FLOWER Lyrics in English JISOO
꽃향기 (kkot-hyang-gi) is a beautiful compound word, combining 꽃 (kkot) for "flower" and 향기 (hyang-gi) for "scent" or "fragrance". It's the central metaphor in JISOO's "FLOWER".
In the song, she sings, "꽃향기만 남기고 갔단다" (I left only the scent of flowers and went). This powerful line signifies leaving behind only a beautiful memory after a relationship ends, embodying a graceful yet firm goodbye. Learning this word is key to understanding the poetic heart of the song.
“FLOWER” paints a vivid picture of a love that once bloomed beautifully yet eventually burned out. Jisoo compares herself to a butterfly and a delicate white petal, showing how freely she wants to fly but how tightly her partner tried to hold on. The song’s playful A-B-C, Do-Re-Mi opening hints at innocence, then quickly shifts to disappointment when “that look in your eyes changes.” As feelings cool, the singer realizes that the time they shared—once full of color and warmth—has turned to ash.
With graceful confidence, Jisoo says goodbye, leaving only the lingering image of a flower’s scent. There is no regret in her voice; instead, she feels light and unburdened. The petals represent moments of beauty she chooses to keep, while the rest of the relationship falls away. “FLOWER” is ultimately a self-empowerment anthem: even after passionate love goes up in flames, you can step into spring again, keep the best memories, and let the wind carry you forward.
