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I Know

I Know

Artist: EXIDAlbum: Street
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English65% KR📅 2016K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

I Know (I Know) is performed by EXID, released on the album Street in 2016.

💡 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

They say stop it 그 남잔 아니라고

They say stop it geu nam-jan a-ni-ra-go

네가 아까워 제발 정신 좀 차리라고

ne-ga a-kka-wo je-bal jeong-sin jom cha-ri-ra-go

I say but I like him 그 정돈 아니라고

I say but I like him geu jeong-don a-ni-ra-go

조금만 더 만나고 나서 끝낼 거라고

jo-geum-man deo man-na-go na-seo kkeut-nael geo-ra-go

내 주변 친한 언니들부터

nae ju-byeon chin-han eon-ni-deul-bu-teo

친동생까지도 날 말려

chin-dong-saeng-kka-ji-do nal mal-ryeo

나도 다 알아 아닌 거 알면서 그래

na-do da al-a a-nin geo al-myeon-seo geu-rae

체험하는 거지 내 담력

che-heom-ha-neun geo-ji nae dam-ryeok

오지도 않는 문자에 우울해

o-ji-do an-neun mun-ja-e u-ul-hae

괜히 마시지도 못하는 술에

gwaen-hi ma-si-ji-do mos-ha-neun sul-e

취해서 전화기만 들었다 놨다

chwi-hae-seo jeon-hwa-gi-man deul-eoss-da nwass-da

내 맘속엔 서러움만 흐르네

nae mam-sok-en seo-reo-um-man heu-reu-ne

아닌 거란걸 알면서 왜 자꾸 이러는지

a-nin geo-ran-geol al-myeon-seo wae ja-kku i-reo-neun-ji

알면서 왜 또 이러는 건지

al-myeon-seo wae tto i-reo-neun geon-ji

아닐 거란 거 알면서 네게 미련 두는 나

a-nil geo-ran geo al-myeon-seo ne-ge mi-ryeon du-neun na

얼마나 바보 같은 지 나만 이런 건지 oh

eol-ma-na ba-bo gat-eun ji na-man i-reon geon-ji oh

I know, I know, I know, I know, I know

I know, I know, I know, I know

걘 불처럼 화내고

gyaen bul-cheo-reom hwa-nae-go

난 마른 장작처럼 타들어가

nan ma-reun jang-jak-cheo-reom ta-deul-eo-ga

얼굴 서로 맞대고

eol-gul seo-ro mat-dae-go

막 끝낼 것처럼 내 속 다 긁어놔

mak kkeut-nael geos-cheo-reom nae sok da geul-eo-nwa

항상 중요한 본인 기분과 입장

hang-sang jung-yo-han bon-in gi-bun-gwa ip-jang

죽기보다 싫은 침묵 속 긴장

juk-gi-bo-da sil-eun chim-muk sok gin-jang

Anyway I loved him, just the way he was

Don't say you don't know why

자주 연락이 안돼도 계속 기다렸어

ja-ju yeon-rak-i an-dwae-do gye-sok gi-da-ryeoss-eo

Don't say you don't know why

뭐든 멋대로 할 때도 매번 참아줬어

mwo-deun meos-dae-ro hal ttae-do mae-beon cham-a-jwoss-eo

Now you tell me why

이젠 내게 말해 도대체 뭐였는데

i-jen nae-ge mal-hae do-dae-che mwo-yeoss-neun-de

다들 그만두라는데 아직까지도 난

da-deul geu-man-du-ra-neun-de a-jik-kka-ji-do nan

아닌 거란걸 알면서 왜 자꾸 이러는지

a-nin geo-ran-geol al-myeon-seo wae ja-kku i-reo-neun-ji

알면서 왜 또 이러는 건지

al-myeon-seo wae tto i-reo-neun geon-ji

아닐 거란 거 알면서 네게 미련 두는 나

a-nil geo-ran geo al-myeon-seo ne-ge mi-ryeon du-neun na

얼마나 바보 같은 지 나만 이런 건지 oh

eol-ma-na ba-bo gat-eun ji na-man i-reon geon-ji oh

They say stop it 이젠 그만두라고

They say stop it i-jen geu-man-du-ra-go

너를 정말 아껴서 네게 하는 말이라고

neo-reul jeong-mal a-kkyeo-seo ne-ge ha-neun mal-i-ra-go

I say yeah, I know it 나도 알고 있다고

I say yeah, I know it na-do al-go iss-da-go

나도 이런 내가 너무 미워죽겠다고

na-do i-reon nae-ga neo-mu mi-wo-juk-gess-da-go

아닌 거란걸 알면서 왜 자꾸 이러는지

a-nin geo-ran-geol al-myeon-seo wae ja-kku i-reo-neun-ji

알면서 왜 또 이러는 건지

al-myeon-seo wae tto i-reo-neun geon-ji

아닐 거란 거 알면서 네게 미련 두는 나

a-nil geo-ran geo al-myeon-seo ne-ge mi-ryeon du-neun na

얼마나 바보 같은 지 나만 이런 건지 oh

eol-ma-na ba-bo gat-eun ji na-man i-reon geon-ji oh

I know, I know, I know, I know, I know

I know, I know, I know. I know

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind I Know by EXID.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"I Know" (I Know) by EXID 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 Know" 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 Know" highlights EXID'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 Know”?

"I Know" (I Know) by EXID 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 Know.

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

Common questions about I Know, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of I Know by EXID?

"I Know" is performed by EXID. 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 Know with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced I Know by EXID?

"I Know" is performed by EXID, released on the album "Street" in 2016. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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