Good Day album artwork

Good Day

좋은 날

Artist: IU•Album: Real
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English85% KR📅 2010K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Good Day” (좋은 날) is performed by IU, released on the album Real in 2010.

💡 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

어쩜 이렇게 하늘은 더 파란 건지

eo-jjeom i-reot-ge ha-neul-eun deo pa-ran geon-ji

오늘따라 왜 바람은 또 완벽한지

o-neul-tta-ra wae ba-ram-eun tto wan-byeok-han-ji

그냥 모르는 척 하나 못들은 척

geu-nyang mo-reu-neun cheok ha-na mos-deul-eun cheok

지워버린 척 딴 얘길 시작할까

ji-wo-beo-rin cheok ttan yae-gil si-jak-hal-kka

아무 말 못하게 입맞출까

a-mu mal mos-ha-ge ip-mat-chul-kka

눈물이 차올라서 고갤 들어

nun-mul-i cha-ol-ra-seo go-gael deul-eo

흐르지 못하게 또 살짝 웃어

heu-reu-ji mos-ha-ge tto sal-jjak us-eo

내게 왜 이러는지 무슨 말을 하는지

nae-ge wae i-reo-neun-ji mu-seun mal-eul ha-neun-ji

Chorus

오늘 했던 모든 말 저 하늘 위로

o-neul haess-deon mo-deun mal jeo ha-neul wi-ro

한번도 못했던 말 울면서 할 줄은 나 몰랐던 말

han-beon-do mos-haess-deon mal ul-myeon-seo hal jul-eun na mol-rass-deon mal

나는요 오빠가 좋은 걸 어떡해

na-neun-yo o-ppa-ga jot-eun geol eo-tteok-hae

새로 바뀐 내 머리가 별로였는지

sae-ro ba-kkwin nae meo-ri-ga byeol-ro-yeoss-neun-ji

입고 나왔던 옷이 실수였던 건지

ip-go na-wass-deon os-i sil-su-yeoss-deon geon-ji

아직 모르는 척 기억 안 나는 척

a-jik mo-reu-neun cheok gi-eok an na-neun cheok

아무 일없던 것처럼 굴어볼까

a-mu il-eop-deon geos-cheo-reom gul-eo-bol-kka

그냥 나가자고 얘기할까

geu-nyang na-ga-ja-go yae-gi-hal-kka

Verse 3

눈물이 차올라서 고갤 들어

nun-mul-i cha-ol-ra-seo go-gael deul-eo

흐르지 못하게 또 살짝 웃어

heu-reu-ji mos-ha-ge tto sal-jjak us-eo

내게 왜 이러는지 무슨 말을 하는지

nae-ge wae i-reo-neun-ji mu-seun mal-eul ha-neun-ji

오늘 했던 모든 말 저 하늘 위로

o-neul haess-deon mo-deun mal jeo ha-neul wi-ro

한번도 못했던 말 울면서 할 줄은 나 몰랐던 말

han-beon-do mos-haess-deon mal ul-myeon-seo hal jul-eun na mol-rass-deon mal

나는요 오빠가 좋은 걸 (휴) 어떡해

na-neun-yo o-ppa-ga jot-eun geol (hyu) eo-tteok-hae

이런 나를 보고 그런 슬픈 말은 하지 말아요 (하지 말아요)

i-reon na-reul bo-go geu-reon seul-peun mal-eun ha-ji mal-a-yo (ha-ji mal-a-yo)

철없는 건지 조금 둔한 건지 믿을 수가 없는걸요

cheol-eop-neun geon-ji jo-geum dun-han geon-ji mit-eul su-ga eop-neun-geol-yo

Verse 4

눈물은 나오는데 활짝 웃어

nun-mul-eun na-o-neun-de hwal-jjak us-eo

네 앞을 막고서 막 크게 웃어

ne ap-eul mak-go-seo mak keu-ge us-eo

내가 왜 이러는지 부끄럼도 없는지

nae-ga wae i-reo-neun-ji bu-kkeu-reom-do eop-neun-ji

자존심은 곱게 접어 하늘위로

ja-jon-sim-eun gop-ge jeop-eo ha-neul-wi-ro

한 번도 못했던 말 어쩌면 다신 못할 바로 그 말

han beon-do mos-haess-deon mal eo-jjeo-myeon da-sin mos-hal ba-ro geu mal

나는요 오빠가 좋은 걸 (아이쿠, 하나 둘)

na-neun-yo o-ppa-ga jot-eun geol (a-i-ku, ha-na dul)

I'm in my dream

(It's too beautiful, too beautiful day)

Verse 5

(Make it a good day)

(Just don't make me cry)

이렇게 좋은 날

i-reot-ge jot-eun nal

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Good Day" (좋은 날) 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 "Good Day" 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, "Good Day" 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 “Good Day”?

"Good Day" (좋은 날) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

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Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Real
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 Good Day by IU?

"Good Day" 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 Good Day by IU?

"Good Day" is performed by IU, released on the album "Real" in 2010. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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