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Rough

Rough

Artist: GFRIENDAlbum: SNOWFLAKE
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English91% KR📅 2016K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Rough (Rough) is performed by GFRIEND, released on the album SNOWFLAKE 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

다가서지 못하고 헤매이고 있어

da-ga-seo-ji mos-ha-go he-mae-i-go iss-eo

좋아하지만 다른 곳을 보고 있어

jot-a-ha-ji-man da-reun gos-eul bo-go iss-eo

가까워지려고 하면 할수록

ga-kka-wo-ji-ryeo-go ha-myeon hal-su-rok

멀어져 가는 우리 둘의 마음처럼

meol-eo-jyeo ga-neun u-ri dul-ui ma-eum-cheo-reom

만나지 못해 맴돌고 있어

man-na-ji mos-hae maem-dol-go iss-eo

우린 마치 평행선처럼

u-rin ma-chi pyeong-haeng-seon-cheo-reom

말도 안 돼, 우린 반드시 만날 거야

mal-do an dwae, u-rin ban-deu-si man-nal geo-ya

기다릴게, 언제까지나

gi-da-ril-ge, eon-je-kka-ji-na

미처 말하지 못했어, 다만 너를 좋아했어

mi-cheo mal-ha-ji mos-haess-eo, da-man neo-reul jot-a-haess-eo

어린 날의 꿈처럼, 마치 기적처럼

eo-rin nal-ui kkum-cheo-reom, ma-chi gi-jeok-cheo-reom

시간을 달려서 어른이 될 수만 있다면

si-gan-eul dal-ryeo-seo eo-reun-i doel su-man iss-da-myeon

(거친 세상 속에서) 손을 잡아 줄게

(geo-chin se-sang sok-e-seo) son-eul jap-a jul-ge

다가서려 해 봐도 엇갈리고 있어

da-ga-seo-ryeo hae bwa-do eos-gal-ri-go iss-eo

좋아한단 말도 아직 못 하고 있어, whoa

jot-a-han-dan mal-do a-jik mos ha-go iss-eo, whoa

머뭇거리는 널 보고 있으면

meo-mus-geo-ri-neun neol bo-go iss-eu-myeon

우린 아직도 많이 어리긴 한가 봐

u-rin a-jik-do man-i eo-ri-gin han-ga bwa

좁혀지지 않아, 한 끗 차이

jop-hyeo-ji-ji an-a, han kkeus cha-i

우린 마치 평행선처럼

u-rin ma-chi pyeong-haeng-seon-cheo-reom

언젠가는 못다 한 말을 전할 거야

eon-jen-ga-neun mos-da han mal-eul jeon-hal geo-ya

다가갈게, 언제까지나

da-ga-gal-ge, eon-je-kka-ji-na

미처 말하지 못했어, 다만 너를 좋아했어

mi-cheo mal-ha-ji mos-haess-eo, da-man neo-reul jot-a-haess-eo

어린 날의 꿈처럼, 마치 기적처럼

eo-rin nal-ui kkum-cheo-reom, ma-chi gi-jeok-cheo-reom

시간을 달려서 어른이 될 수만 있다면

si-gan-eul dal-ryeo-seo eo-reun-i doel su-man iss-da-myeon

(거친 세상 속에서) 손을 잡아 줄게

(geo-chin se-sang sok-e-seo) son-eul jap-a jul-ge

시간 속에 갇혀 길을 헤매여도

si-gan sok-e gat-hyeo gil-eul he-mae-yeo-do

그렇지만 우린 결국 만날 거야

geu-reot-ji-man u-rin gyeol-guk man-nal geo-ya

진심인 것만 알아 줘 정말

jin-sim-in geos-man al-a jwo jeong-mal

서툴기만 한대도

seo-tul-gi-man han-dae-do

Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa, yeah

미처 말하지 못했어, 다만 너를 좋아했어 (하는 달게)

mi-cheo mal-ha-ji mos-haess-eo, da-man neo-reul jot-a-haess-eo (ha-neun dal-ge)

어린 날의 꿈처럼, 마치 기적처럼 (oh, oh, whoa)

eo-rin nal-ui kkum-cheo-reom, ma-chi gi-jeok-cheo-reom (oh, oh, whoa)

시간을 달려서 어른이 될 수만 있다면 (oh, oh-oh)

si-gan-eul dal-ryeo-seo eo-reun-i doel su-man iss-da-myeon (oh, oh-oh)

(거친 세상 속에서) 너를 안아 줄게

(geo-chin se-sang sok-e-seo) neo-reul an-a jul-ge

이거 하나만 약속해 (oh), 변치 않기를 바랄게 (ooh)

i-geo ha-na-man yak-sok-hae (oh), byeon-chi an-gi-reul ba-ral-ge (ooh)

그때도 지금처럼 날 향해 웃어 줘

geu-ttae-do ji-geum-cheo-reom nal hyang-hae us-eo jwo

시간이 흘러서 어른이 될 수만 있다면

si-gan-i heul-reo-seo eo-reun-i doel su-man iss-da-myeon

(엇갈림 그 속에서) 손을 잡아 줄게

(eos-gal-rim geu sok-e-seo) son-eul jap-a jul-ge

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Rough by GFRIEND.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Rough" (Rough) by GFRIEND 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 "Rough" 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, "Rough" highlights GFRIEND'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 “Rough”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Rough” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for Rough.

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

Common questions about Rough, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Rough by GFRIEND?

"Rough" is performed by GFRIEND. 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 Rough with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Rough by GFRIEND?

"Rough" is performed by GFRIEND, released on the album "SNOWFLAKE" in 2016. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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