[Romanized:]
[Charli XCX:]
I spend my whole life following the night time
Can’t see the stop sign what you gonna say (hey)
Wandering quietly right into my dreams
It’s all that I see what you gonna say (hey)
[Jungkook:]
Always feeling something bigger something real wild
Keep on shining make it brighter than a spotlight (hey, hey)
[Charli XCX:]
Sometimes I stop and stare
Follow my dreams right there
Dream glow (hey, hey)
Sometimes my dreams come true
Sometimes they turn to blue
Dream glow (hey, hey)
[Jimin:]
Kiugi swipdan chakan sonyeondeuri
Gamchugon haetdeon kkajin mureupak (hey)
Nae byeoljarineun taeyangui papyeon
Challanhan amjeon geurimjaui chum (hey)
[Jungkook & Jin:]
Simjang soge sikji anneun bicheul neukkyeo
Jekkyeobon jeok eomneun sangdaehanten mot jyeo (hey hey)
[Jungkook:]
Nunbusyeotdeon mirae e e e
Jamsiman meomchun chae e e
Dream glow (hey hey)
Nae kkumeun yeogi stay e e e
Na pogi an halge e e
You’ll glow (hey hey)
[Jimin & Charli XCX:]
Kkaman saebyeok tteollineun nalgaereul pyeolchyeo
Keep on shining make it brighter than a spotlight (hey hey)
[Jungkook & Charli XCX:]
Sometimes I stop and stare
Follow my dreams right there
Dream glow (hey hey)
Nae kkumeun yeogi stay e e e
Na pogi an halge e e
Dream glow (hey hey)
You’ll glow (hey hey)
You’ll glow (hey hey)
[Korean:]
[Charli XCX:]
I spend my whole life following the night time
Can’t see the stop sign what you gonna say (hey)
Wandering quietly right into my dreams
It’s all that I see what you gonna say (hey)
[Jungkook:]
Always feeling something bigger something real wild
Keep on shining make it brighter than a spotlight (hey, hey)
[Charli XCX:]
Sometimes I stop and stare
Follow my dreams right there
Dream glow (hey, hey)
Sometimes my dreams come true
Sometimes they turn to blue
Dream glow (hey, hey)
[Jimin:]
키우기 쉽단 착한 소년들이
감추곤 했던 까진 무르팍 (hey)
내 별자리는 태양의 파편
찬란한 암전 그림자의 춤 (hey)
[Jungkook & Jin:]
심장 속에 식지 않는 빛을 느껴
제껴본 적 없는 상대한텐 못 져 (hey hey)
[Jungkook:]
눈부셨던 미래 에 에 에
잠시만 멈춘 채 에 에
Dream glow (hey hey)
내 꿈은 여기 stay 에 에 에
나 포기 안 할게 에 에
You’ll glow (hey hey)
[Jimin & Charli XCX:]
까만 새벽 떨리는 날개를 펼쳐
Keep on shining make it brighter than a spotlight (hey hey)
[Jungkook & Charli XCX:]
Sometimes I stop and stare
Follow my dreams right there
Dream glow (hey hey)
내 꿈은 여기 stay 에 에 에
나 포기 안 할게 에 에
Dream glow (hey hey)
You’ll glow (hey hey)
You’ll glow (hey hey)
[English translation:]
I spend my whole life following the night time
Can’t see the stop sign what you gonna say (Hey)
Wandering quietly right into my dreams
It’s all that I see what you gonna say (Hey)
Always feeling something bigger something real wild
Keep on shining make it brighter than a spotlight (Hey hey)
Sometimes I stop and stare
Follow my dreams right there
Dream glow (Hey hey)
Sometimes my dreams come true
Sometimes they turn to blue
Dream glow (Hey hey)
The nice boys said to be easily raised
Had scratched knees they used to hide away (Hey)
My star sign is of the Sun’s fragment
A radiant blackout, the dance of shadows (Hey)
Inside my heart I feel an undying light
Won’t lose to an opponent I haven’t brushed against (Hey hey)
What used to be a blinding future ay ay ay
Pausing it for a while ay ay
Dream glow (Hey hey)
My dream is to stay ay ay ay
I won’t give up ay ay
You’ll glow (Hey hey)
In the dark dawn, spreading trembling wings
Keep on shining make it brighter than a spotlight (Hey hey)
Sometimes I stop and stare
Follow my dreams right there
Dream glow (Hey hey)
My dream is here to stay ay ay ay
I won’t give up ay ay
Dream glow (Hey hey)
You’ll glow (Hey hey)
You’ll glow (Hey hey)
Chasing the Light: A Dreamer’s Anthem
“Dream Glow” by BTS and Charli XCX is a heartfelt exploration of ambition, hope, and resilience. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of night-time wandering and dreams that refuse to fade, even in the face of challenges. The recurring motif of glowing dreams symbolizes the unwavering determination to pursue one’s aspirations, no matter how difficult the journey. With lines about “shining brighter than a spotlight” and “spreading trembling wings,” the song encourages listeners to embrace their individuality and keep striving toward their goals, even during moments of doubt or darkness.
Unwavering Spirit and Collaboration
The collaboration between BTS and Charli XCX brings together diverse musical backgrounds, amplifying the song’s universal message. Each artist’s vocals contribute to the emotional depth, echoing the song’s theme of inner light and the courage it takes to keep dreaming. The lyrics serve as a reminder that even when dreams seem fragile, holding on to them will eventually lead to personal growth and, ultimately, a radiant glow.
Song Credits
- Artists: BTS, Charli XCX
- Songwriters: Charli XCX, BTS members, Leland, Noonie Bao, Jonnali Mikaela Parmenius (among others)
- Release Year: 2019
- Label: Big Hit Entertainment