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Can't Love You Anymore

Can't Love You Anymore (with OHHYUK)

Artist: IU•Album: Can't Love You Anymore (with OHHYUK) - Single
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English93% KR📅 2017K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Can't Love You Anymore” (Can't Love You Anymore (with OHHYUK)) is performed by IU, released on the album Can't Love You Anymore (with OHHYUK) - Single in 2017.

"Can't Love You Anymore" (사랑이 잘) is the brilliant 2017 pre-release duet from IU's Palette, co-written and performed with indie icon Oh Hyuk of HYUKOH. Structured as a weary, painfully realistic phone call between two long-term lovers confronting the end of their passion, the song balances acoustic R&B rhythms with raw lyrical honesty. Non-Korean speakers treasure this track for its everyday conversational idioms, which our contextual English translation highlights line-by-line.

💡 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

미리 말할게 사과는 안 해

mi-ri mal-hal-ge sa-gwa-neun an hae

I'll tell you upfront, I won't apologize

아무 말 없이 너 후회 안 해?

a-mu mal eop-i neo hu-hoe an hae?

Without saying a word, won't you regret this?

다 관심 없잖아 친구야 뭐야?

da gwan-sim eop-jan-a chin-gu-ya mwo-ya?

You don't care about anything anyway, are we friends or what?

Oh, you know what to do

Oh, you know what to do

피곤해, 그만 오늘은 놔 줘

pi-gon-hae, geu-man o-neul-eun nwa jwo

I'm exhausted, stop it, just let me go for today

더 이상 반복하긴 싫어

deo i-sang ban-bok-ha-gin sil-eo

I don't want to repeat this anymore

또 다 내가 나빠, 아마 그래

tto da nae-ga na-ppa, a-ma geu-rae

It's all my fault again, maybe that's true

난 널 미워하나 봐

nan neol mi-wo-ha-na bwa

I guess I hate you

Chorus

사랑이 잘 안돼, 떠올려 봐도

sa-rang-i jal an-dwae, tteo-ol-ryeo bwa-do

Love just doesn't work, even when I think back

피부를 비비고 안아봐도

pi-bu-reul bi-bi-go an-a-bwa-do

Even when our skin touches and I hold you close

입술을 맞춰도 참 생각대로 되지 않아

ip-sul-eul mat-chwo-do cham saeng-gak-dae-ro doe-ji an-a

Even when we kiss, it really doesn't go the way I want

웃긴 것 같아, 되돌려보려고

us-gin geos gat-a, doe-dol-ryeo-bo-ryeo-go

I think it's funny, trying to turn back time

서로 모른 척해도

seo-ro mo-reun cheok-hae-do

Even if we pretend not to notice each other

이제 와 우리가 어떻게 다시 사랑 같은 걸 하겠어?

i-je wa u-ri-ga eo-tteot-ge da-si sa-rang gat-eun geol ha-gess-eo?

At this point, how could we ever do something like love again?

다섯 번째 미안하단 말이

da-seos beon-jjae mi-an-ha-dan mal-i

The fifth time hearing you say you're sorry

이젠 너에게는 지겨운 건지

i-jen neo-e-ge-neun ji-gyeo-un geon-ji

Are you just tired of hearing it now?

Verse 3

마지막일 거란 예감이 들어

ma-ji-mak-il geo-ran ye-gam-i deul-eo

I have a feeling that this is the end

Oh, you know what to do

Oh, you know what to do

이건 내가 오늘 하루 종일

i-geon nae-ga o-neul ha-ru jong-il

This definitely wasn't the evening

그린 저녁은 분명 아니야

geu-rin jeo-nyeok-eun bun-myeong a-ni-ya

That I pictured all day long

널 보면 자꾸 네 안에 내가 보여서

neol bo-myeon ja-kku ne an-e nae-ga bo-yeo-seo

Whenever I look at you, I keep seeing myself in you

이젠 내가 싫어

i-jen nae-ga sil-eo

So now I hate myself

사랑이 잘 안돼, 떠올려 봐도

sa-rang-i jal an-dwae, tteo-ol-ryeo bwa-do

Love just doesn't work, even when I think back

피부를 비비고 안아봐도

pi-bu-reul bi-bi-go an-a-bwa-do

Even when our skin touches and I hold you close

Verse 4

입술을 맞춰도 참 생각대로 되지 않아

ip-sul-eul mat-chwo-do cham saeng-gak-dae-ro doe-ji an-a

Even when we kiss, it really doesn't go the way I want

웃긴 것 같아, 되돌려보려고

us-gin geos gat-a, doe-dol-ryeo-bo-ryeo-go

I think it's funny, trying to turn back time

계속 모른 척해도

gye-sok mo-reun cheok-hae-do

Even if we keep pretending not to notice

이제 와 우리가 어떻게 다시 사랑 같은 걸 하겠어?

i-je wa u-ri-ga eo-tteot-ge da-si sa-rang gat-eun geol ha-gess-eo?

At this point, how could we ever do something like love again?

어디야? (넌 어디야?)

eo-di-ya? (neon eo-di-ya?)

Where are you? (Where are you?)

집이야 (난 택시야)

jip-i-ya (nan taek-si-ya)

I'm home (I'm in a taxi)

집에 거의 다 와가니?

jip-e geo-ui da wa-ga-ni?

Are you almost home?

아아, 미안해 (뭐 어떤 게?)

a-a, mi-an-hae (mwo eo-tteon ge?)

Ah, I'm sorry (About what?)

Verse 5

그냥 다 (들어가)

geu-nyang da (deul-eo-ga)

Just everything (Get inside)

나 지갑 거기 두고 왔어

na ji-gap geo-gi du-go wass-eo

I left my wallet there

아아, 있잖아

a-a, iss-jan-a

Ah, you know...

아니야 (말해 봐?)

a-ni-ya (mal-hae bwa?)

Never mind (Tell me?)

이제 더 사랑하지 않는 것 같아

i-je deo sa-rang-ha-ji an-neun geos gat-a

I don't think I love you anymore

아아아, 아아아 (음, 음)

a-a-a, a-a-a (eum, 음)

Ah-ah-ah, ah-ah-ah (Mmm, mmm)

사랑이 잘 안돼, 떠올려 봐도

sa-rang-i jal an-dwae, tteo-ol-ryeo bwa-do

Love just doesn't work, even when I think back

피부를 비비고 안아봐도

pi-bu-reul bi-bi-go an-a-bwa-do

Even when our skin touches and I hold you close

Verse 6

입술을 맞춰도 참 생각대로 되지 않아

ip-sul-eul mat-chwo-do cham saeng-gak-dae-ro doe-ji an-a

Even when we kiss, it really doesn't go the way I want

웃긴 것 같아, 되돌려보려고

us-gin geos gat-a, doe-dol-ryeo-bo-ryeo-go

I think it's funny, trying to turn back time

서로 모른 척해도

seo-ro mo-reun cheok-hae-do

Even if we pretend not to notice each other

이제 와 우리가 어떻게 다시 사랑 같은 걸 하겠어?

i-je wa u-ri-ga eo-tteot-ge da-si sa-rang gat-eun geol ha-gess-eo?

At this point, how could we ever do something like love again?

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Can't Love You Anymore” by IU.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

Structured as a painfully realistic late-night phone call between long-term lovers, "Can't Love You Anymore" (사랑이 잘) chronicles the quiet expiration of romantic passion. Neither party is villainous; instead, they acknowledge that habit has replaced desire.

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2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

Everyday colloquial phrases like "사랑이 잘 안 돼" (Love isn't working out) and weary silences evoke the relatable exhaustion of trying to revive a romance that has naturally run its course.

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3. Songwriting Context & Production

Co-written by IU and indie visionary Oh Hyuk, blending acoustic soul, dry R&B snare snaps, and conversational vocal chemistry.

🇰🇷 Key Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Essential words to understand the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

사랑이 잘(Sarangi jal)
Love isn't functioning smoothly
어색하다(Eosaekhada)
Awkward, uncomfortable, unfamiliar

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the main message of “Can't Love You Anymore”?

Structured as a painfully realistic late-night phone call between long-term lovers, "Can't Love You Anymore" (사랑이 잘) chronicles the quiet expiration of romantic passion. Neither pa...

Q: How can I practice singing “Can't Love You Anymore” 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 “Can't Love You Anymore”.

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Can't Love You Anymore (with OHHYUK) - Single
Release Year (발매연도)
Lyricist (작사)IU, Oh Hyuk
Composer (작곡)Lee Jong-hoon, IU, Oh Hyuk
Arranger (편곡)Lee Jong-hoon
Producer (프로듀서)IU
Record Label (기획사)EDAM Entertainment / LOEN
Distributor (유통사)Kakao Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Can't Love You Anymore, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Can't Love You Anymore by IU?

"Can't Love You Anymore" (사랑이 잘) is the brilliant 2017 pre-release duet from IU's Palette, co-written and performed with indie icon Oh Hyuk of HYUKOH. Structured as a weary, painfully realistic phone call between two long-term lovers confronting the end of their passion, the song balances acoustic R&B rhythms with raw lyrical honesty. Non-Korean speakers treasure this track for its everyday conversational idioms, which our contextual English translation highlights line-by-line.

Where can I practice singing Can't Love You Anymore with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice Can't Love You Anymore with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=cant-love-you-anymore, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced Can't Love You Anymore by IU?

"Can't Love You Anymore" was produced by IU with lyrics by IU, Oh Hyuk, released under EDAM Entertainment / LOEN.

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