GOLD Lyrics (English Translation) – ITZY

GOLD (English Translation) Lyrics Meaning

[Intro: Yeji, Ryujin, Lia]
In the intro, the singers express a sense of exhilaration and chaos. They’re ready to disrupt the calm and embrace a wild energy. It’s all about awakening their instincts and feeling alive, with a powerful metaphor of shining bright like gold, symbolizing confidence and brilliance.

[Interlude: Yuna, Ryujin, Dem Jointz]
This short interlude is a hype moment, signaling excitement and readiness. The repetition of “Yeah” and “Incoming” sets the stage for the energetic vibe of the song, creating a sense of anticipation.

[Verse 1: Yeji, Chaeryeong, Ryujin, Yuna]
In this verse, the singers reflect on their busy, restless lives and how they’re always seeking fun and new experiences. When they meet someone special, everything changes. Their heart races, feeling captivated by that person, like discovering a rare gem. The mention of being half-dazzled suggests a mix of awe and excitement as they dive into these new feelings.

[Pre-Chorus: Yeji, Lia]
Here, they describe how the person they’re thinking about feels like a favorite song that keeps playing in their mind. They’re experiencing new emotions that shift their perspective on the world around them. It’s an invitation to embrace these feelings and explore them further, suggesting a desire to go on this emotional journey again.

[Chorus: Ryujin, All, Chaeryeong, Lia]
The chorus emphasizes the captivating nature of this connection, comparing it to gold. It’s all about being unable to look away from the radiant glow that this relationship brings. The repeated lines create a vibrant image of them shining brightly together, day and night, highlighting the joy and excitement they feel in each other’s presence.

[Verse 2: Lia, Chaeryeong, Yeji, Ryujin]
In this verse, the imagery of gold continues, symbolizing abundance and brightness. They feel surrounded by this energy, almost to the point of feeling overwhelmed. There’s a sense of danger in this new passion, but it’s thrilling. The reference to “burning brighter than the stars” indicates how powerful and intense their feelings are becoming, suggesting an irresistible draw toward this person.

[Pre-Chorus: Yuna, Chaeryeong]
This pre-chorus reiterates the feelings of being lost in thoughts about the special person. They describe experiencing new and unfamiliar emotions that make them see the world differently. There’s a sense of eagerness to explore these feelings further, suggesting they want to dive deeper into this new connection.

[Chorus: Lia, All, Yuna, Chaeryeong]
The repetition of the chorus reinforces the central theme of being dazzled by the glow of this relationship. It captures the excitement of being together and highlights their inability to resist the magnetic pull of each other, creating a sense of joy and celebration of their connection.

[Breakdown: Yeji]
This brief breakdown is a simple yet emphatic expression of agreement and excitement, capturing the energy of the song without needing any elaborate lyrics.

[Chorus: Yeji, All, Ryujin, Lia]
In the final chorus, they emphasize that this golden glow continues to lead and inspire them, even in moments of closure or introspection. It’s about feeling vibrant and alive, day and night, as they celebrate their connection. The repetition of being “G-O-L-D” symbolizes a sense of unity and strength in their bond, reinforcing that this relationship is a source of light in their lives.