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Scary Fairy Tale

Scary Fairy Tale

Artist: IU•Album: Real+ - Single
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English40% KR📅 2011K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Scary Fairy Tale” (Scary Fairy Tale) is performed by IU, released on the album Real+ - Single in 2011.

💡 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

이 밤 지나고 나면은

i bam ji-na-go na-myeon-eun

날 깨울 그대 올 테죠

nal kkae-ul geu-dae ol te-jyo

한 방울 씩 흘려 놓은

han bang-ul ssik heul-ryeo not-eun

눈물 즈려밟으며

nun-mul jeu-ryeo-bal-eu-myeo

저 문 열리면 또다시

jeo mun yeol-ri-myeon tto-da-si

빛이 내게 닿을 테죠

bit-i nae-ge dat-eul te-jyo

그 이후론 영원토록

geu i-hu-ron yeong-won-to-rok

행복하게 살 테죠

haeng-bok-ha-ge sal te-jyo

Chorus

열 두시 종이 울리면

yeol du-si jong-i ul-ri-myeon

꿈속에서 눈 뜨죠

kkum-sok-e-seo nun tteu-jyo

사람들의 축복 속에

sa-ram-deul-ui chuk-bok sok-e

춤추고 있는 우리 둘

chum-chu-go iss-neun u-ri dul

난 숨을 쉬죠 (you will never know)

nan sum-eul swi-jyo (you will never know)

난 살아있어요 (everyone fails to love)

nan sal-a-iss-eo-yo (everyone fails to love)

그 사실만은 나 믿어도 되는 거겠죠

geu sa-sil-man-eun na mit-eo-do doe-neun geo-gess-jyo

Nothing lasts forever, nothing really matters

Verse 3

날 찾는 길이 험해서

nal chat-neun gil-i heom-hae-seo

헤매고 있나 봐요

he-mae-go iss-na bwa-yo

언젠가는 웃으면서

eon-jen-ga-neun us-eu-myeon-seo

그대 품에 잠들겠죠

geu-dae pum-e jam-deul-gess-jyo

난 갈 수 없죠 (I will never know)

nan gal su eop-jyo (I will never know)

날 못 찾을까 봐 (everyone tells me so)

nal mos chat-eul-kka bwa (everyone tells me so)

이 기다림이 다 물거품 돼 버릴까봐

i gi-da-rim-i da mul-geo-pum dwae beo-ril-kka-bwa

Nothing lasts forever, nothing really matters

Verse 4

Nothing lasts forever, nothing really matters

Nothing lasts forever, nothing really matters

Nothing lasts forever, nothing really matters

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Scary Fairy Tale" (Scary Fairy Tale) 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 "Scary Fairy Tale" 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, "Scary Fairy Tale" 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 “Scary Fairy Tale”?

"Scary Fairy Tale" (Scary Fairy Tale) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotiona...

Q: How can I practice singing “Scary Fairy Tale” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Scary Fairy Tale”.

Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Real+ - Single
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 Scary Fairy Tale by IU?

"Scary Fairy Tale" 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 Scary Fairy Tale by IU?

"Scary Fairy Tale" is performed by IU, released on the album "Real+ - Single" in 2011. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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