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I Wait

I Wait

Artist: DAY6•Album: Every DAY6 January - Single
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English50% KR📅 2017K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“I Wait” (I Wait) is performed by DAY6, released on the album Every DAY6 January - Single in 2017.

💡 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

아예 원치 않는다 말해

a-ye won-chi an-neun-da mal-hae

꿈도 꾸지 말라 해

kkum-do kku-ji mal-ra hae

만날 일은 없다 해

man-nal il-eun eop-da hae

Say it

아예 관심조차 없다 해

a-ye gwan-sim-jo-cha eop-da hae

차라리 가라고 해

cha-ra-ri ga-ra-go hae

솔직하게 말해

sol-jik-ha-ge mal-hae

Say it

Chorus

넌 항상 (what chu doing)

neon hang-sang (what chu doing)

대답 (what chu doing)

dae-dap (what chu doing)

한번 할 때 (what chu doing 왜왜왜)

han-beon hal ttae (what chu doing wae-wae-wae)

언제나 (what chu doing)

eon-je-na (what chu doing)

애매 (what chu doing) 하게 oh no

ae-mae (what chu doing) ha-ge oh no

절대로 (what chu doing)

jeol-dae-ro (what chu doing)

내가 (what chu doing)

nae-ga (what chu doing)

떠나진 못하게 (what chu doing 왜왜왜)

tteo-na-jin mos-ha-ge (what chu doing wae-wae-wae)

Verse 3

내 맘이 (what chu doing) 헷갈리게

nae mam-i (what chu doing) hes-gal-ri-ge

난 지금 길 잃은 채 (I wait)

nan ji-geum gil il-eun chae (I wait)

제자리에 (아 왜)

je-ja-ri-e (a wae)

내 손을 잡아주기만 기다려

nae son-eul jap-a-ju-gi-man gi-da-ryeo

Eh eh

너에게 묶인 채 (I wait)

neo-e-ge muk-in chae (I wait)

제자리에 (아 왜)

je-ja-ri-e (a wae)

날 풀어주든지 잡아당겨줘

nal pul-eo-ju-deun-ji jap-a-dang-gyeo-jwo

Verse 4

Eh eh

Waitin' all day

아예 더 세게 잡아줘 babe

a-ye deo se-ge jap-a-jwo babe

벽을 허물어 babe

byeok-eul heo-mul-eo babe

들여보내줘 let me in

deul-yeo-bo-nae-jwo let me in

아예 더 세게 잡아줘 babe

a-ye deo se-ge jap-a-jwo babe

차라리 더 당겨줘

cha-ra-ri deo dang-gyeo-jwo

너의 곁에 있게 해줘

neo-ui gyeot-e iss-ge hae-jwo

Verse 5

With ya

넌 항상 (what chu doing)

neon hang-sang (what chu doing)

대답 (what chu doing)

dae-dap (what chu doing)

한번 할 때 (what chu doing 왜왜왜)

han-beon hal ttae (what chu doing wae-wae-wae)

언제나 (what chu doing)

eon-je-na (what chu doing)

애매 (what chu doing) 하게 oh no

ae-mae (what chu doing) ha-ge oh no

절대로 (what chu doing)

jeol-dae-ro (what chu doing)

내가 (what chu doing)

nae-ga (what chu doing)

Verse 6

떠나진 못하게 (what chu doing 왜왜왜)

tteo-na-jin mos-ha-ge (what chu doing wae-wae-wae)

내 맘이 (what chu doing) 더 아프게

nae mam-i (what chu doing) deo a-peu-ge

난 지금 길 잃은 채 (I wait)

nan ji-geum gil il-eun chae (I wait)

제자리에 (아 왜)

je-ja-ri-e (a wae)

내 손을 잡아주기만 기다려

nae son-eul jap-a-ju-gi-man gi-da-ryeo

Eh eh

너에게 묶인 채 (I wait)

neo-e-ge muk-in chae (I wait)

제자리에 (아 왜)

je-ja-ri-e (a wae)

Verse 7

날 풀어주든지 잡아당겨줘

nal pul-eo-ju-deun-ji jap-a-dang-gyeo-jwo

Eh eh

Waitin' all day

보이지 않는 벽안에

bo-i-ji an-neun byeok-an-e

가둬놓지 마 no

ga-dwo-not-ji ma no

날 갖지 않을 거면 풀어줘

nal gat-ji an-eul geo-myeon pul-eo-jwo

보이지 않는 벽안에

bo-i-ji an-neun byeok-an-e

가둬놓지 마 no

ga-dwo-not-ji ma no

Verse 8

날 갖지 않을 거면 풀어줘

nal gat-ji an-eul geo-myeon pul-eo-jwo

난 지금 길 잃은 채 (I wait)

nan ji-geum gil il-eun chae (I wait)

제자리에 (아 왜)

je-ja-ri-e (a wae)

내 손을 잡아주기만 기다려

nae son-eul jap-a-ju-gi-man gi-da-ryeo

Eh eh

너에게 묶인 채 (I wait)

neo-e-ge muk-in chae (I wait)

제자리에 (아 왜)

je-ja-ri-e (a wae)

날 풀어주든지 잡아당겨줘

nal pul-eo-ju-deun-ji jap-a-dang-gyeo-jwo

Verse 9

Eh eh

Waitin' all day

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “I Wait” by DAY6.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"I Wait" (I Wait) by DAY6 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 Wait" 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 Wait" highlights DAY6'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 Wait”?

"I Wait" (I Wait) by DAY6 is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, a...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “I Wait”.

Performer (아티스트)DAY6
Album (앨범)Every DAY6 January - Single
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under DAY6 and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the English translation and meaning of I Wait by DAY6?

"I Wait" is performed by DAY6. 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 Wait with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice I Wait with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=day6-i-wait, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced I Wait by DAY6?

"I Wait" is performed by DAY6, released on the album "Every DAY6 January - Single" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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