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Be Myself

Be Myself

Artist: gugudan•Album: Act.5 New Action - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English51% KR📅 2018K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Be Myself” (Be Myself) is performed by gugudan, released on the album Act.5 New Action - EP in 2018.

💡 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

날 향한 차가운 눈빛

nal hyang-han cha-ga-un nun-bit

둘러싼 소문만 참 많아

dul-reo-ssan so-mun-man cham man-a

걱정 마 난 강인하니까

geok-jeong ma nan gang-in-ha-ni-kka

사소한 것에 겁내지 않아

sa-so-han geos-e geop-nae-ji an-a

더 강하게 ooh-ah, yeah

deo gang-ha-ge ooh-ah, yeah

더 당당하게 ooh-ah, yeah

deo dang-dang-ha-ge ooh-ah, yeah

한계를 뛰어넘어 위험해도 좋아

han-gye-reul ttwi-eo-neom-eo wi-heom-hae-do jot-a

더 색다른 날 보여줄게 oh

deo saek-da-reun nal bo-yeo-jul-ge oh

Chorus

Be yourself 더 이상 망설이지 마

Be yourself deo i-sang mang-seol-i-ji ma

뭐든 네 멋대로

mwo-deun ne meos-dae-ro

우리에겐 내일은 없어

u-ri-e-gen nae-il-eun eop-eo

난 규칙 따윈 몰라 모두가 깜짝 놀라

nan gyu-chik tta-win mol-ra mo-du-ga kkam-jjak nol-ra

다쳐도 좋아 바로 지금

da-chyeo-do jot-a ba-ro ji-geum

Do it now

누가 뭐래도

nu-ga mwo-rae-do

Nothing like what I do, do, do

Verse 3

내가 뭘 해도

nae-ga mwol hae-do

Good thing (good thing)

좀 더 자유롭게 be myself

jom deo ja-yu-rop-ge be myself

난 내 멋대로 살래

nan nae meos-dae-ro sal-rae

잘 지켜봐 yeah

jal ji-kyeo-bwa yeah

What I do

Be myself, be myself, be myself

가장 나답게

ga-jang na-dap-ge

Verse 4

위험해 위험해 위험해

wi-heom-hae wi-heom-hae wi-heom-hae

Be myself, be myself, be myself

이 밤이 가기 전에

i bam-i ga-gi jeon-e

위험해 위험해 위험해

wi-heom-hae wi-heom-hae wi-heom-hae

더 색다른 나를 보여 줄게

deo saek-da-reun na-reul bo-yeo jul-ge

오늘이 가기 전에

o-neul-i ga-gi jeon-e

Ay, 어딜 가나 눈에 띄는 나니

Ay, eo-dil ga-na nun-e ttui-neun na-ni

가는 곳마다 난 받지 손가락질

ga-neun gos-ma-da nan bat-ji son-ga-rak-jil

Verse 5

나 나 같은 애 본 적 없다면 다 주목해라

na na gat-eun ae bon jeok eop-da-myeon da ju-mok-hae-ra

Boys & girls 머뭇거리지 마

Boys & girls meo-mus-geo-ri-ji ma

Be yourself

눈이 부시게 걸어갈 my way

nun-i bu-si-ge geol-eo-gal my way

날 지켜봐 yeah

nal ji-kyeo-bwa yeah

누가 뭐래도

nu-ga mwo-rae-do

Nothing like what I do, do, do

내가 뭘 해도

nae-ga mwol hae-do

Verse 6

Good thing (good thing)

좀 더 자유롭게 be myself

jom deo ja-yu-rop-ge be myself

난 내 멋대로 살래

nan nae meos-dae-ro sal-rae

잘 지켜봐 yeah

jal ji-kyeo-bwa yeah

What I do

내가 결정해 나다운 게 뭔지 oh

nae-ga gyeol-jeong-hae na-da-un ge mwon-ji oh

눈치 보지 말고 좀 더 자신 있게

nun-chi bo-ji mal-go jom deo ja-sin iss-ge

나를 보여줄래

na-reul bo-yeo-jul-rae

Verse 7

고민하지 마

go-min-ha-ji ma

Nothing like what I do, do, do

끌리는 대로

kkeul-ri-neun dae-ro

Good thing (good thing)

너를 표현해봐 be yourself

neo-reul pyo-hyeon-hae-bwa be yourself

세상을 너로 칠해

se-sang-eul neo-ro chil-hae

널 보여줘 yeah

neol bo-yeo-jwo yeah

What you do

Verse 8

Be myself, be myself, be myself

가장 나답게

ga-jang na-dap-ge

위험해 위험해 위험해

wi-heom-hae wi-heom-hae wi-heom-hae

Be myself, be myself, be myself

이 밤이 가기 전에

i bam-i ga-gi jeon-e

위험해 위험해 위험해

wi-heom-hae wi-heom-hae wi-heom-hae

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Be Myself” by gugudan.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Be Myself" (Be Myself) by gugudan 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 "Be Myself" 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, "Be Myself" highlights gugudan'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 “Be Myself”?

"Be Myself" (Be Myself) by gugudan is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnera...

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

Use the K-Lyrics Sing-Along Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch lock, loop fast verses, and practice real-time tongue placement.

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Be Myself”.

Performer (아티스트)gugudan
Album (앨범)Act.5 New Action - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under gugudan 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 Be Myself by gugudan?

"Be Myself" is performed by gugudan. 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 Be Myself with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Be Myself by gugudan?

"Be Myself" is performed by gugudan, released on the album "Act.5 New Action - EP" in 2018. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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