Like OOH-AHH – English Lyrics

• By: TWICE
• Album: What is Love?

Lyrics & Translation

Dive into the vibrant world of K-pop with TWICE's debut hit, "Like OOH-AHH"! This energetic and catchy track is a fantastic entry point for anyone looking to explore the Korean language through music. Its clear pronunciation and repetitive, yet engaging, chorus make it perfect for picking up new vocabulary and phrases, especially expressions related to feeling excited or wanting something special. The song's playful lyrics and dynamic delivery will not only get you moving but also immerse you in the youthful and confident charm that defines TWICE's signature sound. Learn Korean the fun way by singing along to this iconic debut!

[English]

People just can’t leave me alone

Not for a single moment

I’m so pretty

I make everyone so smitten

No matter which way I go

The floors are all red

Like walking down the red carpet

Everyone is staring at me oh

Some people ask “who’s your mama?”

They take a fresh approach

But I don’t feel a thing

But I want to love somebody

Wanna fall in love Baby

Listen up my boy

I’m waiting for someone who can make me feel

Something like never before

(That’s who I’m waiting for)

I’ll wait no matter how long it takes

I just wanna fall in love

Keep me still

Make me like Ooh Ahh Ooh Ahh

Fake, fake, an empty-hearted fake

Goodbye and good riddance huh

(Like OOH-AHH)

Make me speechless

Make me like Ooh Ahh Ooh Ahh

Bla La La La stop talking, start doing

Make me feel Huh

(Like OOH-AHH)

Look at me and see me again

Pass by once and look back (TWICE)

Wherever I go, I go without makeup

But I’m the one who shines the most

Flat shoes can’t hide my high value

Movie-like scenes run through my head La La La

Just thinking about it makes me excited yeah

Now I want to love somebody

Wanna fall in love Baby

Listen up my boy

I’m waiting for someone who can make me feel

Something like never before

(That’s who I’m waiting for)

I’ll wait no matter how long it takes

I just wanna fall in love

Keep me still

Make me like Ooh Ahh Ooh Ahh

Fake, fake, an empty-hearted fake

Goodbye and good riddance huh

(Like OOH-AHH)

Make me speechless

Make me like Ooh Ahh Ooh Ahh

Bla La La La stop talking, start doing

Make me feel Huh

(Like OOH-AHH)

Don’t wanna start with just anybody

I’m not the kind of girl who gives herself away so easily

...

Let me see

How you gon treat me

I ain’t no easy

Better think about it TWICE

Let me see

How you gon treat me

I ain’t no easy

Better think about it TWICE

Keep me still

Make me like Ooh Ahh Ooh Ahh

Fake, fake, an empty-hearted fake

Goodbye and good riddance huh

(Like OOH-AHH)

Make me speechless

Make me like Ooh Ahh Ooh Ahh

Bla La La La stop talking, start doing

Make me feel Huh

(Like OOH-AHH)

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
people /ˈpiːpəl/ A1	noun - human beings in general or considered collectively
love /lʌv/ A1	noun - an intense feeling of deep affection verb - to feel deep affection for someone
make /meɪk/ A2	verb - to cause to exist or happen; to create
waiting /ˈweɪtɪŋ/ B1	verb - to stay in a place until an expected event happens
excited /ɪkˈsaɪtɪd/ B1	adjective - very enthusiastic and eager
fake /feɪk/ B2	adjective - not genuine; counterfeit verb - to make something appear to be something it is not
moment /ˈmoʊmənt/ B1	noun - a very brief period of time
somebody /ˈsʌmbədi/ A2	pronoun - an unspecified person
staring /ˈstɛrɪŋ/ B1	verb - to look fixedly or vacantly at someone or something
shine /ʃaɪn/ B2	verb - to emit light; to be bright
treat /triːt/ B2	verb - to behave toward someone in a certain way
high /haɪ/ A2	adjective - of great vertical extent
value /ˈvæljuː/ B2	noun - the importance, worth, or usefulness of something
empty-hearted /ˈɛmpti ˈhɑːrtɪd/ C1	adjective - lacking emotion or compassion
speechless /ˈspiːtʃləs/ B2	adjective - unable to speak, especially as a result of shock or strong emotion

Key Grammar Structures

• I am so pretty

  ➔ Present simple with 'be' + adjective

  ➔ It describes a current state of being, indicating the speaker's self-perception.

• I'll wait no matter how long it takes

  ➔ Future simple with 'will' + base verb + regardless of duration using 'no matter how long'

  ➔ Expresses a willingness to wait regardless of the duration, emphasizing determination.

• Keep me still

  ➔ Imperative form with 'Keep' + object pronoun + adjective

  ➔ A command urging someone to remain still or unmoved.

• Make me speechless

  ➔ Imperative form with 'Make' + object + base verb

  ➔ A command to cause someone to become unable to speak due to surprise or admiration.

• Let me see

  ➔ Imperative sentence with 'Let' + pronoun + base verb

  ➔ Used to request permission or to suggest allowing oneself to observe or understand something.

• Better think about it TWICE

  ➔ Comparative adjective + verb phrase, emphasizing careful consideration

  ➔ An urging to reconsider or be more cautious before making a decision.

• Don’t wanna start with just anybody

  ➔ Contraction of 'do not' + verb 'want' + infinitive phrase

  ➔ Expresses a desire not to begin a relationship or conflict with just anyone.