Playground
K-12 Concepts Lyrics

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Lookin' back
인생은 별다를 거 없이
늘 비슷한 모양인 듯 해
놀이터에서 놀던 그때와 (na na na)

다시 또 lookin' back
언제나 늘 즐겁지마는
않았던 것 같은데 대체

왜 그리 좋았던 건지 (na na na)
이제는 나이를 먹은 나
그때와 뭐가 다른 게 없는 것 같아

올라갔다 미끄럼틀을 타고
내려오다 다쳐 울다가
털고 일어나 다시 한번 올라가
Playin' in a playground

Don't look back
언제나 사람들은 말해
앞만 보고 달리는 거래
내 생각은 좀 다른데 (na na na)
가끔은 옆 뒤 위 아래 다
봐주는 게 어때
안 그러다 사고 나니까
We got to look back on those days

올라갔다 미끄럼틀을 타고
내려오다 다쳐 울다가
털고 일어나 다시 한번 올라가
Playin' in a playground

잡혔다가 따라잡기도 하고
이겼다가 지기도 해

결국 웃잖아 맞잖아 life is like
Playin' in a playground

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of K-12 Concept's song "Playground" reflect on the nostalgia and innocence of childhood, contrasting it with the complexities and challenges of adult life. The song begins with the artist looking back on their childhood, stating that life seems to always be similar, with no major differences. They reminisce about the joy they experienced while playing at the playground, wondering why those moments were so cherished. As they have grown older, they find that nothing has changed from those carefree days.

The chorus emphasizes the importance of not always looking forward and running ahead, as society suggests. The artist expresses their different perspective, suggesting that sometimes it is beneficial to look around and observe what is happening in all directions. They highlight the potential dangers of not paying attention, noting that accidents can occur. The artist encourages people to reflect on the past, particularly the joyful and innocent days spent at the playground.

The bridge delves into the various experiences that can be encountered at the playground. From getting caught and chasing others to winning and losing, the artist acknowledges the ups and downs of life, ultimately stating that it is all a part of the journey and that laughter and pain coexist.

Overall, "Playground" serves as a reflection on the simplicity and happiness of childhood compared to the complexities and challenges of adulthood and encourages listeners to find joy and balance in both.

Line by Line Meaning

Lookin' back
Reflecting on past experiences

인생은 별다를 거 없이
Life is not much different

늘 비슷한 모양인 듯 해
It always seems the same

놀이터에서 놀던 그때와 (na na na)
Like when we used to play on the playground

다시 또 lookin' back
Once again, looking back

언제나 늘 즐겁지마는
Always not necessarily enjoyable

않았던 것 같은데 대체
But it feels like it was

왜 그리 좋았던 건지 (na na na)
Why was it so good?

이제는 나이를 먹은 나
Now, as I've grown older

그때와 뭐가 다른 게 없는 것 같아
It feels like there's nothing different from back then

올라갔다 미끄럼틀을 타고
Climbing up and sliding down the slide