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Childish Adult (어른아이)

어른아이

Artist: Gummy•Album: For The Bloom
Tempo:75 BPM
Key:F Major
Language:80% KR • 20% EN
Year:2005
K-Pop
Ballad
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착한 아이처럼

chakhan aicheoreom

말만 잘 들으라 해서

malman jal deureura haeseo

시키는 대로 했는데

sikineun daero haetneunde

자꾸 지겨워해 yeah

jakku jigyeowohae yeah

내가 봐도 나는 정말 쉬웠어

naega bwado naneun jeongmal swiwosseo

난 울다가도 사랑 주면 웃었어

nan uldagado sarang jumyeon useosseo

늘 나를 쉽게 다루는 건

neul nareul swipge daruneun geon

막대사탕 같은 사랑 yeah

makdaesatang gateun sarang yeah

향기 가득 배어있는 단물이

hyanggi gadeuk baeeoitneun danmuri

꼭 보기 좋게 물들은 혀끝이

kkok bogi jotge muldeureun hyeokkeuti

나 혼자 가진 매력인 듯

na honja gajin maeryeogin deut

착각 속에 빠졌지만 yeah

chakgak soge ppajyeotjiman yeah

착한 아이처럼 oh

chakhan aicheoreom oh

말만 잘 들으라 해서

malman jal deureura haeseo

시키는 대로 했는데

sikineun daero haetneunde

자꾸 지겨워해 yeah

jakku jigyeowohae yeah

아무리 떼를 써도

amuri ttereul sseodo

차라리 토라져봐도

charari torajyeobwado

남자가 주는 이별에

namjaga juneun ibyeore

항상 울기만 해 oh, yeah

hangsang ulgiman hae oh, yeah

호기심에 다가오던 사랑이 (사랑이)

hogisime dagaodeon sarangi (sarangi)

내게 싫증 내고서 떠나도 (떠나도)

naege siljeung naegoseo tteonado (tteonado)

아이같이 금방 잊고

aigati geumbang itgo

다시 사랑받길 원해 yeah

dasi sarangbatgil wonhae yeah

착한 아이처럼 (착한 아이처럼)

chakhan aicheoreom (chakhan aicheoreom)

말만 잘 들으라 해서 (oh 들으라 해서)

malman jal deureura haeseo (oh deureura haeseo)

시키는 대로 했는데 (yeah, yeah, yeah)

sikineun daero haetneunde (yeah, yeah, yeah)

자꾸 지겨워해

jakku jigyeowohae

아무리 떼를 써도

amuri ttereul sseodo

차라리 토라져봐도

charari torajyeobwado

남자가 주는 이별에 (yeah, yeah)

namjaga juneun ibyeore (yeah, yeah)

항상 울기만 해 yeah, oh

hangsang ulgiman hae yeah, oh

남자들은 다 난 믿지 않아

namjadeureun da nan mitji anha

언제나 아픈 사랑도 더 하지 않아

eonjena apeun sarangdo deo haji anha

매일 밤 혼잣말로만 날 위로해도

maeil bam honjanmalroman nal wirohaedo

난 사랑 없이 못 사나 봐 못 사나 봐 (못 사나 봐)

nan sarang eopsi mot sana bwa mot sana bwa (mot sana bwa)

(Yeah, yeah, yeah) 첫사랑에 속고

(Yeah, yeah, yeah) cheotsarange sokgo

또 다른 시작을 해도 (oh, yeah)

tto dareun sijageul haedo (oh, yeah)

어느새 손을 놓은 채 yeah

eoneusae soneul noheun chae yeah

모두 떠나가네 oh

modu tteonagane oh

한숨이 늘어가고 (한숨이 늘어가고)

hansumi neureogago (hansumi neureogago)

눈물이 나를 적셔도 (oh, oh yeah)

nunmuri nareul jeoksyeodo (oh, oh yeah)

반복된 사랑놀이에 yeah

banbokdoen sarangnorie yeah

울고 웃네 yeah

ulgo unne yeah

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“Childish Adult (어른아이)” (어른아이) is performed by Gummy, released on the album For The Bloom in 2005.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"Childish Adult (어른아이)" (어른아이) by Gummy 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 "Childish Adult (어른아이)" 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, "Childish Adult (어른아이)" showcases Gummy's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.

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Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)

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한 & 정 (Affection & Longing)
정 (情)(Jeong)

Indelible Emotional Attachment

In Korean philosophy, "Jeong" is an untranslatable, unspoken bond of profound affection that grows organically through shared time and vulnerability. In "Childish Adult (어른아이)", Gummy channels this warm resonance, portraying love not as an ephemeral spark, but as enduring emotional rootedness.

인연 (Destined Karmic Ties)
인연 (因緣)(Inyeon)

Predestined Soul Connections

Rooted in Eastern Buddhist philosophy, "Inyeon" suggests that every meaningful human relationship is the culmination of karmic encounters across thousands of lifetimes. The lyrical narrative of "Childish Adult (어른아이)" reflects this cosmic gravity, framing intimacy as a fated meeting rather than mere chance.

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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

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Q: What is the core artistic message of “Childish Adult (어른아이)”?

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Q: How does “Childish Adult (어른아이)” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Indelible Emotional Attachment and nuanced vocal delivery, Gummy bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

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Performer (아티스트)Gummy
Album (앨범)For The Bloom
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Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for Gummy
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What is the English translation and meaning of Childish Adult (어른아이) by Gummy?

"Childish Adult (어른아이)" is performed by Gummy. 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 Childish Adult (어른아이) by Gummy?

"Childish Adult (어른아이)" is performed by Gummy, released on the album "For The Bloom" in 2005. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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