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Bad Day

Bad Day

Artist: IU•Album: Modern Times
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English77% KR📅 2013K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Bad Day” (Bad Day) 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

키 큰 전봇대 조명 아래

ki keun jeon-bos-dae jo-myeong a-rae

나 혼자 집에 돌아가는 길

na hon-ja jip-e dol-a-ga-neun gil

가기 싫다 쓸쓸한 대사 한 마디 umm

ga-gi sil-da sseul-sseul-han dae-sa han ma-di umm

점점 느려지는 발걸음

jeom-jeom neu-ryeo-ji-neun bal-geol-eum

동네 몇 바퀴를 빙빙 돌다 결국

dong-ne myeot ba-kwi-reul bing-bing dol-da gyeol-guk

도착한 대문 앞에 서서 열쇠를 만지작 만지작

do-chak-han dae-mun ap-e seo-seo yeol-soe-reul man-ji-jak man-ji-jak

아무 소리도 없는 방 그 안에 난 외톨이

a-mu so-ri-do eop-neun bang geu an-e nan oe-tol-i

어딘가 불안해 TV 소리를 키워봐도

eo-din-ga bul-an-hae TV so-ri-reul ki-wo-bwa-do

Chorus

저 사람들은 왜 웃고 있는 거야

jeo sa-ram-deul-eun wae us-go iss-neun geo-ya

아주 깜깜한 비나 내렸음 좋겠네 oh oh 좋겠네 oh oh oh

a-ju kkam-kkam-han bi-na nae-ryeoss-eum jot-gess-ne oh oh jot-gess-ne oh oh oh

Na na na na na na, na na na na na na

Na na na na na, na na

텅 빈 놀이터 벤치에 누군가 다녀간 온기

teong bin nol-i-teo ben-chi-e nu-gun-ga da-nyeo-gan on-gi

왜 따뜻함이 날 더 춥게 만드는 거야

wae tta-tteus-ham-i nal deo chup-ge man-deu-neun geo-ya

웅크린 어깨에 얼굴을 묻다가

ung-keu-rin eo-kkae-e eol-gul-eul mut-da-ga

주머니 속에 감춘 두 손이 시리네

ju-meo-ni sok-e gam-chun du son-i si-ri-ne

Verse 3

어제보다 찬 바람이 불어 이불을 끌어당겨도

eo-je-bo-da chan ba-ram-i bul-eo i-bul-eul kkeul-eo-dang-gyeo-do

더 파고든 바람이 구석구석 춥게 만들어

deo pa-go-deun ba-ram-i gu-seok-gu-seok chup-ge man-deul-eo

전원이 꺼진 것 같은 기척도 없는 창 밖을

jeon-won-i kkeo-jin geos gat-eun gi-cheok-do eop-neun chang bak-eul

바라보며 의미 없는 숨을 쉬고

ba-ra-bo-myeo ui-mi eop-neun sum-eul swi-go

한 겨울보다 차가운 내 방 손 끝까지 시린 공기

han gyeo-ul-bo-da cha-ga-un nae bang son kkeut-kka-ji si-rin gong-gi

봄이 오지 않으면 그게 차라리 나을까

bom-i o-ji an-eu-myeon geu-ge cha-ra-ri na-eul-kka

Na na na na na na, na na na na na na

Na na na na na

Verse 4

내 방 고드름도 녹을까

nae bang go-deu-reum-do nok-eul-kka

햇볕 드는 좋은 날 오면은

haes-byeot deu-neun jot-eun nal o-myeon-eun

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Bad Day" (Bad Day) 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 "Bad Day" 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, "Bad Day" 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 “Bad Day”?

"Bad Day" (Bad Day) 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 “Bad Day”.

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 Bad Day by IU?

"Bad Day" 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 Bad Day with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Bad Day by IU?

"Bad Day" 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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