Introduction
Band QWER has made a dynamic comeback with their 2nd mini album, “Algorithm’s Blossom,” released on the 23rd. The album’s title track, “My Name Is Malguem,” has been accompanied by a music video that captures the essence of the band’s youthful spirit. The video, starting with a candid shot of member Hina, paints a vibrant picture of the group’s daily life, interwoven with emotional and visually stunning scenes. The song itself is a delightful blend of piano and guitar, with lyrics that convey a hopeful message. The creative collaboration with (G)I-DLE’s Soyeon on the track’s writing, composing, and arranging has resulted in a track that resonates with listeners and stands out on the album.
“Algorithm’s Blossom” not only marks a new chapter for QWER but also highlights their musical evolution. The album, with “My Name Is Malguem” at its core, features a total of eight tracks that encapsulate the group’s growth and artistic maturity. Each song on the album contributes to the narrative of QWER’s journey, making “Algorithm’s Blossom” a compelling listen for both new and existing fans.
Translation
| Original | Translation | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 어쩌다 고작 그 마음도 못 참고 | 1 | Why can’t I even hold back that heart. |
| 2 | 멍청하게 다 던졌는지 | 2 | Perhaps they were foolishly thrown away. |
| 3 | 3 | ||
| 4 | 뭔가 들켜 버린 것 같아 | 4 | It seems like something has been discovered. |
| 5 | 표정을 보니 말이야 | 5 | Look at your expression |
| 6 | 나도 티가 나버린 고백에 | 6 | I was also clearly confessed |
| 7 | 얼마나 놀랐는지 몰라 | 7 | I don’t know how surprised. |
| 8 | 매일 치는 장난에도 두근댔고 | 8 | I joke around every day |
| 9 | 오늘도 몇 번이고 떨렸지만 | 9 | Although I have been nervous several times today. |
| 10 | 약속했어 날 안아줘 좀 알아줘 | 10 | I promised you to hug me and understand me. |
| 11 | 이건 꿈에서만 하기야 | 11 | This can only be done in dreams. |
| 12 | 12 | ||
| 13 | 무심코 던진 니 말에 하루 종일 설레어 간직했다 | 13 | The words I unintentionally said made my heart skip a beat all day |
| 14 | 아무도 못 보게 일기장에 적어 단단히 잠궜었는데 | 14 | In order to prevent anyone from seeing it, I kept it locked tightly in my diary. |
| 15 | 15 | ||
| 16 | 어쩌다 고작 그 마음도 못 참고 | 16 | Why can’t I even hold back that heart. |
| 17 | 멍청하게 다 던졌는지 | 17 | Perhaps they were foolishly thrown away. |
| 18 | 꾹꾹 참고 또 꼭꼭 숨겨서 | 18 | Endure it and hide it tightly again |
| 19 | 이제까지 잘해 왔잖아 | 19 | So far, it has been done very well. |
| 20 | 20 | ||
| 21 | 그러다 고작 울음도 못 참고 | 21 | But I can’t even hold back my tears. |
| 22 | 괜찮다 말하며 두 눈은 | 22 | It’s okay, just keep your eyes open |
| 23 | 퉁퉁 붓고 코맹맹이가 되어도 난 | 23 | Even if the nose is swollen and the face is swollen |
| 24 | 내일은 맑음 | 24 | Tomorrow is sunny. |
| 25 | 예전처럼 옆에서 밥 먹어도 | 25 | Even if we eat next to each other like before. |
| 26 | 우연히 눈이 살짝 마주쳐도 걱정 마 | 26 | Don’t worry even if you accidentally make eye contact |
| 27 | 날 안아줘 아니 사랑해줘 | 27 | Embrace me, no, love me. |
| 28 | 이건 꿈에서만 하니까 | 28 | This is only done in dreams. |
| 29 | 29 | ||
| 30 | 무심코 던진 니 말에 하루 종일 설레어 간직했다 | 30 | The words I unintentionally said made my heart skip a beat all day |
| 31 | 아무도 못 보게 꼬깃꼬깃 구겨 씹어 다 삼켰었는데 | 31 | In order not to be seen by anyone, he wrinkled and chewed it down. |
| 32 | 32 | ||
| 33 | 어쩌다 고작 그 마음도 못 참고 | 33 | Why can’t I even hold back that heart. |
| 34 | 멍청하게 다 던졌는지 | 34 | Perhaps they were foolishly thrown away. |
| 35 | 꾹꾹 참고 또 꼭꼭 숨겨서 | 35 | Endure it and hide it tightly again |
| 36 | 이제까지 잘 해 왔잖아 | 36 | So far, it has been done very well. |
| 37 | 37 | ||
| 38 | 그러다 | 38 | then |
| 39 | 고작 울음도 못 참고 | 39 | I can’t even hold back my tears |
| 40 | 괜찮다 말하며 두 눈은 | 40 | It’s okay, just keep your eyes open |
| 41 | 퉁퉁 붓고 코맹맹이가 되어도 난 | 41 | Even if the nose is swollen and the face is swollen |
| 42 | 42 | ||
| 43 | 사실 나 | 43 | Actually, I |
| 44 | 아주 오래 울 것 같아 | 44 | It seems like they will cry for a long time. |
| 45 | 고작 친구도 못 되니까 | 45 | Because they are not even friends. |
| 46 | 툭툭 털고 활짝 웃을 만큼 | 46 | Clap and clap, laugh heartily |
| 47 | 나는 그리 강하지가 않아 | 47 | I’m not that strong. |
| 48 | 48 | ||
| 49 | 그러다 | 49 | then |
| 50 | 고작 사랑이 뭐라고 | 50 | What is love |
| 51 | 괜찮다 말하는 날까지 | 51 | Until the day when it was said it was okay |
| 52 | 꾹꾹 참고 또 일기나 쓰고 있어 나 | 52 | Suppressing myself, I am writing a diary again. |
| 53 | 내 이름 맑음 | 53 | My name is Qing |
Meaning
QWER – My Name Is Malguem lyrics describe a situation where the singer is struggling with their feelings for someone, unable to express their love, and feeling the pain of unrequited emotions. They are trying to hide their feelings but find it increasingly difficult to do so. Despite the heartache, they attempt to maintain a facade of being okay, even though they feel anything but fine. The song captures the emotional vulnerability and the difficulty of dealing with unexpressed love.
- Hidden Emotions: The narrator has been hiding their feelings carefully, using metaphors like writing their feelings in a diary and locking it up so no one could see. They have been trying to act normally around their crush, despite their heart racing with every interaction.
- Confession and Regret: The narrator impulsively confesses their feelings, perhaps regretting it because they feel it was stupid and premature. They reflect on how they had managed to hide these feelings well until now.
- Emotional Vulnerability: After confessing, the narrator experiences a flood of emotions, including fear, excitement, and regret. They worry about how this will affect their relationship and their own emotional state, indicated by crying and trying to assure themselves that they’ll be fine.
- Uncertain Future: Despite their emotional upheaval, they hold onto a glimmer of hope and determination, hoping things will get better. They remind themselves that they will try to stay positive, even if it’s just pretending for now.