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Love Alone

Love Alone

Artist: IU•Album: Palette
🇰🇷 Korean📅 2017K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

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

💡 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

그렇게 사랑은 간절히 불러보지만

geu-reot-ge sa-rang-eun gan-jeol-hi bul-reo-bo-ji-man

아무런 대답이 없는

a-mu-reon dae-dap-i eop-neun

그렇게 사랑은 아무리 다가갈수록

geu-reot-ge sa-rang-eun a-mu-ri da-ga-gal-su-rok

멀어져 가는

meol-eo-jyeo ga-neun

얼마나 사랑은 수많은 사람들 중에

eol-ma-na sa-rang-eun su-man-eun sa-ram-deul jung-e

오직 그대 하나

o-jik geu-dae ha-na

얼마나 사랑은 걷잡을 수 없는 바람이 되어

eol-ma-na sa-rang-eun geot-jap-eul su eop-neun ba-ram-i doe-eo

가질 수 없는

ga-jil su eop-neun

Chorus

꿈결이 너를 내게 데려온

kkum-gyeol-i neo-reul nae-ge de-ryeo-on

밤새 처음 들은 목소리가 웃음이 되고

bam-sae cheo-eum deul-eun mok-so-ri-ga us-eum-i doe-go

어느새 앞서간 너의 뒷모습

eo-neu-sae ap-seo-gan neo-ui dwis-mo-seup

잠시도 멈추지 못해 내 마음 터질 것 같아

jam-si-do meom-chu-ji mos-hae nae ma-eum teo-jil geos gat-a

너를 사랑하는 혼자만의 사랑이라도

neo-reul sa-rang-ha-neun hon-ja-man-ui sa-rang-i-ra-do

내 맘 하나 가득 소중한 모든 것인 것을

nae mam ha-na ga-deuk so-jung-han mo-deun geos-in geos-eul

너를 사랑하는 혼자만의 사랑이라도

neo-reul sa-rang-ha-neun hon-ja-man-ui sa-rang-i-ra-do

시들지 않는 영원한 것을

si-deul-ji an-neun yeong-won-han geos-eul

Verse 3

남겨진 하늘 검은 밤바람

nam-gyeo-jin ha-neul geom-eun bam-ba-ram

떠나간 너의 기억 눈부시게 밝혀져 있고

tteo-na-gan neo-ui gi-eok nun-bu-si-ge bal-hyeo-jyeo iss-go

모두 사라질 세상 속에서

mo-du sa-ra-jil se-sang sok-e-seo

널 향한 조급한 그리움 더욱 커져만 가는

neol hyang-han jo-geup-han geu-ri-um deo-uk keo-jyeo-man ga-neun

너를 사랑하는 혼자만의 사랑이라도

neo-reul sa-rang-ha-neun hon-ja-man-ui sa-rang-i-ra-do

내 맘 하나 가득 소중한 모든 것인 것을

nae mam ha-na ga-deuk so-jung-han mo-deun geos-in geos-eul

너를 사랑하는 혼자만의 사랑이라도

neo-reul sa-rang-ha-neun hon-ja-man-ui sa-rang-i-ra-do

시들지 않는 영원한 것을

si-deul-ji an-neun yeong-won-han geos-eul

Verse 4

어쩌면 사랑은 닿을 수 없는 너의 손

eo-jjeo-myeon sa-rang-eun dat-eul su eop-neun neo-ui son

애써 잡으려 하는

ae-sseo jap-eu-ryeo ha-neun

어쩌면 사랑은 있지도 않은 곳으로 찾아가려는

eo-jjeo-myeon sa-rang-eun iss-ji-do an-eun gos-eu-ro chat-a-ga-ryeo-neun

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Love Alone" (Love Alone) 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 Alone" 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 Alone" 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 Alone”?

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

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Love Alone”.

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Palette
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 Love Alone by IU?

"Love Alone" 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 Love Alone by IU?

"Love Alone" is performed by IU, released on the album "Palette" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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