Mad City by NCT 127 Lyrics Meaning – Unpacking the Anthem of Rebellion and Self-Empowerment
Lyrics
You make me so mad
남 다른걸 넌 나를 마치게 만들고 있는 걸
I’m gonna be so mad
화려한 이 fancy place
Baby, look at us 우릴 봐봐
You make me so mad
When I’m in the house, guess what happens
At the end it always turns out
To be empty and demolished (I killed it)
I eventually always end up standing at the center of it
Always energetic still clenching
A damn mic in my fist now (how)
Could this be possible?
Am I that powerful?
Guess that’s why rumors around the world are saying that
Mark is absolutely fully capable
No more rules, just dial my number
If you’re ready to have your house blown
조용해 이곳은 downtown
다 필요 없고 kick up
이 구역의 청소부는 나야
잔말 말고 clean up
나랑 놀고 싶은 랩퍼들은
받고 와라 make up
애정 결핍인 것 같은 녀석들은
전부 shame on you
이제부터라도 애칭을 불러줄게 boo라고
남들의 시선 신경 꺼 그게 원래 너라고
뭐라 해도 I’m gonna do gotta do
네가 정신차릴 때쯤 난 없지 I’m done
You make me so mad
I’m gonna be so mad
내가 이상해보여 yeah
I’m a freaky deaky man
You make me so mad
I’m gonna be so mad
네가 누군지 몰라도
You make me so mad
You make me so mad
I’m gonna be so mad
You make me so mad
I’m gonna be so mad
You make me so mad
I’m gonna be so mad
You make me so mad
Yeah back come my turn
누구도 범접하지 못해
내가 쓰는 fantasy에
이 비트만으로도 더 족한걸
어떻게 뭘 더해
I’m 이름앞에 T가 붙은 T-Rex 가
내 별명답게 이 비트를 씹어 누가 범접할래
어느 순간부터 시간이 이렇게 빨리 지나갔어
모든 게 흘러갔지만 mic 잡고 노는 건 똑같아서
Yeah you make me so mad
You make me so mad
What can I do with it?
Why not just all go mad
Mad life mad life mad life
우리는 미쳐가
Mad life mad life 매일 매일 미쳐가
Mad life mad life 남들이 미쳤다고 생각할 때까지
뛰어 매일 미쳐봐
Mad life mad life mad life
우리는 미쳐가
Mad life mad life 매일 매일 미쳐가
Mad life mad life 남들도 같이 미쳐갈 수 있도록
당장 뛰어 미쳐봐
NCT NCT N-City 내가 속해 있는 Soul City
다들 미쳐가고 있지 왜 때문인지는 알지
Mad City 날 어떻게 볼지는 몰라도
어떻게 될지 아무도 몰라 난 참 chemical 해 (wow)
It’s a boom to the b-boom
폭탄을 점화하는 knuckle p-punch
It’s about our chemistry that never stops
언제나 화가 나있는 hulk
다 같이 mad할 때까지
I’m breaking it all apart
Pump pump from adrenaline, adrenaline rush
I can almost feel excitement flowing
Through my deep blood, man
Never gonna let it fade, keep it going on
‘Cause the music is what pumps it and
The beat continues on and on, man
Why are they doubting, TY?
How have we done it
Can’t you just see why?
How we worked crazy for it
Always kept the music going,
Kept our bars without no limit and
Even turned crazy for it, right
사람들은 말해 조금 진정하라고
지금 너는 너무 흥분되어 있다고 man
그럼 나는 대답해 아 그런 것 같기도
너무 흥분해 앞뒤를 못 가릴거 같기도 해
무슨 같잖은 헛소리들은 집어 쳐
흥분을 넘어서 지금 난 거의 미쳐있어
비트를 씹으려 광분한 상태
내게 과분한걸 바라는 순간
I turn around ay 날 붙잡으려 하지는 마 bounce ay
긴장을 풀어 여긴 playground ay
나를 보고 있는 crowds
모든게 완벽해 high for the sound (I’m the man)
Mad life mad life mad life
우리는 미쳐가
Mad life mad life 매일 매일 미쳐가
Mad life mad life 남들이 미쳤다고 생각할 때까지
뛰어 매일 미쳐봐
Mad life mad life mad life
우리는 미쳐가
Mad life mad life 매일 매일 미쳐가
Mad life mad life 남들도 같이 미쳐갈 수 있도록
뛰어 당장 미쳐봐
When K-pop supergroup NCT 127 released ‘Mad City,’ it wasn’t just a song; it was a proclamation, an unfurling manifesto draped in electrifying beats and punctuated by dissonant, yet strangely harmonious, chaos. The track—seething with the raw energy of youth and defiance—rips through the complacent silence of conformity, becoming an outcry for those who dare to be different.
As we delve into ‘Mad City,’ we find an intricate play of words dancing with a vibrant rhythm that speaks to the rebellious spirit. It isn’t merely about being ‘mad’ in the traditional sense; it’s about embracing the madness of life, and the crazy ride of following one’s own path against the grain. But what lies beneath the frenetic surface of this song? Let’s dissect the labyrinth of its lyrics to grasp the visceral message NCT 127 encodes within the beats.
Harnessing the ‘Mad’ — A Call to Break the Mould
In ‘Mad City,’ the repetition of ‘You make me so mad’ evolves from a simple expression of frustration into a rallying cry for those who refuse to be stifled. As NCT 127 confronts an atmosphere of constriction and expectation—represented by the ‘fancy place’ and prying eyes—they turn this madness into a combustible force that propels them towards self-realization and individuality.
By embracing their unique ‘madness,’ the group asserts their refusal to follow the prescribed norms of society. This ‘mad’ is a powerful, transformative energy, one that tears down the houses of convention and stands at its center, not in destruction but in celebration of uniqueness and creativity.
A Soundtrack for the Misfits—Cracking the Urban Code
‘Mad City’ becomes more than a track; it transforms into a microcosm of any downtown area—a place where the noise drowns out individuality and where the powerful ‘clean up’ with little regard for the rest. NCT 127 steps in as the metaphorical janitors of this mess, promising to sweep away the inauthentic and shun those nursing a deficit of love.
The song resonates as a voice for the misfits and the misunderstood—those who are frequently urged to clean up their act, but instead choose to ‘make up’ their own rules. This is the urban battleground where NCT 127’s lyrics dare listeners to carve out their own space amid the mad shuffle of the city.
Evoking the T-Rex — Commanding One’s Territory
In a show of lyrical dominance, ‘Mad City’ explores the group member’s alter egos, especially with references to a T-Rex—a creature that invokes images of strength and invincibility. Such imagery asserts their position at the top of the food chain within the fantastic terrain of their own creation.
The inclusion of this prehistoric predator in a song filled with contemporary angst underlines the timeless struggle for autonomy and respect. NCT 127 is claiming their territory in the music landscape, showing an unapologetic defiance and a refusal to be tamed by industry expectations or fleeting trends.
The ‘Mad Life’ Mantra—Diving into a Reflective Chorus
Repeating the phrase ‘Mad life’ like a mantra, NCT 127 captures the essence of living in a world that often feels out of control. The repetition of these words is hypnotic, creating an echo of collective sentiment shared by those who feel pushed to the brink of madness by the pressures of life.
‘Mad City’ ignites a desire to embrace the craziness, to keep ‘running mad’ until even those from the outside looking in can’t help but acknowledge the inevitability of one’s own quirks and peculiarities. It’s an unyielding declaration that asserts the right to live life on one’s own exhilarating terms.
Unraveling the Hidden Chemistry—Dynamic Flux of Rage and Passion
Beneath the raucous exclamation of maddening life, ‘Mad City’ delves deeper into the emotional catalysts—like adrenaline and chemistry—that bind NCT 127 together. Their collective energy is a chemical reaction that cannot be quenched, bursting forth in a kinetic explosion that reverberates through the song’s composition.
As the artists liken themselves to the ever-enraged Hulk, they externalize the inner turmoil that comes with artistic expression. Even under scrutiny of doubters, NCT 127 paints a portrait of relentless perseverance and dedication to their craft—a testament to their shared fury and fervent passion.
