Ah puh album artwork

Ah puh

Ah puh

Artist: IU•Album: IU 5th Album 'LILAC'
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English77% KR📅 2021K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Ah puh” (Ah puh) is performed by IU, released on the album IU 5th Album 'LILAC' in 2021.

💡 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'm such a good surfer

가라앉지 않기

ga-ra-an-ji an-gi

비틀 비 비틀 거리다가 풍덩 (ah)

bi-teul bi bi-teul geo-ri-da-ga pung-deong (ah)

빠지더라도 구명복 따윈 졸업

ppa-ji-deo-ra-do gu-myeong-bok tta-win jol-eop

I'm such a good surfer

휩쓸리지 않기

hwip-sseul-ri-ji an-gi

울렁 우 울렁 거리다가 throw up

ul-reong u ul-reong geo-ri-da-ga throw up

게워내더라도 지는 건 난 못 참아

ge-wo-nae-deo-ra-do ji-neun geon nan mos cham-a

Chorus

제일 높은 파도 올라타타 라차차우아

je-il nop-eun pa-do ol-ra-ta-ta ra-cha-cha-u-a

해일과 함께 사라질 타이밍 그건 내가 골라

hae-il-gwa ham-kke sa-ra-jil ta-i-ming geu-geon nae-ga gol-ra

무슨 소리 겁이 나기는, 재밌지 뭐

mu-seun so-ri geop-i na-gi-neun, jae-miss-ji mwo

어어어 푸푸푸 또 허허허 우우우적

eo-eo-eo pu-pu-pu tto heo-heo-heo u-u-u-jeok

거거거 리더던 시 저저절 나라면

geo-geo-geo ri-deo-deon si jeo-jeo-jeol na-ra-myeon

워어언 이 사람아 언제적 얘길 꺼내나

wo-eo-eon i sa-ram-a eon-je-jeok yae-gil kkeo-nae-na

보란듯이 헤엄치기 처첨버벙

bo-ran-deus-i he-eom-chi-gi cheo-cheom-beo-beong

저저적 셔셔셔 또 저저적 셔셔셔

jeo-jeo-jeok syeo-syeo-syeo tto jeo-jeo-jeok syeo-syeo-syeo

Verse 3

거거겁 없이 몸을 더더던 져져져

geo-geo-geop eop-i mom-eul deo-deo-deon jyeo-jyeo-jyeo

워어언 이 사람아 뭘 그렇게나 놀래나

wo-eo-eon i sa-ram-a mwol geu-reot-ge-na nol-rae-na

더 재밌는 걸 보여줄게 when the wave has come

deo jae-miss-neun geol bo-yeo-jul-ge when the wave has come

I'm a bubble maker

잔잔한 바다를

jan-jan-han ba-da-reul

지긋 지 지긋 괴롭히는 villain (ah)

ji-geus ji ji-geus goe-rop-hi-neun villain (ah)

나이를 먹어도 이 버릇 남 못 줘 난

na-i-reul meok-eo-do i beo-reus nam mos jwo nan

I'm a bubble maker

Verse 4

이제 이쯤이야

i-je i-jjeum-i-ya

출렁 추 출렁 멀미도, suck it up

chul-reong chu chul-reong meol-mi-do, suck it up

물 먹이더라도 이곳을 난 못 떠나

mul meok-i-deo-ra-do i-gos-eul nan mos tteo-na

제일 높은 파도 올라타타 라차차우아

je-il nop-eun pa-do ol-ra-ta-ta ra-cha-cha-u-a

너울과 함께 부서질 타이밍 그건 내가 골라

neo-ul-gwa ham-kke bu-seo-jil ta-i-ming geu-geon nae-ga gol-ra

무슨 소리 겁이 나기는, 재밌지 뭐

mu-seun so-ri geop-i na-gi-neun, jae-miss-ji mwo

어어어 푸푸푸 또 허허허 우우우적

eo-eo-eo pu-pu-pu tto heo-heo-heo u-u-u-jeok

거거거 리더던 시 저저절 나라면

geo-geo-geo ri-deo-deon si jeo-jeo-jeol na-ra-myeon

Verse 5

워어언 이 사람아 언제적 얘길 꺼내나

wo-eo-eon i sa-ram-a eon-je-jeok yae-gil kkeo-nae-na

맨몸으로 헤엄치기 처첨버벙

maen-mom-eu-ro he-eom-chi-gi cheo-cheom-beo-beong

어, 또 보네 다음에

eo, tto bo-ne da-eum-e

다시 만날 때까지

da-si man-nal ttae-kka-ji

부디 행운을 빌어

bu-di haeng-un-eul bil-eo

지겹게 보자고

ji-gyeop-ge bo-ja-go

슬 가볼게

seul ga-bol-ge

나 먼저 저기 물마루에

na meon-jeo jeo-gi mul-ma-ru-e

Verse 6

워어언 이 사람 참 뭘 그렇게나 놀래나

wo-eo-eon i sa-ram cham mwol geu-reot-ge-na nol-rae-na

더 재밌는 걸 보여줄게 when the wave has come

deo jae-miss-neun geol bo-yeo-jul-ge when the wave has come

저저적 셔셔셔 또 저저적 셔셔셔

jeo-jeo-jeok syeo-syeo-syeo tto jeo-jeo-jeok syeo-syeo-syeo

거거겁 없이 몸을 더더던 져져져

geo-geo-geop eop-i mom-eul deo-deo-deon jyeo-jyeo-jyeo

워어언 이 사람아 뭘 그렇게나 보채나

wo-eo-eon i sa-ram-a mwol geu-reot-ge-na bo-chae-na

거품처럼 사라질게 when the time has come

geo-pum-cheo-reom sa-ra-jil-ge when the time has come

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Ah puh" (Ah puh) 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 "Ah puh" 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, "Ah puh" 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 “Ah puh”?

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

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Ah puh”.

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)IU 5th Album 'LILAC'
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 Ah puh by IU?

"Ah puh" 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 Ah puh with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Ah puh by IU?

"Ah puh" is performed by IU, released on the album "IU 5th Album 'LILAC'" in 2021. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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