Not That Type album artwork

Not That Type

Not That Type

Artist: gugudan•Album: Act.5 New Action - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English46% KR📅 2018K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Not That Type” (Not That Type) 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

좀부족해 내가 참을성이

jom-bu-jok-hae nae-ga cham-eul-seong-i

얌전하게 기다리기 하고픈 대로

yam-jeon-ha-ge gi-da-ri-gi ha-go-peun dae-ro

난 있잖아 걔네들과는 달라 (yeah)

nan iss-jan-a gyae-ne-deul-gwa-neun dal-ra (yeah)

고분고분 상냥하게 (you know) 내키는 대로

go-bun-go-bun sang-nyang-ha-ge (you know) nae-ki-neun dae-ro

난 나답게

nan na-dap-ge

사랑하는 걸 바래 바래

sa-rang-ha-neun geol ba-rae ba-rae

먼저 다가갈래 갈래

meon-jeo da-ga-gal-rae gal-rae

넌거기 있어 baby

neon-geo-gi iss-eo baby

Chorus

딱거기 있어 지금 갈게

ttak-geo-gi iss-eo ji-geum gal-ge

내가 내가 좋아한대

nae-ga nae-ga jot-a-han-dae

네가 내 맘에 든대 너는 어때

ne-ga nae mam-e deun-dae neo-neun eo-ttae

난 돌려 표현 못 해

nan dol-ryeo pyo-hyeon mos hae

I'm not that type

싫다 좋다 그냥 말해

sil-da jot-da geu-nyang mal-hae

대답은 간단하게 심플하게

dae-dap-eun gan-dan-ha-ge sim-peul-ha-ge

난 애매한 건 질색

nan ae-mae-han geon jil-saek

Verse 3

I'm not that type 쿨해 like that

I'm not that type kul-hae like that

Ooh oh, ooh oh, ooh oh

I'm not that type 쿨해 like that

I'm not that type kul-hae like that

Ooh oh, ooh oh, ooh oh

I'm not that type 쿨해 like that

I'm not that type kul-hae like that

난 솔직해 거짓말은 멀리

nan sol-jik-hae geo-jis-mal-eun meol-ri

가식 따위 필요 없어

ga-sik tta-wi pil-yo eop-eo

끌리는 대로

kkeul-ri-neun dae-ro

Verse 4

난 나답게

nan na-dap-ge

Right now (yes)

Right now (no)

말해 oh 어서 대답해 baby

mal-hae oh eo-seo dae-dap-hae baby

Right now (yes)

Right now (no)

말해 yeah 대답해 baby

mal-hae yeah dae-dap-hae baby

있는 그대로 말해 말해

iss-neun geu-dae-ro mal-hae mal-hae

Verse 5

주저 없이 원해 원해

ju-jeo eop-i won-hae won-hae

넌 거기 있어 baby

neon geo-gi iss-eo baby

딱 거기 있어 지금 갈게

ttak geo-gi iss-eo ji-geum gal-ge

내가 내가 좋아한대 (한대)

nae-ga nae-ga jot-a-han-dae (han-dae)

네가 내 맘에 든대 너는 어때

ne-ga nae mam-e deun-dae neo-neun eo-ttae

난 돌려 표현 못 해

nan dol-ryeo pyo-hyeon mos hae

I'm not that type

싫다 좋다 그냥 말해 (말해)

sil-da jot-da geu-nyang mal-hae (mal-hae)

Verse 6

대답은 간단하게 심플하게

dae-dap-eun gan-dan-ha-ge sim-peul-ha-ge

난 애매한 건 질색

nan ae-mae-han geon jil-saek

I'm not that type 쿨해 like that

I'm not that type kul-hae like that

(I'm not that type) Woo!

Ooh oh, ooh oh, ooh oh

I'm not that type 쿨해 like that

I'm not that type kul-hae like that

Ooh oh, ooh oh, ooh oh

I'm not that type 쿨해 like that

I'm not that type kul-hae like that

Verse 7

Woah 미안 미안 미안 미안해

Woah mi-an mi-an mi-an mi-an-hae

Woah 미안 미안 미안 미안해

Woah mi-an mi-an mi-an mi-an-hae

내가 좀 당돌해 (aha!)

nae-ga jom dang-dol-hae (aha!)

게다가 저돌적 (aha!)

ge-da-ga jeo-dol-jeok (aha!)

밀당 같은 거에 시간 낭비 안 하지 yeah

mil-dang gat-eun geo-e si-gan nang-bi an ha-ji yeah

쿨해 like that woo!

kul-hae like that woo!

내가 내가 좋아한대

nae-ga nae-ga jot-a-han-dae

네가 내 맘에 든대 너는 어때

ne-ga nae mam-e deun-dae neo-neun eo-ttae

Verse 8

난 돌려 표현 못 해

nan dol-ryeo pyo-hyeon mos hae

I'm not that type

싫다 좋다 그냥 말해 (aha!)

sil-da jot-da geu-nyang mal-hae (aha!)

대답은 간단하게 심플하게 (aha!)

dae-dap-eun gan-dan-ha-ge sim-peul-ha-ge (aha!)

난 애매한 건 질색 (aha!)

nan ae-mae-han geon jil-saek (aha!)

I'm not that type 쿨해 like that

I'm not that type kul-hae like that

Ooh oh, ooh oh, ooh oh

I'm not that type 쿨해 like that

I'm not that type kul-hae like that

Verse 9

Ooh oh, ooh oh, ooh oh

I'm not that type 쿨해 like that

I'm not that type kul-hae like that

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Not That Type” by gugudan.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Not That Type" (Not That Type) 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 "Not That Type" 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, "Not That Type" 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 “Not That Type”?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Not That Type”.

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 Not That Type by gugudan?

"Not That Type" 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.

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Who wrote and produced Not That Type by gugudan?

"Not That Type" 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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