Get ready, ZEROSE, because “Long Way Back” from ZEROBASEONE’s first full-length album NEVER SAY NEVER, dropping September 1, 2025, is about to hit you right in the feels! As the eighth track on this highly anticipated release, this song blends ZEROBASEONE’s signature K-pop energy with the emotional depth of their earlier hits like “In Bloom” and “Our Season” from Youth in the Shade. Sung Hanbin, Kim Jiwoong, Zhang Hao, and the rest of the crew—Seok Matthew, Kim Taerae, Ricky, Kim Gyuvin, Park Gunwook, and Han Yujin—deliver a heartfelt anthem that echoes the album’s empowering theme of perseverance and connection with fans.
With its soulful melodies and introspective lyrics, crafted by songwriters like KENZIE and Erik Lidbom, “Long Way Back” complements the vibrant energy of pre-released “SLAM DUNK” and tracks like “ICONIK.” It’s a perfect showcase of ZEROBASEONE’s dynamic range, from high-energy bangers to emotional ballads. Dive into the Long Way Back lyrics below and explore its touching narrative. Don’t miss other NEVER SAY NEVER tracks for more ZB1 magic.
| Lead Vocals | Kim Ji-woong (김지웅), Zhang Hao (章昊; 장하오), Sung Han-bin (성한빈), Seok Matthew (석매튜), Kim Tae-rae (김태래), Ricky (沈泉锐; 리키), Kim Gyu-vin (김규빈), Park Gun-wook (박건욱) & Han Yu-jin (한유진) |
| Songwriter | KENZIE (KOR), Erik Lidbom & Andrew Choi (앤드류최) |
| Music Composer | KENZIE (KOR), Erik Lidbom & Andrew Choi (앤드류최) |
| Distributor | Genie Music (지니뮤직) & Stone Music Entertainment (스톤 뮤직 엔터테인먼트) |
| Label | WAKEONE |
| Release Date | September 1, 2025 |
| Song Language | Korean-English |
| Copyright © | WAKEONE |
| Translation | Long Way Back (English Translation) by ZEROBASEONE |
Lyrics of Long Way Back by ZEROBASEONE
[Verse 1]
언제나 빛나던
그 눈 속에 내가 안 보여
No Words, No Touch
부서지고 있잖아
너와 나 Lost The Way Out
[Pre-Chorus]
Tell Me, Baby
It’s Driving Me Crazy
우린 어떡해야 할까
길을 잃은 내게 말해 줘
[Chorus]
Tell Me, What You Want Me To Do?
널 위해선 뭐든 다 할 수
있는 나를 넌 왜 (나를 왜)
자꾸 밀어내 (밀어내)
너무 아파, Babe
한 걸음 더 멀어지는
Baby, I Love Ya, Give Me Just A Little Light
손이 닿지 않아
Gotta Take The Long Way Back
[Verse 2]
부족한 나지만
이젠 모두 바꿀 수 있어
그 생각 말투 원하는 사람 될게
시간이 남았다면
[Pre-Chorus]
Tell Me, Baby
It’s Driving Me Crazy
다시 한 발 가도 될까
남은 길 멀어 보이지만
Don’t Wanna Lose You Now
[Chorus]
Tell Me, What You Want Me To Do? (Oh-oh-oh)
널 위해선 뭐든 다 할 수 (Woah-oh)
있는 나를 넌 왜 (나를 왜)
자꾸 밀어내 (밀어내)
너무 아파, Babe
한 걸음 더 멀어지는
Baby, I Love Ya, Give Me Just A Little Light
손이 닿지 않아
Gotta Take The Long Way Back
[Bridge]
난 다시 먼 길을 돌아와
Baby, 네 앞에 설 수 있을까
만약 우리 다시 웃게 된다면
그럴 수 있다면, Baby
[Chorus]
Tell Me, What You Want To Do? (Oh)
널 위해선 뭐든 다 할 수 (Oh-oh-oh)
있는 나를 넌 왜 (나를 왜; Oh, Woah-oh)
자꾸 밀어내 (밀어내)
너무 아파, Babe (No, Ooh)
한 걸음 더 멀어지는 (Ooh, Ooh)
Baby, I Love Ya, Give Me Just A Little Light (Little Light)
손이 닿지 않아
Gotta Take The Long Way Back
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