, shout it out)

Na-na-na-na-na-na

Na-na-na-na-na-na

Na-na-na-na-na-na

Romeo

I'm going my way

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“KILL THE ROMEO” (KILL THE ROMEO) is performed by ZEROBASEONE, released on the album CINEMA PARADISE in 2024.

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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “KILL THE ROMEO” by ZEROBASEONE.

1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"KILL THE ROMEO" (KILL THE ROMEO) by ZEROBASEONE is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations and authentic self-expression, inviting listeners into an introspective lyrical journey framed by striking vocal harmonies.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean lyricism in "KILL THE ROMEO" utilizes poetic imagery and cultural nuance. Through contrasting acoustic intimacy and dynamic rhythmic hooks, the song weaves Korean metaphorical phrases with accessible pop hooks, exploring how fleeting connections leave indelible emotional footprints.

3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering

Engineered with modern production techniques, "KILL THE ROMEO" showcases ZEROBASEONE's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.

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🏮 Korean Emotional Concepts & Cultural Moat

Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)

Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “KILL THE ROMEO”:

다정함 (Empathetic Tenderness)
다정함(Dajeongham)

Considerate Emotional Warmth

Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "KILL THE ROMEO" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.

인연 (Destined Ties)
인연(Inyeon)

Fated Connection & Recognition

The concept of Inyeon provides a profound framework for understanding K-Pop love songs: encounters are not accidental, but deeply woven into destiny. "KILL THE ROMEO" by ZEROBASEONE explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.

🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, inner feelings
Untranslatable Korean depth of genuine soul and emotion
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
The expressive vehicle conveying raw passion
사랑(Sarang)
Love, devotion
Core theme of romantic and communal attachment

❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries

Q: What is the core artistic message of “KILL THE ROMEO”?

"KILL THE ROMEO" (KILL THE ROMEO) by ZEROBASEONE is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension ...

Q: How does “KILL THE ROMEO” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, ZEROBASEONE bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

Q: How can I practice singing “KILL THE ROMEO” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “KILL THE ROMEO”.

Performer (아티스트)ZEROBASEONE
Album (앨범)CINEMA PARADISE
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for ZEROBASEONE
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for ZEROBASEONE
Publishing & DistributionOfficial creative contributors licensed under ZEROBASEONE and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about KILL THE ROMEO, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of KILL THE ROMEO by ZEROBASEONE?

"KILL THE ROMEO" is performed by ZEROBASEONE. 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 KILL THE ROMEO by ZEROBASEONE?

"KILL THE ROMEO" is performed by ZEROBASEONE, released on the album "CINEMA PARADISE" in 2024. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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