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Pitiful

Pitiful

Artist: IU•Album: Growing up
🇰🇷 Korean📅 2009K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Pitiful” (Pitiful) 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

난 하루 종일 뭘 했는지 기억 안 나고

nan ha-ru jong-il mwol haess-neun-ji gi-eok an na-go

난 손에 쥐고 있는 물건 찾으려 하고

nan son-e jwi-go iss-neun mul-geon chat-eu-ryeo ha-go

난 오늘이 또 며칠인지 알지 못 하고

nan o-neul-i tto myeo-chil-in-ji al-ji mos ha-go

난 집에 가는 길도 낯설어

nan jip-e ga-neun gil-do nat-seol-eo

혼자 뜬 눈으로 밤을 꼬박 새워

hon-ja tteun nun-eu-ro bam-eul kko-bak sae-wo

잠 든 전화기만 바라보다가

jam deun jeon-hwa-gi-man ba-ra-bo-da-ga

반쪽뿐인 사랑도 반쪽뿐인 사진도

ban-jjok-ppun-in sa-rang-do ban-jjok-ppun-in sa-jin-do

하나도 버릴 수 없는 내가 너무 가여워

ha-na-do beo-ril su eop-neun nae-ga neo-mu ga-yeo-wo

Chorus

너 때문에 이래 내게 왜 이러는데

neo ttae-mun-e i-rae nae-ge wae i-reo-neun-de

깊은 눈물속에 나를 꺼내 줘

gip-eun nun-mul-sok-e na-reul kkeo-nae jwo

널 나 대신에 미워해 줄 친구도 없고

neol na dae-sin-e mi-wo-hae jul chin-gu-do eop-go

널 잊고 싶은 마음도 없어

neol it-go sip-eun ma-eum-do eop-eo

가끔 비만 오면 나도 따라 울어

ga-kkeum bi-man o-myeon na-do tta-ra ul-eo

흐린 창에 너의 이름 쓰다가

heu-rin chang-e neo-ui i-reum sseu-da-ga

반쪽뿐인 사랑도 반쪽뿐인 사진도

ban-jjok-ppun-in sa-rang-do ban-jjok-ppun-in sa-jin-do

하나도 버릴 수 없는 내가 너무 가여워

ha-na-do beo-ril su eop-neun nae-ga neo-mu ga-yeo-wo

Verse 3

너 때문에 이래 내게 왜 이러는데

neo ttae-mun-e i-rae nae-ge wae i-reo-neun-de

깊은 눈물속에 나를 꺼내 줘

gip-eun nun-mul-sok-e na-reul kkeo-nae jwo

사랑이라는 건 너무 어려워

sa-rang-i-ra-neun geon neo-mu eo-ryeo-wo

다시 해도 잘 할 자신이 없어

da-si hae-do jal hal ja-sin-i eop-eo

반쪽뿐인 사랑도 반쪽뿐인 사진도

ban-jjok-ppun-in sa-rang-do ban-jjok-ppun-in sa-jin-do

하나도 버릴 수 없는 내가 너무 가여워

ha-na-do beo-ril su eop-neun nae-ga neo-mu ga-yeo-wo

너 때문에 이래 내게 왜 이러는데

neo ttae-mun-e i-rae nae-ge wae i-reo-neun-de

깊은 눈물속에 나를 꺼내 줘

gip-eun nun-mul-sok-e na-reul kkeo-nae jwo

Verse 4

네가 없는 나는 반쪽이니까

ne-ga eop-neun na-neun ban-jjok-i-ni-kka

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Pitiful" (Pitiful) 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 "Pitiful" 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, "Pitiful" 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 “Pitiful”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Pitiful” 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 “Pitiful”.

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 Pitiful by IU?

"Pitiful" 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 Pitiful with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice Pitiful with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=pitiful, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced Pitiful by IU?

"Pitiful" 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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