Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation
언제나 넌 같은 자리에
eon-je-na neon gat-eun ja-ri-e
항상 날 기다렸지만, I was gone, I was gone, oh
hang-sang nal gi-da-ryeoss-ji-man, I was gone, I was gone, oh
바보같이 나를 믿지 마
ba-bo-gat-i na-reul mit-ji ma
영원히 널 지키겠단 말, 거짓말, 거짓말, yeah
yeong-won-hi neol ji-ki-gess-dan mal, geo-jis-mal, geo-jis-mal, yeah
오늘따라 자주 보던 TV Drama에선
o-neul-tta-ra ja-ju bo-deon TV D-r-a-m-a-e-seon
뻔한 장면들이 날 보며 비웃고 있어
ppeon-han jang-myeon-deul-i nal bo-myeo bi-us-go iss-eo
난 마치 죄인처럼 run away
nan ma-chi joe-in-cheo-reom run away
넌 오늘도 내게 소리 질러, go away
neon o-neul-do nae-ge so-ri jil-reo, go away
내가 이기적인 놈이란 걸, 넌 알고 있었잖아
nae-ga i-gi-jeok-in nom-i-ran geol, neon al-go iss-eoss-jan-a
사소한 관심을 바란 네가 부담스러웠나 봐
sa-so-han gwan-sim-eul ba-ran ne-ga bu-dam-seu-reo-woss-na bwa
그 흔한 사진 한 장도 남기지 못한 채
geu heun-han sa-jin han jang-do nam-gi-ji mos-han chae
마지막 순간까지도 우린 나만 생각해
ma-ji-mak sun-gan-kka-ji-do u-rin na-man saeng-gak-hae
미안, 미안, 지켜주지 못해 미안해, 잘 살길바래
mi-an, mi-an, ji-kyeo-ju-ji mos-hae mi-an-hae, jal sal-gil-ba-rae
미안, 미안, 너도 날 잊어줘, 아프지만
mi-an, mi-an, neo-do nal it-eo-jwo, a-peu-ji-man
영원히 함께하잔 그 약속 이제는 없는 거야
yeong-won-hi ham-kke-ha-jan geu yak-sok i-je-neun eop-neun geo-ya
지켜주지 못해서 미안해
ji-kyeo-ju-ji mos-hae-seo mi-an-hae
언제나 난 다른 자리에
eon-je-na nan da-reun ja-ri-e
매일 밤 나의 친구들과 I'm out all night, yeah
mae-il bam na-ui chin-gu-deul-gwa I'm out all night, yeah
뒤집어놓은 내 전화기엔
dwi-jip-eo-not-eun nae jeon-hwa-gi-en
너의 마지막 한 통의 부재중 전화, oh
neo-ui ma-ji-mak han tong-ui bu-jae-jung jeon-hwa, oh
오늘따라 흘러나오는 Radio에선
o-neul-tta-ra heul-reo-na-o-neun R-a-d-i-o-e-seon
같이 즐겨 듣던 노래가 나오고 있어
gat-i jeul-gyeo deut-deon no-rae-ga na-o-go iss-eo
난 마치 죄인처럼 run away
nan ma-chi joe-in-cheo-reom run away
넌 오늘도 내게 소리 질러, go away
neon o-neul-do nae-ge so-ri jil-reo, go away
너에게 오고 가는 사람들 중 한 명이기를 (바람 그리고)
neo-e-ge o-go ga-neun sa-ram-deul jung han myeong-i-gi-reul (ba-ram geu-ri-go)
눈물 벚꽃 모두 떨궈 새싹 피기를 (바람 그리고)
nun-mul beot-kkot mo-du tteol-gwo sae-ssak pi-gi-reul (ba-ram geu-ri-go)
우리 추억 노을처럼 짧고 아름답기를 바래 이 모든 것
u-ri chu-eok no-eul-cheo-reom jjal-go a-reum-dap-gi-reul ba-rae i mo-deun geos
발을 못 뗀 너의 가냘픈 등 기분 좋게 밀기를
bal-eul mos tten neo-ui ga-nyal-peun deung gi-bun jot-ge mil-gi-reul
미안, 미안, 지켜주지 못해 미안해, 잘 살길바래
mi-an, mi-an, ji-kyeo-ju-ji mos-hae mi-an-hae, jal sal-gil-ba-rae
미안, 미안, 너도 날 잊어줘, 아프지만
mi-an, mi-an, neo-do nal it-eo-jwo, a-peu-ji-man
영원히 함께하잔 그 약속 이제는 없는 거야
yeong-won-hi ham-kke-ha-jan geu yak-sok i-je-neun eop-neun geo-ya
지켜주지 못해서 미안해
ji-kyeo-ju-ji mos-hae-seo mi-an-hae
지금까지 차마 못 했던 말
ji-geum-kka-ji cha-ma mos haess-deon mal
미안해, 내가 부족해, 끝까지 작은 모습뿐 이라서, yeah
mi-an-hae, nae-ga bu-jok-hae, kkeut-kka-ji jak-eun mo-seup-ppun i-ra-seo, yeah
널 채워주지 못한 나를
neol chae-wo-ju-ji mos-han na-reul
용서해, 나보다 괜찮고 잘난 사람 만나길 바래
yong-seo-hae, na-bo-da gwaen-chan-go jal-nan sa-ram man-na-gil ba-rae
미안, 미안, 지켜주지 못해 미안해, 잘 살길바래 (oh, whoa)
mi-an, mi-an, ji-kyeo-ju-ji mos-hae mi-an-hae, jal sal-gil-ba-rae (oh, whoa)
미안, 미안, 너도 날 잊어줘, 아프지만 (너도 날 잊어줘)
mi-an, mi-an, neo-do nal it-eo-jwo, a-peu-ji-man (neo-do nal it-eo-jwo)
영원히 함께하잔 그 약속 이제는 없는 거야 (없는 거야)
yeong-won-hi ham-kke-ha-jan geu yak-sok i-je-neun eop-neun geo-ya (eop-neun geo-ya)
지켜주지 못해서 미안해 (미안해)
ji-kyeo-ju-ji mos-hae-seo mi-an-hae (mi-an-hae)
지켜주지 못해서 미안해
ji-kyeo-ju-ji mos-hae-seo mi-an-hae
Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“APOLOGY” (APOLOGY) is performed by iKON, released on the album WELCOME BACK in 2015.
💡 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 “APOLOGY” by iKON.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis
"APOLOGY" (APOLOGY) by iKON 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, "APOLOGY" showcases iKON'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 “APOLOGY”:
Fearless Youth & Resilience
Literally translating to "blue spring", Cheongchun embodies the transient, fiercely passionate prime of youth. "APOLOGY" captures this ethos with relentless rhythmic momentum, encouraging listeners to push past self-doubt and celebrate their authentic identity.
Bilingual Wordplay & Rhyme Schemes
K-Pop songwriting frequently weaves English hooks seamlessly with Korean idioms to create multi-layered homophones and rhythmic cadences. In "APOLOGY", iKON balances Korean poetic imagery with universal pop motifs to maximize vocal singability.
🇰🇷 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 “APOLOGY”?
"APOLOGY" (APOLOGY) by iKON is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expect...
Q: How does “APOLOGY” express traditional Korean sentiment?
Through cultural motifs such as Fearless Youth & Resilience and nuanced vocal delivery, iKON bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.
Q: How can I practice singing “APOLOGY” 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 and real-time audio sync.
🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “APOLOGY”.
| Performer (아티스트) | iKON |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | WELCOME BACK |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2015 |
| Rights Society (저작권 관리) | Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry |
| Lyricist (작사) | Registered KOMCA Lyricist for iKON |
| Composer (작곡) | Registered KOMCA Composer for iKON |
| Publishing & Distribution | Official creative contributors licensed under iKON and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about APOLOGY, pronunciation practice, and production history.
What is the English translation and meaning of APOLOGY by iKON?
"APOLOGY" 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 APOLOGY with Romanized lyrics?
You can practice APOLOGY with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=ikon-apology, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.
Who wrote and produced APOLOGY by iKON?
"APOLOGY" is performed by iKON, released on the album "WELCOME BACK" in 2015. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
Apakah tersedia lirik lagu APOLOGY dan terjemahan serta cara baca?
Ya, K-Lyrics menyediakan lirik lagu APOLOGY (iKON) lengkap dengan teks asli Hangul, cara baca lirik (romanization mudah), terjemahan bahasa Inggris / Tagalog, serta ulasan arti lagu dan makna lirik mendalam.