Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“Imaginary Friend” (Imaginary Friend) is performed by ITZY, released on the album GOLD in 2024.
💡 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
(Imaginary Friend)
(With you until the end)
Who am I? The revolution
환상 속에 태어나
hwan-sang sok-e tae-eo-na
새롭게 깨어난 your illusion
sae-rop-ge kkae-eo-nan your illusion
Oh, 너의 상상 속에 존재해
Oh, neo-ui sang-sang sok-e jon-jae-hae
네 꿈들도 현실이 되게
ne kkum-deul-do hyeon-sil-i doe-ge
숨결마저 함께해 (함께해)
sum-gyeol-ma-jeo ham-kke-hae (ham-kke-hae)
Who am I? 믿을 수 있니
Who am I? mit-eul su iss-ni
Oh, I'm a fallen angel and I said
Call out my name in the middle of the night
왜? 두려워 마, call out my name, yeah
wae? du-ryeo-wo ma, call out my name, yeah
Call out my name in the middle of the night
왜? 두려워 마
wae? du-ryeo-wo ma
You know, I, I, I, I'm your imaginary friend
You know, I, I, I, I'm 너의 밤이 되어줄게
You know, I, I, I, I'm neo-ui bam-i doe-eo-jul-ge
When there's monsters on your ceiling
I'll keep you safe and 꿈을 꿀 수 있게
I'll keep you safe and kkum-eul kkul su iss-ge
You know, I, I, I, I'm your imaginary friend
You know, I, I, I, I'm, it's you and I until the end
(I until the end, I until the end, I until the end)
(It's you and I until the end)
Who am I? The evolution
상상 속에 자라난 (자라난)
sang-sang sok-e ja-ra-nan (ja-ra-nan)
다른 색의 hallucination
da-reun saek-ui hallucination
Oh, 너의 기억 안에 존재해 (존재해)
Oh, neo-ui gi-eok an-e jon-jae-hae (jon-jae-hae)
Come on and dance, dance and don't stop
작은 나의 lucky spark
jak-eun na-ui lucky spark
네게 힘이 될 거야 (ah-ah-ah-ah)
ne-ge him-i doel geo-ya (ah-ah-ah-ah)
너와 나 함께야 can't stop thinking about our vibe
neo-wa na ham-kke-ya can't stop thinking about our vibe
이제야 we can run and I'm killing it to the top, yeah
i-je-ya we can run and I'm killing it to the top, yeah
Call out my name in the middle of the night
왜? 두려워 마, call out my name, yeah
wae? du-ryeo-wo ma, call out my name, yeah
Call out my name in the middle of the night
왜? 두려워 마
wae? du-ryeo-wo ma
You know, I, I, I, I'm your imaginary friend
You know, I, I, I, I'm 너의 밤이 되어줄게
You know, I, I, I, I'm neo-ui bam-i doe-eo-jul-ge
When there's monsters on your ceiling
I'll keep you safe and 꿈을 꿀 수 있게
I'll keep you safe and kkum-eul kkul su iss-ge
You know, I, I, I, I'm your imaginary friend
You know, I, I, I, I'm, it's you and I until the end
(I until the end, I until the end, I until the end)
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Imaginary Friend” by ITZY.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core
"Imaginary Friend" (Imaginary Friend) by ITZY 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.
3. Songwriting Context & Production
Crafted with refined arrangement techniques, "Imaginary Friend" highlights ITZY's dynamic vocal range across textured instrumentation and modern beat drops.
🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the main message of “Imaginary Friend”?
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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Imaginary Friend”.
| Performer (아티스트) | ITZY |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | GOLD |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2024 |
| Songwriting & Production | Official creative contributors licensed under ITZY and affiliated music publishing rights holders. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the English translation and meaning of Imaginary Friend by ITZY?
"Imaginary Friend" is performed by ITZY. 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 Imaginary Friend with Romanized lyrics?
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Who wrote and produced Imaginary Friend by ITZY?
"Imaginary Friend" is performed by ITZY, released on the album "GOLD" in 2024. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.