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Flu

Flu

Artist: IU•Album: IU 5th Album 'LILAC'
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English46% KR📅 2021K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Flu” (Flu) 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

Flu-hu-hu-hu-hu, flu-hu-hu-hu-hu

Doc, I'm feeling bad

미열이 흐르고 또 어질어질해

mi-yeol-i heu-reu-go tto eo-jil-eo-jil-hae

There's too much pain

식은땀이 흘러 온몸이 끈끈해

sik-eun-ttam-i heul-reo on-mom-i kkeun-kkeun-hae

엉망이 될 것만 같은 끔찍한 예감이 들어

eong-mang-i doel geos-man gat-eun kkeum-jjik-han ye-gam-i deul-eo

(Flu-hu-hu-hu-hu, flu-hu-hu-hu-hu)

귓가엔 마지막 경고 같은 이명이 들려

gwis-ga-en ma-ji-mak gyeong-go gat-eun i-myeong-i deul-ryeo

Chorus

Hold on a sec, oh damn, I got a bad flu

믿을 수가 없어

mit-eul su-ga eop-eo

오, 이런 바보 같이 또 사랑에 빠져

o, i-reon ba-bo gat-i tto sa-rang-e ppa-jyeo

힐끗힐끗 눈을 맞추면 I'm very embarrassed

hil-kkeus-hil-kkeus nun-eul mat-chu-myeon I'm very embarrassed

온몸에 퍼지는 virus

on-mom-e peo-ji-neun virus

난 더운 숨을 몰아 쉬어 쓰러질 때까지

nan deo-un sum-eul mol-a swi-eo sseu-reo-jil ttae-kka-ji

Flu-hu-hu-hu-hu, flu-hu-hu-hu-hu

이 고통은 마치

i go-tong-eun ma-chi

Verse 3

Flu-hu-hu-hu-hu, flu-hu-hu-hu-hu

오, 이런, 바보 같이

o, i-reon, ba-bo gat-i

I have no plan

시름시름 한참 널 앓을 수밖에

si-reum-si-reum han-cham neol al-eul su-bak-e

Irony해

I-r-o-n-y-hae

내 마음은 쿡 찌르르 아픈데

nae ma-eum-eun kuk jji-reu-reu a-peun-de

입가엔 제멋대로 미묘한 웃음이 흘러

ip-ga-en je-meos-dae-ro mi-myo-han us-eum-i heul-reo

Hold on a sec, oh damn, I got a bad flu

Verse 4

믿을 수가 없어

mit-eul su-ga eop-eo

오, 이런 바보 같이 또 사랑에 빠져

o, i-reon ba-bo gat-i tto sa-rang-e ppa-jyeo

힐끗힐끗 눈을 맞추면 I'm very embarrassed

hil-kkeus-hil-kkeus nun-eul mat-chu-myeon I'm very embarrassed

온몸에 퍼지는 virus

on-mom-e peo-ji-neun virus

난 더운 숨을 몰아 쉬어 쓰러질 때까지

nan deo-un sum-eul mol-a swi-eo sseu-reo-jil ttae-kka-ji

Flu-hu-hu-hu-hu, flu-hu-hu-hu-hu

이 고통은 마치

i go-tong-eun ma-chi

Flu-hu-hu-hu-hu, flu-hu-hu-hu-hu

Verse 5

오, 이런 바보 같이

o, i-reon ba-bo gat-i

안간힘을 다해봐도

an-gan-him-eul da-hae-bwa-do

이제 더는 무리일 걸

i-je deo-neun mu-ri-il geol

완전히 진 기분이 들어

wan-jeon-hi jin gi-bun-i deul-eo

피할 수가 없어 (없어)

pi-hal su-ga eop-eo (eop-eo)

뜻밖의 사고 같이 또 사랑에 빠져

tteus-bak-ui sa-go gat-i tto sa-rang-e ppa-jyeo

아슬아슬 다가가 위태로운 Everest

a-seul-a-seul da-ga-ga wi-tae-ro-un Everest

심장에 울리는 siren

sim-jang-e ul-ri-neun siren

Verse 6

사나운 숨을 몰아 쉬어 쓰러질 때까지

sa-na-un sum-eul mol-a swi-eo sseu-reo-jil ttae-kka-ji

Flu-hu-hu-hu-hu, flu-hu-hu-hu-hu

이 고통은 마치

i go-tong-eun ma-chi

Flu-hu-hu-hu-hu, flu-hu-hu-hu-hu

오, 이런 바보 같이

o, i-reon ba-bo gat-i

Flu-hu-hu-hu-hu, flu-hu-hu-hu-hu

이 고통은 마치

i go-tong-eun ma-chi

Flu-hu-hu-hu-hu, flu-hu-hu-hu-hu

Verse 7

오, 이런 바보 같이

o, i-reon ba-bo gat-i

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Flu" (Flu) 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 "Flu" 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, "Flu" 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 “Flu”?

"Flu" (Flu) 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 “Flu” 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 “Flu”.

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

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

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

"Flu" 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 Flu with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Flu by IU?

"Flu" 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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