Dilemma album artwork

Dilemma

Dilemma

Artist: ApinkAlbum: HORN
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English42% KR📅 2022K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Dilemma (Dilemma) is performed by Apink, released on the album HORN 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

끝났다고, you never love me

kkeut-nass-da-go, you never love me

이미 처음 같지 않다고

i-mi cheo-eum gat-ji an-da-go

난 너를 알아, you never want me

nan neo-reul al-a, you never want me

우린 깨져버린 컵, 또 붙을 수가 없단 걸

u-rin kkae-jyeo-beo-rin keop, tto but-eul su-ga eop-dan geol

현실은 아파, 난 네 생각보다 섬세해

hyeon-sil-eun a-pa, nan ne saeng-gak-bo-da seom-se-hae

널 탓하면서도 욕해도, no, ooh

neol tas-ha-myeon-seo-do yok-hae-do, no, ooh

떠나지 못해, 보내지 못해

tteo-na-ji mos-hae, bo-nae-ji mos-hae

꺼진 불이라도 좋아, oh

kkeo-jin bul-i-ra-do jot-a, oh

사랑인 척해도 돼 괜찮아

sa-rang-in cheok-hae-do dwae gwaen-chan-a

상처받아도 좋아

sang-cheo-bat-a-do jot-a

네 맘에 내가 없는 게 더 아파

ne mam-e nae-ga eop-neun ge deo a-pa

Dilemma, dilemma, dilemma, dilemma

Dilemma, dilemma, dilemma, dilemma

솔직히 너 없인 안돼

sol-jik-hi neo eop-in an-dwae

Baby, love you, I love you, I love you

못 보내는데, 미치도록 사랑해

mos bo-nae-neun-de, mi-chi-do-rok sa-rang-hae

Love you, I love you, I love you

But 끝내야 해 (dilemma, dilemma)

But kkeut-nae-ya hae (dilemma, dilemma)

네가 없는 방, 어지러운 방

ne-ga eop-neun bang, eo-ji-reo-un bang

헝클어진 머리, 젖어버린 베개만

heong-keul-eo-jin meo-ri, jeot-eo-beo-rin be-gae-man

끌어안고 있어, 난 점점 말라가

kkeul-eo-an-go iss-eo, nan jeom-jeom mal-ra-ga

네가 나타나면 다시 살아나, yeah

ne-ga na-ta-na-myeon da-si sal-a-na, yeah

No girls like me, boy, you gotta see

No girls like me, boy, you gotta see

오늘도 역시나 너무 길어

o-neul-do yeok-si-na neo-mu gil-eo

오는 길이라고 믿고 싶어

o-neun gil-i-ra-go mit-go sip-eo

나 혼자 속삭이고 마는 걸, mmm

na hon-ja sok-sak-i-go ma-neun geol, mmm

꺼진 불이라도 좋아, oh

kkeo-jin bul-i-ra-do jot-a, oh

사랑인 척해도 돼 괜찮아

sa-rang-in cheok-hae-do dwae gwaen-chan-a

상처받아도 좋아

sang-cheo-bat-a-do jot-a

네 맘에 내가 없는 게 더 아파

ne mam-e nae-ga eop-neun ge deo a-pa

Dilemma, dilemma, dilemma, dilemma

Dilemma, dilemma, dilemma, dilemma

솔직히 너 없인 안돼

sol-jik-hi neo eop-in an-dwae

Baby, love you, I love you, I love you

못 보내는데, 미치도록 사랑해

mos bo-nae-neun-de, mi-chi-do-rok sa-rang-hae

Love you, I love you, I love you

But 끝내야 해 (dilemma, dilemma)

But kkeut-nae-ya hae (dilemma, dilemma)

네가 너무나 필요해 everyday (oh, oh)

ne-ga neo-mu-na pil-yo-hae everyday (oh, oh)

꿈이라면 빨리 날 깨워줄래? (Oh, oh)

kkum-i-ra-myeon ppal-ri nal kkae-wo-jul-rae? (Oh, oh)

처음 사랑했던 그때로 돌아와 주면 돼, my love

cheo-eum sa-rang-haess-deon geu-ttae-ro dol-a-wa ju-myeon dwae, my love

Baby, love you, I love you, I love you

못 보내는데, 미치도록 사랑해

mos bo-nae-neun-de, mi-chi-do-rok sa-rang-hae

Love you, I love you, I love you

But 끝내야 해 (dilemma, dilemma)

But kkeut-nae-ya hae (dilemma, dilemma)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Dilemma by Apink.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Dilemma" (Dilemma) by Apink 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 "Dilemma" 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, "Dilemma" highlights Apink'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 “Dilemma”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Dilemma” 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 Dilemma.

Performer (아티스트)Apink
Album (앨범)HORN
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Apink and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of Dilemma by Apink?

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

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Who wrote and produced Dilemma by Apink?

"Dilemma" is performed by Apink, released on the album "HORN" in 2022. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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