스물셋 Twenty-Three album artwork

스물셋 Twenty-Three

스물셋 Twenty-Three

Artist: IU•Album: CHAT-SHIRE
🇰🇷 Korean96% KR📅 2015K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“스물셋 Twenty-Three” (스물셋 Twenty-Three) is performed by IU, released on the album CHAT-SHIRE in 2015.

💡 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

I'm 23 난 수수께끼 (Question)

I'm 23 nan su-su-kke-kki (Question)

뭐게요 맞혀봐요

mwo-ge-yo mat-hyeo-bwa-yo

I'm 23 틀리지 말기 because

I'm 23 teul-ri-ji mal-gi because

난 몹시 예민해요 맞혀봐

nan mop-si ye-min-hae-yo mat-hyeo-bwa

한 떨기 스물셋 좀 아가씨 태가 나네

han tteol-gi seu-mul-ses jom a-ga-ssi tae-ga na-ne

다 큰 척해도 적당히 믿어줘요

da keun cheok-hae-do jeok-dang-hi mit-eo-jwo-yo

얄미운 스물셋 아직 한참 멀었다 얘

yal-mi-un seu-mul-ses a-jik han-cham meol-eoss-da yae

덜 자란 척해도 대충 속아줘요

deol ja-ran cheok-hae-do dae-chung sok-a-jwo-yo

난, 그래 확실히 지금이 좋아요

nan, geu-rae hwak-sil-hi ji-geum-i jot-a-yo

아냐, 아냐 사실은 때려 치고 싶어요

a-nya, a-nya sa-sil-eun ttae-ryeo chi-go sip-eo-yo

아 알겠어요 나는 사랑이 하고 싶어

a al-gess-eo-yo na-neun sa-rang-i ha-go sip-eo

아니 돈이나 많이 벌래 맞혀봐

a-ni don-i-na man-i beol-rae mat-hyeo-bwa

어느 쪽이게? 얼굴만 보면 몰라

eo-neu jjok-i-ge? eol-gul-man bo-myeon mol-ra

속마음과 다른 표정을 짓는 일 아주 간단하거든

sok-ma-eum-gwa da-reun pyo-jeong-eul jis-neun il a-ju gan-dan-ha-geo-deun

어느 쪽이게? 사실은 나도 몰라

eo-neu jjok-i-ge? sa-sil-eun na-do mol-ra

애초에 나는 단 한 줄의 거짓말도 쓴 적이 없거든

ae-cho-e na-neun dan han jul-ui geo-jis-mal-do sseun jeok-i eop-geo-deun

여우인 척, 하는 곰인 척

yeo-u-in cheok, ha-neun gom-in cheok

하는 여우 아니면 아예 다른 거

ha-neun yeo-u a-ni-myeon a-ye da-reun geo

어느 쪽이게? 뭐든 한 쪽을 골라

eo-neu jjok-i-ge? mwo-deun han jjok-eul gol-ra

색안경 안에 비춰지는 거 뭐 이제 익숙하거든

saek-an-gyeong an-e bi-chwo-ji-neun geo mwo i-je ik-suk-ha-geo-deun

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겁나는 게 없어요 엉망으로 굴어도

geop-na-neun ge eop-eo-yo eong-mang-eu-ro gul-eo-do

사람들은 내게 매일 친절해요

sa-ram-deul-eun nae-ge mae-il chin-jeol-hae-yo

인사하는 저 여자 모퉁이를 돌고도

in-sa-ha-neun jeo yeo-ja mo-tung-i-reul dol-go-do

아직 웃고 있을까 늘 불안해요

a-jik us-go iss-eul-kka neul bul-an-hae-yo

난, 영원히 아이로 남고 싶어요

nan, yeong-won-hi a-i-ro nam-go sip-eo-yo

아니, 아니 물기 있는 여자가 될래요

a-ni, a-ni mul-gi iss-neun yeo-ja-ga doel-rae-yo

아 정했어요 난 죽은 듯이 살래요

a jeong-haess-eo-yo nan juk-eun deus-i sal-rae-yo

아냐, 다 뒤집어 볼래 맞혀봐

a-nya, da dwi-jip-eo bol-rae mat-hyeo-bwa

어느 쪽이게? 얼굴만 보면 몰라

eo-neu jjok-i-ge? eol-gul-man bo-myeon mol-ra

속마음과 다른 표정을 짓는 일 아주 간단하거든

sok-ma-eum-gwa da-reun pyo-jeong-eul jis-neun il a-ju gan-dan-ha-geo-deun

어느 쪽이게? 사실은 나도 몰라

eo-neu jjok-i-ge? sa-sil-eun na-do mol-ra

애초에 나는 단 한 줄의 거짓말도 쓴 적이 없거든

ae-cho-e na-neun dan han jul-ui geo-jis-mal-do sseun jeok-i eop-geo-deun

여우인 척, 하는 곰인 척

yeo-u-in cheok, ha-neun gom-in cheok

하는 여우 아니면 아예 다른 거

ha-neun yeo-u a-ni-myeon a-ye da-reun geo

어느 쪽이게? 뭐든 한 쪽을 골라

eo-neu jjok-i-ge? mwo-deun han jjok-eul gol-ra

색안경 안에 비춰지는 거 뭐 이제 익숙하거든

saek-an-gyeong an-e bi-chwo-ji-neun geo mwo i-je ik-suk-ha-geo-deun

난 당신 맘에 들고 싶어요

nan dang-sin mam-e deul-go sip-eo-yo

아주 살짝만 얄밉게 해도 돼요?

a-ju sal-jjak-man yal-mip-ge hae-do dwae-yo?

난 당신 맘에 들고 싶어요

nan dang-sin mam-e deul-go sip-eo-yo

자기 머리 꼭대기 위에서 놀아도 돼요? 맞혀봐

ja-gi meo-ri kkok-dae-gi wi-e-seo nol-a-do dwae-yo? mat-hyeo-bwa

어느 쪽이게? 얼굴만 보면 몰라

eo-neu jjok-i-ge? eol-gul-man bo-myeon mol-ra

속마음과 다른 표정을 짓는 일 아주 간단하거든

sok-ma-eum-gwa da-reun pyo-jeong-eul jis-neun il a-ju gan-dan-ha-geo-deun

어느 쪽이게? 사실은 나도 몰라

eo-neu jjok-i-ge? sa-sil-eun na-do mol-ra

애초에 나는 단 한 줄의 거짓말도 쓴 적이 없거든

ae-cho-e na-neun dan han jul-ui geo-jis-mal-do sseun jeok-i eop-geo-deun

여우인 척, 하는 곰인 척

yeo-u-in cheok, ha-neun gom-in cheok

하는 여우 아니면 아예 다른 거

ha-neun yeo-u a-ni-myeon a-ye da-reun geo

어느 쪽이게? 뭐든 한 쪽을 골라

eo-neu jjok-i-ge? mwo-deun han jjok-eul gol-ra

색안경 안에 비춰지는 거 뭐 이제 익숙하거든

saek-an-gyeong an-e bi-chwo-ji-neun geo mwo i-je ik-suk-ha-geo-deun

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “스물셋 Twenty-Three” by IU.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"스물셋 Twenty-Three" (스물셋 Twenty-Three) 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 "스물셋 Twenty-Three" 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, "스물셋 Twenty-Three" 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 “스물셋 Twenty-Three”?

"스물셋 Twenty-Three" (스물셋 Twenty-Three) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotiona...

Q: How can I practice singing “스물셋 Twenty-Three” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “스물셋 Twenty-Three”.

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)CHAT-SHIRE
Release Year (발매연도)
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What is the English translation and meaning of 스물셋 Twenty-Three by IU?

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Who wrote and produced 스물셋 Twenty-Three by IU?

"스물셋 Twenty-Three" is performed by IU, released on the album "CHAT-SHIRE" in 2015. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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