On this Sunday we go back to one of the truly defining moments of K-pop history. TVXQ (동방신기, Rising Gods of the East) were not just a group—they were a phenomenon. Their 2008 hit “Mirotic” (literally “Spell” / “주문”) remains one of the most iconic songs in K-pop, blending charisma, intensity, and unforgettable choreography.

Let’s focus on this powerful lyric:

“내 주문에

넌 다시 그려지고 있어”

“By my spell,

you’re being drawn again.”

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📘 Key Phrases to Learn

1️⃣ 내 주문에 – By my spell

• 내 = my

• 주문 = spell, incantation, order (context decides meaning; here it’s magic)

• -에 = by / in / at (locative particle, also marking cause or means)

👉 Literally: “in/by my spell.”

2️⃣ 넌 – You (topic)

• Contraction of 너는 = you + topic particle -는

👉 A casual way to say “you” while making it the subject of the sentence.

3️⃣ 다시 – Again

• Simple but strong adverb meaning repetition or renewal.

4️⃣ 그려지고 있어 – (You) are being drawn (again)

• 그리다 = to draw, to depict

• -지다 = passive form → “to be drawn”

• -고 있다 = progressive aspect, “to be …-ing”

👉 Altogether: “are being drawn (right now).”

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💡 Grammar Tip:

The phrase -고 있다 adds immediacy, showing the action is happening in the present continuous. And with -지다 (passive), the focus is not on the speaker drawing, but on you being pulled in—a classic lyrical trick to intensify the “spellbound” feeling.

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💬 Why It Matters:

Mirotic isn’t just a love song—it’s about irresistible attraction, like a magic spell you can’t break free from. The lyric shows how K-pop often borrows from myth, fantasy, and magic to express human emotions. In 2008, this song pushed boundaries (even being censored for being too suggestive!) and yet remains legendary today.

✨ Do you remember when Mirotic first dropped—or did you discover it later as a classic? Drop a 🔮 if TVXQ’s spell still has you hooked!