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Rubber Band

Rubber Band

Artist: iKONAlbum: Rubber Band - Single
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English76% KR📅 2018K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Rubber Band (Rubber Band) is performed by iKON, released on the album Rubber Band - Single 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

고무줄다리기 고무줄다리기

go-mu-jul-da-ri-gi go-mu-jul-da-ri-gi

Wo ohh wo uh uh

Wo ohh wo uh uh uh uh uh

Wo ohh wo uh uh

Wo ohh wo uh uh uh uh uh

사랑의 온도 좀 미지근한 정도

sa-rang-ui on-do jom mi-ji-geun-han jeong-do

요즘엔 혼자 있고 싶을 때가 있어 종종 oh no

yo-jeum-en hon-ja iss-go sip-eul ttae-ga iss-eo jong-jong oh no

웬만한 일엔 화도 잘 안내

wen-man-han il-en hwa-do jal an-nae

그 끝엔 진짜 끝이란 걸 알기에

geu kkeut-en jin-jja kkeut-i-ran geol al-gi-e

반복되는 눈치 싸움 싸움 싸움 싸움

ban-bok-doe-neun nun-chi ssa-um ssa-um ssa-um ssa-um

너나 나나 되게 간사하지

neo-na na-na doe-ge gan-sa-ha-ji

나쁜 사람 되긴 싫어하니

na-ppeun sa-ram doe-gin sil-eo-ha-ni

살얼음판 위를 걷는 것처럼

sal-eol-eum-pan wi-reul geot-neun geos-cheo-reom

아슬아슬한 지금 우리 사이

a-seul-a-seul-han ji-geum u-ri sa-i

팽팽한 고무줄

paeng-paeng-han go-mu-jul

그 끝을 잡고 눈치만 보는 중

geu kkeut-eul jap-go nun-chi-man bo-neun jung

상처 주기도 받기도 싫거든

sang-cheo ju-gi-do bat-gi-do sil-geo-deun

정 때문에 위태롭게 버티고 있어

jeong ttae-mun-e wi-tae-rop-ge beo-ti-go iss-eo

고무줄다리기 고무줄다리기

go-mu-jul-da-ri-gi go-mu-jul-da-ri-gi

이제는 놓아야지

i-je-neun not-a-ya-ji

한 명은 아파야지 we gotta go

han myeong-eun a-pa-ya-ji we gotta go

고무고무고무 고무줄

go-mu-go-mu-go-mu go-mu-jul

추억들이 끊어지는 중

chu-eok-deul-i kkeun-eo-ji-neun jung

우리 둘 중 결국 한 명은

u-ri dul jung gyeol-guk han myeong-eun

놓아야겠지 잡은 두 손을

not-a-ya-gess-ji jap-eun du son-eul

얼어 죽겠어도 여름 보다 더운 너의 재킷 주머니

eol-eo juk-gess-eo-do yeo-reum bo-da deo-un neo-ui jae-kis ju-meo-ni

한 겨울 밤에 아름다웠던

han gyeo-ul bam-e a-reum-da-woss-deon

추억 잘 간직해주길

chu-eok jal gan-jik-hae-ju-gil

너나 나나 되게 간사하지

neo-na na-na doe-ge gan-sa-ha-ji

나쁜 사람 되긴 싫어하니

na-ppeun sa-ram doe-gin sil-eo-ha-ni

살얼음판 위를 걷는 것처럼

sal-eol-eum-pan wi-reul geot-neun geos-cheo-reom

아슬아슬한 지금 우리 사이

a-seul-a-seul-han ji-geum u-ri sa-i

팽팽한 고무줄

paeng-paeng-han go-mu-jul

그 끝을 잡고 눈치만 보는 중

geu kkeut-eul jap-go nun-chi-man bo-neun jung

상처 주기도 받기도 싫거든

sang-cheo ju-gi-do bat-gi-do sil-geo-deun

정 때문에 위태롭게 버티고 있어

jeong ttae-mun-e wi-tae-rop-ge beo-ti-go iss-eo

고무줄다리기 고무줄다리기

go-mu-jul-da-ri-gi go-mu-jul-da-ri-gi

이제는 놓아야지

i-je-neun not-a-ya-ji

한 명은 아파야지 we gotta go

han myeong-eun a-pa-ya-ji we gotta go

아주 좋은 여행이었다

a-ju jot-eun yeo-haeng-i-eoss-da

쉽게 잊지는 못할 것 같아

swip-ge it-ji-neun mos-hal geos gat-a

수많은 시간을 지나

su-man-eun si-gan-eul ji-na

마침내 마침표를 찍었다

ma-chim-nae ma-chim-pyo-reul jjik-eoss-da

우린 좋은 인연이었다

u-rin jot-eun in-yeon-i-eoss-da

더는 미련 없을 것 같아

deo-neun mi-ryeon eop-eul geos gat-a

수많은 계절을 지나

su-man-eun gye-jeol-eul ji-na

마침내 마침표를 찍었다

ma-chim-nae ma-chim-pyo-reul jjik-eoss-da

Wo ohh wo uh uh

Wo ohh wo uh uh uh uh uh

Wo ohh wo uh uh

Wo ohh wo uh uh

We gotta go

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Rubber Band by iKON.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Rubber Band" (Rubber Band) 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 "Rubber Band" 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, "Rubber Band" 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 “Rubber Band”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Rubber Band” 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 Rubber Band.

Performer (아티스트)iKON
Album (앨범)Rubber Band - Single
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 Rubber Band, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Rubber Band by iKON?

"Rubber Band" 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 Rubber Band with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Rubber Band by iKON?

"Rubber Band" is performed by iKON, released on the album "Rubber Band - Single" in 2018. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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