Teacher album artwork

Teacher

Teacher (Feat. Ra.D)

Artist: IU•Album: Last Fantasy
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English79% KR📅 2011K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Teacher” (Teacher (Feat. Ra.D)) is performed by IU, released on the album Last Fantasy in 2011.

💡 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

키는 더 자라지 않는 것 같은데

ki-neun deo ja-ra-ji an-neun geos gat-eun-de

시간은 자꾸만 재촉하네요

si-gan-eun ja-kku-man jae-chok-ha-ne-yo

어른이 되기엔 아직 이른 저를 날마다 보채요

eo-reun-i doe-gi-en a-jik i-reun jeo-reul nal-ma-da bo-chae-yo

표정없는 얼굴 축 처진 어깨

pyo-jeong-eop-neun eol-gul chuk cheo-jin eo-kkae

수많은 어른들의 힘겨운 저 모습이

su-man-eun eo-reun-deul-ui him-gyeo-un jeo mo-seup-i

혹시 제 모습이 될까 봐 늘 겁이 났죠

hok-si je mo-seup-i doel-kka bwa neul geop-i nass-jyo

어떻게 해야 좋을까요?

eo-tteot-ge hae-ya jot-eul-kka-yo?

Teacher 가르쳐줘요

Teacher ga-reu-chyeo-jwo-yo

Chorus

서툴기만 한 저도 어른이 될까요

seo-tul-gi-man han jeo-do eo-reun-i doel-kka-yo

Teacher 가르쳐주세요

Teacher ga-reu-chyeo-ju-se-yo

누구보다 행복하게 살래요

nu-gu-bo-da haeng-bok-ha-ge sal-rae-yo

지금처럼 이렇게 말예요

ji-geum-cheo-reom i-reot-ge mal-ye-yo

Teacher 커다란 세상에 움츠러들면 어쩌죠

Teacher keo-da-ran se-sang-e um-cheu-reo-deul-myeon eo-jjeo-jyo

Teacher 어렴풋하게 그려왔던

Teacher eo-ryeom-pus-ha-ge geu-ryeo-wass-deon

상상속 멋진 모습은

sang-sang-sok meos-jin mo-seup-eun

아니더라도 어깨를 펼게요

a-ni-deo-ra-do eo-kkae-reul pyeol-ge-yo

Verse 3

아주 작은 고민과 약간의 걱정 말곤

a-ju jak-eun go-min-gwa yak-gan-ui geok-jeong mal-gon

모든 게 즐거운 지금의 내 모습이

mo-deun ge jeul-geo-un ji-geum-ui nae mo-seup-i

사라져버릴까봐 늘 겁이 나요

sa-ra-jyeo-beo-ril-kka-bwa neul geop-i na-yo

어떻게 해야 좋을까요?

eo-tteot-ge hae-ya jot-eul-kka-yo?

Teacher 가르쳐줘요

Teacher ga-reu-chyeo-jwo-yo

서툴기만 한 저도 어른이 될까요

seo-tul-gi-man han jeo-do eo-reun-i doel-kka-yo

Teacher 가르쳐주세요

Teacher ga-reu-chyeo-ju-se-yo

누구보다 행복하게 살래요

nu-gu-bo-da haeng-bok-ha-ge sal-rae-yo

Verse 4

지금처럼

ji-geum-cheo-reom

알 수 없는 미래는 누구에게나 두렵겠지만

al su eop-neun mi-rae-neun nu-gu-e-ge-na du-ryeop-gess-ji-man

괜찮을 것 같아 보여

gwaen-chan-eul geos gat-a bo-yeo

지금 행복하다면 어른이 되어도

ji-geum haeng-bok-ha-da-myeon eo-reun-i doe-eo-do

그렇게 다르지 않을 걸

geu-reot-ge da-reu-ji an-eul geol

모든 게 그렇듯

mo-deun ge geu-reot-deus

행복도 습관이거든

haeng-bok-do seup-gwan-i-geo-deun

Teacher 가르쳐줘요

Teacher ga-reu-chyeo-jwo-yo

Verse 5

서툴기만 한 저도 어른이 될까요?

seo-tul-gi-man han jeo-do eo-reun-i doel-kka-yo?

Yes, you can be the one

Teacher 가르쳐주세요

Teacher ga-reu-chyeo-ju-se-yo

누구보다 행복하게

nu-gu-bo-da haeng-bok-ha-ge

Yes, you can Yes, you do keep going

누구보다 행복하게 살래요

nu-gu-bo-da haeng-bok-ha-ge sal-rae-yo

지금처럼

ji-geum-cheo-reom

Teacher 가르쳐주세요

Teacher ga-reu-chyeo-ju-se-yo

Verse 6

누구보다 행복하게 살래요

nu-gu-bo-da haeng-bok-ha-ge sal-rae-yo

지금처럼 이렇게 말예요

ji-geum-cheo-reom i-reot-ge mal-ye-yo

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Teacher" (Teacher (Feat. Ra.D)) 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 "Teacher" 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, "Teacher" 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 “Teacher”?

"Teacher" (Teacher (Feat. Ra.D)) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vul...

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

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Last Fantasy
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 Teacher, pronunciation practice, and production history.

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

"Teacher" 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 Teacher with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Teacher by IU?

"Teacher" is performed by IU, released on the album "Last Fantasy" in 2011. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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