乘風破浪 승풍파랑
Meaning
"To ride the wind and break through the waves; it describes advancing toward a grand ambition by overcoming great challenges."
Hanja
乘風破浪
Pronunciation
승풍파랑
Learn with Music
Riding the Wind, Breaking the Waves (乘風破浪)
Study Material
Examples
A visionary entrepreneur decides to launch a tech startup during a major economic recession and market uncertainty.
The sky is tearing open tonight
오늘 밤 하늘이 열리고 있어
Heartbeat louder than the fear inside
내면의 두려움보다 더 크게 뛰는 심장 소리
No map, no rules, just burning light
지도는 없고 규칙도 없어 그저 타오르는 빛뿐
This is the moment we ignite
이것은 우리가 점화되는 순간
We were shadows chasing sparks
우리는 불꽃을 쫓는 그림자였지
Running through the dark
어둠 속을 달리고 달려
Every scar became a sign
모든 상처는 표식이 되었고
Every fall drew the line
모든 추락은 새로운 선을 그었어
Now the storm is calling names
이제 폭풍이 이름을 부르고 있어
And it’s calling ours
그리고 그건 우리의 이름이야
Hands up to the falling stars
떨어지는 별들을 향해 손을 들어
We don’t wait, we charge
우린 기다리지 않아 돌진할 뿐
Breath in, count it down
숨을 들이마시고 카운트다운을 시작해
Now or never, hear the sound
지금이 아니면 안 돼 이 소리를 들어봐
Riding the wind, breaking the waves
바람을 타고 파도를 헤치며
We don’t look back, we’re born this brave
우린 뒤돌아보지 않아 용감하게 태어났으니
Through the night, through the flames
밤을 지나 불길을 뚫고
We rise, we rise, yeah
우리는 솟아올라 솟아올라 그래
Riding the wind, breaking the waves
바람을 타고 파도를 헤치며
Every doubt is swept away
모든 의심은 휩쓸려 사라져
This is our time, this is our name
지금은 우리의 시간 우리의 이름
We rise, we rise
우리는 솟아올라 솟아올라
Footprints fading in the rain
빗속에 발자국은 희미해져 가지만
But the fire remains
불꽃은 여전히 남아있어
Every no just fed the fight
모든 거절은 투지를 불태웠고
Turned the wrong into our right
그릇된 것들을 우리의 정의로 바꿨지
If the world stands in our way
세상이 우리를 가로막는다 해도
We won’t change
우리는 변하지 않아
Feel it beating in your chest
가슴 속의 고동을 느껴봐
This is more than just a test
이것은 단순한 시험 그 이상이야
Step by step, no escape
한 걸음씩 피할 곳은 없어
Destiny is calling fate
운명이 숙명을 부르고 있어
Riding the wind, breaking the waves
바람을 타고 파도를 헤치며
We don’t look back, we’re born this brave
우린 뒤돌아보지 않아 용감하게 태어났으니
Through the night, through the flames
밤을 지나 불길을 뚫고
We rise, we rise, yeah
우리는 솟아올라 솟아올라 그래
Riding the wind, breaking the waves
바람을 타고 파도를 헤치며
Hear the crowd scream our names
우리 이름을 외치는 함성을 들어봐
This is our time, this is our name
지금은 우리의 시간 우리의 이름
We rise, we rise
우리는 솟아올라 솟아올라
If we fall, we fall forward
넘어진다면 앞으로 넘어질 거야
If we bleed, we bleed gold
피를 흘린다면 황금빛 피를 흘리겠지
Every dream gets heavier
모든 꿈은 더 무거워져
Right before it turns bold
용기로 변하기 바로 직전에
Say it now, say it loud
지금 말해 크게 외쳐
We’re unbreakable
우리는 무너뜨릴 수 없어
Riding the wind, breaking the waves
바람을 타고 파도를 헤치며
No more chains, no more shame
더 이상의 사슬도 수치심도 없어
From the dark to the stage
어둠에서 무대 위로
We rise, we rise
우리는 솟아올라 솟아올라
Riding the wind, breaking the waves
바람을 타고 파도를 헤치며
Every scar turns into faith
모든 상처는 믿음으로 변해
This beginning won’t fade
이 시작은 시들지 않아
We rise, we rise
우리는 솟아올라 솟아올라
Wind at our backs, fire in our veins
등 뒤의 바람 혈관 속의 불꽃
Riding the wind, breaking the waves
바람을 타고 파도를 헤치며
Summary
Seung-pung-pa-rang (乘風破浪) literally means 'riding the wind and breaking the waves.' It symbolizes the strong will to pursue one's grandest ambitions while fearlessly overcoming any obstacles that stand in the way.
Key Lessons
Great obstacles can serve as the very momentum needed to soar even higher.
True growth occurs when we face the rough seas rather than staying safely anchored in the harbor.
A clear sense of purpose is the most powerful weapon for overcoming adversity.
Origin & Background
Modern Application Examples
Situation
A visionary entrepreneur decides to launch a tech startup during a major economic recession and market uncertainty.
Action
They view the crisis as an opportunity, developing innovative solutions to unsolved problems and aggressively securing investment despite the climate.
Lesson
Wisdom and courage to ride the current of change, rather than blaming the environment, lead to a breakthrough.
Situation
A student experiences a major failure in a high-stakes exam and feels the urge to give up on their dreams entirely.
Action
They analyze the cause of the failure, accept their shortcomings, and set an even higher goal while studying with more intensity than ever before.
Lesson
A single setback is not the end, but a preparation phase for overcoming a much larger wave.
Situation
An individual feels pressured to remain silent about a sensitive social issue for fear of public backlash.
Action
Instead of yielding to fear, they bravely voice their convictions for the sake of truth and justice, ultimately persuading the public through integrity.
Lesson
The true value of leadership and conviction is proven when one stands firm against a powerful headwind.
English Vocabulary
ignite
불을 붙이다, 점화하다
"A single spark can ignite a whole forest."
charge
돌진하다, 공격하다
"The soldiers were ordered to charge the enemy line."
brave
용감한
"It was brave of her to speak up against the injustice."
swept away
휩쓸려 가다, 사라지다
"All his worries were swept away by the good news."
fade
희미해지다, 시들다
"Memories tend to fade as time goes by."
destiny
운명
"He felt that it was his destiny to become a doctor."
unbreakable
깨뜨릴 수 없는, 불굴의
"They shared an unbreakable bond of friendship."
bold
대담한, 용기 있는
"The designer made a bold choice with the bright colors."
scars
흉터, 상처
"The emotional scars from the accident took years to heal."
veins
혈관, 정맥
"Adrenaline was pumping through his veins during the race."
Learning Quiz
가사 중 'ignite'의 의미와 가장 가까운 것은 무엇인가요?
가사에서 'This is the moment we ignite'는 '우리가 타오르는(시작하는) 순간'을 의미하므로 '불을 지피다'가 적절합니다.
다음 중 'riding the wind, breaking the waves'가 상징하는 태도는?
바람을 타고 파도를 헤치는 것은 장애물을 뚫고 앞으로 나아가는 도전적인 자세를 의미합니다.
'Every doubt is swept away'에서 'swept away'의 뜻은?
'swept away'는 먼지나 의심 등이 깨끗이 치워지거나 휩쓸려 가는 것을 의미합니다.
'We were born this brave' 문장에서 'brave'의 품사는?
'brave'는 '용감한'이라는 뜻의 성질을 나타내는 형용사입니다.
가사에서 'If we fall, we fall forward'가 의미하는 바는?
넘어지더라도 뒤가 아닌 '앞으로' 넘어진다는 것은 실패 속에서도 전진하겠다는 강한 의지를 나타냅니다.
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Mood
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Energy
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About This Music
This track is an energetic K-Pop anthem that celebrates the courage to push through rough waves and forge ahead. From the opening, the intense beats and sophisticated synth sounds create a heart-pounding, heroic atmosphere filled with brightness and hope. The addictive hooks and powerful vocals effectively convey a relentless will to break through limits, giving listeners a sense of certain victory. It is the perfect cheering song, designed to breathe unstoppable energy into anyone facing a new beginning.
Musical Composition
🎸 Instruments
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🎤 Vocals
The track features refreshing and powerful male vocals, characterized by confident verses and high-pitched choruses that soar with clarity.
🎛️ Production
A polished and clean modern K-Pop production featuring a stadium-scale grand chorus and dynamic build-ups throughout the arrangement.
🌏 Cultural Elements
The song reinterprets the spirit of the four-character idiom 'Seung-pung-pa-rang' (Riding the Wind and Breaking the Waves) through modern K-Pop idol musical grammar, blending Eastern narrative themes with Western pop sounds.
📖 Music Glossary
A grand, hopeful song or hymn designed for many people to sing along to together.
💡 In this song: The victory-oriented atmosphere throughout the track and the sing-along chorus display a quintessential anthem style.
A section that gradually increases tension to lead into the highlight of the song, the chorus.
💡 In this song: Used in the pre-chorus to condense energy as the instrumentation becomes richer and more layered.
An intense sound using a synthesizer to play the primary melody line of a track.
💡 In this song: Bright and sharp synth sounds that form the main theme are placed at the forefront to enhance the song's modern feel.
A production technique of stacking multiple sounds on top of each other to create a richer texture.
💡 In this song: In the chorus, layers of synth pads and vocal harmonies are stacked to create a grand sound that feels like it's echoing in a stadium.
A section near the end of the song that shifts the mood and maximizes the impact of the final chorus.
💡 In this song: Appearing after the second chorus, it builds emotional intensity before transitioning into the final grand finale.
🎶 Similar Tracks
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A grand performance piece that combines confident energy and Eastern themes with modern beats.
Stray Kids - MIROH
Shares the relentless 'moving forward' lyrics, powerful synth sounds, and festival-like sing-along sections.
SEVENTEEN - HIT
Similar in its fast tempo, energetic beats, and explosive vocal energy that seeks to transcend limits.
MONSTA X - Fighter
A pop track with intense drums and rocky elements that evokes a fighting spirit geared toward victory.
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