NCT JNJMs I.D.O.L. bursts with the confidence of a global pop star. The song is part of the album Both Sides. Lyricists like Benley (UP) and Jimmy Burney write words that mix bravado with direct address.
Released: February 23, 2026
I.D.O.L.
Nct Jnjm • From “Both Sides”
I.D.O.L. Lyrics Translation (from “Both Sides”)
The performer builds the story around specific images like a genie in a lamp and a show window. One line states, ‘I’ll show you every side of me, like a show window.’ He talks about a busy schedule and a unique wit to create a complete idol persona.
Ayy, let me see you do it when that bass dropAyy, let me see you do it when that bass drops.
I-D-O-LI-D-O-L.
Maebeon dallajineun concept, ahThe concept changes every single time, ah.
Be my guest, you’re the VIPBe my guest, you’re the VIP.
Yes, let’s get itYes, let’s get it.
From the East side to the West sideFrom the East side to the West side,
They love me, love me, nan worldwidethey love me, love me, I’m worldwide.
Naege eoullineun title (Uh-uh-uh)It’s the title that fits me perfectly (Uh-uh-uh),
Nega baraewatdeon idol (Uh-uh-uh)the idol you’ve always wanted (Uh-uh-uh).
From the North side to the South sideFrom the North side to the South side,
Modu V sign, nan jom dalla (Yeah; Oh, yeah)everyone’s flashing a V sign, but I’m a bit different (Yeah; Oh, yeah).
Bet you already knewBet you already knew,
Baby, nan neomanui idolbaby, I’m your one and only idol.
I-D-O-L, namdareun witI-D-O-L, I’ve got a unique wit.
Namdareun co-stars, namdareun fitUnique co-stars and a unique fit.
Nae siganeun different, tempoga fastestMy time is different, and the tempo’s the fastest.
Tto seukejureun bizz but I always keep it chill (Shh)My schedule’s busy, but I always keep it chill (Shh).
Uh, wonhandamyeon bet, betUh, if you want it, let’s bet, bet.
I could be your genie in the lamp, lampI could be the genie in your lamp, lamp.
Pose flash, flash, flashPose for the flash, flash, flash.
I said pose flash, I know you like thatI said pose for the flash, I know you like that.
Neon maeiri kkumkkuneun geonman gatgetji (Okay)Every day must feel like a dream to you (Okay).
Malman hae doeeojulge your fantasy (Alright)Just say the word, and I’ll fulfill your fantasy (Alright).
Boyeojulge all my sides, show window, three-six-fiveI’ll show you every side of me, like a show window, three-six-five.
Gyeolguge neon ppajyeodeulgeol (Let’s bring it back)In the end, you’re going to fall deep for me (Let’s bring it back).
From the East side to the West sideFrom the East side to the West side,
They love me, love me, nan worldwidethey love me, love me, I’m worldwide.
Naege eoullineun title (Uh-uh-uh)It’s the title that fits me perfectly (Uh-uh-uh),
Nega baraewatdeon idol (Uh-uh-uh)the idol you’ve always wanted (Uh-uh-uh).
From the North side to the South sideFrom the North side to the South side,
Modu V sign, nan jom dalla (Yeah; Oh, yeah)everyone’s flashing a V sign, but I’m a bit different (Yeah; Oh, yeah).
Bet you already knewBet you already knew,
Baby, nan neomanui idolbaby, I’m your one and only idol.
Shawty, I’m your number one (Ayy)Shawty, I’m your number one (Ayy).
Naegen ajik not enough (Brr, brr)It’s still not enough for me (Brr, brr).
Iksukae saekdareun geo (Yeah)I’m used to things being fresh and new (Yeah).
When I do it like that, know you like it like thatWhen I do it like that, I know you like it like that.
Ppeonhan geon ppaen daeum saeroun geollo (geollo)I’ll skip the obvious and go with something new (something new).
Mudae wi spotlight, checkin’ it more (Ah)I’m checking the spotlight on stage even more (Ah).
Georeotji jeonbu neol wihaeseoI’ve staked everything just for you.
That’s that, that’s that perfect loveThat’s that, that’s that perfect love.
Neon maeiri kkumkkuneun geonman gatgetji (Okay)Every day must feel like a dream to you (Okay).
Malman hae doeeojulge your fantasy (Alright)Just say the word, and I’ll fulfill your fantasy (Alright).
Ppajyeodeureo, deep inside, naraneun paradiseFall deep inside, into the paradise that is me.
Wonhamyeon da gajyeo nae mameun already, it’s yours (Let’s bring it back; Yuh)Take it all if you want, my heart’s already yours (Let’s bring it back; Yuh).
From the East side to the West sideFrom the East side to the West side,
They love me, love me, nan worldwidethey love me, love me, I’m worldwide.
Naege eoullineun title (Uh-uh-uh)It’s the title that fits me perfectly (Uh-uh-uh),
Nega baraewatdeon idol (Uh-uh-uh)the idol you’ve always wanted (Uh-uh-uh).
From the North side to the South sideFrom the North side to the South side,
Modu V sign, nan jom dalla (Yeah; Oh, yeah)everyone’s flashing a V sign, but I’m a bit different (Yeah; Oh, yeah).
Bet you already knewBet you already knew,
Baby, nan neomanui idolbaby, I’m your one and only idol.
Nuga mworaedoNo matter what anyone says,
I’m your favorite goatI’m your favorite ‘G.O.A.T.’ or Greatest of All Time.
Nareul mideojwoJust believe in me,
Huhoe ttawin eopseul geoyabecause there won’t be any regrets.
Mwodeun neoramyeonIf it’s for you, I’ll do anything,
Boyeojulge daI’ll show you everything.
Neoreul wihan showThis is a show just for you,
Shining so bright (Let’s bring it back)and it’s shining so bright (Let’s bring it back).
From the East side to the West side (Ayy, ayy)From the East side to the West side (Ayy, ayy),
They love me, love me, nan worldwide (Ayy, ayy)they love me, love me, I’m worldwide (Ayy, ayy).
Naege eoullineun title (Uh-uh-uh)It’s the title that fits me perfectly (Uh-uh-uh),
Nega baraewatdeon idol (Uh-uh-uh)the idol you’ve always wanted (Uh-uh-uh).
From the North side to the South side (Ayy, ayy)From the North side to the South side (Ayy, ayy),
Modu V sign, nan jom dalla (Yeah; Oh, yeah)everyone’s flashing a V sign, but I’m a bit different (Yeah; Oh, yeah).
Bet you already knewBet you already knew,
Baby, nan neomanui idolbaby, I’m your one and only idol.
I.D.O.L. Music Video
This is a track that thrives on high-energy charm. The translation of I.D.O.L. lyrics celebrates the glamour and global appeal of pop stardom.