[Romanized:]
Dalmeun deutan moseubeuro naege
Niga odeon nareul gieokago isseo
Geunareun hayan nuni sori eopshi
Naeryeoon nal
Cheonnune neol saranghage dwaetgo
Yeongweonhal kkeoraneun geol algo isseosseo
Geureoke urin seoro arabogo
Jeomjeom gakkaweojeo
Ajigeun jogeum nasseoljiman
Geu mirael nan bol suga isseo
Naboda deo nareul jal aneun geon
Ni beoreutcheoreom dwel kkeoran geol
Forever forever
Yeppeun geonman jugo shipeo
Forever forever
Gadeuk chaeun maeumeul nege
Yeongweonhi haengbokage
Saranghamyeo sal su itge
Neul ni yeope nan seo isseulkke
Neul jigeumcheoreom
Oh oh oh
Woo oh baby
My baby yeah
Yeah yeah
I yeohaengeun himdeulgo weroul ttaedo
Ittaneun geol algo isseo
Geureol ttaen nae eokkael naeeojulkke
Nan neoye pyeoni dwego shipeo
Forever forever
Malgeun neoye yeonghonmankeum
Forever forever
Ilchi anke jikyeo julkke
Yeongweonhi haengbokage
Noeuri areumdaul ttaekkaji
Neul ni yeope nan georeogalkke
Sesang modeun geoseul da jundaedo
Bakkul su eopseo neowaye dan harudo
Ne gyeoteseo dalmaganeun nareul
Gippeun maeumeuro deo majuhallae (Oh)
Forever forever
Yeppeun geonman jugo shipeo
Forever forever
Gadeuk chaeun maeumeul nege
Yeongweonhi haengbokage
Saranghamyeo sal su itge
Neul ni yeope nan seo isseulkke
Neul jigeumcheoreom
Forever forever
[Korean:]
닮은 듯한 모습으로 내게
니가 오던 날을 기억하고 있어
그날은 하얀 눈이 소리 없이
내려온 날
첫눈에 널 사랑하게 됐고
영원할 거라는 걸 알고 있었어
그렇게 우린 서로 알아보고
점점 가까워져
아직은 조금 낯설지만
그 미랠 난 볼 수가 있어
나보다 더 나를 잘 아는 건
니 버릇처럼 될 거란 걸
Forever forever
예쁜 것만 주고 싶어
Forever forever
가득 채운 마음을 네게
영원히 행복하게
사랑하며 살 수 있게
늘 니 옆에 난 서 있을게
늘 지금처럼
Oh oh oh
Woo oh baby
My baby yeah
Yeah yeah
이 여행은 힘들고 외로울 때도
있다는 걸 알고 있어
그럴 땐 내 어깰 내어줄게
난 너의 편이 되고 싶어
Forever forever
맑은 너의 영혼만큼
Forever forever
잃지 않게 지켜 줄게
영원히 행복하게
노을이 아름다울 때까지
늘 니 옆에 난 걸어갈게
세상 모든 것을 다 준대도
바꿀 수 없어 너와의 단 하루도
네 곁에서 닮아가는 나를
기쁜 마음으로 더 마주할래 (Oh)
Forever forever
예쁜 것만 주고 싶어
Forever forever
가득 채운 마음을 네게
영원히 행복하게
사랑하며 살 수 있게
늘 니 옆에 난 서 있을게
늘 지금처럼
Forever forever
[English translation:]
With a resemblance
I remember the day you came to me
A day when
The white snow fell silently
I fell in love with you at first sight
And I knew it would last forever
That’s how we recognized each other
And got closer
It’s still a little unfamiliar
But I can see the future
Knowing me better than myself
Will become a habit of yours
Forever forever
I want to give you only pretty things
Forever forever
Give you my full heart
So that you can live
In happiness and love forever
I’ll always stand by your side
Always just like now
Oh oh oh
Woo oh baby
My baby yeah
Yeah yeah
I know this journey can be
Hard and lonely at times
You can lean on my shoulder then
I want to be on your side
Forever forever
As clear as your soul
Forever forever
I’ll protect it and keep it safe
Happily ever after
Until the beautiful sunset
I’ll always walk by your side
Even if I’m offered everything in the world
I can’t exchange it even for a single day with you
I want to face myself more with a happy heart
As I become more like you
Forever forever
I want to give you only pretty things
Forever forever
Give you my full heart
So that you can live
In happiness and love forever
I’ll always stand by your side
Always just like now
Forever forever
Exploring the Meaning of “Forever (약속)”
“Forever (약속)” by aespa is a heartfelt ballad that beautifully captures the essence of unconditional love and unwavering devotion. The lyrics depict a journey of two souls who find comfort and happiness in each other’s presence, promising to always stand by one another no matter the hardships. From the imagery of silent snowfall to the confessions of wanting to give only the best to their loved one, the song radiates warmth and sincerity. The recurring promise of “forever” underlines a deep commitment, suggesting that true love is about supporting, protecting, and growing together, even as challenges arise. The message is both universal and intimate, resonating with anyone who has experienced the comfort of a meaningful promise.
Song Credits
- Artist: aespa
- Songwriters: Yoo Young-jin
- Release Year: 2021
- Label: SM Entertainment