Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation
벌써 넌 내가 편하니
beolsseo neon naega pyeonhani
웃으며 인사할 만큼
useumyeo insahal mankeum
까맣게 나를 잊었니
kkamatge nareul ijeotni
니 곁에 있는 사람
ni gyeote itneun saram
소개할 만큼
sogaehal mankeum
견디긴 너무 힘든데
gyeondigin neomu himdeunde
자꾸만 울고 싶은데
jakkuman ulgo sipeunde
내 옆이 아닌 자리에
nae yeopi anin jarie
너를 보고 있는 게
neoreul bogo itneun ge
왜 그게 행복한 걸까
wae geuge haengbokhan geolkka
친구라도 될 걸 그랬어 모두 다 잊고서
chingurado doel geol geuraesseo modu da itgoseo
다른 사람 만나는 널 보아도 슬프지 않게
dareun saram mannaneun neol boado seulpeuji ange
그저 바라보고 있었어
geujeo barabogo isseosseo
한참 동안 니 옆에 그 사람까지도
hancham dongan ni yeope geu saramkkajido
잠시라도 더 보려고
jamsirado deo boryeogo
다시 혹시라도 널 보게 되면
dasi hoksirado neol boge doemyeon
그땐 모르는 척 해볼게
geuttaen moreuneun cheok haebolge
웃어도 볼게 지금의 너처럼
useodo bolge jigeumeui neocheoreom
눈 감지 말고 보낼걸
nun gamji malgo bonaelgeol
가는 널 꼭 지켜볼걸
ganeun neol kkok jikyeobolgeol
차가운 너의 걸음에
chagaun neoeui georeume
마지막 내 눈물도
majimak nae nunmuldo
묻혀서 보내버릴걸
muthyeoseo bonaebeorilgeol
너무 모진 너의 모습이 미워져버려서
neomu mojin neoeui moseubi miwojyeobeoryeoseo
다른 사람 만나는 널 보아도 슬프지 않게
dareun saram mannaneun neol boado seulpeuji ange
그저 바라보고 있었어
geujeo barabogo isseosseo
한참 동안 니 옆에 그 사람까지도
hancham dongan ni yeope geu saramkkajido
잠시라도 더 보려고
jamsirado deo boryeogo
다시 혹시라도 널 보게 되면
dasi hoksirado neol boge doemyeon
그땐 모르는 척 해볼게
geuttaen moreuneun cheok haebolge
웃어도 볼게 지금의 너처럼
useodo bolge jigeumeui neocheoreom
차라리 잘된 것 같아
charari jaldoen geot gata
다시 널 또 한 번 미워할 수 있을 테니
dasi neol tto han beon miwohal su isseul teni
혹시 아직 너도 나처럼
hoksi ajik neodo nacheoreom
편해지지 못하고 아파만 하는 거니
pyeonhaejiji moshago apaman haneun geoni
애써 너도 참는거니
aesseo neodo chamneungeoni
혹시 니가 다시 돌아올까 봐
hoksi niga dasi doraolkka bwa
나의 곁은 아직 그대로
naeui gyeoteun ajik geudaero
비워져 있어 너의 자리라서
biwojyeo isseo neoeui jariraseo
Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)” (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어) is performed by Gummy, released on the album Like Them in 2003.
💡 Linguistic Features & Sing-Along Guide: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Mencari lirik lagu dan terjemahan atau cara baca Hangul mudah? Gunakan synchronized Pronunciation Coach to practice tricky syllables at 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative arc, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)” by Gummy.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis
"We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)" (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어) 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.
3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering
Engineered with modern production techniques, "We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)" showcases Gummy's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.
Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)
Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)”:
Indelible Emotional Attachment
In Korean philosophy, "Jeong" is an untranslatable, unspoken bond of profound affection that grows organically through shared time and vulnerability. In "We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)", Gummy channels this warm resonance, portraying love not as an ephemeral spark, but as enduring emotional rootedness.
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 "We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)" reflects this cosmic gravity, framing intimacy as a fated meeting rather than mere chance.
🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance
Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:
❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries
Q: What is the core artistic message of “We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)”?
"We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)" (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어) by Gummy is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics nav...
Q: How does “We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)” 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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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)”.
| Performer (아티스트) | Gummy |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | Like Them |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2003 |
| Rights Society (저작권 관리) | Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry |
| Lyricist (작사) | Registered KOMCA Lyricist for Gummy |
| Composer (작곡) | Registered KOMCA Composer for Gummy |
| Publishing & Distribution | Official creative contributors licensed under Gummy and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어), pronunciation practice, and production history.
What is the English translation and meaning of We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어) by Gummy?
"We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)" 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.
Where can I practice singing We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어) with Romanized lyrics?
You can practice We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어) with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=gummy-we-shouldve-been-friends, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.
Who wrote and produced We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어) by Gummy?
"We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어)" is performed by Gummy, released on the album "Like Them" in 2003. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
Apakah tersedia lirik lagu We Should've Been Friends (친구라도 될 걸 그랬어) dan terjemahan serta cara baca?
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