Man on Fire Lyrics (Romanized) – ATEEZ

Man on Fire (Romanized) Lyrics Meaning

[Intro: Yunho]
The intro expresses a feeling of losing control, both mentally and emotionally, with the speaker overwhelmed by their intense feelings and struggles.

[Verse 1: Seonghwa, Yunho, Hongjoong]
In this verse, the lyrics describe rushing headfirst into a dangerous situation, symbolized by fire, without hesitation. The speaker expresses a deep longing and burning desire for someone, feeling as if they’re constantly driven toward this person, even though it’s overwhelming and chaotic. They’re willing to push through, despite the intense emotions that leave them feeling out of control.

[Pre-Chorus: San, Yeosang, Mingi]
The pre-chorus talks about going through hardships, symbolized by fire and the burning sun. The speaker is ready to face any challenge or sacrifice, as long as it’s for the person they love. They acknowledge that the situation may not be perfect or ideal, but they are willing to risk it all, even if they made mistakes along the way, driven by their strong emotions and desire.

[Chorus: San, Wooyoung, *Hongjoong*, Jongho, Seonghwa]
The chorus emphasizes the speaker’s willingness to sacrifice everything for their love. They’re so consumed by desire that they’d willingly walk into flames—symbolizing danger and pain—just to be with that person. They feel unstoppable, unable to hold back their desire, even if it’s reckless or risky. There’s an intensity in their commitment, ignoring all consequences because their love is their ultimate priority.

[Post-Chorus: Wooyoung]
This short line simply emphasizes the idea of walking into flames, reinforcing the powerful theme of sacrifice and passion from the chorus.

[Verse 2: Yunho, Yeosang, Jongho]
In this verse, the speaker expresses an urgent need for the person they desire. They’re consumed by the feeling of wanting this person desperately, to the point where they can’t control their emotions. The intensity of their feelings makes them almost obsessed, as they focus solely on their love and can’t think of anything else.

[Verse 3: Mingi, Hongjoong]
This verse explores deeper emotional turmoil. The speaker seems to dive further into their intense emotions, losing themselves in a chaotic, almost self-destructive desire. They feel as though they’re plunging deeper into the situation without fear or hesitation, even when it’s difficult or confusing. They understand the complexity and danger, but they’re willing to face it all because of their overwhelming feelings.

[Chorus: Seonghwa, Jongho, *Mingi*, Wooyoung, San]
The second chorus restates the earlier themes, with the speaker still determined to walk into the flames for their love. They express an unyielding commitment, even in the face of challenges. They refuse to slow down, staying focused on their passionate desire, and are determined to push forward despite the overwhelming emotions they’re experiencing.

[Outro: Seonghwa]
The outro is a reaffirmation of the speaker’s earlier declarations. They are so consumed by their feelings that they would willingly sacrifice everything, even walking through fire, just for the person they love. This final line encapsulates the song’s theme of intense, unstoppable passion.