LOVE ME album artwork

LOVE ME

LOVE ME

Artist: iKONAlbum: Return
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English44% KR📅 2018K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

LOVE ME (LOVE ME) is performed by iKON, released on the album Return 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

One, two, three, four

나를 사랑하지 않나요

na-reul sa-rang-ha-ji an-na-yo

내 키가 작아서 oh, oh

nae ki-ga jak-a-seo oh, oh

내가 맘에 들지 않나요

nae-ga mam-e deul-ji an-na-yo

잘 생기지 않아서 oh, oh

jal saeng-gi-ji an-a-seo oh, oh

Nobody lo-o-o-oves me

Nobody lo-o-o-oves me

I need a love, give me a love

Right now, right now

질리게 들었지 난 잘 생긴 게 아니래

jil-ri-ge deul-eoss-ji nan jal saeng-gin ge a-ni-rae

못나고 키 작대 여자 못 만날 상이래

mos-na-go ki jak-dae yeo-ja mos man-nal sang-i-rae

입만 열면 여자들 다 배꼽 잡기 바쁜데

ip-man yeol-myeon yeo-ja-deul da bae-kkop jap-gi ba-ppeun-de

왜 항상 니 시선 나 아닌 친구가 다 받는데?

wae hang-sang ni si-seon na a-nin chin-gu-ga da bat-neun-de?

있잖아요 (hey) 나 그대가 좋아요 (좋아요)

iss-jan-a-yo (hey) na geu-dae-ga jot-a-yo (jot-a-yo)

안되나요 (why) 내가 그리 부족한가요

an-doe-na-yo (why) nae-ga geu-ri bu-jok-han-ga-yo

모르잖아요 내가 어떤 사람인지

mo-reu-jan-a-yo nae-ga eo-tteon sa-ram-in-ji

알잖아요 난 사랑이 필요해요

al-jan-a-yo nan sa-rang-i pil-yo-hae-yo

나를 사랑하지 않나요

na-reul sa-rang-ha-ji an-na-yo

내 키가 작아서 oh, oh

nae ki-ga jak-a-seo oh, oh

내가 맘에 들지 않나요

nae-ga mam-e deul-ji an-na-yo

잘 생기지 않아서 oh, oh

jal saeng-gi-ji an-a-seo oh, oh

Nobody lo-o-o-oves me

Nobody lo-o-o-oves me

I need a love, give me a love

Right now, right now

남잔 다 똑같다는 말은 집어치워

nam-jan da ttok-gat-da-neun mal-eun jip-eo-chi-wo

넌 단지 너에게 좋은 사람을 못 만난 거

neon dan-ji neo-e-ge jot-eun sa-ram-eul mos man-nan geo

내가 잘 해 줄 수 있는데 내 손을 잡아봐

nae-ga jal hae jul su iss-neun-de nae son-eul jap-a-bwa

얼굴은 이래 먹어도 느낌이 있잖아 hold up

eol-gul-eun i-rae meok-eo-do neu-kkim-i iss-jan-a hold up

가지 마요 (no) 나쁜 사람은 아니에요

ga-ji ma-yo (no) na-ppeun sa-ram-eun a-ni-e-yo

미안해요 (미안해요) 보잘 것 없는 나라서

mi-an-hae-yo (mi-an-hae-yo) bo-jal geos eop-neun na-ra-seo

모르잖아요 내가 어떤 사람인지

mo-reu-jan-a-yo nae-ga eo-tteon sa-ram-in-ji

알잖아요 난 사랑이 필요해요

al-jan-a-yo nan sa-rang-i pil-yo-hae-yo

나를 사랑하지 않나요

na-reul sa-rang-ha-ji an-na-yo

내 키가 작아서 oh, oh

nae ki-ga jak-a-seo oh, oh

내가 맘에 들지 않나요

nae-ga mam-e deul-ji an-na-yo

잘 생기지 않아서 oh, oh

jal saeng-gi-ji an-a-seo oh, oh

Nobody lo-o-o-oves me

Nobody lo-o-o-oves me

I need a love, give me a love

Right now, right now

거울 속에 내 모습이 너무 초라해

geo-ul sok-e nae mo-seup-i neo-mu cho-ra-hae

누구나 하는 사랑인데 쉽지가 않네

nu-gu-na ha-neun sa-rang-in-de swip-ji-ga an-ne

Oh baby, tell me why?

날 보는 눈빛이 날 한없이 작아지게 해

nal bo-neun nun-bit-i nal han-eop-i jak-a-ji-ge hae

잘난 것 없고 가진것없는

jal-nan geos eop-go ga-jin-geos-eop-neun

나 같은 놈은 어디 서러워서 살겠나

na gat-eun nom-eun eo-di seo-reo-wo-seo sal-gess-na

Somebody, somebody

Somebody, anybody love me

Somebody, somebody

Somebody, anybody

Nobody lo-o-o-oves me

Nobody lo-o-o-oves me

I need a love, give me a love

Right now, right now

Somebody, somebody

Somebody, anybody love me

Somebody, somebody

Somebody, anybody

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind LOVE ME by iKON.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"LOVE ME" (LOVE ME) by iKON 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 "LOVE ME" 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, "LOVE ME" highlights iKON'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 “LOVE ME”?

"LOVE ME" (LOVE ME) by iKON is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability,...

Q: How can I practice singing “LOVE ME” 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 LOVE ME.

Performer (아티스트)iKON
Album (앨범)Return
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under iKON and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about LOVE ME, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of LOVE ME by iKON?

"LOVE ME" is performed by iKON. 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 LOVE ME with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice LOVE ME with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=ikon-love-me, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced LOVE ME by iKON?

"LOVE ME" is performed by iKON, released on the album "Return" in 2018. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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