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The Red Shoes

The Red Shoes

Artist: IU•Album: Modern Times
Tempo:121 BPM
Key:C Major
Language:70% KR • 30% EN
Year:2013
K-Pop
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Verse 1
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길을 잃었다, 어딜 가야 할까

gil-eul il-eoss-da, eo-dil ga-ya hal-kka

열두 개로 갈린 조각난 골목길

yeol-du gae-ro gal-rin jo-gak-nan gol-mok-gil

어딜 가면 너를 다시 만날까

eo-dil ga-myeon neo-reul da-si man-nal-kka

운명으로 친다면, 내 운명을 고르자면

un-myeong-eu-ro chin-da-myeon, nae un-myeong-eul go-reu-ja-myeon

눈을 감고 걸어도 맞는 길을 고르지

nun-eul gam-go geol-eo-do mat-neun gil-eul go-reu-ji

사라져버린 summer time

sa-ra-jyeo-beo-rin summer time

너의 두 눈이 나를 비추던 summer time

neo-ui du nun-i na-reul bi-chu-deon summer time

기다리기만 하는 내가 아냐

gi-da-ri-gi-man ha-neun nae-ga a-nya

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너를 찾아 뚜벅

neo-reul chat-a ttu-beok

내게 돌아올 summer time

nae-ge dol-a-ol summer time

찬 바람 불면 그냥 두 눈 감기로 해

chan ba-ram bul-myeon geu-nyang du nun gam-gi-ro hae

What's the time summer time

움파룸파둠 두비두바둠

um-pa-rum-pa-dum du-bi-du-ba-dum

슬프지 않아 춤을 춘다

seul-peu-ji an-a chum-eul chun-da

다시, 다시

da-si, da-si

길을 찾아 떠난 갈색머리 아가씨는

gil-eul chat-a tteo-nan gal-saek-meo-ri a-ga-ssi-neun

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Verse 3
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다시 사랑에 빠졌고 행복했더라는

da-si sa-rang-e ppa-jyeoss-go haeng-bok-haess-deo-ra-neun

처음부터 다시 쓰는 이야기

cheo-eum-bu-teo da-si sseu-neun i-ya-gi

좋은 구둘 신으면 더 좋은 데로 간다며

jot-eun gu-dul sin-eu-myeon deo jot-eun de-ro gan-da-myeo

멈춰지지 않도록, 너를 찾을 때까지

meom-chwo-ji-ji an-do-rok, neo-reul chat-eul ttae-kka-ji

사라져버린 summer time

sa-ra-jyeo-beo-rin summer time

너의 두 눈이 나를 비추던 summer time

neo-ui du nun-i na-reul bi-chu-deon summer time

기다리기만 하는 내가 아냐

gi-da-ri-gi-man ha-neun nae-ga a-nya

너를 찾아 뚜벅

neo-reul chat-a ttu-beok

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Verse 4
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내게 돌아올 summer time

nae-ge dol-a-ol summer time

찬 바람 불면 그냥 두 눈 감기로 해

chan ba-ram bul-myeon geu-nyang du nun gam-gi-ro hae

What's the time summer time

움파룸파둠 두비두바둠

um-pa-rum-pa-dum du-bi-du-ba-dum

멈추지 않아 춤을 춘다

meom-chu-ji an-a chum-eul chun-da

다시, 다시

da-si, da-si

나의 발이 자꾸 발이 자꾸 맘대로 yoo-hoo

na-ui bal-i ja-kku bal-i ja-kku mam-dae-ro yoo-hoo

Oh my, pink shoes, oh my

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Verse 5
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난난 마음 잡고 마음 잡고 제대로 yoo-hoo

nan-nan ma-eum jap-go ma-eum jap-go je-dae-ro yoo-hoo

Yeah, yeah 좀 더 빠르게

Yeah, yeah jom deo ppa-reu-ge

잃어버린 내 summer time

il-eo-beo-rin nae summer time

낯선 시간을 헤매이다 널 찾을까

nat-seon si-gan-eul he-mae-i-da neol chat-eul-kka

아직 길은 멀었니, 겁이 나면

a-jik gil-eun meol-eoss-ni, geop-i na-myeon

나는 괜히 웃어

na-neun gwaen-hi us-eo

혹시 넌 나를 잊을까

hok-si neon na-reul it-eul-kka

너의 시간이 내게 멈춰있길 바래

neo-ui si-gan-i nae-ge meom-chwo-iss-gil ba-rae

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Verse 6
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Slow the time, stop the time

움파룸파룸 두비두비

um-pa-rum-pa-rum du-bi-du-bi

움파룸파룸 두비두바둠

um-pa-rum-pa-rum du-bi-du-ba-dum

좀 더 빠르게 달려간다

jom deo ppa-reu-ge dal-ryeo-gan-da

다시, 다시, 다시, 다시

da-si, da-si, da-si, da-si

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Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“The Red Shoes” (The Red Shoes) is performed by IU, released on the album Modern Times in 2013.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"The Red Shoes" (The Red Shoes) by IU is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations and authentic self-expression, inviting listeners into an introspective lyrical journey framed by striking vocal harmonies.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean lyricism in "The Red Shoes" utilizes poetic imagery and cultural nuance. Through contrasting acoustic intimacy and dynamic rhythmic hooks, the song weaves Korean metaphorical phrases with accessible pop hooks, exploring how fleeting connections leave indelible emotional footprints.

3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering

Engineered with modern production techniques, "The Red Shoes" showcases IU's vocal versatility across polished instrumentation, punchy 808 sub-bass, and nuanced dynamic layering that complements its emotive storytelling.

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다정함 (Empathetic Tenderness)
다정함(Dajeongham)

Considerate Emotional Warmth

Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "The Red Shoes" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.

인연 (Destined Ties)
인연(Inyeon)

Fated Connection & Recognition

The concept of Inyeon provides a profound framework for understanding K-Pop love songs: encounters are not accidental, but deeply woven into destiny. "The Red Shoes" by IU explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.

🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

Key terms to unlock the deeper emotional resonance of this song:

마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, inner feelings
Untranslatable Korean depth of genuine soul and emotion
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
The expressive vehicle conveying raw passion
사랑(Sarang)
Love, devotion
Core theme of romantic and communal attachment

❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries

Q: What is the core artistic message of “The Red Shoes”?

"The Red Shoes" (The Red Shoes) by IU is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between pub...

Q: How does “The Red Shoes” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, IU bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

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Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Modern Times
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for IU
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for IU
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What is the English translation and meaning of The Red Shoes by IU?

"The Red Shoes" 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 The Red Shoes by IU?

"The Red Shoes" 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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