About the Song
《DDU-DU DDU-DU》 is a bold declaration of power and confidence by BLACKPINK, marking a decisive shift toward a darker, more commanding sound. Released in 2018 as part of the mini album SQUARE UP, the track blends trap-influenced beats with sharp hip-hop elements, amplifying the group’s image of unapologetic dominance and self-assurance. Crafted by hitmaker TEDDY alongside 24, R.Tee, and bekuhBOOM, the song pairs minimal yet explosive production with lyrics that turn bravado into attitude. Backed by YG Entertainment, 《DDU-DU DDU-DU》 stands as a defining moment that cemented BLACKPINK’s global presence, transforming confidence into a statement that resonates far beyond the stage.
[FULL LYRICS – ROMANIZATION & ENGLISH ONLY]
English Translation
cha-kan eol-gu-re geu-reo-chi mo-tan tae-do
ga-nyeo-rin mom-mae sok ga-ryeo-jin vol-yu-meun du bae-ro
geo-chim-eop-si jik-jin gu-ji bo-jin an-chi nun-chi
black ha-myeon pink u-rin ye-ppeu-jang-han sa-bee-ji
ga-nyeo-rin mom-mae sok ga-ryeo-jin vol-yu-meun du bae-ro
geo-chim-eop-si jik-jin gu-ji bo-jin an-chi nun-chi
black ha-myeon pink u-rin ye-ppeu-jang-han sa-bee-ji
With a sweet face but an attitude that can’t be tamed, my body is dangerous, and my volume is turned up double. I move forward without hesitation, not caring about what others think. When we wear black, we bring out the pink, making us a beautiful contradiction.
won-hal ttaen dae-no-ko ppaet-ji
neon mwol hae-do kal-lo mul be-gi
du so-nen ga-deu-kan fat check
gung-geu-ma-myeon hae-bwa fact check
neon mwol hae-do kal-lo mul be-gi
du so-nen ga-deu-kan fat check
gung-geu-ma-myeon hae-bwa fact check
When I want something, I go all out to get it. No matter what you do, you can’t escape my grasp. My hands are full of fat checks, and if you’re curious, go ahead and fact check.
nun no-pin kkok-dae-gi
mul man-nan mul-go-gi
jom dok-hae nan toxic
you hok-hae i’m foxy
mul man-nan mul-go-gi
jom dok-hae nan toxic
you hok-hae i’m foxy
My gaze is sharp and focused, like a fish in water. I’m a bit addictive and toxic, but you can’t resist because I’m foxy.
du beon saeng-gak-hae
heun-han nam-deul-cheo-reom cha-kan cheo-geun mot ha-ni-kka
chak-kak-ha-ji ma
swip-ge u-seo-ju-neun geon nal wi-han geo-ya
heun-han nam-deul-cheo-reom cha-kan cheo-geun mot ha-ni-kka
chak-kak-ha-ji ma
swip-ge u-seo-ju-neun geon nal wi-han geo-ya
Think twice before you act. I’m not like those ordinary guys who pretend to be nice. Don’t be mistaken; my easy smile is just a facade to protect myself.
a-jik-eun jal mo-reu-get-ji
gu-ji won-ha-myeon test me
neon bul bo-deu-si ppeon-hae
man-ma-nan geol won-haet-da-myeon
gu-ji won-ha-myeon test me
neon bul bo-deu-si ppeon-hae
man-ma-nan geol won-haet-da-myeon
You probably don’t know me well yet. If you really want to, test me. You’re as obvious as a flame, and if you wanted something ordinary, you should have looked elsewhere.
oh wait til’ i do what i do
hit you with that ddu du ddu du du
hit you with that ddu du ddu du du
ji-geum nae-ga geo-reo-ga-neun geo-rin
hit you with that ddu du ddu du du
hit you with that ddu du ddu du du
ji-geum nae-ga geo-reo-ga-neun geo-rin
Oh, wait until I do what I do. I’ll hit you with that ddu du ddu du du. I’ll hit you with that ddu du ddu du du. Right now, I’m walking my own path.
blackpink 4 way sa-geo-ri
dong-seo-nam-buk sa-bang-eu-ro run it
neo-ne beo-ket-li-seu ssak da i bought it
neol dang-gi-neun geot-do meol-li mil-chi-neun geot-do
dong-seo-nam-buk sa-bang-eu-ro run it
neo-ne beo-ket-li-seu ssak da i bought it
neol dang-gi-neun geot-do meol-li mil-chi-neun geot-do
BLACKPINK is at the four-way intersection, running in all directions. I bought everything on your bucket list. Whether I’m pulling you in or pushing you away, it’s all part of the game.
je-meot-dae-ro ha-neun bad girl
jot-geon si-reo-ha-geon nu-ga mwo-ra ha-deon
when the bass drop it’s another banger
du beon saeng-gak-hae
jot-geon si-reo-ha-geon nu-ga mwo-ra ha-deon
when the bass drop it’s another banger
du beon saeng-gak-hae
I’m a bad girl who does what she wants. Whether people like it or not, when the bass drops, it’s another hit. Think twice before you act.
heun-han nam-deul-cheo-reom cha-kan cheo-geun mot ha-ni-kka
chak-kak-ha-ji ma
swip-ge u-seo-ju-neun geon nal wi-han geo-ya
a-jik-eun jal mo-reu-get-ji
chak-kak-ha-ji ma
swip-ge u-seo-ju-neun geon nal wi-han geo-ya
a-jik-eun jal mo-reu-get-ji
I’m not like those ordinary guys who pretend to be nice. Don’t be mistaken; my easy smile is just a facade to protect myself. You probably don’t know me well yet.
gu-ji won-ha-myeon test me
neon bul bo-deu-si ppeon-hae
man-ma-nan geol won-haet-da-myeon
oh wait til’ i do what i do
neon bul bo-deu-si ppeon-hae
man-ma-nan geol won-haet-da-myeon
oh wait til’ i do what i do
If you really want to, test me. You’re as obvious as a flame, and if you wanted something ordinary, you should have looked elsewhere. Oh, wait until I do what I do.
hit you with that ddu du ddu du du
hit you with that ddu du ddu du du
what you gonna do
when i come come through
hit you with that ddu du ddu du du
what you gonna do
when i come come through
I’ll hit you with that ddu du ddu du du. I’ll hit you with that ddu du ddu du du. What you gonna do when I come through?
with that that uh uh huh
what you gonna do
when i come come through
with that that uh uh huh
what you gonna do
when i come come through
with that that uh uh huh
With that, that uh uh huh. What you gonna do when I come through with that, that uh uh huh.
tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo like fire
tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo like fire
tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo like fire
tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo like fire
tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo like fire
tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo like fire
tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo tteu-geo-wo like fire
It’s hot, hot, hot like fire. It’s hot, hot, hot like fire. It’s hot, hot, hot like fire. It’s hot, hot, hot like fire.
hit you with that ddu du ddu du du
I’ll hit you with that ddu du ddu du du.
🗣️ Practice Korean Words
착각하지 마
(chak-gak-ha-ji ma)
Don’t be mistaken
💡 Note: A warning not to misunderstand or misinterpret someone’s intentions.
만만한
(man-man-han)
Easy to handle
💡 Note: Refers to someone perceived as being easy to deal with or push around.
제멋대로
(je-meot-dae-ro)
In one’s own way
💡 Note: Describes doing something exactly as one pleases, without caring about others’ opinions.
꼭대기
(kkok-dae-gi)
Top or summit
💡 Note: Symbolizes being at the highest point of success or social status.
🎵 Song Meaning & Interpretation
The song represents unshakable confidence and a refusal to conform to others’ expectations of being traditionally “nice.” It emphasizes a powerful presence that can be both alluring and dangerous, warning others not to mistake their occasional kindness for weakness or a submissive attitude.
