I Love You album artwork

I Love You

I Love You

Artist: 2NE1•Album: I Love You - Single
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English48% KR📅 2012K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“I Love You” (I Love You) is performed by 2NE1, released on the album I Love You - Single in 2012.

💡 Linguistic Features: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Practice singing along with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.

Lyrics, Romanization & English Translation

Verse 1

When you feel like there's no way out

Love, is the only way

그대 나에게만 잘해줘요

geu-dae na-e-ge-man jal-hae-jwo-yo

항상 나에게만 웃어줘요

hang-sang na-e-ge-man us-eo-jwo-yo

I said Ooh 질투하게 하지 마요

I said Ooh jil-tu-ha-ge ha-ji ma-yo

Ooh 집착하게 하지 마요

Ooh jip-chak-ha-ge ha-ji ma-yo

아직 난 사랑이 두려워요

a-jik nan sa-rang-i du-ryeo-wo-yo

이런 내게 믿음을 줘봐요

i-reon nae-ge mit-eum-eul jwo-bwa-yo

Chorus

I said Ooh 질투하게 하지 마요

I said Ooh jil-tu-ha-ge ha-ji ma-yo

Ooh 집착하게 하지 마요

Ooh jip-chak-ha-ge ha-ji ma-yo

I LOVE YOU

I LOVE YOU

하루 종일 그대 모습 자꾸 떠올라

ha-ru jong-il geu-dae mo-seup ja-kku tteo-ol-ra

온종일 울리지 않는 전화기만 또 쳐다봐

on-jong-il ul-ri-ji an-neun jeon-hwa-gi-man tto chyeo-da-bwa

왜 이런 내 맘을 아직 몰라

wae i-reon nae mam-eul a-jik mol-ra

난 너의 마음을 아직 잘 몰라

nan neo-ui ma-eum-eul a-jik jal mol-ra

Verse 3

너의 생각에 밤엔 잠도 못 이루다

neo-ui saeng-gak-e bam-en jam-do mos i-ru-da

달빛에 그대를 떠올리며 내 맘 고백해봐

dal-bit-e geu-dae-reul tteo-ol-ri-myeo nae mam go-baek-hae-bwa

왜 이런 내 맘을 아직 몰라

wae i-reon nae mam-eul a-jik mol-ra

난 너의 마음을 아직 잘 몰라

nan neo-ui ma-eum-eul a-jik jal mol-ra

Look at me now

내 맘을 바라봐요

nae mam-eul ba-ra-bwa-yo

이렇게 애타는데

i-reot-ge ae-ta-neun-de

지금 날 잡아줘요

ji-geum nal jap-a-jwo-yo

Verse 4

늦기 전에 eh eheheh

neut-gi jeon-e eh eheheh

I LOVE YOU

I LOVE YOU

멈추지 마요 사랑 노래

meom-chu-ji ma-yo sa-rang no-rae

멋진 널 위해 불러줄게 Everyday

meos-jin neol wi-hae bul-reo-jul-ge Everyday

I say yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah

I say yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah

멈추지 마요 사랑의 Dance

meom-chu-ji ma-yo sa-rang-ui Dance

Verse 5

이 밤을 그대와 보내고 싶은데

i bam-eul geu-dae-wa bo-nae-go sip-eun-de

I say yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah

I say yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah yeah

내 맘을 바라봐요

nae mam-eul ba-ra-bwa-yo

이렇게 애타는데

i-reot-ge ae-ta-neun-de

지금 날 잡아줘요

ji-geum nal jap-a-jwo-yo

늦기 전에 eh eheheh

neut-gi jeon-e eh eheheh

WE CAN'T GO WRONG, BRING IT BACK

Verse 6

밀고 당기지는 말아줘요

mil-go dang-gi-ji-neun mal-a-jwo-yo

우리 조금만 솔직해져요

u-ri jo-geum-man sol-jik-hae-jyeo-yo

I said ooh 질투하게 하지 마요

I said ooh jil-tu-ha-ge ha-ji ma-yo

Ooh 집착하게 하지 마요

Ooh jip-chak-ha-ge ha-ji ma-yo

어디서 무얼 할까 궁금해요

eo-di-seo mu-eol hal-kka gung-geum-hae-yo

혹시 이런 내가 귀찮나요?

hok-si i-reon nae-ga gwi-chan-na-yo?

I said ooh 질투하게 하지 마요

I said ooh jil-tu-ha-ge ha-ji ma-yo

Ooh 집착하게 하지 마요

Ooh jip-chak-ha-ge ha-ji ma-yo

Verse 7

I love you everyday

Don't get away

Take me away

I love you everyday

In everyway

널 사랑해

neol sa-rang-hae

왜 이런 내 맘을 아직 몰라

wae i-reon nae mam-eul a-jik mol-ra

난 너의 마음을 아직 잘 몰라

nan neo-ui ma-eum-eul a-jik jal mol-ra

Verse 8

I love you everyday

Don't get away

Take me away

I love you everyday

In everyway

널 사랑해

neol sa-rang-hae

왜 이런 내 맘을 아직 몰라

wae i-reon nae mam-eul a-jik mol-ra

난 너의 마음을 아직 잘 몰라

nan neo-ui ma-eum-eul a-jik jal mol-ra

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “I Love You” by 2NE1.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"I Love You" (I Love You) by 2NE1 is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and personal growth, capturing the nuanced dynamics of modern relationships and youthful passion.

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2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean phrasing in "I Love You" employs subtle cultural idioms and layered lyricism. Phrasing shifts between introspective Korean stanzas and rhythmic English phrases, allowing listeners to experience both universal accessibility and culturally rich linguistic nuance.

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3. Songwriting Context & Production

Crafted with refined arrangement techniques, "I Love You" highlights 2NE1's dynamic vocal range across textured instrumentation and modern beat drops.

🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Essential words to understand the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, feelings
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
사랑(Sarang)
Love, affection

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main message of “I Love You”?

"I Love You" (I Love You) by 2NE1 is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerab...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “I Love You”.

Performer (아티스트)2NE1
Album (앨범)I Love You - Single
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under 2NE1 and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about I Love You, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of I Love You by 2NE1?

"I Love 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 I Love You with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced I Love You by 2NE1?

"I Love You" is performed by 2NE1, released on the album "I Love You - Single" in 2012. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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