SEVENTEEN “God of Music” Korean Lyrics
SEVENTEEN · 2023 · Album: SEVENTEENTH HEAVEN · Beginner
A hymn to the God of Music: if there's a god of music, I want to hug them — music makes the world one.
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FAQ
What are the lyrics of “God of Music” about?
A hymn to the God of Music: if there's a god of music, I want to hug them — music makes the world one.
How do I learn Korean with “God of Music”?
Sing along with the karaoke-synced lyrics, then study 8 key vocabulary, 2 grammar points and a 7-day study plan — free, no sign-up.
How hard is this song for Korean learners?
The level is “Beginner” — every line comes with pronunciation, romanization and translation, beginners can sing along.
Which group sings “God of Music”?
The 13-member 'self-sufficient idols' (2015) in three units. Lyrics run from first-flutter hearts to youth anthems — a wide difficulty range.
Full lyrics (Korean, romanization, English translation)
세상에 음악의 신이 있다면 고맙다고 안아주고 싶어sesange eumakui sini issdamyeon gomapdago anajugo sipeoIf there's a god of music, I wanna hug them in gratitude
전 세계 공통의 languagejeon segye gongtongui languageA universal language
자음과 모음이 달라도 상관없는 건 musicjaeumgwa moeumi dalrado sanggwaneopsneun geon musicDifferent alphabets don't matter — it's music
말이 안 통해도 음악이 있다면 우리는 친한 친구mali an tonghaedo eumaki issdamyeon urineun chinhan chinguEven without words, with music we're best friends
무엇이 우리의 행복인가mueoti uriui haengbokingaWhat is our happiness?
뭐 있나 춤을 춰 노래하자mwo issna chumeul chwo noraehajaWhat else? Dance and sing
이것이 우리의 행복이다igeoti uriui haengbokidaThis is our happiness
다시 한번 더 heydasi hanbeon deo heyOne more time — hey
음악은 우리의 숨이니까eumakeun uriui suminikkaBecause music is our breath
Sugar and spice brass sound and guitarSugar and spice brass sound and guitarSugar and spice, brass sound and guitar
네 글자면 다 내 이름이래ne geuljamyeon da nae ireumiraeAnything with four syllables — they call it my name
쿵치팍치 또한 내 이름인가kungchipakchi ttohan nae ireumingaKung-chi-pak-chi — is that my name too?
무엇이 우리의 행복인가mueoti uriui haengbokingaWhat is our happiness?
뭐 있나 춤을 춰 노래하자mwo issna chumeul chwo noraehajaWhat else? Dance and sing
이것이 우리의 행복이다igeoti uriui haengbokidaThis is our happiness
Vocabulary (8)
| Korean | Romanization | English | Note |
|---|
| 신 | sin | god | the god of music |
| 안아주다 | anajuda | to hug (someone) | wanna hug |
| 전 세계 | jeon segye | the whole world | universal to the world |
| 자음과 모음 | jaeumgwa moeum | consonants and vowels | even if alphabets differ |
| 춤을 추다 | chumeul chuda | to dance | dance and sing |
| 숨 | sum | breath | music is our breath |
| 행복 | haengbok | happiness | our happiness |
| 쿵치팍치 | kungchipakchi | kung-chi-pak-chi (beat sound) | kung-chi-pak-chi rhythm |
Grammar notes (2)
-ㄴ다면 -고 싶어 = if ~, I want to ~
세상에 음악의 신이 있다면 고맙다고 안아주고 싶어
Hypothetical + desire: 'IF there's a god, I WANT to hug them.'
Pattern: [stem] + ダミョン + [stem] + ゴ シプタ
Example: 온다면 마중 갈게 (if you come, I'll meet you)
-아/어도 = even if
말이 안 통해도 음악이 있다면 우리는 친한 친구
-아/어도 concedes the language barrier: music bridges all gaps.
Pattern: [stem] + ア/オド
Example: 멀리 있어도 마음은 함께 (far apart but hearts together)
7-day study plan
Day 1 — Vocab Set A + hum along to the chorus
- Memorize 10 basic words
- Listen to the song 3 times
- Hum along to the chorus 음악은 우리의 숨이니까
- Write today's new words once
Day 2 — Grammar 1, 2 (-ㄴ다면 -고 싶어 = if ~, I want to ~, -아/어도 = even if)
- Review vocab set A
- Learn -ㄴ다면 -고 싶어 = if ~, I want to ~ and -아/어도 = even if
- Notice these patterns while listening
- Make two sentences with today's grammar
Day 3 — Vocab Set B + Grammar 3 (-ㄴ다면 -고 싶어 = if ~, I want to ~)
- Memorize God of Music keywords
- Learn -ㄴ다면 -고 싶어 = if ~, I want to ~
- Sing the whole chorus
- Sing the chorus along with the video
Day 4 — Grammar 4 (-아/어도 = even if) + Vocab Set C
- Learn -아/어도 = even if
- Read the lyrics aloud twice
- Make a sentence with 음악의 신 (音樂之神)
- Shadow the verses once
Day 5 — Grammar 5, 6 + sing the whole song
- Learn -ㄴ다면 -고 싶어 = if ~, I want to ~ and -아/어도 = even if
- Sing the whole song with karaoke
- Flag the words you still miss
- Review grammar 1-3
Day 6 — Vocab review + quiz
- Score 80+ on the vocab quiz
- Write missed words 3 times
- Sing the chorus without looking
- Explain the meaning of 음악의 신 to a friend
Day 7 — Final check: full sing-through + use the grammar
- Sing the entire song without subtitles
- Make one sentence per grammar point
- Record yourself singing and check pronunciation
- Use today's expressions in a short diary entry
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