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Into the I-Land

Into the I-Land

Artist: IU•Album: Into the I-Land - Single
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English40% KR📅 2020K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Into the I-Land” (Into the I-Land) is performed by IU, released on the album Into the I-Land - Single in 2020.

💡 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 got pushed 떠밀려 왔어

I got pushed tteo-mil-ryeo wass-eo

오래도 찾아 헤맨 꿈의 문 앞에

o-rae-do chat-a he-maen kkum-ui mun ap-e

내 안에 그 작은 노래가

nae an-e geu jak-eun no-rae-ga

작은 노래가 날 여기 데려왔어

jak-eun no-rae-ga nal yeo-gi de-ryeo-wass-eo

외로워도 기댈 곳 없이

oe-ro-wo-do gi-dael gos eop-i

괴로워도 멈춤 없이

goe-ro-wo-do meom-chum eop-i

그저 참고 견딘 시간의 의미를

geu-jeo cham-go gyeon-din si-gan-ui ui-mi-reul

이제야 나 널 만난 후에야

i-je-ya na neol man-nan hu-e-ya

Chorus

손잡은 후에야 그 이유를 깨달아

son-jap-eun hu-e-ya geu i-yu-reul kkae-dal-a

Yeah I'm scared 두렵긴 하지만

Yeah I'm scared du-ryeop-gin ha-ji-man

힘차게 뛰어가 let's just try

him-cha-ge ttwi-eo-ga let's just try

It's our chance 수없이 새겨진

It's our chance su-eop-i sae-gyeo-jin

지난 발자국이 알아

ji-nan bal-ja-guk-i al-a

Woah oh

친구가 되어 함께 걸어줘

chin-gu-ga doe-eo ham-kke geol-eo-jwo

Let's just run for our lives

Verse 3

Woah oh

손을 내밀어 그리고 약속해

son-eul nae-mil-eo geu-ri-go yak-sok-hae

Let's just run for our lives

Woah oh

미래의 문이 열리고 약속의 그날이 보여

mi-rae-ui mun-i yeol-ri-go yak-sok-ui geu-nal-i bo-yeo

You & I

We can fly

넌 또 다른 나 난 또 다른 너

neon tto da-reun na nan tto da-reun neo

Verse 4

Let's just run for our lives

Woah oh

너와 내 꿈의 I-LAND

neo-wa nae kkum-ui I-LAND

Run for your heart run for your life

너와 내 꿈의 I-LAND

neo-wa nae kkum-ui I-LAND

Run for your heart run for your life

외로워도 기댈 곳 없이

oe-ro-wo-do gi-dael gos eop-i

괴로워도 멈춤 없이

goe-ro-wo-do meom-chum eop-i

Verse 5

내게 지구는 꼭 무인도 같았어

nae-ge ji-gu-neun kkok mu-in-do gat-ass-eo

But right now 넌 지금 내 옆에

But right now neon ji-geum nae yeop-e

지금 내 옆에 함께 달리고 있어

ji-geum nae yeop-e ham-kke dal-ri-go iss-eo

Yeah I'm scared 떨리고 있지만

Yeah I'm scared tteol-ri-go iss-ji-man

멈추지 말고 가 let's just try

meom-chu-ji mal-go ga let's just try

It's our chance 수없이 새겨진

It's our chance su-eop-i sae-gyeo-jin

지난 발자국이 알아

ji-nan bal-ja-guk-i al-a

Woah oh

Verse 6

친구가 되어 함께 걸어줘

chin-gu-ga doe-eo ham-kke geol-eo-jwo

Let's just run for our lives

Woah oh

손을 내밀어 그리고 약속해

son-eul nae-mil-eo geu-ri-go yak-sok-hae

Let's just run for our lives

Woah oh

'I'란 섬과 섬 사이

'I'ran seom-gwa seom sa-i

작은 선을 이어서 단단한 다릴 지어

jak-eun seon-eul i-eo-seo dan-dan-han da-ril ji-eo

Verse 7

Now I & I & I & I are I-LAND

너와 난 너와 난 너와 난 하나인 거야

neo-wa nan neo-wa nan neo-wa nan ha-na-in geo-ya

Yeah, 너와 내 꿈의 I-LAND

Yeah, neo-wa nae kkum-ui I-LAND

Run for your heart run for your life, yeah

너와 내 꿈의 I-LAND

neo-wa nae kkum-ui I-LAND

Run for your heart run for your life

Woah oh

친구가 되어 함께 걸어줘

chin-gu-ga doe-eo ham-kke geol-eo-jwo

Verse 8

Let's just run for our lives

Woah oh

손을 내밀어 그리고 약속해

son-eul nae-mil-eo geu-ri-go yak-sok-hae

Let's just run for our lives

Woah oh

꿈은 현실에 꽃피고 꽃은 불꽃 속에 빛나

kkum-eun hyeon-sil-e kkot-pi-go kkot-eun bul-kkot sok-e bit-na

You & I

We can fly

Verse 9

넌 또 다른 나 난 또 다른 너

neon tto da-reun na nan tto da-reun neo

Let's just run for our lives

Woah oh

Oh

Run for your dream

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Into the I-Land” by IU.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Into the I-Land" (Into the I-Land) 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 "Into the I-Land" 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, "Into the I-Land" 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 “Into the I-Land”?

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Q: How can I practice singing “Into the I-Land” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Into the I-Land”.

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Into the I-Land - Single
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 Into the I-Land by IU?

"Into the I-Land" 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 Into the I-Land by IU?

"Into the I-Land" is performed by IU, released on the album "Into the I-Land - Single" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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