Havana album artwork

Havana

Havana

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

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Havana” (Havana) 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

거기선 모두가 노랠 하고 산대요

geo-gi-seon mo-du-ga no-rael ha-go san-dae-yo

부서지는 파도 앞에 살면서

bu-seo-ji-neun pa-do ap-e sal-myeon-seo

가장 낯설은 도시, 가장 익숙한 그대와

ga-jang nat-seol-eun do-si, ga-jang ik-suk-han geu-dae-wa

어때요 멋질 것 같죠

eo-ttae-yo meos-jil geos gat-jyo

여기선 다 못한 우리 비밀 얘기들

yeo-gi-seon da mos-han u-ri bi-mil yae-gi-deul

크게 나누면서 걸어 다닐래

keu-ge na-nu-myeon-seo geol-eo da-nil-rae

이건 외워주세요, Hola muchacha hermosa

i-geon oe-wo-ju-se-yo, Hola muchacha hermosa

아침마다 말해줘요

a-chim-ma-da mal-hae-jwo-yo

Chorus

널 위해 한 잔, 날 위해 한 잔

neol wi-hae han jan, nal wi-hae han jan

늦은 저녁의 피냐 콜라다

neut-eun jeo-nyeok-ui pi-nya kol-ra-da

웃어요 활짝, 예뻐요 찰칵

us-eo-yo hwal-jjak, ye-ppeo-yo chal-kak

이 순간을 기억해

i sun-gan-eul gi-eok-hae

Havana, you're my Havana

그대의 미지의 그 눈빛

geu-dae-ui mi-ji-ui geu nun-bit

Havana, 언제나 설레임

Havana, eon-je-na seol-re-im

그대의 존재는 날 꿈꾸게 해

geu-dae-ui jon-jae-neun nal kkum-kku-ge hae

Verse 3

너무 정신 없이 바쁠수록 소중한

neo-mu jeong-sin eop-i ba-ppeul-su-rok so-jung-han

그대와 마주한 짧은 순간들

geu-dae-wa ma-ju-han jjal-eun sun-gan-deul

기다릴 누군가가 있는 하루는 행복해

gi-da-ril nu-gun-ga-ga iss-neun ha-ru-neun haeng-bok-hae

반쯤은 들뜬 내 모습

ban-jjeum-eun deul-tteun nae mo-seup

햇살이 얼핏 달콤한 귤빛

haes-sal-i eol-pis dal-kom-han gyul-bit

오후가 떠날 마지막 순간

o-hu-ga tteo-nal ma-ji-mak sun-gan

그대를 만날 준비할 시간

geu-dae-reul man-nal jun-bi-hal si-gan

난 여행을 떠나요

nan yeo-haeng-eul tteo-na-yo

Verse 4

Havana, you're my Havana

그대의 미지의 그 눈빛

geu-dae-ui mi-ji-ui geu nun-bit

Havana, 언제나 설레임

Havana, eon-je-na seol-re-im

그대의 존재는 날 꿈꾸게 해

geu-dae-ui jon-jae-neun nal kkum-kku-ge hae

그대는 나만의 휴식

geu-dae-neun na-man-ui hyu-sik

고민과 걱정 사라지네

go-min-gwa geok-jeong sa-ra-ji-ne

난 매일 저 멀리 떠나요

nan mae-il jeo meol-ri tteo-na-yo

그대를 볼 때면

geu-dae-reul bol ttae-myeon

Verse 5

Havana, you're my Havana

그대의 미지의 그 눈빛

geu-dae-ui mi-ji-ui geu nun-bit

Havana, 언제나 설레임

Havana, eon-je-na seol-re-im

그대의 존재는 날 꿈꾸게 해

geu-dae-ui jon-jae-neun nal kkum-kku-ge hae

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Havana" (Havana) 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 "Havana" 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, "Havana" 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 “Havana”?

"Havana" (Havana) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and...

Q: How can I practice singing “Havana” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Havana”.

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 Havana by IU?

"Havana" 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 Havana with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Havana by IU?

"Havana" 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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