Hooligan Lyrics [Korean]
[Refrain]
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
We pop out, we actin' a fool again (Ooh)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan (Ooh)
[Chorus]
Why this bassline slappin' so rude?
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
[Verse 1]
Man, I'm 'bout to blow a fuse (Yeah)
통제불능, 머리 춤 (Yeah)
뛰어 미친놈인 듯 (Uh)
Me everywhere, 얼쑤
Somebody move (Move), somebody move (Move)
다들 모여 하나 둘 (둘)
I can never ever choose, yeah (Yeah!)
Every one o' you a muse
[Pre-Chorus]
Crowd lookin' like a campus
Beat drop, 우린 dancin'
[Refrain]
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
We pop out, we actin' a fool again
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
[Chorus]
Why this bassline slappin' so rude?
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
[Verse 2]
I go cuckoo crazy, loco, save me, woo
Like El Cucuy, 굳이 말 안 해도 알잖아, woo
Hooligan, like hooligan, 때려 부숴 like hooligan
시간 됐으니 좀 비켜 좀, all clear 이상 무
Take you out, take you out
What's the future? Where's the now?
This is international
Make it unforgettable
[Refrain]
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
We pop out, we actin' a fool again (Ooh)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan (Ooh)
[Bridge]
Yeah, we the mess, gonna get a bigger mop here (Bigger mop)
This that K, gotta get a better pop here (Better pop)
You gon' hear this one playin' 'round the clock, yeah ('Round the clock)
'Round the clock, clock, clock, clock
[Chorus]
Why this bassline slappin' so rude?
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
Why this bassline slappin' so rude?
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
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Hooligan Lyrics [English]
[Refrain]
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
We pop out, we actin’ a fool again (Ooh)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan (Ooh)
[Chorus]
Why this bassline slappin' so rude?
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin’ hooligan
[Verse 1]
Man, I'm 'bout to blow a fuse (Yeah)
Out of control, hairography (Yeah)
Jumping like a crazy guy (Uh)
Me everywhere, eolssu!
Somebody move (Move), somebody move (Move)
Gather around, one, two (Two)
I can never ever choose, yeah (Yeah!)
Every one o' you a muse
[Pre-Chorus]
Crowd lookin' like a campus
Beat drop, we're dancin'
[Refrain]
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
We pop out, we actin’ a fool again
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin’ hooligan
[Chorus]
Why this bassline slappin' so rude?
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin’ hooligan
[Verse 2]
I go cuckoo crazy, loco, save me, woo
Like El Cucuy, you already know without me saying it, woo
Hooligan, like hooligan, break it down like hooligan
The time has come, please get out of the way, all clear, all clear
Take you out, take you out
What's the future? Where's the now?
This is international
Make it unforgettable
[Refrain]
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
We pop out, we actin’ a fool again (Ooh)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan (Ooh)
[Bridge]
Yeah, we the mess, gonna get a bigger mop here (Bigger mop)
This that K, gotta get a better pop here (Better pop)
You gon' hear this one playin' 'round the clock, yeah ('Round the clock)
'Round the clock, clock, clock, clock
[Chorus]
Why this bassline slappin' so rude?
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
Why this bassline slappin' so rude?
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
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Hooligan Lyrics [Romanized]
[Refrain]
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
We pop out, we actin' a fool again (Ooh)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan (Ooh)
[Chorus]
Why this bassline slappin' so rude
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed
Hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
[Verse 1]
Man, I'm 'bout to blow a fuse
Tongjebulneung, meori chum
Ttwieo michinnomin deut
Me everywhere, eolssu
Somebody move
Somebody move
Dadeul moyeo hana dul
I can never ever choose
Every one o' you a muse
[Pre-Chorus]
Crowd lookin' like a campus
Beat drop urin dancin'
[Refrain]
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
We pop out, we actin' a fool again
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
[Chorus]
Why this bassline slappin' so rude?
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
[Verse 2]
I go cuckoo crazy, loco, save me, woo
Like El Cucuy, gudi mal an haedo aljana, woo
Hooligan, like hooligan
Ttaeryeo buswo like hooligan
Sigan dwaesseuni jom bikyeo jom
All clear isang mu
Take you out, take you out
What's the future? Where's the now?
This is international
Make it unforgettable
[Refrain]
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
We pop out, we actin' a fool again (Ooh)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan (Ooh)
[Bridge]
Yeah, we the mess, gonna get a bigger mop here (Bigger mop)
This that K, gotta get a better pop here (Better pop)
You gon' hear this one playin' 'round the clock, yeah ('Round the clock)
'Round the clock, clock, clock, clock
[Chorus]
Why this bassline slappin' so rude?
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
Why this bassline slappin' so rude?
Drop it lower than chopped and screwed (Screwed, screwed, screwed)
Ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha-ha, hooligan
Watch this, watch this beat goin' hooligan
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Hooligan Song Meaning [BTS]
“Hooligan” arrives as a high-energy pop release from BTS’s 2026 album "ARIRANG", blending global club influences with the group’s signature performance-driven identity. Released under BIGHIT MUSIC and HYBE, the track brings together an international production team to craft a rhythm-heavy anthem built for movement, rebellion, and collective energy.
Song Meaning
The opening refrain immediately establishes the song’s core identity: a celebration of chaos within music. The repeated invocation of “hooligan” reframes the word from something destructive into something liberating. Here, it represents the uninhibited energy that emerges when music takes over. The group positions themselves not as rule-breakers for the sake of rebellion, but as performers channeling raw, contagious excitement.
As the chorus kicks in, the focus shifts to the physicality of sound. The emphasis on the bassline reflects how music can override thought and pull listeners into instinctive movement. References to slowed, distorted production styles hint at global hip-hop and club culture influences, suggesting that the track is rooted in a worldwide sonic language. This is less about lyrics and more about sensation—how rhythm alone can command a room.
In the first verse, the narrative becomes more personal and visual. The imagery of losing control, combined with references to dance and crowd interaction, captures the experience of being on stage and feeding off audience energy. The idea that every person becomes a “muse” subtly acknowledges the relationship between artist and fan, where inspiration flows both ways. It’s a moment of mutual creation rather than one-sided performance.
The pre-chorus sharpens that connection by turning the crowd into a unified space, almost like a shared campus of energy and expression. The beat drop becomes a symbolic trigger—once it hits, individuality dissolves into collective movement. This reflects BTS’s long-standing emphasis on community, where concerts become emotional gatherings rather than just shows.
In the second verse, the tone intensifies with references to unpredictability and larger-than-life presence. The mention of mythical or cultural figures suggests a transformation into something almost legendary when performing. There’s also a subtle commentary on global reach, with the track positioning itself as an international moment. The question of future versus present hints at living fully in the now, especially within the fleeting but powerful experience of music.
The bridge introduces a layer of self-awareness. Acknowledging chaos as a “mess” that requires a bigger response suggests that the group embraces their overwhelming impact. Instead of toning it down, they amplify it. The repetition of time-related imagery reinforces the idea that this energy is constant, looping, and inescapable—designed to stay with listeners long after the track ends.
Emotional Core and Themes
“Hooligan” thrives on controlled chaos, freedom of expression, and the unifying power of music. It transforms rebellion into joy, positioning uninhibited movement as a form of connection rather than disruption.
Connection with Listeners
The track resonates through its emphasis on shared energy, turning listeners into participants. It captures the feeling of losing yourself in music while being part of something bigger.
Conclusion
“Hooligan” stands as a testament to BTS’s ability to translate performance energy into recorded form. It’s not driven by narrative complexity but by emotional immediacy—an invitation to embrace chaos, movement, and collective release. In doing so, it reinforces the group’s global identity as artists who don’t just create music, but experiences.
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ARIRANG (2026) [Tracklist]
- Body to Body
- Hooligan
- Aliens
- FYA
- 2.0
- No. 29 (Instrumental)
- SWIM
- Merry Go Round
- NORMAL
- Like Animals
- they don’t know ’bout us
- One More Night
- Please
- Into the Sun
Song Details
Song Name: Hooligan
Artist: BTS
Album: ARIRANG (2026)
Lyricist: Jung Kook, RM, j-hope, SUGA, El Guincho, Michel Magne, Fakeguido, MarcLo, Eskeerdo, Delacey, Jasper Harris, Derrick Milano, Pdogg & Kirsten Spencer
Producers: Jasper Harris, El Guincho & Fakeguido
Genre: Pop
Language: English
Label: BIGHIT MUSIC & HYBE
Released: March 20, 2026
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[Disclaimer: Lyrics are for educational and entertainment purposes only. All rights belong to the original owners.]
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