⋆ Genre [Source: Naver/BigHit]: Hip hop, Trap
⋆ Producing Credits: Daniel "JUNE NAWAKII" Celestin, Supreme Boi
⋆ Writing/Composing Credits: Daniel "JUNE NAWAKII" Celestin, Darel "BEBE DA RICH", Ituta, Supreme Boi
ABOUT/MEANING: ‘Cat & Dog’ explores the desire for a deep, unbreakable bond, comparing the loyalty and companionship of pets to a strong relationship. It reflects a yearning for a connection as simple and unconditional as the bond between a pet and its owner. While the song can be interpreted as expressing a form of romantic ‘puppy love,’ it also symbolizes the boys' strong friendship and the carefree, youthful spirit they share. As they navigate the uncertainties of growing up, their friendship provides joy, stability, and unconditional support, reminding them that they are stronger and happier together as they chase their dreams. [Please note that this is our interpretation of the song's meaning, based on the ongoing narrative of TXT's discography and insights from the members and official press releases. It's perfectly fine to have a different interpretation—after all, that's the beauty of music ♡]
LYRICS - ENGLISH TRANSLATION (translations by @translatingTXT):
In the written lyrics below, there are a couple of explanations of lyrics and translations not covered in the lyric video. Feel free to check them out if you're interested.
Feel like I’m your cat, I’m your dog
In my two eyes, I see nothing but you
What we got is not a coincidence but a kitty-incidence
The lyrics here are rhyming. "우연" (ooh-yeon) means "coincidence," and "묘연" (myo-yeon) means "unknown." However, there's a clever wordplay since the Chinese character "猫," meaning "cat," is also pronounced "묘" (myo) in Korean. This is why the English version of the lyric is "not a coincidence but a kitty-incidence."
When I’m with you I purr purr purr
I don’t wanna be just friends
Don’t wanna be apart from you,
Can I be a pet
By your side for 24 hours straight
Leave my space empty
Yeah right next to you
Leave my space empty
Yes okay okay
Don’t wanna be apart from you
Can I be a pet
Keep on grooming, keep kneading
Always by your side
Leave my space empty
Yeah right next to you
Leave my space empty
My friends say, "Get your manners"
They could never imagine my aegyo
Aegyo is a Korean term that refers to a cute, charming, and often playful behavior used to express affection or endearment.
My cold indifferent behavior
My rough tongue speaks my attitude
(But) oh my gawd, what the heck is this feeling
When I see you, I become a puppy
Instead of playing this boring butler game
I want to play frisbee with you
Going for walks every day
Oh oh oh oh
In my monochrome world, you shine red and blue
Dogs can only perceive two colors, so their world appears mostly monochromatic with just two hues visible.
Oh oh oh oh
When you’re with me I purr purr purr
I don’t wanna be just friends
Don’t wanna be apart from you,
Can I be a pet
By your side for 24 hours straight
Leave my space empty
Yeah right next to you
Leave my space empty
Yes okay okay
Don’t wanna be apart from you
Can I be a pet
Keep on grooming, keep kneading
Always by your side
Leave my space empty
Yeah right next to you
Leave my space empty
Feels like Cinderella I change
From a kitty cat I turn into your own Jindo dog
The Jindo dog, native to Jindo Island in South Korea, is considered one of the country's National Treasures and is renowned for its loyalty.
Before heading home at midnight
I’ll be on guard around you, snarling
Puppy-kitty, I like it, like it
I’m rude, but never in front of you
Forever, I wish to be like this
Let’s play forever until we cross The Rainbow Bridge
The Rainbow Bridge is a mythical overpass that is believed to connect heaven and Earth, allowing owners to reunite with their departed pets.
Oh oh oh oh
In my monochrome world you shine red and blue
Oh oh oh oh
When you’re with me I purr purr purr
I don’t wanna be just friends
Don’t wanna be apart from you,
Can I be a pet
By your side for 24 hours straight
Leave my space empty
Yeah right next to you
Leave my space empty
Yes okay okay
Don’t wanna be apart from you
Can I be a pet
Keep on grooming, keep kneading
Always by your side
Leave my space empty
Yeah right next to you
Leave my space empty
Let’s play forever I just wanna be your dog
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
I just wanna be your dog
Oh oh oh oh
Let’s play forever I just wanna be your dog
Oh oh oh oh oh oh oh oh
I just wanna be your dog
Oh oh oh oh
Helpful Context (Album Summary): ‘The Dream Chapter: STAR' marks the beginning of the story of five boys*, capturing the moment they come together under a shared dream. Finding strength in one another, they step beyond childhood and into adolescence, facing both the excitement of new possibilities and the anxieties that define youth. Looking up at the night sky, they hold onto dreams that once felt distant, believing that together, they can turn the impossible into reality. As TXT’s debut album, this EP embodies their name - TOMORROW X TOGETHER - highlighting how differences can be bridged through a common vision for a better tomorrow. It sets the stage for the chapters to come, shaping not just their dreams but the path they will walk together. [*Within TXT's discography-based narrative the 'boys/boy' can be interpreted as representing the TXT members, but they also serve as generalized protagonists used to convey the broader experiences of youth.]
Helpful Context (Album Series Summary): The Dream Chapter trilogy chronicles the journey of five boys* transitioning from childhood to adolescence, united by a common dream. As they navigate this pivotal period of youth, the albums explore the evolution of their friendship, the trials they face, and their growth as individuals. Set in a dreamlike world, the trilogy reflects their pursuit of aspirations, capturing both the hope and struggles that shape their path. Additionally, the Dream Chapter series serves as a metaphor for TOMORROW X TOGETHER’s own journey, from trainees to debut artists, highlighting their shared experience of self-discovery and the challenges they face in chasing their dreams. [*Within TXT's discography-based narrative the 'boys/boy' can be interpreted as representing the TXT members, but they also serve as generalized protagonists used to convey the broader experiences of youth.]
Comentarios