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Tear Drops in the Morning

Tear Drops in the Morning

Artist: IU•Album: IU...IM
🇰🇷 Korean📅 2009K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Tear Drops in the Morning” (Tear Drops in the Morning) 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

일어나 아침 내 눈물아

il-eo-na a-chim nae nun-mul-a

눈을 떠 서둘러 오늘도 울어야지

nun-eul tteo seo-dul-reo o-neul-do ul-eo-ya-ji

언제나 나보다 눈물이 짬이 많아서

eon-je-na na-bo-da nun-mul-i jjam-i man-a-seo

부지런하게 깨워야 일어나니까

bu-ji-reon-ha-ge kkae-wo-ya il-eo-na-ni-kka

하루 열 두 번을 더 울어도

ha-ru yeol du beon-eul deo ul-eo-do

아이같이 투정 부려도

a-i-gat-i tu-jeong bu-ryeo-do

내 머릴 만지며 달래던

nae meo-ril man-ji-myeo dal-rae-deon

너는 돌아오지 않겠지만

neo-neun dol-a-o-ji an-gess-ji-man

Chorus

오늘 또 내일 그 다음 날도

o-neul tto nae-il geu da-eum nal-do

너 때문에 많이 아파도

neo ttae-mun-e man-i a-pa-do

미안해 하지 마 괜찮아

mi-an-hae ha-ji ma gwaen-chan-a

아직 너를 사랑하니까

a-jik neo-reul sa-rang-ha-ni-kka

어느 날 네가 떠나던 날

eo-neu nal ne-ga tteo-na-deon nal

그 날도 지금도 주르륵 비가 내려

geu nal-do ji-geum-do ju-reu-reuk bi-ga nae-ryeo

이제 난 더이상 웃을 수 없게 되었어

i-je nan deo-i-sang us-eul su eop-ge doe-eoss-eo

웃으려 해도 눈물이 입을 가려서

us-eu-ryeo hae-do nun-mul-i ip-eul ga-ryeo-seo

Verse 3

하루 열 두 번을 더 울어도

ha-ru yeol du beon-eul deo ul-eo-do

아이같이 투정 부려도

a-i-gat-i tu-jeong bu-ryeo-do

내 머릴 만지며 달래던

nae meo-ril man-ji-myeo dal-rae-deon

너는 돌아오지 않겠지만

neo-neun dol-a-o-ji an-gess-ji-man

오늘 또 내일 그 다음 날도

o-neul tto nae-il geu da-eum nal-do

너 때문에 많이 아파도

neo ttae-mun-e man-i a-pa-do

미안해 하지 마 괜찮아

mi-an-hae ha-ji ma gwaen-chan-a

아직 너를 사랑하니까

a-jik neo-reul sa-rang-ha-ni-kka

Verse 4

그래 조금만 더 기다릴래

geu-rae jo-geum-man deo gi-da-ril-rae

그 때까진 잊지 않을래

geu ttae-kka-jin it-ji an-eul-rae

보고파질 때면 눈감아

bo-go-pa-jil ttae-myeon nun-gam-a

기억 속의 너를 만나면 돼

gi-eok sok-ui neo-reul man-na-myeon dwae

우리 헤어진 걸 다 아는데

u-ri he-eo-jin geol da a-neun-de

나 혼자서 모른 척 할래

na hon-ja-seo mo-reun cheok hal-rae

이별을 믿으면 그 때는

i-byeol-eul mit-eu-myeon geu ttae-neun

정말 이별 하는 거니까

jeong-mal i-byeol ha-neun geo-ni-kka

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Tear Drops in the Morning” by IU.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Tear Drops in the Morning" (Tear Drops in the Morning) 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 "Tear Drops in the Morning" 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, "Tear Drops in the Morning" 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 “Tear Drops in the Morning”?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

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Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)IU...IM
Release Year (발매연도)
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What is the English translation and meaning of Tear Drops in the Morning by IU?

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Who wrote and produced Tear Drops in the Morning by IU?

"Tear Drops in the Morning" 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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