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WHO YOU?

WHO YOU?

Artist: G-DRAGON•Album: COUP D'ETAT
Tempo:85 BPM
Key:G Major
Language:51% KR • 49% EN
Year:2013
K-Pop
Hip-Hop/Rap
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Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

Verse 1
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Baby, I love you 이렇게 말하지만

Baby, I love you i-reot-ge mal-ha-ji-man

내 마음은 왠지 하나도 좋지 않아

nae ma-eum-eun waen-ji ha-na-do jot-ji an-a

I want you, I need you 노래 부르지만

I want you, I need you no-rae bu-reu-ji-man

I don't know why I feel bad 니가 뭔데

I don't know why I feel bad ni-ga mwon-de

축하해 그새 다른 남자를 또 만나

chuk-ha-hae geu-sae da-reun nam-ja-reul tto man-na

잘됐음 해 아직 좀 이르다만

jal-dwaess-eum hae a-jik jom i-reu-da-man

난 네가 좋아하면 그 뿐이라고

nan ne-ga jot-a-ha-myeon geu ppun-i-ra-go

But 자꾸 화가나 baby 대체 니가 뭔데

But ja-kku hwa-ga-na baby dae-che ni-ga mwon-de

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Chorus
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두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du

두두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du-du

두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du

Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh

두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du

두두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du-du

두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du

Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh

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Verse 3
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Baby, I miss you 왜 자꾸 너만 생각나

Baby, I miss you wae ja-kku neo-man saeng-gak-na

다른 사람 못 만나 원하지 않아

da-reun sa-ram mos man-na won-ha-ji an-a

널 사랑하는지도 미워하는지도

neol sa-rang-ha-neun-ji-do mi-wo-ha-neun-ji-do

구분이 안가 매일 헷갈려 아직도

gu-bun-i an-ga mae-il hes-gal-ryeo a-jik-do

I don't know why I feel bad 니가 뭔데

I don't know why I feel bad ni-ga mwon-de

눈 앞에 알짱거려 그 놈과 팔짱 걸며 이건 경우가

nun ap-e al-jjang-geo-ryeo geu nom-gwa pal-jjang geol-myeo i-geon gyeong-u-ga

아니지 장난쳐 누구 놀려?

a-ni-ji jang-nan-chyeo nu-gu nol-ryeo?

어머? 엔간히 좀 해라 에라이 거리에서

eo-meo? en-gan-hi jom hae-ra e-ra-i geo-ri-e-seo

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Verse 4
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핀 한 쌍의 더러운 개나리

pin han ssang-ui deo-reo-un gae-na-ri

내가 너에게 못 사준 비싼 백에 구두

nae-ga neo-e-ge mos sa-jun bi-ssan baek-e gu-du

대신 사버린 눈물 젖은 배게

dae-sin sa-beo-rin nun-mul jeot-eun bae-ge

왜 넌 행복하고 난 불행해야 하는 건데

wae neon haeng-bok-ha-go nan bul-haeng-hae-ya ha-neun geon-de

대체 니가 뭔데

dae-che ni-ga mwon-de

두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du

두두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du-du

두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du

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Verse 5
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Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh

두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du

두두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du-du

두두두두두두두

du-du-du-du-du-du-du

Oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh-oh

Baby, I just want you back

I want you back, I want you back

Baby, I know it's too late

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Verse 6
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It just too late, it just too late

Baby, I just want you back

I want you back, I want you back

Baby, I know it's too late

It just too late, it just too late

싸워라 빌어 헤어져라 빌어

ssa-wo-ra bil-eo he-eo-jyeo-ra bil-eo

내게로 다시 돌아와 달라고 늘 빌어

nae-ge-ro da-si dol-a-wa dal-ra-go neul bil-eo

동네마다 거리마다 애써 찾아 다니며

dong-ne-ma-da geo-ri-ma-da ae-sseo chat-a da-ni-myeo

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Verse 7
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걔네 요즘 안 좋던데 라고 일러

gyae-ne yo-jeum an jot-deon-de ra-go il-reo

구차하고 찌질해 나 원래 찌질해

gu-cha-ha-go jji-jil-hae na won-rae jji-jil-hae

몰랐어 너도 마찬가지야 나쁜 기집애

mol-rass-eo neo-do ma-chan-ga-ji-ya na-ppeun gi-jip-ae

내가 더 잘할게 한번 만나 줄래

nae-ga deo jal-hal-ge han-beon man-na jul-rae

귀찮게 안 할게 제발 돌아와줄래

gwi-chan-ge an hal-ge je-bal dol-a-wa-jul-rae

Baby, I hate you (No, no, no, no, no, no)

Baby, I loved you (Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes)

My baby, hate you (No, no, no, no, no, no)

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Verse 8
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Baby, love you (두두두두)

Baby, love you (du-du-du-du)

니가 뭔데

ni-ga mwon-de

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Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“WHO YOU?” (WHO YOU?) is performed by G-DRAGON, released on the album COUP D'ETAT in 2013.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"WHO YOU?" (WHO YOU?) by G-DRAGON is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations and authentic self-expression, inviting listeners into an introspective lyrical journey framed by striking vocal harmonies.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean lyricism in "WHO YOU?" utilizes poetic imagery and cultural nuance. Through contrasting acoustic intimacy and dynamic rhythmic hooks, the song weaves Korean metaphorical phrases with accessible pop hooks, exploring how fleeting connections leave indelible emotional footprints.

3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering

Engineered with modern production techniques, "WHO YOU?" showcases G-DRAGON's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.

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청춘 (Youth & Somatic Energy)
청춘 (靑春)(Cheongchun)

Fearless Youth & Resilience

Literally translating to "blue spring", Cheongchun embodies the transient, fiercely passionate prime of youth. "WHO YOU?" captures this ethos with relentless rhythmic momentum, encouraging listeners to push past self-doubt and celebrate their authentic identity.

언어유희 (Wordplay & Double Entendre)
언어유희(Eoneo-yu-hui)

Bilingual Wordplay & Rhyme Schemes

K-Pop songwriting frequently weaves English hooks seamlessly with Korean idioms to create multi-layered homophones and rhythmic cadences. In "WHO YOU?", G-DRAGON balances Korean poetic imagery with universal pop motifs to maximize vocal singability.

🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, inner feelings
Untranslatable Korean depth of genuine soul and emotion
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
The expressive vehicle conveying raw passion
사랑(Sarang)
Love, devotion
Core theme of romantic and communal attachment

❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries

Q: What is the core artistic message of “WHO YOU?”?

"WHO YOU?" (WHO YOU?) by G-DRAGON is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public ...

Q: How does “WHO YOU?” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Fearless Youth & Resilience and nuanced vocal delivery, G-DRAGON bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

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Performer (아티스트)G-DRAGON
Album (앨범)COUP D'ETAT
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Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for G-DRAGON
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for G-DRAGON
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What is the English translation and meaning of WHO YOU? by G-DRAGON?

"WHO YOU?" is performed by G-DRAGON. 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 WHO YOU? by G-DRAGON?

"WHO YOU?" is performed by G-DRAGON, released on the album "COUP D'ETAT" in 2013. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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