Face to Face - After Looking at You album artwork

Face to Face - After Looking at You

Face to Face - After Looking at You

Artist: IU•Album: Growing up
🎤 Interactive Lyrics & Phonetic Pronunciation Guide

Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

Yeah my love is real

Take my hands baby

I want take you there

I love you I love you

너에게만 하고 싶은 말

neo-e-ge-man ha-go sip-eun mal

Only you Only you

내 마음 속엔 항상 너 뿐이야

nae ma-eum sok-en hang-sang neo ppun-i-ya

처음엔 오래 고민했어

cheo-eum-en o-rae go-min-haess-eo

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

나보다 오빤 줄 알았어

na-bo-da o-ppan jul al-ass-eo

그래서 난 말 걸어보기가

geu-rae-seo nan mal geol-eo-bo-gi-ga

조금은 힘이 들었나 봐

jo-geum-eun him-i deul-eoss-na bwa

이젠 아닌 걸 너는 내 것인 걸

i-jen a-nin geol neo-neun nae geos-in geol

You know (I already know, let's go)

I love you I love you

너에게만 하고 싶은 말

neo-e-ge-man ha-go sip-eun mal

Only you Only you

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내 마음 속엔 항상 너 뿐이야

nae ma-eum sok-en hang-sang neo ppun-i-ya

네가 내 손을 잡아줄 때

ne-ga nae son-eul jap-a-jul ttae

머리를 쓰다듬어 줄 때

meo-ri-reul sseu-da-deum-eo jul ttae

부드럽게 미소를 지을 때

bu-deu-reop-ge mi-so-reul ji-eul ttae

가슴이 떨려 미치겠어

ga-seum-i tteol-ryeo mi-chi-gess-eo

때론 삐치고 때론 투정해도

ttae-ron ppi-chi-go ttae-ron tu-jeong-hae-do

You know (I already know, let's go)

I love you I love you

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Tap word for Cara Baca & Meaning:

너에게만 하고 싶은 말

neo-e-ge-man ha-go sip-eun mal

Only you Only you

내 마음 속엔 항상 너 뿐이야

nae ma-eum sok-en hang-sang neo ppun-i-ya

Oh and i'm the one for you

이제는 내 어깨에 기대봐 My babe

i-je-neun nae eo-kkae-e gi-dae-bwa My babe

내 손을 잡고 함께 Fly babe

nae son-eul jap-go ham-kke Fly babe

Let's fly to the sky

저 밤하늘의 별

jeo bam-ha-neul-ui byeol

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너와 함께 세고 싶어

neo-wa ham-kke se-go sip-eo

From now to the death

그래 내 옆이 네 자리

geu-rae nae yeop-i ne ja-ri

여긴 널 위한 New folder Click Click

yeo-gin neol wi-han New folder Click Click

때로는 둘도 없는 친구

ttae-ro-neun dul-do eop-neun chin-gu

때로는 잔소리 늘어놓는 친오빠처럼

ttae-ro-neun jan-so-ri neul-eo-not-neun chin-o-ppa-cheo-reom

달콤한 말만 속삭이는 애인처럼 자

dal-kom-han mal-man sok-sak-i-neun ae-in-cheo-reom ja

Let it go

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I love you I love you

너에게만 하고 싶은 말

neo-e-ge-man ha-go sip-eun mal

(Thank God I found you 넌 나의 Crown J.E 지)

(Thank God I found you neon na-ui Crown J.E ji)

Only you Only you

내 마음 속엔 항상 너 뿐이야

nae ma-eum sok-en hang-sang neo ppun-i-ya

(Oh and i'm the one for you)

손가락 걸고 단 한 가지만

son-ga-rak geol-go dan han ga-ji-man

꼭 꼭 약속해

kkok kkok yak-sok-hae

📚 Kosakata Kunci · Stanza Key Vocab🇰🇷 KR · 🇺🇸 EN · 🇮🇩 ID
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(I promise you and you gave me a promise)

해와 달 별이 다 사라져도

hae-wa dal byeol-i da sa-ra-jyeo-do

영원히 둘이

yeong-won-hi dul-i

(Swear to God that I love U)

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Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Face to Face - After Looking at You” (Face to Face - After Looking at You) is performed by IU, released on the album Growing up in 2009.

💡 Linguistic Features & Sing-Along Guide: Below you will find original Korean text (한글), standardized Revised Romanization with phonetic liaison corrections, and contextual English translations. Mencari lirik lagu dan terjemahan atau cara baca Hangul mudah? Gunakan synchronized Pronunciation Coach to practice tricky syllables at 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch preservation.

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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"Face to Face - After Looking at You" (Face to Face - After Looking at You) by IU is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations and authentic self-expression, inviting listeners into an introspective lyrical journey framed by striking vocal harmonies.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean lyricism in "Face to Face - After Looking at You" utilizes poetic imagery and cultural nuance. Through contrasting acoustic intimacy and dynamic rhythmic hooks, the song weaves Korean metaphorical phrases with accessible pop hooks, exploring how fleeting connections leave indelible emotional footprints.

3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering

Engineered with modern production techniques, "Face to Face - After Looking at You" showcases IU's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.

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Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)

Decode the culturally specific emotional currents, philosophical idioms, and generational vernacular defining “Face to Face - After Looking at You”:

다정함 (Empathetic Tenderness)
다정함(Dajeongham)

Considerate Emotional Warmth

Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "Face to Face - After Looking at You" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.

인연 (Destined Ties)
인연(Inyeon)

Fated Connection & Recognition

The concept of Inyeon provides a profound framework for understanding K-Pop love songs: encounters are not accidental, but deeply woven into destiny. "Face to Face - After Looking at You" by IU explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.

🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, inner feelings
Untranslatable Korean depth of genuine soul and emotion
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
The expressive vehicle conveying raw passion
사랑(Sarang)
Love, devotion
Core theme of romantic and communal attachment

❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries

Q: What is the core artistic message of “Face to Face - After Looking at You”?

"Face to Face - After Looking at You" (Face to Face - After Looking at You) by IU is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance....

Q: How does “Face to Face - After Looking at You” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, IU bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

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Use the K-Lyrics Sing-Along Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch lock and real-time audio sync.

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “Face to Face - After Looking at You”.

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Growing up
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for IU
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for IU
Publishing & DistributionOfficial creative contributors licensed under IU and affiliated KOMCA music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the English translation and meaning of Face to Face - After Looking at You by IU?

"Face to Face - After Looking at You" 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.

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Who wrote and produced Face to Face - After Looking at You by IU?

"Face to Face - After Looking at You" 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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