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LOVE STORY

LOVE STORY (feat. IU)

Artist: Epik High•Album: WE'VE DONE SOMETHING WONDERFUL
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English81% KR📅 2017Hip-Hop/Rap

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“LOVE STORY” (LOVE STORY (feat. IU)) is performed by Epik High, released on the album WE'VE DONE SOMETHING WONDERFUL 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

우리 한때 자석 같았다는 건

u-ri han-ttae ja-seok gat-ass-da-neun geon

한쪽만 등을 돌리면 멀어진다는 거였네

han-jjok-man deung-eul dol-ri-myeon meol-eo-jin-da-neun geo-yeoss-ne

가진 게 없던 내게 네가 준 상처 덕분에

ga-jin ge eop-deon nae-ge ne-ga jun sang-cheo deok-bun-e

나도 주인공이 돼보네 in a sad love story

na-do ju-in-gong-i dwae-bo-ne in a sad love story

별 볼 일 없던 내게 네가 준 이별 덕분에

byeol bol il eop-deon nae-ge ne-ga jun i-byeol deok-bun-e

나도 주인공이 돼보네 in a sad love story

na-do ju-in-gong-i dwae-bo-ne in a sad love story

In this sad love story

잊을 때도 됐는데

it-eul ttae-do dwaess-neun-de

Chorus

기억에 살만 붙어서 미련만 커지네

gi-eok-e sal-man but-eo-seo mi-ryeon-man keo-ji-ne

되돌아보면 가슴을 찢어지게 하는데

doe-dol-a-bo-myeon ga-seum-eul jjit-eo-ji-ge ha-neun-de

하필 전부 명장면이네

ha-pil jeon-bu myeong-jang-myeon-i-ne

기억나? 캄캄한 영화관

gi-eok-na? kam-kam-han yeong-hwa-gwan

너와 내 두 손이 처음 포개졌던 날

neo-wa nae du son-i cheo-eum po-gae-jyeoss-deon nal

감사했어 한평생 무수한 걸 짓고 무너뜨렸을 네 손이

gam-sa-haess-eo han-pyeong-saeng mu-su-han geol jis-go mu-neo-tteu-ryeoss-eul ne son-i

내 손에 정착한 것을

nae son-e jeong-chak-han geos-eul

기억나? 네가 가족사를 들려준 밤

gi-eok-na? ne-ga ga-jok-sa-reul deul-ryeo-jun bam

Verse 3

그건 나만 아는 너 한 조각 주고픈 마음

geu-geon na-man a-neun neo han jo-gak ju-go-peun ma-eum

비가 와 이불 밑에서

bi-ga wa i-bul mit-e-seo

넌 내 몸을 지붕 삼아 이 세상의 모든 비를 피했어

neon nae mom-eul ji-bung sam-a i se-sang-ui mo-deun bi-reul pi-haess-eo

다 기억나, 네가 없는 첫 아침도

da gi-eok-na, ne-ga eop-neun cheos a-chim-do

잘 참다 끝내 무너진 그 순간을

jal cham-da kkeut-nae mu-neo-jin geu sun-gan-eul

한참 울었거든 샤워실에서

han-cham ul-eoss-geo-deun sya-wo-sil-e-seo

비누에 붙은 너의 머리카락을 떼며

bi-nu-e but-eun neo-ui meo-ri-ka-rak-eul tte-myeo

가진 게 없던 내게 네가 준 상처 덕분에

ga-jin ge eop-deon nae-ge ne-ga jun sang-cheo deok-bun-e

Verse 4

나도 주인공이 돼보네 in a sad love story

na-do ju-in-gong-i dwae-bo-ne in a sad love story

별 볼 일 없던 내게 네가 준 이별 덕분에

byeol bol il eop-deon nae-ge ne-ga jun i-byeol deok-bun-e

나도 주인공이 돼보네 in a sad love story

na-do ju-in-gong-i dwae-bo-ne in a sad love story

In this sad love...

가랑비 같은 슬픔이라 위로했지만

ga-rang-bi gat-eun seul-peum-i-ra wi-ro-haess-ji-man

여전히 젖은 얼굴로 잠에서 깨

yeo-jeon-hi jeot-eun eol-gul-ro jam-e-seo kkae

계절은 무심코 변하고 앞만 보는데, 난 서성이네 여태

gye-jeol-eun mu-sim-ko byeon-ha-go ap-man bo-neun-de, nan seo-seong-i-ne yeo-tae

시간도 버리고 간 기억뿐인 네 옆에

si-gan-do beo-ri-go gan gi-eok-ppun-in ne yeop-e

Verse 5

잊지 못해

it-ji mos-hae

술기운에 이끌려 마주했었던 둘의 첫날밤

sul-gi-un-e i-kkeul-ryeo ma-ju-haess-eoss-deon dul-ui cheos-nal-bam

사실 술 한잔 부딪히기도 전에 취했지

sa-sil sul han-jan bu-dit-hi-gi-do jeon-e chwi-haess-ji

우리가 마신 건 운명인 것 같아

u-ri-ga ma-sin geon un-myeong-in geos gat-a

너무나 빠르게도 깨어난 우리

neo-mu-na ppa-reu-ge-do kkae-eo-nan u-ri

한때는 죽고 못 살 것만 같던 날들이

han-ttae-neun juk-go mos sal geos-man gat-deon nal-deul-i

전쟁 같은 매일이 돼

jeon-jaeng gat-eun mae-il-i dwae

죽일 듯 서로를 바라보며 맞이하게 된 눈물의 끝

juk-il deus seo-ro-reul ba-ra-bo-myeo mat-i-ha-ge doen nun-mul-ui kkeut

Verse 6

필연이라 믿던 첫 만남부터

pil-yeon-i-ra mit-deon cheos man-nam-bu-teo

악연이라며 돌아선 마지막까지도

ak-yeon-i-ra-myeo dol-a-seon ma-ji-mak-kka-ji-do

우린 서로 마주 보는 거울이었지

u-rin seo-ro ma-ju bo-neun geo-ul-i-eoss-ji

서로가 던진 눈빛에 깨질 때까지도

seo-ro-ga deon-jin nun-bit-e kkae-jil ttae-kka-ji-do

가진 게 없던 내게 네가 준 상처 덕분에

ga-jin ge eop-deon nae-ge ne-ga jun sang-cheo deok-bun-e

나도 주인공이 돼보네 in a sad love story

na-do ju-in-gong-i dwae-bo-ne in a sad love story

별 볼 일 없던 내게 네가 준 이별 덕분에

byeol bol il eop-deon nae-ge ne-ga jun i-byeol deok-bun-e

나도 주인공이 돼보네 in a sad love story

na-do ju-in-gong-i dwae-bo-ne in a sad love story

Verse 7

In this sad love...

나에게만 특별한 얘기

na-e-ge-man teuk-byeol-han yae-gi

참 진부하죠?

cham jin-bu-ha-jyo?

나만 이런 게 아닌 건 알지만

na-man i-reon ge a-nin geon al-ji-man

내가 이런 걸

nae-ga i-reon geol

줄 게 없었던 내게 남겨준 상처 덕분에

jul ge eop-eoss-deon nae-ge nam-gyeo-jun sang-cheo deok-bun-e

나도 누군가에게 주네 나 닮은 sad story

na-do nu-gun-ga-e-ge ju-ne na dal-eun sad story

다 처음이었던 내게 네가 준 두려움 덕분에

da cheo-eum-i-eoss-deon nae-ge ne-ga jun du-ryeo-um deok-bun-e

Verse 8

난 영원히 in a sad love story

nan yeong-won-hi in a sad love story

In this sad love story

우리 한때 자석 같았다는 건

u-ri han-ttae ja-seok gat-ass-da-neun geon

한쪽만 등을 돌리면 멀어진다는 거였네

han-jjok-man deung-eul dol-ri-myeon meol-eo-jin-da-neun geo-yeoss-ne

우리 한때 자석 같았다는 건

u-ri han-ttae ja-seok gat-ass-da-neun geon

한쪽만 등을 돌리면 남이 된다는 거였네

han-jjok-man deung-eul dol-ri-myeon nam-i doen-da-neun geo-yeoss-ne

서울 하늘엔 별 하나 없네

seo-ul ha-neul-en byeol ha-na eop-ne

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “LOVE STORY” by Epik High.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"LOVE STORY" (LOVE STORY (feat. IU)) 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 "LOVE STORY" 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, "LOVE STORY" 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 “LOVE STORY”?

"LOVE STORY" (LOVE STORY (feat. IU)) by Epik High is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, em...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “LOVE STORY”.

Performer (아티스트)Epik High
Album (앨범)WE'VE DONE SOMETHING WONDERFUL
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Epik High and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of LOVE STORY by Epik High?

"LOVE STORY" is performed by Epik High. 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 LOVE STORY by Epik High?

"LOVE STORY" is performed by Epik High, released on the album "WE'VE DONE SOMETHING WONDERFUL" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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