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Dear Name

Dear Name

Artist: IU•Album: Palette
Tempo:127 BPM
Key:Bb Major
Language:100% KR • 0% EN
Year:2017
K-Pop
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Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

Verse 1
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꿈에서도 그리운 목소리는

kkum-e-seo-do geu-ri-un mok-so-ri-neun

이름 불러도 대답을 하지 않아

i-reum bul-reo-do dae-dap-eul ha-ji an-a

글썽이는 그 메아리만 돌아와

geul-sseong-i-neun geu me-a-ri-man dol-a-wa

그 소리를 나 혼자서 들어

geu so-ri-reul na hon-ja-seo deul-eo

깨어질 듯이 차가워도

kkae-eo-jil deus-i cha-ga-wo-do

이번에는 결코 놓지 않을게

i-beon-e-neun gyeol-ko not-ji an-eul-ge

아득히 멀어진 그 날의 두 손을

a-deuk-hi meol-eo-jin geu nal-ui du son-eul

끝없이 길었던

kkeut-eop-i gil-eoss-deon

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Chorus
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짙고 어두운 밤 사이로

jit-go eo-du-un bam sa-i-ro

조용히 사라진 니 소원을 알아

jo-yong-hi sa-ra-jin ni so-won-eul al-a

오래 기다릴게

o-rae gi-da-ril-ge

반드시 너를 찾을게

ban-deu-si neo-reul chat-eul-ge

보이지 않도록 멀어도 가자

bo-i-ji an-do-rok meol-eo-do ga-ja

이 새벽이 끝나는 곳으로

i sae-byeok-i kkeut-na-neun gos-eu-ro

어김없이 내 앞에 선 그 아이는

eo-gim-eop-i nae ap-e seon geu a-i-neun

고개 숙여도 기어이 울지 않아

go-gae suk-yeo-do gi-eo-i ul-ji an-a

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Verse 3
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안쓰러워 손을 뻗으면 달아나

an-sseu-reo-wo son-eul ppeot-eu-myeon dal-a-na

텅 빈 허공을 나 혼자 껴안아

teong bin heo-gong-eul na hon-ja kkyeo-an-a

에어질 듯이 아파와도

e-eo-jil deus-i a-pa-wa-do

이번에는 결코 잊지 않을게

i-beon-e-neun gyeol-ko it-ji an-eul-ge

한참을 외로이 기다린 그 말을

han-cham-eul oe-ro-i gi-da-rin geu mal-eul

끝없이 길었던

kkeut-eop-i gil-eoss-deon

짙고 어두운 밤 사이로

jit-go eo-du-un bam sa-i-ro

영원히 사라진 니 소원을 알아

yeong-won-hi sa-ra-jin ni so-won-eul al-a

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Verse 4
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오래 기다릴게

o-rae gi-da-ril-ge

반드시 너를 찾을게

ban-deu-si neo-reul chat-eul-ge

보이지 않도록 멀어도 가자

bo-i-ji an-do-rok meol-eo-do ga-ja

이 새벽이 끝나는 곳

i sae-byeok-i kkeut-na-neun gos

수없이 잃었던

su-eop-i il-eoss-deon

춥고 모진 날 사이로

chup-go mo-jin nal sa-i-ro

조용히 잊혀진 니 이름을 알아

jo-yong-hi it-hyeo-jin ni i-reum-eul al-a

멈추지 않을게

meom-chu-ji an-eul-ge

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Verse 5
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몇 번이라도 외칠게

myeot beon-i-ra-do oe-chil-ge

믿을 수 없도록 멀어도 가자

mit-eul su eop-do-rok meol-eo-do ga-ja

이 새벽이 끝나는 곳으로

i sae-byeok-i kkeut-na-neun gos-eu-ro

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Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Dear Name” (Dear Name) is performed by IU, released on the album Palette in 2017.

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💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

The closing epic of Palette. Co-written with lyricist Kim Eana, "Dear Name" serves as a solemn, cathartic memorial for forgotten, grief-stricken souls, promising that no lost name will remain unspoken or unremembered.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

Speaking someone's "name" (이름) restores their dignity and human connection against the crushing void of oblivion.

3. Production Lore & Sound Engineering

Massive live strings, thundering drums, and a choral crescendo delivering an unforgettable vocal climax.

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Cultural Context & Lyrical Nuance (정 • 한 • 인연)

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Linguistic & Cultural Context
이름(Ireum)

Name, identity, memory

Ireum (이름) embodies human identity and memory—calling out the names of forgotten, suffering, or marginalized souls.

한 & 정 (Bittersweet Resonance)
기억하다(Gieokhada)

To remember, preserve in mind

Gieokhada represents a solemn ethical vow to preserve the legacy of loved ones lost in darkness (han 한 reverence).

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

이름(Ireum)
Name, identity, memory
Ireum (이름) embodies human identity and memory—calling out the names of forgotten, suffering, or marginalized souls.
기억하다(Gieokhada)
To remember, preserve in mind
Gieokhada represents a solemn ethical vow to preserve the legacy of loved ones lost in darkness (han 한 reverence).

❓ Song Analysis & Common Queries

Q: What is the core artistic message of “Dear Name”?

The closing epic of Palette. Co-written with lyricist Kim Eana, "Dear Name" serves as a solemn, cathartic memorial for forgotten, grief-stricken souls, promising that no lost name will remain unspoken...

Q: How does “Dear Name” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Name, identity, memory and nuanced vocal delivery, IU bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

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

Use the K-Lyrics Sing-Along Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch lock and real-time audio sync.

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified songwriting lineage, producer lore, and KOMCA copyright registration for “Dear Name”.

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Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Palette
Release Year (발매연도)
Rights Society (저작권 관리)Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA)✓ Verified Rights Registry
Lyricist (작사)IU, Kim Eana
Composer (작곡)Lee Jong-hoon
Arranger (편곡)Lee Jong-hoon
Producer (프로듀서)IU
Record Label (기획사)FAVE / EDAM Entertainment
Distributor (유통사)Kakao Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dear Name, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Dear Name by IU?

"Dear Name" 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 Dear Name with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice Dear Name with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=dear-name, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced Dear Name by IU?

"Dear Name" was produced by IU with lyrics by IU, Kim Eana, released under FAVE / EDAM Entertainment.

Apakah tersedia lirik lagu Dear Name dan terjemahan serta cara baca?

Ya, K-Lyrics menyediakan lirik lagu Dear Name (IU) lengkap dengan teks asli Hangul, cara baca lirik (romanization mudah), terjemahan bahasa Inggris / Tagalog, serta ulasan arti lagu dan makna lirik mendalam.

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