The Tortoise and the Hare by STRAY KIDS Lyrics Meaning – A Modern Spin on a Classic Fable
Lyrics
빨리 빨리 빨리 갈 필요 없어
걍 천천히 가면 돼
시간이 빨리빨리 간다 해도
난 상관없어 뭐 어때 yo
지금 내 시간 내 템포가
금보다 비쌀 때니까
난 시간 따라 가지 않고
날 따라가면 돼 ooh ooh ooh
거북이 왈
빨리 빨리 빨리 빨리
토끼 왈
느려느려느려느려 느려느려느려느려
느려느려느려느려 느려느려느려느려
느려느려느려느려 느려느려느려느려
느려도 넌 너무 느려 너 땜에 난 속이 터져
아 숨차니까 잠시 쉬었다 가야겠다
하다가 결국엔 거북이 승
빨리 가기 싫어 그냥 놀래
놀부처럼 놀래
빨리 가기 싫어 그냥 놀래
흥부자가 될래 놀래
고생 끝을 향해 I go
I know, you know, we know, we know
흘러가는 시간대로
I know, you know, we know, we know
고생 끝을 향해 I go
I know, you know, we know, Lee Know
흘러가는 시간대로
I know, you know, we know, we know
빨리빨리 하라니까 아직까지 쓰고 앉아있냐
왜 이렇게 느릿느릿 답답해
달려 저기까지 10초 1초라도 늦는다면
뭐 잘 모르겠지만 빠른 게 좋잖니
가라고 가라고 가라고 가라고
가라고 가라고 가라고 가라고
가라고 가라고 가라고 가라고
가라고 가라고 아 빨리
Gotta go, gotta go, gotta go, gotta go
Gotta go, gotta go, gotta go, gotta go
Wait, wait, wait, wait, wait 야 잠만
천천히 가 yeah
천천히 가 yeah
Slow it down 모두 모두 slow it down
두뇌 회전은 모노레일처럼 다 slow it down
달팽이가 집 버려도 어차피 민달팽이
뭐 그렇게도 급해 걍 느리게 기어도 it’s alright
사실 맘은 다급해도 다 급한 일이 아니면
사실 다 귀찮은 거 다 알아 걍 천천히 가
그래 너는 비행기 타고 날아가라
나는 무궁화호 타고 기차여행 할란다
Livin’ my pace now now now
Livin’ my pace now now now
I’m gonna go, 나만의 시간대로 go
I take it slow
GO! GO! GO! 生!
빨리 가기 싫어 그냥 놀래
놀부처럼 놀래
빨리 가기 싫어 그냥 놀래
흥부자가 될래 놀래
고생 끝을 향해 I go
I know, you know, we know, we know
흘러가는 시간대로
I know, you know, we know, we know
고생 끝을 향해 I go
I know, you know, we know, Lee Know
흘러가는 시간대로
I know, you know, we know, we know (ah)
둥글게 둥글게 지구는 둥글대
빨리 달려봤자 어차피 결국엔 제자리 돌아올게 뻔하네
푸르네 푸르네 하늘은 푸르네
여유있게 푸른 하늘 바라보며 음악을 전파해 (na)
Pacing through the modern labyrinth of life, we often find ourselves caught between the urgency of the hare and the steadiness of the tortoise. STRAY KIDS, in their provocatively reflective track ‘The Tortoise and the Hare,’ delve into this very dichotomy, setting the age-old fable against a backdrop of contemporary beats and an insatiable society.
The song serves as a metaphorical confrontation with the relentless pace of life and the pressure that comes with it. As we dissect the lyrics, STRAY KIDS’ message resonates—they’re not merely retelling Aesop’s famed tale; they’re redefining what it means to ‘win’ in a race oversaturated with speed and urgency.
A Timeless Tale Retold with a Bold, New Beat
STRAY KIDS has never shied away from pushing the envelope, and with ‘The Tortoise and the Hare,’ they’ve once again highlighted their capacity to blend narrative and rhythm. The track’s hook permeates with an addictive tempo that mirrors the ceaseless push-and-pull of life’s pace.
Through a seamless mix of rap and melody, the group takes us on a lyrical journey that champions individuality over conformity. The music filters the eternal wisdom of the fable through the lens of youth, audacity, and modern complexity.
Unpacking the Symbolism: More Than Just a Race
Beyond the illusion of a simple sprint between two characters, ‘The Tortoise and the Hare’ is rife with symbolism. It’s not just about speed versus slowness; it’s about choice and the values we ascribe to our actions.
STRAY KIDS reminds us that the weight of gold could be a metaphor for the preciousness of time spent on things that truly matter. The group asserts the value of living at a pace that feels right to oneself, rather than simply keeping up with the pack.
Chart-Topping Hooks with Philosophical Depth
The track doesn’t just tease the intellect; it also commands the charts with hooks that are hard to shake off. ‘Gotta go, gotta go’ might be a catchy refrain, but beneath the surface it’s a commentary on the rush of existence, the societal pressure to move quickly through life.
Layered within the infectious beats are questions of fulfillment and happiness, challenging listeners to dance to their own rhythm rather than to the tempo dictated by external expectations.
The Hidden Meaning: Living at My Own Tempo
Peeling back the layers of ‘The Tortoise and the Hare,’ we unearth a profound contemplation on personal tempo. STRAY KIDS employs a clever play on words, as ‘beat’ takes a double meaning, referencing both the musical foundation and the pulsing of individual existence.
Through their declaration ‘Livin’ my pace now,’ they articulate a fierce commitment to authenticity—a reminder that maybe it’s not about the race at all, but how one chooses to run it.
Memorable Lines That Echo in the Halls of Self-Reflection
Perhaps the most poignant moment comes when the rush halts—and the message is clear: ‘Slow it down 모두 모두 slow it down.’ It’s in this call to action that we’re invited to ease the relentless spinning of the wheels, to find value in the journey rather than just the destination.
‘둥글게 둥글게 지구는 둥글대’ chants a reminder of life’s cyclical nature. STRAY KIDS doesn’t just want you to bob your head to their track; they aspire to pivot your perspective, inciting a reflective pause in an otherwise chaotic sprint.
