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Gotta Be You

Gotta Be You

Artist: 2NE1•Album: Crush
🎤 Interactive Lyrics & Phonetic Pronunciation Guide

Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

새로운 만남은 싫어 왠지 몰라도

sae-ro-un man-nam-eun sil-eo waen-ji mol-ra-do

여전히 네가 많이 미워 아직도

yeo-jeon-hi ne-ga man-i mi-wo a-jik-do

운명 같던 만남이

un-myeong gat-deon man-nam-i

이젠 님에서 남이

i-jen nim-e-seo nam-i

되어 떠나갔어 아직도

doe-eo tteo-na-gass-eo a-jik-do

맴도는 너의 향기

maem-do-neun neo-ui hyang-gi

We used to be all turnt up

우린 멀어졌어 점점

u-rin meol-eo-jyeoss-eo jeom-jeom

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

넌 아니라 했지만 두고 봐

neon a-ni-ra haess-ji-man du-go bwa

사랑의 역전

sa-rang-ui yeok-jeon

오늘도 외쳐

o-neul-do oe-chyeo

그전처럼 let's go

geu-jeon-cheo-reom let's go

앞으로 rewind

ap-eu-ro rewind

처음으로 X O

cheo-eum-eu-ro X O

아직도 널 잊지 못하고 있는

a-jik-do neol it-ji mos-ha-go iss-neun

내 모습이 나 싫은데

nae mo-seup-i na sil-eun-de

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

잊으려 잊으려 해도 그게 안돼

it-eu-ryeo it-eu-ryeo hae-do geu-ge an-dwae

Everyday

너 아니면 안 된다고

neo a-ni-myeon an doen-da-go

끝이란 있을 수 없다고

kkeut-i-ran iss-eul su eop-da-go

It ain't over til it's over

It ain't over til it's over

It ain't over til it's over

너의 사랑이 날 망쳐도

neo-ui sa-rang-i nal mang-chyeo-do

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

날 아프게 한대도

nal a-peu-ge han-dae-do

내겐 오직 너 하나뿐

nae-gen o-jik neo ha-na-ppun

내 사랑은 너로 시작해 너로 끝나

nae sa-rang-eun neo-ro si-jak-hae neo-ro kkeut-na

이 자리에 Waiting for you

i ja-ri-e Waiting for you

너 아님 안돼 No

neo a-nim an-dwae No

My one and only oh oh oh

너 아님 안돼 No

neo a-nim an-dwae No

내 곁엔 너 아니면 안돼 난

nae gyeot-en neo a-ni-myeon an-dwae nan

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

다시 날 가둬 너라는 감옥에

da-si nal ga-dwo neo-ra-neun gam-ok-e

너 없는 현실이 가혹해

neo eop-neun hyeon-sil-i ga-hok-hae

죽을 만큼 힘들어도 I don't care

juk-eul man-keum him-deul-eo-do I don't care

난 여우니까 목숨이 아홉 개

nan yeo-u-ni-kka mok-sum-i a-hop gae

수백 번 날 부숴도 매섭게

su-baek beon nal bu-swo-do mae-seop-ge

몰아치는 너란 파도

mol-a-chi-neun neo-ran pa-do

I'm Okay 아파도 사랑 앞에 난

I'm Okay a-pa-do sa-rang ap-e nan

Desperado

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

누가 뭐라 하던 간에

nu-ga mwo-ra ha-deon gan-e

난 아무도 상관 안 해

nan a-mu-do sang-gwan an hae

우리 같이 춤추던 그 노래는 아직

u-ri gat-i chum-chu-deon geu no-rae-neun a-jik

안 끝났기에

an kkeut-nass-gi-e

널 향해 지금 외쳐

neol hyang-hae ji-geum oe-chyeo

그전처럼 let's go

geu-jeon-cheo-reom let's go

앞으로 rewind

ap-eu-ro rewind

처음으로 X O

cheo-eum-eu-ro X O

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

마지막이라고 차갑게 말하던 네

ma-ji-mak-i-ra-go cha-gap-ge mal-ha-deon ne

모습이 싫은데

mo-seup-i sil-eun-de

지우려 지우려 해도

ji-u-ryeo ji-u-ryeo hae-do

자꾸 난 널 그리네

ja-kku nan neol geu-ri-ne

너 아니면 안 된다고

neo a-ni-myeon an doen-da-go

끝이란 있을 수 없다고

kkeut-i-ran iss-eul su eop-da-go

It ain't over til it's over

It ain't over til it's over

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

It ain't over til it's over

너의 사랑이 날 망쳐도

neo-ui sa-rang-i nal mang-chyeo-do

날 아프게 한대도

nal a-peu-ge han-dae-do

내겐 오직 너 하나뿐

nae-gen o-jik neo ha-na-ppun

내 사랑은 너로 시작해 너로 끝나

nae sa-rang-eun neo-ro si-jak-hae neo-ro kkeut-na

이 자리에 Waiting for you

i ja-ri-e Waiting for you

너 아님 안돼 No

neo a-nim an-dwae No

My one and only oh oh oh

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

너 아님 안돼 No

neo a-nim an-dwae No

내 곁엔 너 아니면 안돼 난

nae gyeot-en neo a-ni-myeon an-dwae nan

눈을 감아도 생각나

nun-eul gam-a-do saeng-gak-na

니 얼굴 표정 하나하나

ni eol-gul pyo-jeong ha-na-ha-na

넌 나의 첨이자 마지막 사랑이야

neon na-ui cheom-i-ja ma-ji-mak sa-rang-i-ya

Don't say good bye

너의 사랑이 날 망쳐도

neo-ui sa-rang-i nal mang-chyeo-do

날 아프게 한대도

nal a-peu-ge han-dae-do

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

내겐 오직 너 하나뿐

nae-gen o-jik neo ha-na-ppun

내 사랑은 너로 시작해 너로 끝나

nae sa-rang-eun neo-ro si-jak-hae neo-ro kkeut-na

이 자리에 Waiting for you

i ja-ri-e Waiting for you

너 아님 안돼 No

neo a-nim an-dwae No

My one and only oh oh oh

너 아님 안돼 No

neo a-nim an-dwae No

내 곁엔 너 아니면 안돼 난

nae gyeot-en neo a-ni-myeon an-dwae nan

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Gotta Be You” (Gotta Be You) is performed by 2NE1, released on the album Crush in 2014.

💡 Linguistic Features & Sing-Along Guide: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Mencari lirik lagu dan terjemahan atau cara baca Hangul mudah? Gunakan synchronized Pronunciation Coach to practice tricky syllables at 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.

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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Gotta Be You” by 2NE1.

1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"Gotta Be You" (Gotta Be You) by 2NE1 is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations and authentic self-expression, inviting listeners into an introspective lyrical journey framed by striking vocal harmonies.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean lyricism in "Gotta Be You" utilizes poetic imagery and cultural nuance. Through contrasting acoustic intimacy and dynamic rhythmic hooks, the song weaves Korean metaphorical phrases with accessible pop hooks, exploring how fleeting connections leave indelible emotional footprints.

3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering

Engineered with modern production techniques, "Gotta Be You" showcases 2NE1's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.

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Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)

Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “Gotta Be You”:

다정함 (Empathetic Tenderness)
다정함(Dajeongham)

Considerate Emotional Warmth

Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "Gotta Be You" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.

인연 (Destined Ties)
인연(Inyeon)

Fated Connection & Recognition

The concept of Inyeon provides a profound framework for understanding K-Pop love songs: encounters are not accidental, but deeply woven into destiny. "Gotta Be You" by 2NE1 explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.

🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, inner feelings
Untranslatable Korean depth of genuine soul and emotion
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
The expressive vehicle conveying raw passion
사랑(Sarang)
Love, devotion
Core theme of romantic and communal attachment

❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries

Q: What is the core artistic message of “Gotta Be You”?

"Gotta Be You" (Gotta Be You) by 2NE1 is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between pub...

Q: How does “Gotta Be You” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, 2NE1 bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

Q: How can I practice singing “Gotta Be You” with proper Korean pronunciation?

Use the K-Lyrics Sing-Along Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch lock and real-time audio sync.

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “Gotta Be You”.

Performer (아티스트)2NE1
Album (앨범)Crush
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for 2NE1
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for 2NE1
Publishing & DistributionOfficial creative contributors licensed under 2NE1 and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Gotta Be You, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Gotta Be You by 2NE1?

"Gotta Be You" is performed by 2NE1. K-Lyrics provides verified original Korean text (한글), syllable-accurate Revised Romanization, and conversational English translations detailing the emotional meaning behind the track.

Where can I practice singing Gotta Be You with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Gotta Be You by 2NE1?

"Gotta Be You" is performed by 2NE1, released on the album "Crush" in 2014. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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