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Friday

Friday (feat. Jang Yi-jeong)

Artist: IU•Album: Modern Times – Epilogue
🇰🇷 Korean95% KR📅 2013K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Friday” (Friday (feat. Jang Yi-jeong)) 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

월요일엔 아마 바쁘지 않을까?

wol-yo-il-en a-ma ba-ppeu-ji an-eul-kka?

화요일도 성급해 보이지 안, 그래?

hwa-yo-il-do seong-geup-hae bo-i-ji an, geu-rae?

수요일은 뭔가 어정쩡한 느낌, 목요일은

su-yo-il-eun mwon-ga eo-jeong-jjeong-han neu-kkim, mok-yo-il-eun

그냥 내가 왠지 싫어

geu-nyang nae-ga waen-ji sil-eo

우, 이번 주 금요일

u, i-beon ju geum-yo-il

우, 금요일에 시간 어때요? 오

u, geum-yo-il-e si-gan eo-ttae-yo? o

주말까지 기다리긴 힘들어

ju-mal-kka-ji gi-da-ri-gin him-deul-eo

시간아, 달려라 시계를

si-gan-a, dal-ryeo-ra si-gye-reul

Chorus

더 보채고 싶지만 (mind control)

deo bo-chae-go sip-ji-man (mind control)

일분 일초가 달콤해, 이 남자 도대체 뭐야?

il-bun il-cho-ga dal-kom-hae, i nam-ja do-dae-che mwo-ya?

사랑에 빠지지 않곤 못 배기겠어

sa-rang-e ppa-ji-ji an-gon mos bae-gi-gess-eo

온 종일, 내 맘은 저기 시계바늘 위에 올라타

on jong-il, nae mam-eun jeo-gi si-gye-ba-neul wi-e ol-ra-ta

한 칸씩 그대에게 더 가까이

han kan-ssik geu-dae-e-ge deo ga-kka-i

나, 나나나나

na, na-na-na-na

나나나나, 나나나

na-na-na-na, na-na-na

나, 나나나나

na, na-na-na-na

Verse 3

라라라라라-라라-라라라-라라

ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra

라라-라라-라라-라라-라라라라

ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra

우, 이번 주 금요일

u, i-beon ju geum-yo-il

우, 금요일에 시간 어때요? 오

u, geum-yo-il-e si-gan eo-ttae-yo? o

딱히 보고 싶은 영화는 없지만

ttak-hi bo-go sip-eun yeong-hwa-neun eop-ji-man

딱히 먹고 싶은 메뉴는 없지만

ttak-hi meok-go sip-eun me-nyu-neun eop-ji-man

주말까지 기다리긴 힘들어

ju-mal-kka-ji gi-da-ri-gin him-deul-eo

시간아, 달려라 시계를

si-gan-a, dal-ryeo-ra si-gye-reul

Verse 4

더 보채고 싶지만 (mind control)

deo bo-chae-go sip-ji-man (mind control)

일분 일초가 달콤해, 이 남자 도대체 뭐야?

il-bun il-cho-ga dal-kom-hae, i nam-ja do-dae-che mwo-ya?

사랑에 빠지지 않곤 못 배기겠어

sa-rang-e ppa-ji-ji an-gon mos bae-gi-gess-eo

온 종일, 내 맘은 저기 시계바늘 위에 올라타

on jong-il, nae mam-eun jeo-gi si-gye-ba-neul wi-e ol-ra-ta

한 칸씩 그대에게 더 가까이

han kan-ssik geu-dae-e-ge deo ga-kka-i

나 뭔가에 홀린 것 같아, 이 여잔 도대체 뭐야?

na mwon-ga-e hol-rin geos gat-a, i yeo-jan do-dae-che mwo-ya?

사랑해주지 않고는 못 배기겠어

sa-rang-hae-ju-ji an-go-neun mos bae-gi-gess-eo

돌아오는 이번 주 금요일에 만나요

dol-a-o-neun i-beon ju geum-yo-il-e man-na-yo

Verse 5

그 날 내 맘을 더 가져가줘요

geu nal nae mam-eul deo ga-jyeo-ga-jwo-yo

나 (더 가까이), 나나나나 (더 가까이)

na (deo ga-kka-i), na-na-na-na (deo ga-kka-i)

나나나나 (더 가까이), 나나나 (더 가까이 와요)

na-na-na-na (deo ga-kka-i), na-na-na (deo ga-kka-i wa-yo)

나, 나나나나 (더 가까이)

na, na-na-na-na (deo ga-kka-i)

라라라라라-라라-라라라-라라

ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra

라라-라라-라라-라라-라라라라

ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra-ra

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Friday" (Friday (feat. Jang Yi-jeong)) 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 "Friday" 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, "Friday" 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 “Friday”?

"Friday" (Friday (feat. Jang Yi-jeong)) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotio...

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

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 Friday, pronunciation practice, and production history.

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

"Friday" 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 Friday with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Friday by IU?

"Friday" 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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