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A Gloomy Clock

A Gloomy Clock (feat. 종현)

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

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“A Gloomy Clock” (A Gloomy Clock (feat. 종현)) is performed by IU, released on the album Modern Times 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

우울하다 우울해

u-ul-ha-da u-ul-hae

지금 이 시간엔 우울하다

ji-geum i si-gan-en u-ul-ha-da

우울하다 우울해

u-ul-ha-da u-ul-hae

지금이 몇 시지? 열한 시 반

ji-geum-i myeot si-ji? yeol-han si ban

우울하다 우울해

u-ul-ha-da u-ul-hae

또 우울시계가 째깍째깍

tto u-ul-si-gye-ga jjae-kkak-jjae-kkak

우울하다 우울해

u-ul-ha-da u-ul-hae

라면 왜 먹었지? 살 찌겠네

ra-myeon wae meok-eoss-ji? sal jji-gess-ne

Chorus

비가 온다 비가 와 (끈적끈적)

bi-ga on-da bi-ga wa (kkeun-jeok-kkeun-jeok)

끈적거리게 자꾸 비가 와 (끈적)

kkeun-jeok-geo-ri-ge ja-kku bi-ga wa (kkeun-jeok)

잠이 온다 잠이 와

jam-i on-da jam-i wa

그냥 세상 만사 귀찮아

geu-nyang se-sang man-sa gwi-chan-a

시간이 흐르면

si-gan-i heu-reu-myeon

가슴 찢어지던 이별도

ga-seum jjit-eo-ji-deon i-byeol-do

시간이 흐르면

si-gan-i heu-reu-myeon

이불 걷어찰 어린 기억도

i-bul geot-eo-chal eo-rin gi-eok-do

Verse 3

잊혀진다 잊혀져 (잊혀진다니까)

it-hyeo-jin-da it-hyeo-jyeo (it-hyeo-jin-da-ni-kka)

그냥저냥 휙휙 지나 가

geu-nyang-jeo-nyang hwik-hwik ji-na ga

잊혀진다 잊혀져

it-hyeo-jin-da it-hyeo-jyeo

그땐 그게 전분 줄 알았는데

geu-ttaen geu-ge jeon-bun jul al-ass-neun-de

시간이 흐르면

si-gan-i heu-reu-myeon

지금 이리 우울한 것도

ji-geum i-ri u-ul-han geos-do

시간이 흐르면

si-gan-i heu-reu-myeon

힘들다 징징댔던 것도

him-deul-da jing-jing-daess-deon geos-do

Verse 4

한때란다 한때야

han-ttae-ran-da han-ttae-ya

날카로운 감정의 기억이

nal-ka-ro-un gam-jeong-ui gi-eok-i

무뎌진다 무뎌져

mu-dyeo-jin-da mu-dyeo-jyeo

네모가 닳아져 원이 돼

ne-mo-ga dal-a-jyeo won-i dwae

우울하다 우울해

u-ul-ha-da u-ul-hae

무뎌져 가는 게 우울하다

mu-dyeo-jyeo ga-neun ge u-ul-ha-da

씁쓸하다 씁쓸해

sseup-sseul-ha-da sseup-sseul-hae

한약을 다려 마신 듯 씁쓸

han-yak-eul da-ryeo ma-sin deus sseup-sseul

Verse 5

우울하다 (우울하다) 우울해 (우울해)

u-ul-ha-da (u-ul-ha-da) u-ul-hae (u-ul-hae)

별 것도 아닌데 우울하다 (우울하다)

byeol geos-do a-nin-de u-ul-ha-da (u-ul-ha-da)

우울하다 우울해

u-ul-ha-da u-ul-hae

우울우울 열매 먹은 듯 우울

u-ul-u-ul yeol-mae meok-eun deus u-ul

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"A Gloomy Clock" (A Gloomy Clock (feat. 종현)) 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 "A Gloomy Clock" 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, "A Gloomy Clock" 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 “A Gloomy Clock”?

"A Gloomy Clock" (A Gloomy Clock (feat. 종현)) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, e...

Q: How can I practice singing “A Gloomy Clock” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “A Gloomy Clock”.

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Modern Times
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 A Gloomy Clock by IU?

"A Gloomy Clock" 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 A Gloomy Clock by IU?

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

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