[Romanized:]
Mmh, ah, ah
Salty, sweet
Ooh, ooh, oh
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha
Tamseureoun sagwaui dokcheoreom
Yuhokamyeo binnaneun diamonds and pearls
Eunmilhage (swit) beontteugineun trick
Neoui mameul steal
Better quick, quick, quick
Soreum kkichidorok (Yeah, uh)
Banjeon inneun recipe (Woo, na-na)
Meogeo chiwo mamkkeot (Yeah, eat)
Geu daeganeun not 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
Cheonmase neukkineun 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
Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha
탐스러운 사과의 독처럼
유혹하며 빛나는 diamonds and pearls
은밀하게 (쉿) 번뜩이는 trick
너의 맘을 steal
Better quick, quick, quick
소름 끼치도록 (Yeah, uh)
반전 있는 recipe (Woo, na-na)
먹어 치워 맘껏 (Yeah, eat)
그 대가는 not 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
첫맛에 느끼는 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 Allure of Contrasts: Decoding “Salty & Sweet”
“Salty & Sweet (Track Video Version)” by aespa is a captivating exploration of duality and seduction. The lyrics cleverly use the concept of contrasting flavors—salty and sweet—as metaphors for a multi-layered personality or relationship. The song likens temptation to a forbidden apple, with lines referencing sparkling “diamonds and pearls” and a “mysterious trick” that hints at the irresistible pull of something both dangerous and delightful. aespa’s delivery amplifies this playful edge, inviting listeners into a world that is both alluring and unpredictable. The repeated refrain and energetic “na na na” sections drive home the addictive nature of the experience, making the track both memorable and intriguing.
Song Credits
- Artist: aespa
- Release Year: 2023
- Label: SM Entertainment