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Obliviate

Obliviate

Artist: IU•Album: Modern Times
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English74% KR📅 2013K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Obliviate” (Obliviate) 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

(Oh, 슬픈 기억을 다 모아)

(Oh, seul-peun gi-eok-eul da mo-a)

(Obliviate, obliviate)

지금부터 기억을 지운다

ji-geum-bu-teo gi-eok-eul ji-un-da

한 걸음 뒤로 갈 때마다 추억 하나씩

han geol-eum dwi-ro gal ttae-ma-da chu-eok ha-na-ssik

난 얼만큼을 더 걸어가야

nan eol-man-keum-eul deo geol-eo-ga-ya

난 얼만큼 더 버려야 너와 남이 될까?

nan eol-man-keum deo beo-ryeo-ya neo-wa nam-i doel-kka?

열 걸음은 턱없이 모자라

yeol geol-eum-eun teok-eop-i mo-ja-ra

천 걸음도 어쩜 부족할 거야

cheon geol-eum-do eo-jjeom bu-jok-hal geo-ya

Chorus

결국 난 나쁜 기억은 사라지고, 좋은 기억만 남는다는 (ha-ah)

gyeol-guk nan na-ppeun gi-eok-eun sa-ra-ji-go, jot-eun gi-eok-man nam-neun-da-neun (ha-ah)

말도 안 되는 그 주문을 건다

mal-do an doe-neun geu ju-mun-eul geon-da

머리야, obliviate, 마음아, obliviate

meo-ri-ya, obliviate, ma-eum-a, obliviate

아파, 얼마나 내가 더 무너져야 해?

a-pa, eol-ma-na nae-ga deo mu-neo-jyeo-ya hae?

이건 아니야, 그럴 리 없단 말이야

i-geon a-ni-ya, geu-reol ri eop-dan mal-i-ya

더 선명해진 얼굴, 그 목소리가 다시 귓가에

deo seon-myeong-hae-jin eol-gul, geu mok-so-ri-ga da-si gwis-ga-e

(Obliviate)

내 머리 속은 너무 비좁아

nae meo-ri sok-eun neo-mu bi-jop-a

Verse 3

전부 짐이 돼버린 네 흔적이 나에겐

jeon-bu jim-i dwae-beo-rin ne heun-jeok-i na-e-gen

너무 아픈 virus, 약도 없는 virus

neo-mu a-peun virus, yak-do eop-neun virus

Oh, 말도 안 되는 이 사랑이 싫어

Oh, mal-do an doe-neun i sa-rang-i sil-eo

머리야, obliviate, 마음아, obliviate

meo-ri-ya, obliviate, ma-eum-a, obliviate

아파, 얼마나 내가 더 무너져야 해?

a-pa, eol-ma-na nae-ga deo mu-neo-jyeo-ya hae?

이건 아니야, 그럴 리 없단 말이야

i-geon a-ni-ya, geu-reol ri eop-dan mal-i-ya

더 선명해진 얼굴, 그 목소리가 다시 들리네

deo seon-myeong-hae-jin eol-gul, geu mok-so-ri-ga da-si deul-ri-ne

지워라, 머리야, oh, 제발 내 마음아

ji-wo-ra, meo-ri-ya, oh, je-bal nae ma-eum-a

Verse 4

지워라, 머리야, oh, 제발 내 마음아

ji-wo-ra, meo-ri-ya, oh, je-bal nae ma-eum-a

(Obliviate)

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Obliviate" (Obliviate) 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 "Obliviate" 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, "Obliviate" 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 “Obliviate”?

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

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Obliviate”.

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 Obliviate by IU?

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Who wrote and produced Obliviate by IU?

"Obliviate" 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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