“Whiplash” is an electrifying track by the South Korean girl group aespa, known for their unique blend of pop and electronic sounds. Released as part of their highly anticipated album, the song showcases aespa’s signature style, characterized by powerful vocals, catchy melodies, and innovative production.
The title track “Whiplash” is an intense and fast-paced dance song characterized by powerful bass and house beats. The lyrics express aespa’s bold charm, as they confidently move forward on their own terms, breaking boundaries and changing the game wherever they go. The minimalistic track and addictive topline are delivered with the members’ cool and distinctive vocals, adding to the listening experience.
Song Credits
- Song: “Whiplash”
- Artist: aespa
- Album: 5th EP “Whiplash”
- Vocal: Karina, Winter, Giselle, Ningning
- MV Release date: October 21, 2024
- Album Release date: October 21, 2024
- Composition: Marcus “MarcLo” Lomax, Neil Ormandy, Rosina “Soaky Siren” Russell, Lewis Jankel
- Lyrics: Leslie (XYXX)
- Arrangement: Lewis Jankel, Neil Ormandy
- Agency: SM Entertainment
- Distributor: Kakao Entertainment
aespa “Whiplash” Official MV
aespa “aespa “Whiplash” Lyrics” Official MV
| aespa – Whiplash | aespa – Whiplash (Romanized) | aespa – Whiplash (English Translated) |
|---|---|---|
| [Intro: Ningning] Yeah [Chorus: Karina, Giselle] One look, give ’em whiplash Beat drop with a big flash 집중해, 좀 더 think fast 이유 넌 이해 못 해, uh 왜 이제야, know I did that, uh Day one, know I been bad, uh Don’t stop, 흔들린 채 무리해도 can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Refrain: Winter, Ningning] Under pressure, body sweating, can you focus? (Yeah) 어디서나 거침없어, I’m the coldest 오직 나만이 이 판을 바꿀 changer Just close your eyes, breathe in and visualize [Chorus: Karina, Ningning, Winter] One look, give ’em whiplash Beat drop with a big flash 집중해, 좀 더 think fast 이유 넌 이해 못 해, uh 왜 이제야, know I did that (Yeah) Day one, know I been bad Don’t stop, 흔들린 채 (Yeah) 무리해도 can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Post-Chorus: Giselle, Winter, Ningning, Karina] Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash One look, give ’em whiplash [Verse: Ningning] Fancy 이건 참 화려해 It’s glowing and it’s flashy (Yeah) 알아 적당함이 뭔지 keep it classy 따라 하지 넌 또 하나부터 열까지 (Yeah) 아닌척하지, yeah [Refrain: Giselle, Winter] Under pressure, body sweating, can you focus? (Hoo) I deliver, I can promise, I’m the coldest (Cold) 외면해도 소용없지, don’t you blow it Just close your eyes, breathe in and visualize [Pre-Chorus: Ningning, Karina] 시작되는 순간 끝나버린 판단 기횐 오직 one time, unforgettable 찾아낸 the right light, 사라지지 않아 눈에 새긴 one time, unforgettable [Chorus: Winter, Giselle] One look, give ’em whiplash (Shee) Beat drop with a big flash 집중해, 좀 더 think fast 이유 넌 이해 못 해, mm 왜 이제야, know I did that (Yeah) Day one, know I been bad, uh Don’t stop, 흔들린 채 (Yeah) 무리해도 can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Bridge: Ningning, Winter, Giselle] I’m the highlight, 비춰 red light Yeah, tonight, it’s all ’bout me (All about me) You know it’s my site, 거친 next sigh 만들어갈 history [Chorus: Giselle, Karina, Ningning] One look, give ’em whiplash (Uh, wee; whip-whip) Beat drop with a big flash (Yeah) 따라와 어서 move fast (Move, move, move) 이유 넌 이해 못 해, uh (Yeah) 왜 이제야, know I did that (Yeah; did that) Day one, know I been bad, uh (Been bad) Don’t stop, 흔들린 채 (Yeah; woo) 다가와도 can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Post-Chorus: Winter, Ningning, Giselle, Karina] Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash [Outro: All] One look, give ’em whiplash | [Intro: Winter] Yeah [Chorus: Karina, Giselle] One look, give ’em whiplash Beat drop with a big flash Jipjunghae jom deo think fast Iyu neon ihae mot hae, uh Wae ijeya, know I did that, uh Day one, know I been bad, uh Don’t stop, heundeullin chae Murihaedo can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Refrain: Winter, Ningning] Under pressure, body sweating, can you focus? (Yeah) Eodiseona geochimeopseo, I’m the coldest Ojik namani i paneul bakkul changer Just close your eyes, breathe in and visualize [Chorus: Karina, Ningning] One look, give ’em whiplash Beat drop with a big flash Jipjunghae jom deo think fast Iyu neon ihae mot hae, uh Wae ijeya, know I did that, uh (Yeah) Day one, know I been bad Don’t stop, heundeullin chae (Yeah) Murihaedo can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Post-Chorus: Giselle, Ningning, Winter, Karina] Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, one look, give ’em whiplash [Verse: Ningning] Fancy, igeon cham hwaryeohae It’s glowing and it’s flashy (Yeah) Ara jeokdanghami mwonji keep it classy Ttara haji neon tto hanabuteo yeolkkaji (Yeah) Anincheokaji, yeah [Refrain: Giselle, Winter] Under pressure, body sweating, can you focus? (Hoo) I deliver, I can promise, I’m the coldest (Cold) Oemyeonhaedo soyongeopji don’t you blow it? Just close your eyes, breathe in and visualize [Pre-Chorus: Ningning, Karina] Sijakdoeneun sungan kkeunnabeorin pandan Gihoen ojik one time, unforgettable Chajanaen the right light, sarajiji ana Nune saegin one time, unforgettable [Chorus: Winter, Giselle] One look, give ’em whiplash (Sheesh) Beat drop with a big flash Jipjunghae jom deo think fast Iyu neon ihae mot hae (Mm) Wae ijeya, know I did that (Yeah) Day one, know I been bad, uh (Yeah) Don’t stop, heundeullin chae Murihaedo can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Bridge: Ningning, Winter] I’m the highlight, bichwo red light Yeah, tonight It’s all about me (All about me) You know it’s my site, geochin next sigh Mandeureogal history [Chorus: Giselle, Karina] One look, give ’em whiplash (Whip-whip) Beat drop with a big flash (Yeah) Ttarawa eoseo move fast (Move, move, move) Iyu neon ihae mot hae, uh (Yeah) Wae ijeya, know I did that (Did that) Day one, know I been bad (Been bad) Don’t stop, heundeullin chae (Yeah) Dagawado can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Post-Chorus: Winter, Ningning, Giselle, Karina, *All*] Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, *one look, give ’em whiplash* | [Intro: Ningning] Yeah [Chorus: Karina, Giselle] One look, give ’em whiplash Beat drop with a big flash C’mon, focus, think fast They’re reasons you’ll never understand, uh Why at last, know I did that, uh Day one, know I been bad, uh Don’t stop, still shook Goin’ too hard, yet, can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Refrain: Winter, Ningning] Under pressure, body sweating, can you focus? (Yeah) Wherever I am can’t stop me, I’m the coldest I’m the only game changer bringin’ the new era Just close your eyes, breathe in and visualize [Chorus: Karina, Ningning] One look give ’em whiplash Beat drop with a big flash C’mon, focus, think fast They’re rеasons you’ll never understand, uh Why at last, know I did that, uh Day onе, know I been bad Don’t stop, still shook Goin’ too hard, yet can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Post-Chorus: Giselle, Ningning, Winter, Karina] Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, one look, give ’em whiplash [Verse: Ningning] Fancy, this so glitzy It’s glowing and it’s flashy (Yeah) Keep it just right, I know it, keep it classy Cats gon’ copy one idea, two, then the whole look (Yeah) Then deny it (Yeah) [Refrain: Giselle, Winter] Under pressure, body sweating, can you focus? (Hoo) I deliver, I can promise, I’m the coldest (Cold) Head in the sand won’t solve it, don’t you blow it Just close your eyes, breathe in and visualize [Pre-Chorus: Ningning, Karina] The moment it begins Verdict is in Opportunity knocks just one time, unforgettable I found the right light, won’t go gentle into the night Etched in my eyes one time, unforgettable [Chorus: Winter, Giselle] One look give ’em whiplash (Sheesh) Beat drop with a big flash C’mon, focus think fast They’re reasons you’ll never understand (Mm) Why at last, know I did that (Yeah) Day one, know I been bad, uh (Yeah) Don’t stop, still shook Goin’ too hard, yet can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Bridge: Ningning, Winter] I’m the highlight, shine the red light Yeah, tonight It’s all about me (All about me) You know it’s my site, next sigh so heavy We be writin’ history [Chorus: Giselle, Karina] One look give ’em whiplash (Whip-whip) Beat drop with a big flash (Yeah) C’mon keep up, move fast (Move, move, move) They’re reasons you’ll never understand Why at last, know I did that (Did that) Day one know I been bad (Been bad) Don’t stop, still shook (Yeah) Even it be incomin’ can’t touch that (Can’t touch that) [Post-Chorus: Winter, Ningning, Giselle, Karina, *All*] Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, whip-whiplash Whip-whiplash, *one look, give ’em whiplash* |
aespa “Whiplash” Meaning
“Whiplash” by aespa is a dynamic anthem of confidence, showcasing their independence and power to reshape the world around them. The song explores themes of individuality and the intense, whirlwind nature of relationships, symbolized by the term “whiplash,” which reflects the back-and-forth dynamic. Ningning’s verse adds a playful edge, acknowledging the inevitable imitation that comes with being a trendsetter.
With bold vocals, a pulsating EDM beat, and lyrics that emphasize their self-assurance, aespa immerses listeners in their world, leaving a lasting impact. As trendsetters and innovators, they declare their unstoppable momentum, challenging others to keep up with their relentless pace and unwavering self-belief.
Netizen’ comments:
- It’s a pretty good way to end a successful year and also serves as Supernova’s nice little successor. The spoken chorus works well in the song, maybe cause I prefer these kinds of choruses in a dance beat like this or Supernova (or like Beautiful Liar by Generations or even Gambler by Monsta X), since the combo seem to blend well together. But it’s still good, I liked it.
- Strongly agree on the “remove the bear and there is no song left” argument. The build-up to the second chorus is the highlight of the song for me and I wish they had utilized that melodic singing a little more throughout the track, especially at the end!! Still, this is a solid track but it’s very different for an aespa title, which I don’t mind.
- this song is amazing, the vocals, the production, solid 9 to me.
- You haven’t truly experienced this song until you play it in car speakers. I love the song (granted not as much as Supernova) but it reminds me of recession pop era music & the recent popularization of techno house especially Charlie xcx’s Von Dutch (it’s weirdly both minimalistic but has a maximalist flair?) Also, this album is SO SM, especially Kill It (I heard influences from SHINee’s b-sides like ‘Area’, EXO’s Damage, NCT’s Skyscraper). I agree I would’ve loved a more fleshed out chorus, but it’s still a banger in my opinion, and I love it so much
- Really like this song! Definitely my cup of tea and I’m glad aespa are releasing songs like these since they suit this sound so well. Love the instrumental and the pre-choruses (?)/the vocal parts! Only thing I would’ve wished for is an even harder hitting instrumental at the end but eh, the song is also amazing as it is.
Source: StayFreeRadio