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ICU

ICU

Artist: aespa•Album: Girls - The 2nd Mini Album (Apple Music Edition)
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English44% KR📅 2022K-Popaespa

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“ICU” (ICU) is performed by aespa, released on the album Girls - The 2nd Mini Album (Apple Music Edition) in 2022.

💡 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

I see you (I see you)

I see you (I see you)

너 이유 없이 웅크리고 싶은

neo i-yu eop-i ung-keu-ri-go sip-eun

그럴 땐 내게 기대도 돼

geu-reol ttaen nae-ge gi-dae-do dwae

괜찮다는 말은 하지 않기로 해

gwaen-chan-da-neun mal-eun ha-ji an-gi-ro hae

그냥 하고 싶은 얘길 하면 돼

geu-nyang ha-go sip-eun yae-gil ha-myeon dwae

혼자서만 삼켜야 했던

hon-ja-seo-man sam-kyeo-ya haess-deon

네 맘속의 이야기를

ne mam-sok-ui i-ya-gi-reul

Chorus

I see you

설렘 반짝이던 너의 눈빛을

seol-rem ban-jjak-i-deon neo-ui nun-bit-eul

I see you

I see you

작은 두려움에 망설인 밤도

jak-eun du-ryeo-um-e mang-seol-in bam-do

I see you

Oh, 언젠간 닿을 수 있단 믿음에

Oh, eon-jen-gan dat-eul su iss-dan mit-eum-e

현실 속을 달려왔던 시간에

hyeon-sil sok-eul dal-ryeo-wass-deon si-gan-e

Verse 3

오랜 꿈의 무게 힘겨운 건 당연해

o-raen kkum-ui mu-ge him-gyeo-un geon dang-yeon-hae

그럴 땐 그냥 쉬어가도 돼

geu-reol ttaen geu-nyang swi-eo-ga-do dwae

'Cause I see you

Oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh, oh-oh

Oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh, oh-oh

Oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh, oh

Oh, oh-oh, oh-oh ('cause I see you)

출발선은 조금 늦었대도

chul-bal-seon-eun jo-geum neut-eoss-dae-do

Verse 4

너의 속도를 찾아가면 돼

neo-ui sok-do-reul chat-a-ga-myeon dwae

힘이 들 땐 멈추진 못해도

him-i deul ttaen meom-chu-jin mos-hae-do

깊은 숨을 쉬었으면 해

gip-eun sum-eul swi-eoss-eu-myeon hae

혼자서만 삼켜야 했던

hon-ja-seo-man sam-kyeo-ya haess-deon

네 맘속의 목소리를

ne mam-sok-ui mok-so-ri-reul

I see you

눈물 반짝이던 너의 눈빛을

nun-mul ban-jjak-i-deon neo-ui nun-bit-eul

I see you

Verse 5

I see you

작은 두려움에 뒤척인 밤도

jak-eun du-ryeo-um-e dwi-cheok-in bam-do

I see you

Oh, 왠지 맘이 울적할 땐 기억해

Oh, waen-ji mam-i ul-jeok-hal ttaen gi-eok-hae

무엇보다 소중한 건 너란 걸

mu-eos-bo-da so-jung-han geon neo-ran geol

오랜 꿈의 무게 힘겨운 건 당연해

o-raen kkum-ui mu-ge him-gyeo-un geon dang-yeon-hae

내 손을 잡아 걸어가면 돼

nae son-eul jap-a geol-eo-ga-myeon dwae

'Cause I see you

Verse 6

Oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh, oh-oh

Oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh, oh-oh

Oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh, oh

Oh, oh-oh, oh-oh

'Cause I see you

Oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh, oh-oh

Oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh, oh-oh ('cause I see you)

Oh-oh-oh, oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh, oh

Verse 7

Oh, oh-oh, oh-oh

너 이유 없이 웅크리고 싶은

neo i-yu eop-i ung-keu-ri-go sip-eun

그럴 땐 내게 기대도 돼

geu-reol ttaen nae-ge gi-dae-do dwae

너의 맘이 잠시 쉬어갈 수 있게

neo-ui mam-i jam-si swi-eo-gal su iss-ge

따스하게 너를 꼭 안아줄게

tta-seu-ha-ge neo-reul kkok an-a-jul-ge

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “ICU” by aespa.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"ICU" (ICU) by aespa 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 "ICU" 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, "ICU" highlights aespa'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 “ICU”?

"ICU" (ICU) by aespa is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and pe...

Q: How can I practice singing “ICU” 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, loop fast verses, and practice real-time tongue placement.

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “ICU”.

Performer (아티스트)aespa
Album (앨범)Girls - The 2nd Mini Album (Apple Music Edition)
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under aespa and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ICU, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of ICU by aespa?

"ICU" is performed by aespa. 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 ICU with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice ICU with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=icu, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced ICU by aespa?

"ICU" is performed by aespa, released on the album "Girls - The 2nd Mini Album (Apple Music Edition)" in 2022. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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