Crayon album artwork

Crayon

Crayon (From Drama "Pretty Boy")

Artist: IU•Album: Modern Times – Epilogue
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English72% KR📅 2013K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Crayon” (Crayon (From Drama "Pretty Boy")) is performed by IU, released on the album Modern Times – Epilogue in 2013.

💡 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

지금 봄인지 가을인지 몰라요

ji-geum bom-in-ji ga-eul-in-ji mol-ra-yo

한겨울이라면 또 어때요

han-gyeo-ul-i-ra-myeon tto eo-ttae-yo

녹아 다 없어질 만큼

nok-a da eop-eo-jil man-keum

온종일 만져주는 걸

on-jong-il man-jyeo-ju-neun geol

요즘 날씨가 정말 좋네요

yo-jeum nal-ssi-ga jeong-mal jot-ne-yo

아니래도 사실 알게 뭐야

a-ni-rae-do sa-sil al-ge mwo-ya

서울 공기가 이렇게나 달콤했었나요

seo-ul gong-gi-ga i-reot-ge-na dal-kom-haess-eoss-na-yo

우 뭐든지 그려요

u mwo-deun-ji geu-ryeo-yo

Chorus

다 돼줄게요 크레파스처럼 색칠해요

da dwae-jul-ge-yo keu-re-pa-seu-cheo-reom saek-chil-hae-yo

Black or yellow 그려줘요

Black or yellow geu-ryeo-jwo-yo

아무도 보지 못한

a-mu-do bo-ji mos-han

그대 맘 속 판타지를 내게만 oh love

geu-dae mam sok pan-ta-ji-reul nae-ge-man oh love

Sweet line 그려줘요

Sweet line geu-ryeo-jwo-yo

Touch line 만져줘요

Touch line man-jyeo-jwo-yo

머릿결 한 올 한 올까지 다

meo-ris-gyeol han ol han ol-kka-ji da

부드럽게 sweet line 속삭여줘

bu-deu-reop-ge sweet line sok-sak-yeo-jwo

Verse 3

Feel line 다듬어줘

Feel line da-deum-eo-jwo

아프지 않을 만큼 두 손에 가득 담아줘

a-peu-ji an-eul man-keum du son-e ga-deuk dam-a-jwo

우우 예

u-u ye

근데 정말 그렇게 내가 좋나요

geun-de jeong-mal geu-reot-ge nae-ga jot-na-yo

이유를 콕 집어 말해줘요

i-yu-reul kok jip-eo mal-hae-jwo-yo

대체 나의 어떤 모습이 그대 맘을 홀렸을까

dae-che na-ui eo-tteon mo-seup-i geu-dae mam-eul hol-ryeoss-eul-kka

하루에도 몇 번씩 묻는 내가

ha-ru-e-do myeot beon-ssik mut-neun nae-ga

귀찮아도 대답해줘 love

gwi-chan-a-do dae-dap-hae-jwo love

Verse 4

Sweet line 그려줘요

Sweet line geu-ryeo-jwo-yo

Touch line 만져줘요

Touch line man-jyeo-jwo-yo

손가락 마디마디까지 다

son-ga-rak ma-di-ma-di-kka-ji da

부드럽게 sweet line 속삭여줘

bu-deu-reop-ge sweet line sok-sak-yeo-jwo

Feel line 다듬어줘

Feel line da-deum-eo-jwo

아프지 않을 만큼 두 손에 가득 담아 줘

a-peu-ji an-eul man-keum du son-e ga-deuk dam-a jwo

우우 예

u-u ye

크레파스 얼룩들이 그대 손에 다 묻어

keu-re-pa-seu eol-ruk-deul-i geu-dae son-e da mut-eo

Verse 5

끈적거릴 때까지 아이처럼 계속

kkeun-jeok-geo-ril ttae-kka-ji a-i-cheo-reom gye-sok

우 뭐든지 그려요

u mwo-deun-ji geu-ryeo-yo

다 돼줄게요 크레파스처럼 색칠해요

da dwae-jul-ge-yo keu-re-pa-seu-cheo-reom saek-chil-hae-yo

Black or yellow 그려줘요

Black or yellow geu-ryeo-jwo-yo

Sweet line 그려줘요

Sweet line geu-ryeo-jwo-yo

Touch line 만져줘요

Touch line man-jyeo-jwo-yo

머릿결 한 올 한 올까지 다

meo-ris-gyeol han ol han ol-kka-ji da

부드럽게 sweet line 속삭여줘

bu-deu-reop-ge sweet line sok-sak-yeo-jwo

Verse 6

Feel line 다듬어줘

Feel line da-deum-eo-jwo

아프지 않을 만큼 두 손에 가득 담아줘

a-peu-ji an-eul man-keum du son-e ga-deuk dam-a-jwo

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Crayon" (Crayon (From Drama "Pretty Boy")) 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 "Crayon" 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, "Crayon" 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 “Crayon”?

"Crayon" (Crayon (From Drama "Pretty Boy")) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, em...

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

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Modern Times – Epilogue
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 Crayon, pronunciation practice, and production history.

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

"Crayon" 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 Crayon with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Crayon by IU?

"Crayon" is performed by IU, released on the album "Modern Times – Epilogue" in 2013. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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