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Be Myself

Be Myself

Artist: ApinkAlbum: Look
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English53% KR📅 2020K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Be Myself (Be Myself) is performed by Apink, released on the album Look in 2020.

💡 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

Be-be, be myself

Be-be, be myself

왜 난 네게 한 번도

wae nan ne-ge han beon-do

말한 적 없는지

mal-han jeok eop-neun-ji

또 우린 같이 못 한 게

tto u-rin gat-i mos han ge

왜 이렇게도 많은 건지

wae i-reot-ge-do man-eun geon-ji

Wherever you go, whatever you do

다 네 맘대로 너에게

da ne mam-dae-ro neo-e-ge

모든 걸 맞추기만 했어

mo-deun geol mat-chu-gi-man haess-eo

You never wanna kno-o-ow

넌 항상 네가 제일 소중했잖아

neon hang-sang ne-ga je-il so-jung-haess-jan-a

But you better know 내 눈물을

But you better know nae nun-mul-eul

마음속 깊은 곳에 감춰왔던 말

ma-eum-sok gip-eun gos-e gam-chwo-wass-deon mal

참을 만큼 참았어 난 이번엔 내 차례야

cham-eul man-keum cham-ass-eo nan i-beon-en nae cha-rye-ya

Let me be myself, oh baby

다시 나답게

da-si na-dap-ge

더 이상 네 옆에

deo i-sang ne yeop-e

초라한 기분은 싫어

cho-ra-han gi-bun-eun sil-eo

이젠 돌아갈래 oh baby

i-jen dol-a-gal-rae oh baby

잃어버린 날 찾을래

il-eo-beo-rin nal chat-eul-rae

I'll just be myself

널 알기 전 내 모습으로

neol al-gi jeon nae mo-seup-eu-ro

Be-be, be myself

Be-be 내 모습으로

Be-be nae mo-seup-eu-ro

Be-be, be myself

널 알기 전 내 모습으로

neol al-gi jeon nae mo-seup-eu-ro

가끔 생각해봤어

ga-kkeum saeng-gak-hae-bwass-eo

지금 우리 사이

ji-geum u-ri sa-i

사실 난 처음부터 다

sa-sil nan cheo-eum-bu-teo da

알면서 모른 척했었나 봐

al-myeon-seo mo-reun cheok-haess-eoss-na bwa

여태까지도 매일같이 넌

yeo-tae-kka-ji-do mae-il-gat-i neon

나빴었는데

na-ppass-eoss-neun-de

그냥 내가 먼저 널 놓으면 되는데

geu-nyang nae-ga meon-jeo neol not-eu-myeon doe-neun-de

You never wanna kno-o-ow

한 번도 내 얘긴 듣지 않았잖아

han beon-do nae yae-gin deut-ji an-ass-jan-a

But you better know 내 눈물을

But you better know nae nun-mul-eul

마음속 깊은 곳에 감춰왔던 말

ma-eum-sok gip-eun gos-e gam-chwo-wass-deon mal

해줄 만큼 해줬어 난 이번엔 내 차례야

hae-jul man-keum hae-jwoss-eo nan i-beon-en nae cha-rye-ya

Let me be myself, oh baby

다시 나답게

da-si na-dap-ge

더 이상 네 옆에

deo i-sang ne yeop-e

초라한 기분은 싫어

cho-ra-han gi-bun-eun sil-eo

이젠 돌아갈래 oh baby

i-jen dol-a-gal-rae oh baby

잃어버린 날 찾을래

il-eo-beo-rin nal chat-eul-rae

I'll just be myself

널 알기 전 내 모습으로

neol al-gi jeon nae mo-seup-eu-ro

이기적인 너의 맘이

i-gi-jeok-in neo-ui mam-i

날 얼마나 괴롭혔었는지

nal eol-ma-na goe-rop-hyeoss-eoss-neun-ji

바보같이 너만 바라보던 지난 시간들은 잊을래

ba-bo-gat-i neo-man ba-ra-bo-deon ji-nan si-gan-deul-eun it-eul-rae

So I'll just be myself, listen to me, oh

Let me be myself, oh baby

다시 나답게

da-si na-dap-ge

더 이상 네 옆에

deo i-sang ne yeop-e

초라한 기분은 싫어

cho-ra-han gi-bun-eun sil-eo

이젠 돌아갈래 oh baby

i-jen dol-a-gal-rae oh baby

잃어버린 날 찾을래

il-eo-beo-rin nal chat-eul-rae

I'll just be myself

널 알기 전 내 모습으로

neol al-gi jeon nae mo-seup-eu-ro

Be-be, be myself

Be-be 내 모습으로

Be-be nae mo-seup-eu-ro

Be-be, be myself

다시 나를 찾을래

da-si na-reul chat-eul-rae

Be-be, be myself

Be-be 내 모습으로

Be-be nae mo-seup-eu-ro

I'll just be myself

널 알기 전 내 모습으로

neol al-gi jeon nae mo-seup-eu-ro

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Be Myself" (Be Myself) 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 "Be Myself" 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, "Be Myself" 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 “Be Myself”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Be Myself” 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 Be Myself.

Performer (아티스트)Apink
Album (앨범)Look
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Apink and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Be Myself, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Be Myself by Apink?

"Be Myself" 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.

Where can I practice singing Be Myself with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Be Myself by Apink?

"Be Myself" is performed by Apink, released on the album "Look" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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