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Lullaby

Lullaby

Artist: IU•Album: Love Poem - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English68% KR📅 2019K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Lullaby” (Lullaby) is performed by IU, released on the album Love Poem - EP in 2019.

💡 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

기다리지 않기로 했잖아

gi-da-ri-ji an-gi-ro haess-jan-a

울지 않을 거라고 그랬잖아

ul-ji an-eul geo-ra-go geu-raess-jan-a

너무 늦은 밤이야

neo-mu neut-eun bam-i-ya

오 너무 긴 이별이야

o neo-mu gin i-byeol-i-ya

잠시만 더 이렇게 있을까

jam-si-man deo i-reot-ge iss-eul-kka

그래 잊혀져 버릴 꿈이지만

geu-rae it-hyeo-jyeo beo-ril kkum-i-ji-man

눈을 감아 마지막

nun-eul gam-a ma-ji-mak

잠을 재워 줄게

jam-eul jae-wo jul-ge

Chorus

My lullaby

Baby, sweet good night

무서운 꿈은 없을 거야

mu-seo-un kkum-eun eop-eul geo-ya

너의 끝나지 않는 긴긴 하루를

neo-ui kkeut-na-ji an-neun gin-gin ha-ru-reul

이제는 그만 보내주렴 음

i-je-neun geu-man bo-nae-ju-ryeom eum

가만히 끌어안고 있을까

ga-man-hi kkeul-eo-an-go iss-eul-kka

어느 사이 끝나 가는 꿈이지만

eo-neu sa-i kkeut-na ga-neun kkum-i-ji-man

마음 놓아 마지막 노랠 불러 줄게

ma-eum not-a ma-ji-mak no-rael bul-reo jul-ge

Verse 3

My lullaby

Baby, sweet good night

무서운 꿈은 없을 거야

mu-seo-un kkum-eun eop-eul geo-ya

너의 끝나지 않는 긴긴 슬픔을

neo-ui kkeut-na-ji an-neun gin-gin seul-peum-eul

이제는 그만 보내 주렴

i-je-neun geu-man bo-nae ju-ryeom

잠들지 못해

jam-deul-ji mos-hae

지친 숨소리가 잦아들 때까지

ji-chin sum-so-ri-ga jat-a-deul ttae-kka-ji

소란한 너의 밤을 지킬게

so-ran-han neo-ui bam-eul ji-kil-ge

Verse 4

I'll be nearby

Baby, sweet goodnight

항상 네 곁에 있을 거야

hang-sang ne gyeot-e iss-eul geo-ya

더 만날 수 없는 지난날들도

deo man-nal su eop-neun ji-nan-nal-deul-do

이제는 그만 놓아 주렴

i-je-neun geu-man not-a ju-ryeom

My edelweiss

Baby, sweet goodbye

모두 잊어도 돼

mo-du it-eo-do dwae

Verse 5

다 괜찮아 괜찮아 놓아

da gwaen-chan-a gwaen-chan-a not-a

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Lullaby" (Lullaby) 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 "Lullaby" 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, "Lullaby" 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 “Lullaby”?

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Lullaby”.

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Love Poem - EP
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 Lullaby by IU?

"Lullaby" 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 Lullaby with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Lullaby by IU?

"Lullaby" is performed by IU, released on the album "Love Poem - EP" in 2019. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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