Voice Mail[Korean Version] album artwork

Voice Mail[Korean Version]

Voice Mail (Bonus Track) [Korean Version]

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

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Voice Mail[Korean Version]” (Voice Mail (Bonus Track) [Korean Version]) 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

어쩌면 아니길 바랐나 봐

eo-jjeo-myeon a-ni-gil ba-rass-na bwa

얼마 전부터 밤낮으로 날 괴롭히는 두근거림

eol-ma jeon-bu-teo bam-nat-eu-ro nal goe-rop-hi-neun du-geun-geo-rim

덕분에 나 어제는 한숨도 못 잤어

deok-bun-e na eo-je-neun han-sum-do mos jass-eo

미안 아마 너도 느꼈을 거야

mi-an a-ma neo-do neu-kkyeoss-eul geo-ya

어설프게 감추며 네 주윌 맴돌던

eo-seol-peu-ge gam-chu-myeo ne ju-wil maem-dol-deon

내 모습이 네게 많이 거슬렸다면 사과할게

nae mo-seup-i ne-ge man-i geo-seul-ryeoss-da-myeon sa-gwa-hal-ge

사실은 지금도

sa-sil-eun ji-geum-do

할 수만 있다면 계속 부정하고 싶다

hal su-man iss-da-myeon gye-sok bu-jeong-ha-go sip-da

Chorus

근데 솔직히 조금은

geun-de sol-jik-hi jo-geum-eun

헷갈리게 만든 네 책임도 있는 거 아냐?

hes-gal-ri-ge man-deun ne chaek-im-do iss-neun geo a-nya?

늦은 밤 진동 소리에

neut-eun bam jin-dong so-ri-e

은근한 목소리로 나를 깨웠잖아

eun-geun-han mok-so-ri-ro na-reul kkae-woss-jan-a

아침은 꼭 먹고 다니라며

a-chim-eun kkok meok-go da-ni-ra-myeo

다정했던 걱정 정말 넌 아무 뜻도 없었냐

da-jeong-haess-deon geok-jeong jeong-mal neon a-mu tteus-do eop-eoss-nya

걱정 마 심각한 수준은 아냐

geok-jeong ma sim-gak-han su-jun-eun a-nya

네게 심심풀이 땅콩이라도 좋다느니

ne-ge sim-sim-pul-i ttang-kong-i-ra-do jot-da-neu-ni

Verse 3

뭐 그런 얘기 아냐

mwo geu-reon yae-gi a-nya

잠깐 이러다 알아서 정리할게

jam-kkan i-reo-da al-a-seo jeong-ri-hal-ge

녹음 시간은 벌써

nok-eum si-gan-eun beol-sseo

2분 30초가 막 넘어가고 있네

2-bun 3-0-cho-ga mak neom-eo-ga-go iss-ne

사실 더 할 말도 없어

sa-sil deo hal mal-do eop-eo

어차피 아무 대책 없이 그냥 한 번 질러본 거니까

eo-cha-pi a-mu dae-chaek eop-i geu-nyang han beon jil-reo-bon geo-ni-kka

참 끝까지 초라하다

cham kkeut-kka-ji cho-ra-ha-da

나 왜 이렇게 한심하니

na wae i-reot-ge han-sim-ha-ni

Verse 4

이런 건 아닌데

i-reon geon a-nin-de

답장을 못내 기다릴 텐데

dap-jang-eul mos-nae gi-da-ril ten-de

역시 아니라면 난 아니라면

yeok-si a-ni-ra-myeon nan a-ni-ra-myeon

아아아 아아아 아아

a-a-a a-a-a a-a

네가 아니면 뭐 아닌 거지 뭐

ne-ga a-ni-myeon mwo a-nin geo-ji mwo

아닌 거지 뭐

a-nin geo-ji mwo

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Voice Mail[Korean Version]” by IU.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Voice Mail[Korean Version]" (Voice Mail (Bonus Track) [Korean Version]) 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 "Voice Mail[Korean Version]" 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, "Voice Mail[Korean Version]" 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 “Voice Mail[Korean Version]”?

"Voice Mail[Korean Version]" (Voice Mail (Bonus Track) [Korean Version]) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore inti...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Voice Mail[Korean Version]”.

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 Voice Mail[Korean Version], pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Voice Mail[Korean Version] by IU?

"Voice Mail[Korean Version]" 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.

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Who wrote and produced Voice Mail[Korean Version] by IU?

"Voice Mail[Korean Version]" 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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