Seulgi’s “Baby, Not Baby” is a confident song about embracing affection in a relationship while refusing to be treated as an innocent or submissive “baby”. It signifies maturity, autonomy, and staying true to herself—loving you, but not being your passive “baby”.

Song Credits

  • Artist: Seulgi (Red Velvet)
  • Album: Accidentally On Purpose
  • Released: March 10, 2025
  • Length: 3:14
  • Label: SM Entertainment
  • Lyricist: Kenzie
  • Producer: Erick Serna
  • Composers: Stela Cole, Becca Krueger, Charlie Snyder, Erick Serna

Seulgi “Baby, Not Baby” Official MV

Seulgi “Baby, Not Baby” Lyrics

Hangul

초점 흔들어버린
사진을 더 좋아해 Likin’ likin’
순한 말투 난 그냥 하는 건데
그게 더 Rare해서 독특하대나

Calling me a baby
그런 면 있지
한 Tempo 달리
반응하는 것까지
Oops! I did, I did it again

I’m dangerous 난해한 척
난 억지로 그런 체할
필요도 없지만
눈이 반짝할 널 설레게 할
It’s so fun to show me now
and watch you fall in l-l-love

I’m your Baby, Not Baby
(Nah nah)
널 깜짝 놀래킬
애기보단 별난 녀석
I’m your Baby, Not Baby
(Uh I’m so xxxx sorry)
다 아마도 펄쩍 뛰겠지
그래도 후횐 없을걸

Maybe,
Accidentally on purpose
온도는 급격히 바뀌고 있어
헷갈리다가 넌
다시 고개 한번 갸웃
아하 이젠 고갤 끄덕

It goes A to B to 3 and 4
쉬워 보인 규칙의 반전
나를 알수록 Feeling the
core core core core core

I’m innocent and so perfect
No 그런 건
한 번도 의식해 본 적 없어
내 모습대로
꾸밀 필요조차 없는걸
It’s so fun to show me now
and watch you fall in l-l-love

I’m your Baby, Not Baby
(Nah nah)
널 깜짝 놀래킬
애기보단 별난 녀석
I’m your Baby, Not Baby
(Uh I’m so xxxx sorry)
다 아마도 펄쩍 뛰겠지
그래도 후횐 없을걸

네가 날 선택했듯이
너에게 달려갈 거야
알아갈 새로움에도
익숙했던 그 모든 틀에도
내가 있고 또한 내가 없는걸
두 손으로 천천히 그리겠어
나를 Lalala lalala lala 빛나

I’m your Baby, Not Baby
(Nah nah)
널 깜짝 놀래킬
애기보단 별난 녀석
(I’m your Baby, Not)
I’m your Baby, Not Baby
(Uh I’m so xxxx sorry)
다 아마도 펄쩍 뛰겠지
그래도 후횐 없을걸

I’m your Baby, Not Baby
그냥 내 사랑을 믿어
I’m your Baby, Not Baby
그냥 내 모습을 믿어
I’m your Baby, Not Baby
마냥 아이 같은 얼굴
I’m your Baby, Not Baby
그 너머의 단단함을 봐

Romanized

Chojeom heundeureobeorin
Sajineul deo joahae likin’, likin’
Sunhan maltu nan geunyang haneun geonde
Geuge deo rarehaeseo dokteukadaena
Calling me a baby, geureon myeon itji
Han tempo dalli, baneunghaneun geotkkaji
Oops, I did, I did it again

I’m dangerous (Dangerous), nanhaehan cheok
Nan eokjiro geureon chehal pillyodo eopjiman
Nuni banjjakal (banjjakal), neol seollege hal
It’s so fun to show me now and watch you fall in lo-lo-love

I’m your baby, not baby (Nah, nah, ha-ha)
Neol kkamjjak nollaekil, aegibodan byeollan nyeoseok
I’m your baby, not baby (Uh, I’m so f—, sorry, ah)
Da amado peoljjeok ttwigetji
Geuraedo huhoen eopseulgeol

Maybe, accidentally on purpose
Ondoneun geupgyeoki bakkwigo isseo
Hetgallidaga neon dasi gogae hanbeon gyaut
Uh-huh, ijen gogael kkeudeok
It goes A to B to three and four
Swiwo boin gyuchigui banjeon
Nareul alsurok feeling the core, core, core, core, core

I’m innocent and so perfect
No, geureon geon han beondo uisikae bon jeok eopseo
Nae moseupdaero, kkumil pillyojocha eomneungeol
It’s so fun to show me now and watch you fall in lo-lo-love

I’m your baby, not baby (Nah, nah, ha-ha)
Neol kkamjjak nollaekil, aegibodan byeollan nyeoseok
I’m your baby, not baby (Uh, I’m so f—, sorry, ah)
Da amado peoljjeok ttwigetji
Geuraedo huhoen eopseulgeol

Nega nal seontaekaetdeusi (seontaekaetdeusi)
Neoege dallyeogal geoya (neoege dallyeogal geoya)
Aragal saeroumedo
Iksukaetdeon geu modeun teuredo
Naega itgo ttohan naega eomneungeol
Du soneuro cheoncheonhi geurigesseo
Nareul la-la-la, la-la-la, la-la, binna

I’m your baby, not baby (Ah, ah-ah; Nah, nah, ha-ha)
Neol kkamjjak nollaekil, aegibodan byeollan nyeoseok (Yeah, yeah; I’m your baby, not)
I’m your baby, not baby (Uh, I’m so f—, sorry, ah)
Da amado peoljjeok ttwigetji (Oh)
Geuraedo huhoen eopseulgeol

I’m your baby, not baby
Geunyang nae sarangeul mideo (Ooh, ah)
I’m your baby, not baby
Geunyang nae moseubeul mideo (Ooh, ah)
I’m your baby, not baby
Manyang ai gateun eolgul (Ooh, ah)
I’m your baby, not baby (Oh)
Geu neomeoui dandanhameul bwa (Ooh, ah)

Translation

Blurred out focus
I like that photo better, likin’, likin’
My gentle tone just comes naturally
It’s more rare, so I stand out apparently
Calling me a baby, there’s that side to me
Like a tempo, reacting differently
Oops, I did, I did it again

I’m dangerous (Dangerous), pretending to be complex
I don’t need to force myself to fake it
Your eyes will sparkle (Sparkle), I’ll make you thrilled
It’s so fun to show me now and watch you fall in lo-lo-love

I’m your baby, not baby (Nah, nah, ha-ha)
You’ll be shocked, more odd than a baby
I’m your baby, not baby (Uh, I’m so f—, sorry, ah)
Everyone will probably jump in surprise
But I do have no regrets

Maybe, accidentally on purpose
The temperature’s swinging massively
I feel confused and you tilt your head again
Uh-huh, now you nod your head
It goes A to B, to three and four
It’s a twist of a rule that seemed so easy
The more you get to know me, feeling the core, core, core, core, core

I’m innocent and so perfect
No, I’ve never once considered these things
It’s just the way I am, no need to dress up even
It’s so fun to show me now and watch you fall in lo-lo-love

I’m your baby, not baby (Nah, nah, ha-ha)
You’ll be shocked, more odd than a baby
I’m your baby, not baby (Uh, I’m so f—, sorry, ah)
Everyone will probably jump in surprise
But I do have no regrets

Just as you chose me (Chose me)
I’ll run towards you (I’ll run towards you)
In all the new things to discover
And all the familiar frames
I am here, yet I am not
Slowly with both hands I’ll paint
Myself, la-la-la, la-la-la, la-la, I shine

I’m your baby, not baby (Ah, ah-ah; Nah, nah, ha-ha)
You’ll be shocked, more odd than a baby (Yeah, yeah; I’m your baby, not)
I’m your baby, not baby (Uh, I’m so f—, sorry, ah)
Everyone will probably jump in surprise (Oh)
But I do have no regrets

I’m your baby, not baby
Just trust in my love (Ooh, ah)
I’m your baby, not baby
Just trust in who I am (Ooh, ah)
I’m your baby, not baby
It’s just a child-like face (Ooh, ah)
I’m your baby, not baby (Oh)
Look at the strength beyond that (Ooh, ah)

Seulgi “Baby, Not Baby” Meaning

Seulgi’s “Baby, Not Baby,” from her EP Accidentally On Purpose, is a bold statement about love, maturity, and self-identity. The song explores the balance between affection and independence, making it clear that while she can love deeply, she refuses to be reduced to a passive or innocent “baby” in a relationship.

The lyrics highlight a key contrast: being a lover versus being controlled. Lines like “I’ll always be your baby, but I’m no longer a baby” emphasize emotional closeness while rejecting any expectation of naivety or submission. This reflects a mature perspective on love one that values equality and self-respect.

Another major theme is confidence and autonomy. Seulgi presents herself as a complex and self-assured figure, breaking away from traditional roles often assigned in relationships. The song’s slightly dark, edgy tone reinforces this image, suggesting a persona that is both alluring and unpredictable rather than soft or one-dimensional.

Musically, “Baby, Not Baby” blends a catchy pop sound with a sophisticated and slightly eerie atmosphere, enhancing its message of rebellion against expectations. Through this track, Seulgi showcases a more daring and empowered side, redefining what it means to love while staying true to oneself.