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My Old Story

My Old Story

Artist: IU•Album: A Flower Bookmark
🇰🇷 Korean📅 2014K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“My Old Story” (My Old Story) is performed by IU, released on the album A Flower Bookmark in 2014.

💡 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

쓸쓸하던 그 골목을 당신은 기억하십니까?

sseul-sseul-ha-deon geu gol-mok-eul dang-sin-eun gi-eok-ha-sip-ni-kka?

지금도 난 기억합니다

ji-geum-do nan gi-eok-hap-ni-da

사랑한단 말 못하고 애태우던 그 날들을

sa-rang-han-dan mal mos-ha-go ae-tae-u-deon geu nal-deul-eul

당신은 알고 있었습니까?

dang-sin-eun al-go iss-eoss-seup-ni-kka?

철 없었던 지난 날의 아름답던 그 밤들을

cheol eop-eoss-deon ji-nan nal-ui a-reum-dap-deon geu bam-deul-eul

아직도 난 사랑합니다

a-jik-do nan sa-rang-hap-ni-da

철없던 사람아

cheol-eop-deon sa-ram-a

그대는 나의 모든 것을 앗으려 하나

geu-dae-neun na-ui mo-deun geos-eul as-eu-ryeo ha-na

Chorus

무정한 사람아

mu-jeong-han sa-ram-a

수줍어서 말 못했나?

su-jup-eo-seo mal mos-haess-na?

내가 싫어 말 안 했나?

nae-ga sil-eo mal an haess-na?

지금도 난 알 수 없어요

ji-geum-do nan al su eop-eo-yo

이 노래를 듣는다면 나에게로 와주오

i no-rae-reul deut-neun-da-myeon na-e-ge-ro wa-ju-o

그대여, 난 기다립니다

geu-dae-yeo, nan gi-da-rip-ni-da

무정한 사람아

mu-jeong-han sa-ram-a

이 밤도 나의 모든 것을 앗으려 하나

i bam-do na-ui mo-deun geos-eul as-eu-ryeo ha-na

Verse 3

철 없던 사람아

cheol eop-deon sa-ram-a

오늘 밤도 내일 밤도

o-neul bam-do nae-il bam-do

그리고 그 다음 밤도

geu-ri-go geu da-eum bam-do

영원히 난 기다립니다

yeong-won-hi nan gi-da-rip-ni-da

두, 우우우우

du, u-u-u-u

두, 루루, 루루

du, ru-ru, ru-ru

두, 두루루루루루

du, du-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru

두, 루루루루

du, ru-ru-ru-ru

Verse 4

두, 루루, 루루

du, ru-ru, ru-ru

두, 두루루루루루

du, du-ru-ru-ru-ru-ru

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “My Old Story” by IU.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"My Old Story" (My Old Story) by IU 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 "My Old Story" 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, "My Old Story" highlights IU'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 “My Old Story”?

"My Old Story" (My Old Story) by IU 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 “My Old Story” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “My Old Story”.

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)A Flower Bookmark
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under IU 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 My Old Story by IU?

"My Old Story" is performed by IU. 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 My Old Story with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced My Old Story by IU?

"My Old Story" is performed by IU, released on the album "A Flower Bookmark" in 2014. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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