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Don't Hate Me

Don't Hate Me

Artist: Epik High•Album: 99
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English63% KR📅 2012K-PopHip-Hop/Rap

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Don't Hate Me” (Don't Hate Me) is performed by Epik High, released on the album 99 in 2012.

💡 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

Everybody hates me, but you love me and I love you,

오오오 (워오오) 난 너만 손뼉치면 돼, baby,

o-o-o (wo-o-o) nan neo-man son-ppyeok-chi-myeon dwae, baby,

온세상이 안티, 그런 내가 웃는 이유,

on-se-sang-i an-ti, geu-reon nae-ga us-neun i-yu,

오오오 (워오오) 난 너만 내 편이면 돼

o-o-o (wo-o-o) nan neo-man nae pyeon-i-myeon dwae

1, 2, 3, 4!

나만 달달달 볶아, 실수도 잘못처럼, 세상 모두가 입에 망치 때려, 날 못처럼

na-man dal-dal-dal bok-a, sil-su-do jal-mos-cheo-reom, se-sang mo-du-ga ip-e mang-chi ttae-ryeo, nal mos-cheo-reom

구멍투성인 마음, 눈물만 새, 웃으면 안 돼, 난 왜?

gu-meong-tu-seong-in ma-eum, nun-mul-man sae, us-eu-myeon an dwae, nan wae?

사람 싫어하는데 무슨 이유가 있냐고, 내가 싫을 땐 왜 수천 수만가지냐고

sa-ram sil-eo-ha-neun-de mu-seun i-yu-ga iss-nya-go, nae-ga sil-eul ttaen wae su-cheon su-man-ga-ji-nya-go

Chorus

전부 내 탓이라고 소리치네, 내 입을 막는 goalkeepers, 꼴보기 싫대!

jeon-bu nae tas-i-ra-go so-ri-chi-ne, nae ip-eul mak-neun goalkeepers, kkol-bo-gi sil-dae!

다 나만 싫어해

da na-man sil-eo-hae

다 나만 미워해

da na-man mi-wo-hae

다 손가락질 해

da son-ga-rak-jil hae

네가 없으면 나 미칠 것 같애

ne-ga eop-eu-myeon na mi-chil geos gat-ae

Everybody hates me, but you love me and I love you

오오오 (워오오) 난 너만 손뼉치면 돼, baby

o-o-o (wo-o-o) nan neo-man son-ppyeok-chi-myeon dwae, baby

온 세상이 안티, 그런 내가 웃는 이유

on se-sang-i an-ti, geu-reon nae-ga us-neun i-yu

Verse 3

오오오 (워오오) 난 너만 내 편이면, 내 팬이면 돼

o-o-o (wo-o-o) nan neo-man nae pyeon-i-myeon, nae paen-i-myeon dwae

나란 쥐구멍에 비친 단 하나의 볕, 슬픔 나누고는 싶지만, 다 나의 것

na-ran jwi-gu-meong-e bi-chin dan ha-na-ui byeot, seul-peum na-nu-go-neun sip-ji-man, da na-ui geos

넌 그냥 웃어주기만 하고 숨어, 세상 가장 큰 방패 뒤에 머물러 행복만 품어

neon geu-nyang us-eo-ju-gi-man ha-go sum-eo, se-sang ga-jang keun bang-pae dwi-e meo-mul-reo haeng-bok-man pum-eo

이런 비호감, 공공의 적인 나와, 숨만 쉬면 논란, 공공의 껌인 나와

i-reon bi-ho-gam, gong-gong-ui jeok-in na-wa, sum-man swi-myeon non-ran, gong-gong-ui kkeom-in na-wa

도마 위에서 춤을 추며 즐기는 너, 취향 하나 참 죽이는 너

do-ma wi-e-seo chum-eul chu-myeo jeul-gi-neun neo, chwi-hyang ha-na cham juk-i-neun neo

다 나만 뭐라 해

da na-man mwo-ra hae

화살로 겨냥해

hwa-sal-ro gyeo-nyang-hae

사라지길 바래

sa-ra-ji-gil ba-rae

Verse 4

네가 없으면 나 죽을 것 같애

ne-ga eop-eu-myeon na juk-eul geos gat-ae

Everybody hates me, but you love me and I love you

오오오 (워오오) 난 너만 손뼉치면 돼, baby

o-o-o (wo-o-o) nan neo-man son-ppyeok-chi-myeon dwae, baby

온 세상이 안티, 그런 내가 웃는 이유

on se-sang-i an-ti, geu-reon nae-ga us-neun i-yu

오오오 (워오오) 난 너만 내 편이면, 내 팬이면 돼

o-o-o (wo-o-o) nan neo-man nae pyeon-i-myeon, nae paen-i-myeon dwae

제가 그렇게 미워요?

je-ga geu-reot-ge mi-wo-yo?

저를 사랑해줘요

jeo-reul sa-rang-hae-jwo-yo

날 사랑한다, 날 미워한다

nal sa-rang-han-da, nal mi-wo-han-da

Verse 5

날 사랑한다, 날 미워한다

nal sa-rang-han-da, nal mi-wo-han-da

날 사랑한다, 날 미워한다

nal sa-rang-han-da, nal mi-wo-han-da

Love and hate, 둘 다 고맙지, 뭐

Love and hate, dul da go-map-ji, mwo

Everybody hates me, but you love me and I love you

오오오 (워오오) 난 너만 손뼉치면 돼, baby

o-o-o (wo-o-o) nan neo-man son-ppyeok-chi-myeon dwae, baby

온 세상이 안티, 그런 내가 웃는 이유

on se-sang-i an-ti, geu-reon nae-ga us-neun i-yu

오오오 (워오오) 난 너만 내 편이면, 내 팬이면 돼

o-o-o (wo-o-o) nan neo-man nae pyeon-i-myeon, nae paen-i-myeon dwae

Hate me, hate me, hate me

Verse 6

Hate me, hey hey hey hey

Hate me (don't hate me)

Hate me (don't hate me)

Hate me (don't hate me)

Please love me

너만 내 팬이면 돼!

neo-man nae paen-i-myeon dwae!

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Don't Hate Me” by Epik High.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Don't Hate Me" (Don't Hate Me) by Epik High 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 "Don't Hate Me" 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, "Don't Hate Me" highlights Epik High'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 “Don't Hate Me”?

"Don't Hate Me" (Don't Hate Me) by Epik High is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotion...

Q: How can I practice singing “Don't Hate Me” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Don't Hate Me”.

Performer (아티스트)Epik High
Album (앨범)99
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Epik High 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 Don't Hate Me by Epik High?

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Who wrote and produced Don't Hate Me by Epik High?

"Don't Hate Me" is performed by Epik High, released on the album "99" in 2012. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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