aespa sheds ‘Metallic Flavor’ and releases new japanese track ‘KISS N TELL’. The title track is a house-based dance-pop genre featuring a blend of upbeat piano sounds and vibrant beats. Delicate chorus harmonies evoke a dreamy atmosphere, while the lively, bouncy lyrics express a deepening bond formed through sharing each other’s worries. 

Song Credits

  • Artist: aespa
  • Album: KISS N TELL
  • Released: July 24, 2026
  • Length: 2:46
  • Label: SM Entertainment
  • Lyricist: Mahiro
  • Composer: Alna Hofmeyr, David Wilson, Rollo

aespa “KISS N TELL” Official MV

aespa “KISS N TELL” Lyrics

Japanese

Ooh, ah

Come on, just say it, 秘密の girls talk
甘く bitter, 時々spicy
Every day 打ち明けてよ hush, hush
We can’t stop, ねえ ほら kiss and tell

Dee-da-da-dee
Dee-da-da-dee, ra
Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell

Eyes to eyes, be alright, ゆっくりでいい
ひとりきり 溜め込まないで
Easy にはいかない 恋模様 (様)
日常とか 未来の不安も

(Mhm) 困った, (Mhm) 時には
(Mhm) Don’t forget 味方だから

Come on, just say it, 秘密の girls talk
甘く bitter, 時々spicy
Every day 打ち明けてよ hush, hush
We can’t stop, ねえ ほら kiss and tell

(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell

終わらない secret time
お互いをわかり合う
絆 深まり, 結んでいく friendship
強くなるもっと
Oh, I’m gonna shout it

Come on, just
Come on, just say it

Come on, just say it, 秘密の girls talk (Ooh)
甘く bitter, 時々spicy
Every day 打ち明けてよ hush, hush
We can’t stop, ねえ ほら kiss and tell (Oh)

(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell

I wanna kiss and tell

Romanized

Ooh, ah

Come on, just say it, Himitsu no girls talk
Amaku bitter, tokidokispicy
Every day uchiakete yo hush, hush
We can’t stop, nē hora kiss and tell

Dee-da-da-dee
Dee-da-da-dee, ra
Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell

Eyes to eyes, be alright, yukkuride ī
Hitori kiri tamekomanaide
Easy ni wa ikanai koi moyō (You)
Nichijō toka mirai no fuan mo

(Mhm) komatta, (Mhm) tokiniha
(Mhm) Don’t forget mikatadakara

Come on, just say it, himitsu no girls talk
Amaku bitter, tokidokispicy
Every day uchiakete yo hush, hush
We can’t stop, nē hora kiss and tell

(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell

Owaranai secret time
Otagai o wakari au
Kizuna fukamari, musunde iku friendship
Tsuyokunaru motto
Oh, I’m gonna shout it

Come on, just
Come on, just say it

Come on, just say it, himitsu no girls talk (Ooh)
Amaku bitter, tokidokispicy
Every day uchiakete yo hush, hush
We can’t stop, nē hora kiss and tell (Oh)

(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell

I wanna kiss and tell

Translation

Ooh, ah

Come on, just say it, secret girls talk
Sweet and bitter, sometimes spicy
Confide in me every day, hush, hush
We can’t stop, hey look, kiss and tell

Dee-da-da-dee
Dee-da-da-dee, ra
Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell

Eyes to eyes, be alright, it’s okay to take it slow
Don’t bottle it all up by yourself
Love situations that don’t always go easily
Everyday routines and anxieties about the future too

(Mhm) Whenever you’re (Mhm) in trouble
(Mhm) Don’t forget, I’m right here on your side

Come on, just say it, secret girls talk
Sweet and bitter, sometimes spicy
Confide in me every day, hush, hush
We can’t stop, hey look, kiss and tell

(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell

Never-ending secret time
Understanding each other completely
Deepening bonds, tying together our friendship
Growing even stronger
Oh, I’m gonna shout it

Come on, just
Come on, just say it

Come on, just say it, secret girls talk (Ooh)
Sweet and bitter, sometimes spicy
Confide in me every day, hush, hush
We can’t stop, hey look, kiss and tell (Oh)

(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
(Ah) Dee-da-da-dee, ra
(Ooh) Dee-da-da-dee
I wanna kiss and tell

I wanna kiss and tell

aespa “KISS N TELL” Meaning

aespa’s “KISS N TELL” is a bright house-pop dance track about friendship, trust, and growing closer through honest conversations. Unlike aespa’s powerful and futuristic concepts, the song showcases a lighter and more playful side of the group.

The lyrics focus on sharing worries and secrets with someone you trust, highlighting how meaningful conversations can strengthen a relationship. As the members open up to one another, their bond deepens, creating a sense of comfort and connection.

With its upbeat piano-driven sound and dreamy harmonies, “KISS N TELL” captures the excitement of youthful friendships and the happiness of having someone who truly understands you.