(G)I-DLE has long been fearless in pushing boundaries, blending fierce energy with messages of self-expression and empowerment that resonate far beyond K-pop’s usual lanes. Their latest collaboration, “Mono” featuring American rapper and producer skaiwater, feels like a bold step forward—celebrating individuality, stripping away societal noise, and turning the volume up on authentic love and identity. With its inclusive lyrics that embrace every orientation, background, and pronoun, the track arrives as a vibrant call to live unfiltered and dance to your own beat. As fans dive in searching for Mono lyrics by (G)I-DLE, this release stands out for its unapologetic inclusivity wrapped in infectious, genre-blending production.
| Lead Vocals | SOYEON (소연), MIYEON (미연), MINNIE, YUQI (宋雨琦), SHUHUA (葉舒華) & skaiwater |
| Songwriter | Likey (KOR), icebluerabbit, Shannon Bae, skaiwater, Daily (KOR) & Kam Parker |
| Composer | icebluerabbit, Daily (KOR), Shannon Bae, Kam Parker & Likey (KOR) |
| Mastering Engineer | Chris Gehringer |
| Arranger | Daily (KOR) & Likey (KOR) |
| Distributor | Kakao Entertainment (카카오엔터테인먼트) |
| Label | CUBE Entertainment |
| Release Date | January 27, 2026 |
| Song Language | English-Korean |
| Copyright © | CUBE Entertainment & BMG |
Lyrics of Mono by i-dle (아이들) & skaiwater
[Intro: Minnie]
Ooh, Ooh
Mm, Ah, Ooh
[Verse 1: Yuqi, Miyeon, Soyeon]
What They Play, That All Don’t Matter
You’re The Beat That’s Breaking Through
I’s The Meaning That Hits Louder
We’re ’bouta Tune In To You
Don’t Let The Noise Get In Your Way
You’re The Rhythm They Can’t Replace
이제는 머린 뮤트해
심장 박동 노래해
[Chorus: Minnie, Miyeon, Soyeon]
You’re From The Right
Or From The Left
Whether East Or West
Whether Straight Or Gay
Every Day And Night
Dance To Your Real Vibe
Turn The Effects Down
Let It All Fade Out, Play The Whole World In Mono
[Post-Chorus: Soyeon, Shuhua]
La-la-la-la-la-da
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-da
’cause Love Is Louder In Mono
La-la-la-la-la-da
La-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la-da-la
[Verse 2: Skaiwater]
Turn The Music Up (Up)
Let My Rhythm Play Loud
Love And Dance In My House
Baby, We Could Take The Party
Outside To Everyone
Take A Chance On Me
You Dance Just Like Everyone Else (Oh)
And I Know You Think Just Like Myself
[Chorus: Yuqi, Shuhua, Minnie]
You’re From The Right
Or From The Left
Whether East Or West
Whether Straight Or Gay
Every Day And Night
Dance To Your Real Vibe
Turn The Effects Down
Let It All Fade Out, Play The Whole World In Mono
[Post-Chorus: Minnie, Miyeon, Yuqi]
La-la-la-la-la-da
La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-da
‘Cause Love Is Louder In Mono
La-la-la-la-la-da
La-la-la-la-la
La-la-la-la-la-la-da-la
‘Cause Love Is Louder In Mono
[Bridge: Shuhua, Minnie, Miyeon]
We Blame, Forget, Regret But Who Do You Hear?
The Lyrics Couldn’t Reach You
We Blame, Forget, Regret, Let’s Turn It All Off
You Know You’re Born To Love
[Interlude: (Soyeon, Yuqi)]
(La-la-la-la-la-la-da) So, How Do You Identify?
(La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la) I Identify As She/her
(La-la-la-la-la-la-da) I Identify As He/him
(La-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la-la) I Don’t Personally Know Anyone Who Uses They/them
(La-la-la-la-la-la-da) But, I Mean
(La-la-la-la-la-la) I Think It’s Important To Just Be Yourself
(La-la-la-la-la-la-la) For Sure
When Your Love Yourself, You Can Love Everyone
[Chorus: Minnie, Soyeon, Miyeon]
You’re From The Right (The Right)
Or From The Left (Or From The Left)
Whether East Or West (Ah, Yeah)
Whether Straight Or Gay
Every Day And Night (Night)
Dance To Your Real Vibe
Turn The Effects Down (Effects Down; Down)
Let It All Fade Out, Play The Whole World In Mono
About “Mono by i-dle (아이들) (feat. skaiwater)”
(G)I-DLE and skaiwater unite on Mono to champion real vibes and self-love, turning down the noise for a clearer, louder message of acceptance.
Composed by a diverse team including icebluerabbit, Daily (KOR), Shannon Bae, Kam Parker, and Likey (KOR), “Mono” fuses (G)I-DLE’s signature bold pop-rap with skaiwater’s atmospheric, wavy trap influences—creating a sound that’s both polished and raw.
The song’s core hook—“Play the whole world in mono”—serves as a powerful metaphor: dial back the effects, the divisions, the distractions, and let pure connection shine through. Minnie, Miyeon, Soyeon, Yuqi, and Shuhua trade verses and harmonies that shift between Korean and English, while skaiwater’s verse adds a smooth, party-ready layer that bridges cultures and invites everyone to the dancefloor. The bridge and interlude bring deeper reflection, touching on blame, regret, and the freedom that comes from owning who you are—complete with casual, affirming pronoun mentions that feel natural and affirming.
This collaboration highlights (G)I-DLE’s ongoing evolution in their current era: post-I Never Die and I Feel success, the group continues to experiment with global sounds, deeper themes, and cross-cultural features while staying true to their fierce, boundary-breaking identity. Featuring an artist like skaiwater—known for his melodic flows and underground cred—shows their willingness to blend K-pop’s precision with Western hip-hop’s edge, resulting in a track that’s as meaningful as it is replayable.
Whether you’re tuning in for the empowering chorus, the catchy la-la-la post-chorus, or the message that love sounds clearest when everything else fades out, “Mono” captures (G)I-DLE at their most inclusive and confident yet.
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