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Love of B

Love of B (with Park Ju-won)

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

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Love of B” (Love of B (with Park Ju-won)) 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

뻔히 봐놓고 답장은 안 해

ppeon-hi bwa-not-go dap-jang-eun an hae

얼마나 바쁘시길래

eol-ma-na ba-ppeu-si-gil-rae

끝나고 뭐해 얼굴 좀 볼까

kkeut-na-go mwo-hae eol-gul jom bol-kka

오늘 우리 얘기 좀 해

o-neul u-ri yae-gi jom hae

언뜻 패턴은 비슷하지만

eon-tteus pae-teon-eun bi-seus-ha-ji-man

연애 초기 그것관 달라

yeon-ae cho-gi geu-geos-gwan dal-ra

모른 척 해도 이건 더 이상

mo-reun cheok hae-do i-geon deo i-sang

밀고 당기기가 아냐

mil-go dang-gi-gi-ga a-nya

Chorus

미묘한 신경전들이

mi-myo-han sin-gyeong-jeon-deul-i

더는 필요치 않은 사이

deo-neun pil-yo-chi an-eun sa-i

늘어질 대로 늘어져가는

neul-eo-jil dae-ro neul-eo-jyeo-ga-neun

Running time

눈칠 살피며 시간만 끌어

nun-chil sal-pi-myeo si-gan-man kkeul-eo

애태우는 저의가 뭐야

ae-tae-u-neun jeo-ui-ga mwo-ya

유통기한은 끝난 지 오래

yu-tong-gi-han-eun kkeut-nan ji o-rae

상해도 한참 상했지

sang-hae-do han-cham sang-haess-ji

Verse 3

혀 끝을 지나기도 전에

hyeo kkeut-eul ji-na-gi-do jeon-e

벌써 지루해져 버린 내 이름

beol-sseo ji-ru-hae-jyeo beo-rin nae i-reum

애인스럽게 불려본 게

ae-in-seu-reop-ge bul-ryeo-bon ge

언제던가 짠해

eon-je-deon-ga jjan-hae

다시 끓기도 푹 식히기도

da-si kkeul-gi-do puk sik-hi-gi-do

뜻뜨미적지근한 온도

tteus-tteu-mi-jeok-ji-geun-han on-do

끝이 보이질 않는 이 눈치 게임

kkeut-i bo-i-jil an-neun i nun-chi ge-im

하루도 더 못해 그래 내가 졌어

ha-ru-do deo mos-hae geu-rae nae-ga jyeoss-eo

Verse 4

에라이 비겁한 남자야

e-ra-i bi-geop-han nam-ja-ya

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Love of B" (Love of B (with Park Ju-won)) 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 "Love of B" 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, "Love of B" 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 “Love of B”?

"Love of B" (Love of B (with Park Ju-won)) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emo...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Love of B”.

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

Common questions about Love of B, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Love of B by IU?

"Love of B" 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 Love of B with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Love of B by IU?

"Love of B" 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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