Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“I Need You” (I Need You) is performed by Ailee, released on the album A New Empire - EP in 2016.
💡 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
아직 기억나
a-jik gi-eok-na
U니가 날 두고 떠난 그날
U-ni-ga nal du-go tteo-nan geu-nal
가지 말라고
ga-ji mal-ra-go
울면서 널 붙잡던 것도
ul-myeon-seo neol but-jap-deon geos-do
뒤돌아 보면
dwi-dol-a bo-myeon
지금은 살짝 창피해도
ji-geum-eun sal-jjak chang-pi-hae-do
있잖아 지금 나 너에게
iss-jan-a ji-geum na neo-e-ge
하고 싶은 말들이 너무 많아
ha-go sip-eun mal-deul-i neo-mu man-a
널 보며 I need you
neol bo-myeo I need you
아직도 I need you
a-jik-do I need you
변했다는 그 말 지겹다는 그 말
byeon-haess-da-neun geu mal ji-gyeop-da-neun geu mal
하지 말 걸 oh no
ha-ji mal geol oh no
I need you
아직 난 I'm in love
a-jik nan I'm in love
이제 그만 날 울리지마
i-je geu-man nal ul-ri-ji-ma
날 밀어내지마
nal mil-eo-nae-ji-ma
아직 생각나
a-jik saeng-gak-na
그날에 힘들었던 내가
geu-nal-e him-deul-eoss-deon nae-ga
숨은 쉬는데
sum-eun swi-neun-de
가슴이 왜 이리 답답해
ga-seum-i wae i-ri dap-dap-hae
되돌려 보면
doe-dol-ryeo bo-myeon
내가 뭘 잘못 했던 걸까
nae-ga mwol jal-mos haess-deon geol-kka
있잖아 지금 나 너에게
iss-jan-a ji-geum na neo-e-ge
다시 하고 싶은 말들이 많아
da-si ha-go sip-eun mal-deul-i man-a
널 보며 I need you
neol bo-myeo I need you
아직도 I need you
a-jik-do I need you
변했다는 그 말 지겹다는 그 말
byeon-haess-da-neun geu mal ji-gyeop-da-neun geu mal
하지 말 걸 oh no
ha-ji mal geol oh no
I need you
아직 난 I'm in love
a-jik nan I'm in love
이제 그만 날 울리지마
i-je geu-man nal ul-ri-ji-ma
날 밀어내지마
nal mil-eo-nae-ji-ma
Oh baby don't you run away
좋았던 기억 속에
jot-ass-deon gi-eok sok-e
나는 머물러 널 기다리며
na-neun meo-mul-reo neol gi-da-ri-myeo
애타게 너를 불러
ae-ta-ge neo-reul bul-reo
널 보며 I need you
neol bo-myeo I need you
아직도 I need you
a-jik-do I need you
변했다는 그 말 지겹다는 그 말
byeon-haess-da-neun geu mal ji-gyeop-da-neun geu mal
하지 말 걸 oh no
ha-ji mal geol oh no
I need you
아직 난 I'm in love
a-jik nan I'm in love
이제 그만 날 울리지마
i-je geu-man nal ul-ri-ji-ma
날 밀어내지마
nal mil-eo-nae-ji-ma
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “I Need You” by Ailee.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core
"I Need You" (I Need You) by Ailee 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.
3. Songwriting Context & Production
Crafted with refined arrangement techniques, "I Need You" highlights Ailee's dynamic vocal range across textured instrumentation and modern beat drops.
🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main message of “I Need You”?
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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “I Need You”.
| Performer (아티스트) | Ailee |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | A New Empire - EP |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2016 |
| Songwriting & Production | Official creative contributors licensed under Ailee and affiliated music publishing rights holders. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about I Need You, pronunciation practice, and production history.
What is the English translation and meaning of I Need You by Ailee?
"I Need You" is performed by Ailee. 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 Need You with Romanized lyrics?
You can practice I Need You with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=ailee-i-need-you, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.
Who wrote and produced I Need You by Ailee?
"I Need You" is performed by Ailee, released on the album "A New Empire - EP" in 2016. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.