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Boo

Boo

Artist: IU•Album: Growing up
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English69% KR📅 2009K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Boo” (Boo) 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

Think about it, IU

Cheki cheki, IU

Boo, boo, boo (boo, boo, boo)

Ah ah ah, ah ah, ah ah

내가 별로라는 외모를 갖고 있는 너라고

nae-ga byeol-ro-ra-neun oe-mo-reul gat-go iss-neun neo-ra-go

많이 안 좋아하는 버릇도

man-i an jot-a-ha-neun beo-reus-do

모조리 다 갖추고 있어

mo-jo-ri da gat-chu-go iss-eo

어쩜 스치기만 해도

eo-jjeom seu-chi-gi-man hae-do

Chorus

엄청나게 싫은 얼굴로 (no)

eom-cheong-na-ge sil-eun eol-gul-ro (no)

널 쳐다봤어 (미안하긴 했어)

neol chyeo-da-bwass-eo (mi-an-ha-gin haess-eo)

네가 여자친구 없는 이유를 알겠어 (알겠어)

ne-ga yeo-ja-chin-gu eop-neun i-yu-reul al-gess-eo (al-gess-eo)

다른 애들보다 조금 수준 떨어져

da-reun ae-deul-bo-da jo-geum su-jun tteol-eo-jyeo

하지만 며칠 뒤 어느 새 나도 모르게 거짓말처럼

ha-ji-man myeo-chil dwi eo-neu sae na-do mo-reu-ge geo-jis-mal-cheo-reom

(네 생각만 나)

(ne saeng-gak-man na)

You're my boo

내게 사랑을 줘 한 입만 boo

nae-ge sa-rang-eul jwo han ip-man boo

Verse 3

맛있는 사랑을 할거야 boo

mas-iss-neun sa-rang-eul hal-geo-ya boo

아이스크림보다 달콤한

a-i-seu-keu-rim-bo-da dal-kom-han

(My boo my my boo)

(언제나 나는) 난 너만 사랑하고파

(eon-je-na na-neun) nan neo-man sa-rang-ha-go-pa

(그냥) 그냥 네 곁에만 있고파

(geu-nyang) geu-nyang ne gyeot-e-man iss-go-pa

(아무) 아무 것도 난 필요 없는 걸

(a-mu) a-mu geos-do nan pil-yo eop-neun geol

(My boo my my boo) boo

괜히 콧대 높고 쓸데없이 눈만 높아서

gwaen-hi kos-dae nop-go sseul-de-eop-i nun-man nop-a-seo

Verse 4

나를 지나가는 남자도

na-reul ji-na-ga-neun nam-ja-do

모조리 다 점수를 매겨

mo-jo-ri da jeom-su-reul mae-gyeo

(이러네 저러네 말하고)

(i-reo-ne jeo-reo-ne mal-ha-go)

꼼꼼하게 흠을 잡아도 (uh)

kkom-kkom-ha-ge heum-eul jap-a-do (uh)

좀 외로웠어 (바보같긴 했어)

jom oe-ro-woss-eo (ba-bo-gat-gin haess-eo)

내가 남자친구 없는 이유를 알겠어 (알겠어)

nae-ga nam-ja-chin-gu eop-neun i-yu-reul al-gess-eo (al-gess-eo)

다른 애들보다 너무 재기만 했어

da-reun ae-deul-bo-da neo-mu jae-gi-man haess-eo

하지만 며칠 뒤

ha-ji-man myeo-chil dwi

Verse 5

어느 새 나도 모르게

eo-neu sae na-do mo-reu-ge

거짓말처럼 (네 생각만 나)

geo-jis-mal-cheo-reom (ne saeng-gak-man na)

You're my boo

내게 사랑을 줘 한 입만 boo

nae-ge sa-rang-eul jwo han ip-man boo

맛있는 사랑을 할거야 boo

mas-iss-neun sa-rang-eul hal-geo-ya boo

아이스크림보다 달콤한

a-i-seu-keu-rim-bo-da dal-kom-han

(My boo my my boo)

(언제나 나는) 난 너만 사랑하고파

(eon-je-na na-neun) nan neo-man sa-rang-ha-go-pa

Verse 6

(그냥) 그냥 네 곁에만 있고파

(geu-nyang) geu-nyang ne gyeot-e-man iss-go-pa

(아무) 아무 것도 난 필요 없는 걸

(a-mu) a-mu geos-do nan pil-yo eop-neun geol

(My boo my my boo)

햇살이 좋은 날에

haes-sal-i jot-eun nal-e

살짝 바람 부는 날에

sal-jjak ba-ram bu-neun nal-e

단 둘이 단 둘이

dan dul-i dan dul-i

네 손을 꼭 잡고

ne son-eul kkok jap-go

걷고 싶은 게 간절하니깐 너무나 신기해

geot-go sip-eun ge gan-jeol-ha-ni-kkan neo-mu-na sin-gi-hae

Verse 7

You hoo (my boy)

You're my boo

하나만 물어보고 싶어 boo (boo, boo)

ha-na-man mul-eo-bo-go sip-eo boo (boo, boo)

내 맘과 네 맘이 같다면 boo (boo, boo)

nae mam-gwa ne mam-i gat-da-myeon boo (boo, boo)

지금부터 나를 불러 줘

ji-geum-bu-teo na-reul bul-reo jwo

(My boo my my boo)

(언제나 나는) 난 너만 사랑하고파

(eon-je-na na-neun) nan neo-man sa-rang-ha-go-pa

(그냥) 그냥 네 곁에만 있고파

(geu-nyang) geu-nyang ne gyeot-e-man iss-go-pa

Verse 8

(아무) 아무 것도 난 필요 없는 걸

(a-mu) a-mu geos-do nan pil-yo eop-neun geol

(My boo my my boo) boo, boo

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Boo" (Boo) 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 "Boo" 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, "Boo" 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 “Boo”?

"Boo" (Boo) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and perso...

Q: How can I practice singing “Boo” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Boo”.

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

Common questions about Boo, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Boo by IU?

"Boo" 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 Boo with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Boo by IU?

"Boo" 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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