[Romanized:]
Mmh, ah, ah (Salty, sweet)
Ooh, ooh, oh (Salty, sweet)
Neomchil mankeum pour hwijeoeo jiteojidorok
Teukbyeolhan maseul deo mix it up
Give me jaeryoreul plus
Run, run, run, kitty, kitty, run, run
Imi neon imi neon ppajyeodeureo jeomjeom
Hyanggineun peojyeoga deo (Uh, huh)
Bulgeojineun your lips sai sai
Myoyageul gadeuk meogeume
Seumyeodeuneun one drop, you’re gone (You’re done)
Don’t regret, regret
‘Cause I’m salty and sweet, ooh-wooh
Geobu mothae saekdareun treat, ooh-wooh, itji mothae
Neukkimeun real gimyohan feels neol wihae junbidoen meal
Salty and sweet, ooh
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha
Tamseureoun sagwaui dokcheoreom
Yuhokamyeo binnaneun diamonds and pearls
Eunmilhage (Shh) beontteugineun treat
Neoui mameun still better quick, quick, quick, quick
Soreumkkichidorok (Yeah, uh)
Banjeon inneun recipe (Ooh, na-na)
Meogeochiwo mamkkeot (Yeah, eat)
Eonjenganeun ma free
Seumyeodeuneun one drop, you’re gone (You’re done)
Don’t regret, regret
‘Cause I’m salty and sweet, ooh-wooh
Geobu mothae saekdareun treat, ooh wooh, itji mothae
Neukkimeun real gimyohan feels neol wihae junbidoen meal
Salty and sweet, ooh
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha
Tumyeonghaetdeon ganeun geu nunbicheun imi
I bamcheoreom saekkamake beonjyeoga
Gyesokaeseo samkyeo nae dwi maseun got alge dwae (dwae)
Modeun geosi neoro muldeun sungan
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na
Salty, sweet
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na
Salty and sweet
‘Cause I’m salty and sweet, ooh-wooh (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
Geobu mothae saekdareun treat, ooh-wooh, itji mothae (Got a treat, yeah, yeah, yeah)
Neukkimeun real gimyohan feels neol wihae junbidoen meal
Salty and sweet, ooh
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha
Salty, sweet
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na (So salty, so sweet, yeah)
Salty, sweet
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na (Yeah, yeah, oh-oh)
Salty sweet
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na (So salty)
Salty sweet
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
[Korean:]
Mmh, ah, ah (Salty, sweet)
Ooh, ooh, oh (Salty, sweet)
넘칠 만큼 pour 휘저어 짙어지도록
특별한 맛을 더 mix it up
Give me 재료를 plus
Run, run, run, kitty, kitty, run, run
이미 넌 이미 넌 빠져들어 점점
향기는 퍼져가 더 (Uh, huh)
붉어지는 your lips 사이 사이
묘약을 가득 머금에
스며드는 one drop, you’re gone (You’re done)
Don’t regret, regret
‘Cause I’m salty and sweet, ooh-wooh
거부 못해 색다른 treat, ooh-wooh, 잊지 못해
느낌은 real 기묘한 feels 널 위해 준비된 meal
Salty and sweet, ooh
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha
탐스러운 사과의 독처럼
유혹하며 빛나는 diamonds and pearls
은밀하게 (Shh) 번뜩이는 treat
너의 맘은 still better quick, quick, quick, quick
소름끼치도록 (Yeah, uh)
반전 있는 recipe (Ooh, na-na)
먹어치워 맘껏 (Yeah, eat)
언젠가는 ma free
스며드는 one drop, you’re gone (You’re done)
Don’t regret, regret
‘Cause I’m salty and sweet, ooh-wooh
거부 못해 색다른 treat, ooh wooh, 잊지 못해
느낌은 real 기묘한 feels 널 위해 준비된 meal
Salty and sweet, ooh
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha
투명했던 가는 그 눈빛은 이미
이 밤처럼 새까맣게 번져가
계속해서 삼켜 내 뒤 맛은 곧 알게 돼 (돼)
모든 것이 너로 물든 순간
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na
Salty, sweet
Na-na-na-na-na-na-na
Salty and sweet
‘Cause I’m salty and sweet, ooh-wooh (Yeah, yeah, yeah)
거부 못해 색다른 treat, ooh-wooh, 잊지 못해 (Got a treat, yeah, yeah, yeah)
느낌은 real 기묘한 feels 널 위해 준비된 meal
Salty and sweet, ooh
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha
Salty, sweet
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na (So salty, so sweet, yeah)
Salty, sweet
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na (Yeah, yeah, oh-oh)
Salty sweet
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na (So salty)
Salty sweet
Na, na, na, na, na, na, na
The Flavorful Duality of “Salty & Sweet”
“Salty & Sweet” by aespa is a vibrant exploration of contrasts and allure, delivered through playful metaphors of taste and temptation. The lyrics weave together culinary imagery—mixing flavors, a secret recipe, and an irresistible treat—to symbolize the duality within oneself and the captivating nature of attraction. aespa likens their complexity to a meal prepared with both salty and sweet elements, inviting listeners to experience their unique blend of charm. The recurring theme of indulgence, temptation, and mystery creates an enticing narrative, making the song feel both intimate and dynamic. The blend of Korean and English lines enhances the song’s global appeal, while the rhythmic chants and catchy refrains further emphasize its addictive quality.
Song Credits
- Artist: aespa
- Release Year: 2024
- Label: SM Entertainment
- Songwriters: Ludwig Lindell, Paulina Cerrilla, Ella Isaacson, Karen Poole, 김수지 (Kim Suji), 이예린 (Lee Yerin), Rick Bridges