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Lonely Room

Lonely Room

Artist: IU•Album: Real
🇰🇷 Korean📅 2010K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Lonely Room” (Lonely Room) 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

때 지난 이 빗소리만

ttae ji-nan i bis-so-ri-man

귓가에 주르륵 주르륵 들려와

gwis-ga-e ju-reu-reuk ju-reu-reuk deul-ryeo-wa

눈물이 비가 좋은지

nun-mul-i bi-ga jot-eun-ji

따라서 스르륵 스르륵 흘러가

tta-ra-seo seu-reu-reuk seu-reu-reuk heul-reo-ga

헤어진 이후 기다리는 이유

he-eo-jin i-hu gi-da-ri-neun i-yu

아직도 나는 잘 모르겠어

a-jik-do na-neun jal mo-reu-gess-eo

네가 날 떠나 안 올까 봐 겁나

ne-ga nal tteo-na an ol-kka bwa geop-na

두 팔로 내가 나를 안고 있나 봐

du pal-ro nae-ga na-reul an-go iss-na bwa

Chorus

혼자 있는 방 아무도 아무 것도 안 보여 (안 보여) 너무 어두워

hon-ja iss-neun bang a-mu-do a-mu geos-do an bo-yeo (an bo-yeo) neo-mu eo-du-wo

혼자 우는 밤 하늘의 별도 달도 슬퍼 잠이 들어 (점점 흐릿해져)

hon-ja u-neun bam ha-neul-ui byeol-do dal-do seul-peo jam-i deul-eo (jeom-jeom heu-ris-hae-jyeo)

네 얼굴이 떠올라 내내 기다리다 또 눈물이 나

ne eol-gul-i tteo-ol-ra nae-nae gi-da-ri-da tto nun-mul-i na

보고 싶다고 혼잣말 하던 메마른 내 입술에 너의 숨결이 닿기를

bo-go sip-da-go hon-jas-mal ha-deon me-ma-reun nae ip-sul-e neo-ui sum-gyeol-i dat-gi-reul

조용히 소리도 없이

jo-yong-hi so-ri-do eop-i

날마다 자꾸만 잠든 날 흔들지

nal-ma-da ja-kku-man jam-deun nal heun-deul-ji

조금씩 좀 더 가까이

jo-geum-ssik jom deo ga-kka-i

누군가 다가와 눈 뜬 날 부르지

nu-gun-ga da-ga-wa nun tteun nal bu-reu-ji

Verse 3

내 앞에 있는 (서 있는) 바로 앞에 있는

nae ap-e iss-neun (seo iss-neun) ba-ro ap-e iss-neun

너에게 손을 뻗어 내밀면

neo-e-ge son-eul ppeot-eo nae-mil-myeon

그 손 틈새로 (틈새로) 빠져나간 채로

geu son teum-sae-ro (teum-sae-ro) ppa-jyeo-na-gan chae-ro

잘 자란 말도 없이 사라져만 가

jal ja-ran mal-do eop-i sa-ra-jyeo-man ga

혼자 있는 방 아무도 아무 것도 안 보여 너무 어두워 (너무 어두워)

hon-ja iss-neun bang a-mu-do a-mu geos-do an bo-yeo neo-mu eo-du-wo (neo-mu eo-du-wo)

혼자 우는 밤 하늘의 별도 달도 슬퍼 잠이 들어 (점점 흐릿해져)

hon-ja u-neun bam ha-neul-ui byeol-do dal-do seul-peo jam-i deul-eo (jeom-jeom heu-ris-hae-jyeo)

네 얼굴이 떠올라 내내 기다리다 또 눈물이 나

ne eol-gul-i tteo-ol-ra nae-nae gi-da-ri-da tto nun-mul-i na

보고 싶다고 혼잣말 하던 메마른 내 입술에 숨결이 닿기를

bo-go sip-da-go hon-jas-mal ha-deon me-ma-reun nae ip-sul-e sum-gyeol-i dat-gi-reul

Verse 4

기나긴 시간이 지난 일 (지난 일)

gi-na-gin si-gan-i ji-nan il (ji-nan il)

매일 한 가지만 기도해 (기도해)

mae-il han ga-ji-man gi-do-hae (gi-do-hae)

지금까지 보다 더 늦기 전에

ji-geum-kka-ji bo-da deo neut-gi jeon-e

이젠 내게 돌아와 빌고 또 빌잖아

i-jen nae-ge dol-a-wa bil-go tto bil-jan-a

혼자 있는 방 아무도 아무 것도 안 보여 (안 보여) 너무 어두워

hon-ja iss-neun bang a-mu-do a-mu geos-do an bo-yeo (an bo-yeo) neo-mu eo-du-wo

혼자 우는 밤 (내 눈물에) 하늘의 별도 달도

hon-ja u-neun bam (nae nun-mul-e) ha-neul-ui byeol-do dal-do

슬퍼 잠이 들어 (점점 흐릿해 져)

seul-peo jam-i deul-eo (jeom-jeom heu-ris-hae jyeo)

네 얼굴이 떠올라 내내 기다리다 또 눈물이 나

ne eol-gul-i tteo-ol-ra nae-nae gi-da-ri-da tto nun-mul-i na

Verse 5

보고 싶다고 혼잣말 하던 메마른 내 입술에 너의 숨결이 닿기를

bo-go sip-da-go hon-jas-mal ha-deon me-ma-reun nae ip-sul-e neo-ui sum-gyeol-i dat-gi-reul

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Lonely Room" (Lonely Room) 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 "Lonely Room" 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, "Lonely Room" 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 “Lonely Room”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Lonely Room” 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, loop fast verses, and practice real-time tongue placement.

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Lonely Room”.

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 Lonely Room by IU?

"Lonely Room" 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 Lonely Room by IU?

"Lonely Room" 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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