Marshmallow album artwork

Marshmallow

Marshmallow

Artist: IU•Album: IU...IM
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English73% KR📅 2009K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Marshmallow” (Marshmallow) is performed by IU, released on the album IU...IM 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

Marshmallow

말랑 말랑 말랑 말랑 해

mal-rang mal-rang mal-rang mal-rang hae

넌 특별해 완벽해 비교 분석 해봐도

neon teuk-byeol-hae wan-byeok-hae bi-gyo bun-seok hae-bwa-do

다른 애들과는 다르지 (달라 달라 boy)

da-reun ae-deul-gwa-neun da-reu-ji (dal-ra dal-ra boy)

난 한심해 부족해 너에게서 떨어져

nan han-sim-hae bu-jok-hae neo-e-ge-seo tteol-eo-jyeo

바라보기만 하는 바보지

ba-ra-bo-gi-man ha-neun ba-bo-ji

내가 왜 이럴까 너만 생각하다

nae-ga wae i-reol-kka neo-man saeng-gak-ha-da

라랄라라 랄라 날아 올라

ra-ral-ra-ra ral-ra nal-a ol-ra

Chorus

바로 그때 어떡해 뚜벅 뚜벅 네가 걸어와

ba-ro geu-ttae eo-tteok-hae ttu-beok ttu-beok ne-ga geol-eo-wa

Blah blah 얘기를 하지 (wow)

Blah blah yae-gi-reul ha-ji (wow)

무슨 말을 해도 들리지가 않아 째깍 째깍 시간이 stop

mu-seun mal-eul hae-do deul-ri-ji-ga an-a jjae-kkak jjae-kkak si-gan-i stop

마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 달콤해서 너무 좋아

ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) dal-kom-hae-seo neo-mu jot-a

마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 사랑이란 이런 걸까

ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) sa-rang-i-ran i-reon geol-kka

말랑 말랑 말랑해 너무 너무나 말랑해

mal-rang mal-rang mal-rang-hae neo-mu neo-mu-na mal-rang-hae

Girl girl baby girl, clap clap and let it go

젤리처럼 통통해 쿠키처럼 촉촉해

jel-ri-cheo-reom tong-tong-hae ku-ki-cheo-reom chok-chok-hae

Verse 3

Boy boy baby boy boy 마쉬멜로우

Boy boy baby boy boy ma-swi-mel-ro-u

난 소심해 고민해 너를 떠올릴 때면 (oh ah)

nan so-sim-hae go-min-hae neo-reul tteo-ol-ril ttae-myeon (oh ah)

얼굴이 새빨게 지는 아이인 걸

eol-gul-i sae-ppal-ge ji-neun a-i-in geol

내가 왜 이럴까 너만 상상하다

nae-ga wae i-reol-kka neo-man sang-sang-ha-da

라랄라라 랄라 날아 올라

ra-ral-ra-ra ral-ra nal-a ol-ra

바로 그때 어떡해 두근 두근 네가 다가와 (say what)

ba-ro geu-ttae eo-tteok-hae du-geun du-geun ne-ga da-ga-wa (say what)

사귀자고 대쉬를 하지 (어떡해 어떡해)

sa-gwi-ja-go dae-swi-reul ha-ji (eo-tteok-hae eo-tteok-hae)

너의 목소리만 듣고 싶어 정말 가만 가만 모두 다 쉿!

neo-ui mok-so-ri-man deut-go sip-eo jeong-mal ga-man ga-man mo-du da swis!

Verse 4

마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 달콤해서 너무 좋아

ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) dal-kom-hae-seo neo-mu jot-a

마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 사랑이란 이런 걸까

ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) sa-rang-i-ran i-reon geol-kka

말랑 말랑 말랑해 너무 너무나 말랑해

mal-rang mal-rang mal-rang-hae neo-mu neo-mu-na mal-rang-hae

Girl girl baby girl, clap clap and let it go

젤리처럼 통통해 쿠키처럼 촉촉해

jel-ri-cheo-reom tong-tong-hae ku-ki-cheo-reom chok-chok-hae

Boy boy baby boy boy (oh oh oh)

꿈을 꿨나봐 눈을 뜨니까 거짓말처럼

kkum-eul kkwoss-na-bwa nun-eul tteu-ni-kka geo-jis-mal-cheo-reom

다 사라져 널 만날 거야 다시 잘 거야 몰라

da sa-ra-jyeo neol man-nal geo-ya da-si jal geo-ya mol-ra

Verse 5

마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 달콤해서 너무 좋아

ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) dal-kom-hae-seo neo-mu jot-a

마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 마쉬멜로우 (마쉬멜로우) 사랑이란 이런 걸까

ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) ma-swi-mel-ro-u (ma-swi-mel-ro-u) sa-rang-i-ran i-reon geol-kka

말랑 말랑 말랑해 너무 너무나 말랑해

mal-rang mal-rang mal-rang-hae neo-mu neo-mu-na mal-rang-hae

Girl girl baby girl, clap clap and let it go

젤리처럼 통통해 쿠키처럼 촉촉해

jel-ri-cheo-reom tong-tong-hae ku-ki-cheo-reom chok-chok-hae

Boy boy baby boy boy

마쉬멜로우

ma-swi-mel-ro-u

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Marshmallow" (Marshmallow) 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 "Marshmallow" 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, "Marshmallow" 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 “Marshmallow”?

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

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

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)IU...IM
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 Marshmallow by IU?

"Marshmallow" 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 Marshmallow with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Marshmallow by IU?

"Marshmallow" is performed by IU, released on the album "IU...IM" in 2009. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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