CORTIS (코르티스) – TNT Lyrics | Romanized & Meaning

TNT

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CORTIS (코르티스) TNT lyrics romanization and English meaning
CORTIS TNT ignites raw ambition and unstoppable energy, celebrating a journey from humble roots to global stardom.

Release Date

June 9, 2026

Genre

K-pop / Hip Hop / Rock

Label

BIGHIT MUSIC

Composers / Lyricists

Supreme Boi, Thom Bridges, Slush Puppy, Zach Fogarty, 24KGoldn, 마틴 (Martin), Hiss noise, “hitman”bang, 건호 (Keonho), 성현 (Seonghyeon), 주훈 (Juhoon)

Participating Members

마틴 (Martin) 제임스 (James) 주훈 (Juhoon) 성현 (Seonghyeon) 건호 (Keonho)

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[FULL LYRICS – ROMANIZATION & ENGLISH ONLY]

English Translation
yeol-yeo-seot, yeo-jeon-hi mo-ji-ri
bang-gu-seok, mae-il bam da-seot cheol-bu-ji
seu-tyu-di-o-ui keom-teo ap, kkae-eo-nan DNA
noe-sin-gyeong-e bring the fire, ma-chi TNT
Sixteen, still a fool
In my room, every night five immature kids
Awakened DNA in front of the studio computer
Bring the fire to the brain, like TNT
pop out
CO2-e bu-reul kyeo, when I pop out
go-gae kka-ttak-geo-ril beol-seu, pit-jul ppa-ttak
han-bam pok-pal gat-eun drums
we gon rock out
we gon, we gon
Pop out
Light the fire on CO2, when I pop out
Nodding head verse, veins popping
Drums explode like midnight
We gon rock out
We gon, we gon
pumpin up, seo-ul-si
bam-sae-wo, si-na-wi
chu-meul chwo, sin-deul-lin
who we are? TNT
Pumpin up, Seoul city
All night, shamanic
Dance, possessed
Who we are? TNT
tell me, I got what u need (TNT)
dae-po jjik-deut jjik-eo hits (TNT)
ja-pyo jjik-go ba-ro ppang! (what you mean?)
i’m about to TNT (TNT)
Tell me, I got what u need (TNT)
Shoot hits like a cannon (TNT)
Mark the coordinates and bang! (What you mean?)
I’m about to TNT (TNT)
in-cheon-gong-hang, yeo-reo je-kyeo roof
gim-po-gong-hang, yeo-reo je-kyeo roof
3, 2, 1 i-jen geo-ui mi-sa-il
NY, LA, do-kyo, ba-da geon-neo hwi-ing
Incheon Airport, open the roof
Gimpo Airport, open the roof
3, 2, 1 now almost a missile
NY, LA, Tokyo, across the sea whoosh
and we pop out
CO2-e bu-reul kyeo, when I pop out
go-gae kka-ttak-geo-ril beol-seu, pit-jul ppa-ttak
han-bam pok-pal gat-eun drums
we gon rock out
we gon, we gon
And we pop out
Light the fire on CO2, when I pop out
Nodding head verse, veins popping
Drums explode like midnight
We gon rock out
We gon, we gon
pumpin up, seo-ul-si
bam-sae-wo, si-na-wi
chu-meul chwo, sin-deul-lin
who we are? TNT
Pumpin up, Seoul city
All night, shamanic
Dance, possessed
Who we are? TNT
tell me, I got what u need (TNT)
dae-po jjik-deut jjik-eo hits (TNT)
ja-pyo jjik-go ba-ro ppang! (what you mean?)
i’m about to TNT (TNT)
Tell me, I got what u need (TNT)
Shoot hits like a cannon (TNT)
Mark the coordinates and bang! (What you mean?)
I’m about to TNT (TNT)
🗣️ Practice Korean Words
철부지 (cheolbuji)
immature child
💡 Note: Describes an innocent, naive, or reckless youngster who has not yet gained the wisdom or experience of adulthood.
깨어난 (kkaeonan)
awakened
💡 Note: Poetically refers to a dormant quality, hidden talent, or inner potential that has suddenly been stimulated and brought to life.
핏줄 (pitjul)
blood vessel
💡 Note: Symbolizes a physical manifestation of intense passion, adrenaline, and maximum effort pulsing through the body.
폭발 (pokpal)
explosion
💡 Note: Metaphorically stands for a sudden, powerful release of creative energy, passion, or widespread artistic impact.
🎵 Song Meaning & Interpretation

The lyrics deliver an explosive, high-energy declaration of raw talent and ambition, tracing the journey from a cramped bedroom studio to the global stage. Looking back at their humble beginnings as immature sixteen-year-olds, the narrators celebrate the awakening of their musical DNA, comparing their creative drive to a chemical detonation. With pounding drums and reckless confidence, the track captures a relentless spirit that crosses international borders, determined to ignite the world like a massive sonic explosion.