If Only album artwork

If Only

If Only

🇰🇷 Korean📅 2017K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

If Only (If Only) is performed by gugudan, released on the album The Legend of the Blue Sea (Original Television Soundtrack), Pt. 10 - Single in 2017.

💡 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

긴 꿈을 꾸다 깨어난 걸까 내가 널 알아본 순간

gin kkum-eul kku-da kkae-eo-nan geol-kka nae-ga neol al-a-bon sun-gan

이름도 없던 내 사랑은 시작된 건지도 몰라

i-reum-do eop-deon nae sa-rang-eun si-jak-doen geon-ji-do mol-ra

널 알기 전 저 하늘도

neol al-gi jeon jeo ha-neul-do

늘 이렇게 눈부셨던 걸까

neul i-reot-ge nun-bu-syeoss-deon geol-kka

만에 하나 우리 사랑이 된다면

man-e ha-na u-ri sa-rang-i doen-da-myeon

만에 하나 너와 시작될 수 있다면

man-e ha-na neo-wa si-jak-doel su iss-da-myeon

아껴 왔던 마음과 끝을 모를 사랑을

a-kkyeo wass-deon ma-eum-gwa kkeut-eul mo-reul sa-rang-eul

널 위해 쓸 거야내 모든 순간을 다

neol wi-hae sseul geo-ya-nae mo-deun sun-gan-eul da

너에게

neo-e-ge

난 너와 보고 또 너와 듣고

nan neo-wa bo-go tto neo-wa deut-go

너와 숨 쉬는 모든 게

neo-wa sum swi-neun mo-deun ge

버릴 거 없이 행복해서

beo-ril geo eop-i haeng-bok-hae-seo

네 옆에 멈추고 싶어

ne yeop-e meom-chu-go sip-eo

널 알기 전 흐릿했던

neol al-gi jeon heu-ris-haess-deon

내 모든 게 기억나질 않아

nae mo-deun ge gi-eok-na-jil an-a

만에 하나 우리 사랑이 된다면

man-e ha-na u-ri sa-rang-i doen-da-myeon

만에 하나 너와 시작될 수 있다면

man-e ha-na neo-wa si-jak-doel su iss-da-myeon

아껴 왔던 마음과 끝을 모를 사랑을

a-kkyeo wass-deon ma-eum-gwa kkeut-eul mo-reul sa-rang-eul

널 위해 쓸 거야 내 모든 순간을 다

neol wi-hae sseul geo-ya nae mo-deun sun-gan-eul da

너에게

neo-e-ge

(기억해) 기억해(이곳에) 있을게

(gi-eok-hae) gi-eok-hae(i-gos-e) iss-eul-ge

(영원히) 영원히

(yeong-won-hi) yeong-won-hi

(이렇게) 네 곁에

(i-reot-ge) ne gyeot-e

단 하루만 내게 허락된다 해도

dan ha-ru-man nae-ge heo-rak-doen-da hae-do

단 하루만 너와 사랑할 수 있다면

dan ha-ru-man neo-wa sa-rang-hal su iss-da-myeon

잊지 못할 오늘과변치 않을 기억들

it-ji mos-hal o-neul-gwa-byeon-chi an-eul gi-eok-deul

내가 가진 사랑을

nae-ga ga-jin sa-rang-eul

모두 다

mo-du da

널 위해 쓸 거야

neol wi-hae sseul geo-ya

마지막 숨까지 다

ma-ji-mak sum-kka-ji da

너에게

neo-e-ge

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind If Only by gugudan.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"If Only" (If Only) 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 "If Only" 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, "If Only" 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 “If Only”?

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

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for If Only.

Performer (아티스트)gugudan
Album (앨범)The Legend of the Blue Sea (Original Television Soundtrack), Pt. 10 - Single
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 If Only by gugudan?

"If Only" 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 If Only with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced If Only by gugudan?

"If Only" is performed by gugudan, released on the album "The Legend of the Blue Sea (Original Television Soundtrack), Pt. 10 - Single" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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