Not Shy album artwork

Not Shy

Not Shy

Artist: ITZY•Album: Not Shy - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English37% KR📅 2020K-PopITZY

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Not Shy” (Not Shy) is performed by ITZY, released on the album Not Shy - EP in 2020.

💡 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

Verse 1

Not shy, not me (ITZY)

난 다 원해 다, 다 (yeah)

nan da won-hae da, da (yeah)

Not shy, not me

난 빨리, 빨리 원하는 걸 말해

nan ppal-ri, ppal-ri won-ha-neun geol mal-hae

못 가지면 어때 괜히

mos ga-ji-myeon eo-ttae gwaen-hi

망설이다 시간만 가니

mang-seol-i-da si-gan-man ga-ni

Yeah, 다 말할래 'cause I like it, 'cause I like it, like it

Yeah, da mal-hal-rae 'cause I like it, 'cause I like it, like it

기다려 왜? 기다려서 뭐해?

gi-da-ryeo wae? gi-da-ryeo-seo mwo-hae?

Chorus

내가 내 맘을 왜, 왜 말하면 안 돼? Yeah

nae-ga nae mam-eul wae, wae mal-ha-myeon an dwae? Yeah

그냥 탁, 그냥 탁탁탁탁탁

geu-nyang tak, geu-nyang tak-tak-tak-tak-tak

Not shy to say I want you

Hey there, hey there

우리는 great pair, great pair

u-ri-neun great pair, great pair

네 맘이 뭔지 모르지만, ah

ne mam-i mwon-ji mo-reu-ji-man, ah

내 생각이 맞아 그러니까, ah

nae saeng-gak-i mat-a geu-reo-ni-kka, ah

Yeah, yeah, 내 맘은 내 거 그러니까

Yeah, yeah, nae mam-eun nae geo geu-reo-ni-kka

Verse 3

좋아한다고 자유니까

jot-a-han-da-go ja-yu-ni-kka

네 맘은 네 거 맞으니까

ne mam-eun ne geo mat-eu-ni-kka

말해봐 다, 어서 다 'cause I'm not shy

mal-hae-bwa da, eo-seo da 'cause I'm not shy

Not shy, not me (ITZY)

난 다 원해 다, 다 (not shy)

nan da won-hae da, da (not shy)

Not shy, not me

Give me 다, 다다다다다, 다다

Give me da, da-da-da-da-da, da-da

Not shy, not me (ITZY)

Verse 4

난 다 원해 다, 다 (not shy)

nan da won-hae da, da (not shy)

Not shy, not me

너를 원해, 뭐 어때? 'Cause I'm not shy

neo-reul won-hae, mwo eo-ttae? 'Cause I'm not shy

넌 빨리, 빨리 대답할 필욘 없어

neon ppal-ri, ppal-ri dae-dap-hal pil-yon eop-eo

어차피 내 거니까, ooh

eo-cha-pi nae geo-ni-kka, ooh

날 보고 있기만 하면 돼

nal bo-go iss-gi-man ha-myeon dwae

Yeah, you will like it 'cause you like it, 'cause you like it, like it

내가 미워? 아니라면 비워

nae-ga mi-wo? a-ni-ra-myeon bi-wo

Verse 5

다른 건 다 지워, 내가 네 only one, yeah

da-reun geon da ji-wo, nae-ga ne only one, yeah

그냥 싹 지워, 싹싹싹싹싹

geu-nyang ssak ji-wo, ssak-ssak-ssak-ssak-ssak

Not shy to say I want you

Hey there, hey there

우리는 great pair, great pair

u-ri-neun great pair, great pair

네 맘이 뭔지 모르지만, ah

ne mam-i mwon-ji mo-reu-ji-man, ah

내 생각이 맞아 그러니까, ah

nae saeng-gak-i mat-a geu-reo-ni-kka, ah

Yeah, yeah, 내 맘은 내 거 그러니까

Yeah, yeah, nae mam-eun nae geo geu-reo-ni-kka

Verse 6

좋아한다고 자유니까

jot-a-han-da-go ja-yu-ni-kka

네 맘은 네 거 맞으니까

ne mam-eun ne geo mat-eu-ni-kka

말해봐 다, 어서 다 'cause I'm not shy

mal-hae-bwa da, eo-seo da 'cause I'm not shy

Not shy, not me (ITZY)

난 다 원해 다, 다 (not shy)

nan da won-hae da, da (not shy)

Not shy, not me

Give me 다, 다다다다다, 다다

Give me da, da-da-da-da-da, da-da

Not shy, not me (ITZY)

Verse 7

난 다 원해 다, 다 (not shy)

nan da won-hae da, da (not shy)

Not shy, not me

너를 원해, 뭐 어때? 'Cause I'm not shy

neo-reul won-hae, mwo eo-ttae? 'Cause I'm not shy

(Hey!) 후회하긴 싫으니까

(Hey!) hu-hoe-ha-gin sil-eu-ni-kka

엔딩 상관없으니까

en-ding sang-gwan-eop-eu-ni-kka

Go, go, go 모두 쏟아내

Go, go, go mo-du ssot-a-nae

No, yes, no, 뭐든지 어때

No, yes, no, mwo-deun-ji eo-ttae

Yeah, 이러면 저러면 어때

Yeah, i-reo-myeon jeo-reo-myeon eo-ttae

Verse 8

어차피 안 될 거 빼고 다 돼

eo-cha-pi an doel geo ppae-go da dwae

Let's just be who we are, do what we do

네 맘대로 해 (let the beat drop)

ne mam-dae-ro hae (let the beat drop)

Not shy, not me (ITZY)

난 다 원해 다, 다 (not shy)

nan da won-hae da, da (not shy)

Not shy, not me

말해봐 다, 어서 다 'cause I'm not shy

mal-hae-bwa da, eo-seo da 'cause I'm not shy

Not shy, not me (ITZY)

Verse 9

난 다 원해 다, 다 (not shy)

nan da won-hae da, da (not shy)

Not shy, not me

Give me 다, 다다다다다, 다다

Give me da, da-da-da-da-da, da-da

Not shy, not me (ITZY)

난 다 원해 다, 다 (not shy)

nan da won-hae da, da (not shy)

Not shy, not me

너를 원해, 뭐 어때? 'Cause I'm not shy

neo-reul won-hae, mwo eo-ttae? 'Cause I'm not shy

Not shy, not me

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Not Shy” by ITZY.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Not Shy" (Not Shy) 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.

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2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean phrasing in "Not Shy" 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, "Not Shy" highlights ITZY'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 “Not Shy”?

"Not Shy" (Not Shy) by ITZY 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 “Not Shy” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Not Shy”.

Performer (아티스트)ITZY
Album (앨범)Not Shy - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial 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 Not Shy by ITZY?

"Not Shy" 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.

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Who wrote and produced Not Shy by ITZY?

"Not Shy" is performed by ITZY, released on the album "Not Shy - EP" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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