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A Dreamer

A Dreamer

Artist: IU•Album: Growing up
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English86% KR📅 2009K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“A Dreamer” (A Dreamer) is performed by IU, released on the album Growing up in 2009.

💡 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

밑에 까만 그림자 하나가 깊게

mit-e kka-man geu-rim-ja ha-na-ga gip-ge

나만 바라만 보다가 밉게

na-man ba-ra-man bo-da-ga mip-ge

혼자 어딘가 달아난 그때

hon-ja eo-din-ga dal-a-nan geu-ttae

아침 햇살이 내려와

a-chim haes-sal-i nae-ryeo-wa

어두운 방 안에서

eo-du-un bang an-e-seo

나 홀로 생각에 잠겨

na hol-ro saeng-gak-e jam-gyeo

저 하늘에 달빛이 깊은 어둠을 삼켜

jeo ha-neul-e dal-bit-i gip-eun eo-dum-eul sam-kyeo

별들의 품에 안겨 스르르 눈이 감겨

byeol-deul-ui pum-e an-gyeo seu-reu-reu nun-i gam-gyeo

Chorus

꿈 속에 펼쳐진 모습들은 놀라운 광경

kkum sok-e pyeol-chyeo-jin mo-seup-deul-eun nol-ra-un gwang-gyeong

손 흔들며 안녕하며

son heun-deul-myeo an-nyeong-ha-myeo

나를 반겨 주는 달과 별들

na-reul ban-gyeo ju-neun dal-gwa byeol-deul

덩달아 신나서 환하게 웃는 내 얼굴

deong-dal-a sin-na-seo hwan-ha-ge us-neun nae eol-gul

지금이 순간이 영원하길 기도하며

ji-geum-i sun-gan-i yeong-won-ha-gil gi-do-ha-myeo

이 모든 것들이 마치

i mo-deun geos-deul-i ma-chi

기적과도 같은 선물

gi-jeok-gwa-do gat-eun seon-mul

더 가까이

deo ga-kka-i

Verse 3

저 하늘 위로

jeo ha-neul wi-ro

밤새도록 바람 타고 날고 싶어

bam-sae-do-rok ba-ram ta-go nal-go sip-eo

그냥 걷기만 하는 발 대신에

geu-nyang geot-gi-man ha-neun bal dae-sin-e

하얀 날개를 꼭 갖고 싶어

ha-yan nal-gae-reul kkok gat-go sip-eo

숨겨왔던 감추고 있던

sum-gyeo-wass-deon gam-chu-go iss-deon

간직했던 한 사람도 몰랐었던

gan-jik-haess-deon han sa-ram-do mol-rass-eoss-deon

아직 꺼내지 못한 이 비밀까지

a-jik kkeo-nae-ji mos-han i bi-mil-kka-ji

저기 별하고 얘기 할래

jeo-gi byeol-ha-go yae-gi hal-rae

Verse 4

짙게 다시 어둠이 내린 밤 늦게

jit-ge da-si eo-dum-i nae-rin bam neut-ge

작은 방 안에 들어가 이제

jak-eun bang an-e deul-eo-ga i-je

나 뿐이라는 생각 난 그때

na ppun-i-ra-neun saeng-gak nan geu-ttae

눈물 한 방울 흘러와

nun-mul han bang-ul heul-reo-wa

내일을 알 수 없는 삶이라도

nae-il-eul al su eop-neun sal-i-ra-do

건널 수 없을 만큼 깊숙한 강이라도

geon-neol su eop-eul man-keum gip-suk-han gang-i-ra-do

저 높은 산이라도

jeo nop-eun san-i-ra-do

어두운 밤이라도

eo-du-un bam-i-ra-do

Verse 5

어렵고 두렵지만 갈래

eo-ryeop-go du-ryeop-ji-man gal-rae

내 등 뒤에 날개를

nae deung dwi-e nal-gae-reul

활짝 피고서 누구보다

hwal-jjak pi-go-seo nu-gu-bo-da

밝게 미소 짓고서

bal-ge mi-so jis-go-seo

혼자가 아닌 걸 비로소 알게 됐어

hon-ja-ga a-nin geol bi-ro-so al-ge dwaess-eo

하늘과 별

ha-neul-gwa byeol

바람과 햇살아 날 안아주렴

ba-ram-gwa haes-sal-a nal an-a-ju-ryeom

소중한 내 비밀 너희들만 알아주렴

so-jung-han nae bi-mil neo-hui-deul-man al-a-ju-ryeom

Verse 6

더 가까이

deo ga-kka-i

저 하늘 위로

jeo ha-neul wi-ro

밤새도록 바람 타고 날고 싶어

bam-sae-do-rok ba-ram ta-go nal-go sip-eo

그냥 걷기만 하는 발 대신에

geu-nyang geot-gi-man ha-neun bal dae-sin-e

하얀 날개를 꼭 갖고 싶어

ha-yan nal-gae-reul kkok gat-go sip-eo

숨겨왔던

sum-gyeo-wass-deon

감추고 있던

gam-chu-go iss-deon

간직했던 한 사람도 몰랐었던

gan-jik-haess-deon han sa-ram-do mol-rass-eoss-deon

Verse 7

아직 꺼내지 못 한 이 비밀까지

a-jik kkeo-nae-ji mos han i bi-mil-kka-ji

저기 별하고 얘기 할래

jeo-gi byeol-ha-go yae-gi hal-rae

그때가 그리워

geu-ttae-ga geu-ri-wo

별들을 그리며

byeol-deul-eul geu-ri-myeo

달빛과 둘이서

dal-bit-gwa dul-i-seo

춤추던 dreamer

chum-chu-deon dreamer

하늘 위로 날며 처음 만나는 자유

ha-neul wi-ro nal-myeo cheo-eum man-na-neun ja-yu

꿈 속에서 또 만나요 Bizniz IU

kkum sok-e-seo tto man-na-yo Bizniz IU

Verse 8

그때가 그리워

geu-ttae-ga geu-ri-wo

별들을 그리며

byeol-deul-eul geu-ri-myeo

달빛과 둘이서

dal-bit-gwa dul-i-seo

춤추던 dreamer

chum-chu-deon dreamer

하늘 위로 날며 처음 만나는 자유

ha-neul wi-ro nal-myeo cheo-eum man-na-neun ja-yu

꿈 속에서 또 만나요 Bizniz IU

kkum sok-e-seo tto man-na-yo Bizniz IU

누군가가

nu-gun-ga-ga

내게 다가와

nae-ge da-ga-wa

Verse 9

왜 아무 말 안 하는지 되묻지만

wae a-mu mal an ha-neun-ji doe-mut-ji-man

쉽게 말하는 말보다 상상이 더

swip-ge mal-ha-neun mal-bo-da sang-sang-i deo

오래 기억되고 좋은 걸

o-rae gi-eok-doe-go jot-eun geol

Fly to the moon Dream comes true

Sky's the limit infinity

This is my little secret

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “A Dreamer” by IU.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"A Dreamer" (A Dreamer) 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 "A Dreamer" 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, "A Dreamer" 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 “A Dreamer”?

"A Dreamer" (A Dreamer) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerabilit...

Q: How can I practice singing “A Dreamer” 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 “A Dreamer”.

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Growing up
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 A Dreamer by IU?

"A Dreamer" 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 A Dreamer with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced A Dreamer by IU?

"A Dreamer" is performed by IU, released on the album "Growing up" in 2009. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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