Aespa, a South Korean girl group under SM Entertainment, consists of members Karina, Giselle, Winter, and Ningning. The group started in November 2020 and became well-known for mixing digital avatars with live shows. Their name blends the words “avatar” and “experience,” showing their fresh take on music.
The group’s first song, “Black Mamba,” set new records for K-pop debut views. Their music, including “Next Level” and “Savage,” has done very well, with “Savage” ranking high on the Billboard 200. Their success grew, with Girls selling a million copies in week one. They released Armageddon in May 2024. They’ve won many awards and become key players in K-pop.
About the Song
Aespa released “Supernova” on May 13, 2024, as the main track from their first album Armageddon.
The song mixes dance and pop with strong beats, taking notes from Afrika Bambaataa’s “Planet Rock.” The lyrics talk about space and change. The song topped the charts in South Korea and won two MAMA Awards in 2024.
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Album’s Name | Armageddon |
| Release Date | May 13, 2024 |
| Writers | KENZIE (KOR), Parisalexa & Dem Jointz |
| Producers | Dem Jointz |
Supernova Lyrics by Aespa
Original Lyrics by Aespa
Intro: Karina
I’m like some kind of supernova
Watch out
Verse 1: Ningning, Karina
Look at me go
Jaemi jom bol bichui core
So hot, hot
Muni yeollyeo seoroui jonjaereul neukkyeo
Machi Discord
Nal dalmeun neo neo nuguya
Drop
Refrain: Winter, Ningning, Giselle
Sageoneun dagawa ah, oh, ayy
Geosege keojyeoga ah, oh, ayy
That tick, that tick, tick bomb
That tick, that tick, tick bomb
Gamhi geondeuriji mothal geol nugudo mariya
Jigeum nae aneseon su, su, su, supernova
Chorus: All, Winter
Nova
Can’t stop hyperstellar
Woncho geugeol chaja
Bring the light of a dying star
Bulleonaen nae ujureul bwa bwa
Supernova
Verse 2: Karina, Giselle, (Winter)
Ah, body bang
Make it feel too right
Hwipsseullin eneoji it’s so special
Janinhan queen imyeo scene ija jonggyeol
Itorok geodaehan nae anui explosion
Nae modeun sepo byeollobuteo mandeureojyeo
(Under my control, ah)
Refrain: Ningning, Karina
Jilmuneun gyesokdwae ah, oh, ayy
Urin eodiseo wanna oh, ayy
Neukkyeo nae aneseon su, su, su, supernova
Chorus: All, Ningning
Nova
Can’t stop hyperstellar
Woncho geugeol chaja
Bring the light of a dying star
Bulleonaen nae ujureul bwa bwa
Supernova
Bridge: Winter, Giselle, Ningning
Boiji anneun himeuro nege son naemireo bolkka
Ganeunghan modeun ganeungseong muhan sogui neoreul manna
It’s about to bang-bang
Don’t forget my name
Refrain: Karina, All
Su, su, su, supernova
Sageoneun dagawa ah, oh, ayy
Geosege keojyeoga ah, oh, ayy
Jilmuneun gyesokdwae ah, oh, ayy
Urin eodiseo wanna oh, ayy
Sageoneun dagawa ah, oh, ayy
Geosege keojyeoga ah, oh, ayy
Tell me, tell me, tell me, oh, ayy
Urin eodiseo wanna oh, ayy
Urin eodiseo wanna oh, ayy
Chorus: All, Winter, Giselle
Nova (Nova)
Can’t stop hyperstellar (Hyperstellar)
Woncho geugeol chaja
Bring the light of a dying star
Bulleonaen nae ujureul bwa bwa
Supernova (Hey)
Outro: All, Karina, Ningning, Karina & Ningning, *Winter*
Sageoneun dagawa ah, oh, ayy (New star)
Geosege keojyeoga ah, oh, ayy
Jilmuneun gyesokdwae ah, oh, ayy (Nova)
Urin eodiseo wanna oh, ayy
Sageoneun dagawa ah, oh, ayy (Yeah-yeah-yeah)
Geosege keojyeoga ah, oh, ayy (Nova)
Jilmuneun gyesokdwae ah, oh, ayy (Bring the light of a dying star)
*Supernova*
English Translation of Supernova
Intro: Karina
I’m like some kind of supernova
Watch out
Verse 1: Ningning, Karina
Look at me go
Have some fun
Core of light
So hot, hot
The door opens
Feel each other’s presence
Like Discord
Who are you, you who resemble me (Incoming; Drop)
Pre-Chorus: Winter, Ningning, Giselle
The event is approaching ah, oh, ayy
It’s growing bigger ah, oh, ayy
That tick, that tick, tick bomb
That tick, that tick, tick bomb
No one dares to touch
That’s what everyone says
Inside me now
Su-su-su-supernova
Chorus: All, Winter
Nova
Can’t stop hyperstellar
Searching for the origin
Bring the light of a dying star
Look at my universe I’ve created
Supеrnova
Interlude: Karina & Giselle
Ah, body bang (bang, bang, bang, bang, bang, bang)
Make it feel too right
Verse 2: Karina, Giselle, Winter
The enеrgy that sweeps me away is so special
Cruel queen, scene and end
The explosion inside me is so huge
Made from every cell of my stars (Under my control, ah)
Pre-Chorus: Ningning, Karina, Giselle
The questions keep coming ah, oh, ayy
Where did we come from? oh, ayy
Feel inside me (Huh)
Su-su-su-supernova
Chorus: All, Ningning
Nova
Can’t stop hyperstellar
Searching for the origin
Bring the light of a dying star
Look at my universe I’ve created
Supernova
Bridge: Winter, Giselle, Ningning
With invisible power
Should I reach out to you?
All possible possibilities
Meet you in infinity
It’s about to bang-bang
Don’t forget my name
Interlude: Karina
Su-su-su-supernova
Refrain: All
The event is approaching ah, oh, ayy
It’s growing bigger ah, oh, ayy
The questions keep coming ah, oh, ayy
Where did we come from? oh, ayy
The event is approaching ah, oh, ayy
It’s growing bigger ah, oh, ayy
Tell me, tell me, tell me, oh, ayy
Where did we come from? oh, ayy
Where did we come from? oh, ayy
Chorus: All, Giselle, Winter, Ningning, *Karina*
Nova (Nova)
Can’t stop hyperstellar (Hyperstellar)
Searching for the origin
Bring the light of a dying star (Light of a dying star)
Look at my universe I’ve created (All the way)
Supernova (*Hey-huh*)
Refrain: All, Karina, Winter, Ningning, *Karina & Ningning*
The event is approaching ah, oh, ayy (New star)
It’s growing bigger ah, oh, ayy
The questions keep coming ah, oh, ayy (Nova)
Where did we come from? oh, ayy
The event is approaching ah, oh, ayy (Yeah-yeah-yeah-yeah)
It’s growing bigger ah, oh, ayy (Nova)
The questions keep coming ah, oh, ayy (*Bring the light of a dying star*)
Outro: Winter
Supernova
Live Performances of Supernova
1. Supernova Live from KBS World (17 May 2024)
2. Live from M Countdown (16 May 2024)
3. Live from Show! MusicCore (25 May 2024)
4. Supernova Live from SBS Inkigayo(23 May 2024)
Similar Songs Like Supernova
Let’s check out songs that match “Supernova” by Aespa in style, sound, and feel. These picks share similar musical elements and good vocals:
- “Yeppi Yeppi”: A feel-good tune that blends bright melodies with dynamic production, offering a similar uplifting energy.
- “Forever (약속)”: A sweet, melodic ballad showcasing the group’s vocal harmonies and tender emotions, much like the delicate vibe of “Supernova.”
- “Savage”: While more intense, this song’s layered production and hypnotic vocals mirror the compelling energy in “Supernova.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aespa’s “Supernova” About?
The song discusses space events and personal growth, showing links between love and the skies.
Are the Korean and English Lyrics Different?
The Korean and English words share the same ideas, but the English text flows better for English speakers.
How Do the Lyrics Match Aespa’s Style?
The words fit Aespa’s space-themed approach, mixing star-filled words with deep feelings.
