Eighteen years since BIGBANG's debut, their music remains as popular as ever, standing the test of time and capturing the hearts of listeners of all ages. Their evergreen hits like 'Lies,' 'Haru Haru,' ‘Bang Bang Bang,’ 'Fantastic Baby,' among others, continue to be celebrated as K-pop anthems. Beyond their catchy beats and iconic performances, what sets BIGBANG apart are their lyrics—often profound, introspective, and relatable—that continue to touch hearts and minds.
Let’s take a look at ten memorable quotes from BIGBANG’s lyrics that have resonated deeply with fans around the world.
1. “LOSER, LONER, A COWARD WHO PRETENDS TO BE TOUGH, A MEAN DELIQUENT, IN THE MIRROR, YOU’RE JUST A LOSER” – [LOSER]
2. “IF FORGETTING ME WILL GIVE YOU FREEDOM, BABY TELL ME GOODBYE” – [TELL ME GOODBYE]
3. “I HAVE SO MANY DAMN THINGS TO DO, BUT I HAVE NOTHING THAT I WANT TO DO" – [SOBER]
4. “LOVE THAT I THOUGHT WOULD LAST FOREVER HAS SET, NOW EVEN MY FRIENDS ARE LEAVING BECAUSE I’M GETTING OLDER, I GUESS I’M BECOMING AN ADULT” – [LAST DANCE]
5. “I MAY SEEM LIKE I’M DYING BUT I WON’T DIE, I WON’T ESCAPE THE OTHER’S EYES AND HIDE” – [STILL ALIVE]
6. “I’M LOOKING AT HER, GETTING FARTHER AWAY, SHE BECOMES A SMALL DOT AND THEN DISAPPEARS” – [IF YOU]
7. “I’M SICK OF CRYING SO I TRIED SMILING, BUT NO ONE RECOGNIZES ME” – [LOSER]
8. “A LIFE WITHOUT YOU IS LIKE AN IMPRISONMENT FOR LIFE, AN EXTINCTION FROM THE WORLD, YOUR EXISTENCE IS A CHRONIC DISEASE, A REPITITION OF PAIN” – [MONSTER]
9. “TIMES THAT I WAS SO HAPPY EVEN WITHOUT ANYTHING, IT SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY BUT I CAME TOO FAR, I DON’T REMEMBER IT ANYMORE” – [LAST DANCE]
10. “IF YOU WANT TO LEAVE, I UNDERSTAND I’LL SCATTER FLOWERS ON THE ROAD YOU’LL WALK ON BUT IF YOU EVER MISS, ME PLEASE COME BACK AND PLEASE LOVE ME AGAIN” – [FLOWER ROAD]
These quotes are just a glimpse of the brilliance of BIGBANG’s lyrics. They are not just words set to music; they are a reflection of the human experience, resonating deeply with fans who feel a profound connection. It's as if the songs are speaking directly to us, capturing themes of love, loss, self-doubt, and celebration. BIGBANG’s ability to connect with listeners on an emotional level is what makes their lyrics truly quote-worthy.