TIME MACHINE Lyrics (Romanized) – 이도(ONEUS)

TIME MACHINE Lyrics (Romanized) by 이도(ONEUS) is a new korean song by 이도(ONEUS). The track is officially released on the ONEUS YouTube channel, written by LEE DO (이도), HWAN WOONG (환웅) and 코코두부아빠 (CocoDubuPapa). While no specific producer is listed, the track presents a polished, emotionally resonant sound typical of ONEUS’s expressive style. The song delivers a dreamlike and nostalgic atmosphere, blending modern pop with romantic, airy synths and gentle rhythmic layers.

The lyrics of “TIME MACHINE” center around longing, romantic nostalgia, and the desire to relive cherished memories with someone special. The song reflects on fleeting moments that left a deep emotional impact, expressed through poetic metaphors like fireworks, waves, and time machines. Through a mix of Korean and Japanese lyrics, ONEUS paints a vivid emotional journey where love is both a present joy and a past memory worth returning to. The recurring motif of a time machine represents the artist’s wish to go back and preserve those intimate moments forever.

TIME MACHINE Details

Song	TIME MACHINE
Artists	이도(ONEUS)
Written By	LEE DO (이도), HWAN WOONG (환웅) & 코코두부아빠 (CocoDubuPapa)
Label	ONEUS
Language	Japanese
Released Date	Apr 29, 2025

TIME MACHINE (Romanized) Lyrics

[Intro]
Yeah, I wanna go back
Tell me, see you (Hoo)
Oh, yeah-eh, oh-oh-oh
Uh, yeah

[Verse 1]
Ima, kono tokimeki o
Oh, tonight, yeah, oh, tonight, yeah, baby
Saikō ni amai dreaming (Woo)
Oh, tonight, yeah
Kun to me ga au ready

[Pre-Chorus]
Suzushī nami no oto
Nagare ni mi o yudane
It’s loving, loving (Ooh)
Hi ga noboru tell me, love (Ooh-ooh)
If you tell me love, we’ll shine
I want you to be mine, it’s loving, loving you

[Chorus]
Oh, baby, takanaru get high
Tokimeku kokoro alright (Woo)
I wanna do (Do), it’s you (Yeah, yeah)
Me ga atta sono shunkan
Ni nin dake no jikan (Ooh, wee)
I wanna do (Do), it’s you (Yeah)

[Post-Chorus]
Ti-ti-time machine (Uh), ti-time machine
Ti-ti, ti-ti-time machine
It’s you
Ti-ti-time machine (Go back), ti-time machine (Yeah, yeah)
Ti-ti, ti-ti-time machine
It’s you

[Verse 2]
Kun wa hanabi no yō ni (Uh)
Hajikeru sono miryoku de apīru, feeling so good like a jelly (Woo)
Koi no uta mitai ni hibiku holding (Yeah)
Isshun de kieru kaori setsuna i
Chikazuku hodo muchū nina ru
Kun to itakara yokatta
Kokoro bloom tomerarenakatta

[Pre-Chorus]
Suzushī nami no oto
Nagare ni mi o yudane
It’s loving, loving (Ooh)
Hi ga noboru tell me, love (Ooh-ooh)
If you tell me love, we’ll shine
I want you to be mine, it’s loving, loving you

[Chorus]
Oh, baby, takanaru get high
Tokimeku kokoro alright (Woo)
I wanna do (Do), it’s you (Yeah, yeah)
Me ga atta sono shunkan
Ni nin dake no jikan (Ooh, wee)
I wanna do (Do), it’s you (Yeah)

[Bridge]
Oh, you and I, chikazuku shunkan, ah-ah
You know, nothing can hinder our time (Time)
Until the sun rises and shines upon me (Uh)
Nani mo nakatta boku o kaetekureta (Uh, uh)
Kun ni chikau kono mainichi o (Ooh)
Go back

[Chorus]
Oh, baby, takanaru get high (Oh-oh)
Tokimeku kokoro alright (Woo)
I wanna do (Do), it’s you (Yeah, yeah)
Me ga atta sono shunkan
Ni nin dake no jikan (Ooh, wee)
I wanna do (Do), it’s you (Yeah)

[Post-Chorus]
Ti-ti-time machine (Uh), ti-time machine
Ti-ti, ti-ti-time machine
It’s you
Ti-ti-time machine (Go back), ti-time machine (Yeah, yeah)
Ti-ti, ti-ti-time machine
It’s you

TIME MACHINE Lyrics Meaning

[Intro]
In the intro, 이도 sets a reflective and yearning tone, with a desire to “go back.” The brief phrases and sigh-like vocalizations echo a deep emotional pull toward the past, hinting at regrets or treasured memories the speaker wants to relive. It introduces the time-travel motif that ties the song together emotionally and thematically.

[Verse 1]
Here, 이도 blends romantic excitement with dreamlike imagery, emphasizing the sweetness of the present moment. Using Japanese, the lyrics convey how a single look shared between two people can feel electrifying and meaningful. It signals the start of a dream—the kind of moment one would want to capture and revisit over and over.

[Pre-Chorus]
This section evokes a serene setting by the sea, where the artist metaphorically surrenders to the gentle current of love. The rhythm of the waves mirrors the rhythm of affection—natural, calming, and powerful. The desire to belong to the other person and the hope to “shine” together underscore the intimate and trusting nature of the relationship.

[Chorus]
The chorus elevates the emotion with high energy and a pulse-racing excitement that love brings. 이도 expresses how a simple, shared gaze becomes a portal into a world where only the two of them exist. The repetition of “I wanna do, it’s you” reinforces the certainty and singularity of affection, while the soaring delivery reflects a high of emotional intensity.

[Post-Chorus]
This part introduces the symbolic “time machine,” representing both the desire to return to special moments and the magical quality of love that defies time. Its rhythmic chant and repetitive phrasing mimic the mechanical, pulsing nature of a time machine while also emphasizing the emotional heartbeat of the song.

[Verse 2]
The second verse compares the person to a firework—vibrant and fleeting—highlighting the bittersweet beauty of temporary moments. 이도 explores the intoxicating effect this person has on him, from their scent to their smile, all of which leave lasting impressions. The lines reveal how deeply the experience changed him, making the memory all the more cherished.

[Pre-Chorus]
A mirrored version of the earlier pre-chorus, this time the sun is setting instead of rising. It symbolizes the passage of time, reinforcing the cyclical nature of love and memories. The romantic longing deepens, reflecting a desire to hold onto what’s slipping away.

[Chorus]
Repeated with more urgency and emotional weight, this chorus builds upon the earlier one, emphasizing the deepening bond and emotional resonance of the shared moment. The repetition continues to symbolize time looping around these unforgettable experiences.

[Bridge]
In the bridge, the lyrics reveal how transformative the relationship has been. 이도 recalls being changed by the person he loves, with a solemn vow to cherish every day moving forward. The dreamlike tension of time being both fleeting and eternal peaks here, as he commits to a love that transcends obstacles.

[Chorus]
The final chorus blends previous themes—romantic high, connection through eye contact, and the desire for time to stop—into a climactic expression of devotion. It acts as a sonic and emotional culmination of everything that came before.

[Post-Chorus]
Ending on the “time machine” refrain, the song circles back to its core metaphor. It leaves listeners with the impression of a looping memory, where love lives on in the past, present, and desired future—all encapsulated in the desire to “go back.”

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