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Merry Christmas Ahead

Merry Christmas Ahead (feat. 천둥)

Artist: IU•Album: Real
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English61% KR📅 2010K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Merry Christmas Ahead” (Merry Christmas Ahead (feat. 천둥)) 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

하얀 눈이 내려올 때면 온 세상이 물들을 때면

ha-yan nun-i nae-ryeo-ol ttae-myeon on se-sang-i mul-deul-eul ttae-myeon

눈꽃이 피어나 또 빛이 나 눈이 부신 너처럼

nun-kkot-i pi-eo-na tto bit-i na nun-i bu-sin neo-cheo-reom

Yeah, girl, you should know that

That my heartbeats like, uh-uh, uh-uh

From the bottom of my heart

I thank god, I found you

쿵쿵 가슴이 왜 이렇게 가쁘니 yeah

kung-kung ga-seum-i wae i-reot-ge ga-ppeu-ni yeah

꾹꾹 참아도 자꾸 네 생각이 나잖아 oh

kkuk-kkuk cham-a-do ja-kku ne saeng-gak-i na-jan-a oh

Chorus

You, you, I love you and I know you love me too

네가 내게 불러 준 you're my boo

ne-ga nae-ge bul-reo jun you're my boo

You 아직 꿈만 같아 and you 마치 선물 같아

You a-jik kkum-man gat-a and you ma-chi seon-mul gat-a

For you 네 품에 안겨도 늘 불안불안 해 꿈처럼 깰까 봐

For you ne pum-e an-gyeo-do neul bul-an-bul-an hae kkum-cheo-reom kkael-kka bwa

You 꼭 안아 줘야만 해 and you 아껴 줘야만 해

You kkok an-a jwo-ya-man hae and you a-kkyeo jwo-ya-man hae

For you 큰 맘 먹고 네 꺼 돼준 걸 하늘에게 감사해

For you keun mam meok-go ne kkeo dwae-jun geol ha-neul-e-ge gam-sa-hae

하얀 눈이 내려올 때면 온 세상이 물들을 때면

ha-yan nun-i nae-ryeo-ol ttae-myeon on se-sang-i mul-deul-eul ttae-myeon

눈꽃이 피어나 또 빛이 나 눈이 부신 너처럼

nun-kkot-i pi-eo-na tto bit-i na nun-i bu-sin neo-cheo-reom

Verse 3

사랑할 수 밖에 없어서 사랑한 네 손 잡고서

sa-rang-hal su bak-e eop-eo-seo sa-rang-han ne son jap-go-seo

첫 눈 위를 걸어 발자국을 새겨 이 길 끝까지 걸어 갈 거야 with you

cheos nun wi-reul geol-eo bal-ja-guk-eul sae-gyeo i gil kkeut-kka-ji geol-eo gal geo-ya with you

You 혹시 알고 있니 and you 느낄 수가 있니

You hok-si al-go iss-ni and you neu-kkil su-ga iss-ni

For you 늘 자랑하고픈 네 여자친구가 되고만 싶은 걸

For you neul ja-rang-ha-go-peun ne yeo-ja-chin-gu-ga doe-go-man sip-eun geol

You 전부 다 주고 싶어 and you 잘 해주고 싶어

You jeon-bu da ju-go sip-eo and you jal hae-ju-go sip-eo

For you 다음 그 다음 해 겨울도 너의 곁에 있을게

For you da-eum geu da-eum hae gyeo-ul-do neo-ui gyeot-e iss-eul-ge

하얀 눈이 내려올 때면 온 세상이 물들을 때면

ha-yan nun-i nae-ryeo-ol ttae-myeon on se-sang-i mul-deul-eul ttae-myeon

눈꽃이 피어나 또 빛이 나 눈이 부신 너처럼

nun-kkot-i pi-eo-na tto bit-i na nun-i bu-sin neo-cheo-reom

Verse 4

사랑할 수 밖에 없어서 사랑한 네 손 잡고서

sa-rang-hal su bak-e eop-eo-seo sa-rang-han ne son jap-go-seo

첫 눈 위를 걸어 발자국을 새겨 이 길 끝까지 걸어 갈 거야 with you

cheos nun wi-reul geol-eo bal-ja-guk-eul sae-gyeo i gil kkeut-kka-ji geol-eo gal geo-ya with you

매일 매일 너 때문에 행복해

mae-il mae-il neo ttae-mun-e haeng-bok-hae

다른 누구 아닌 나를 모두 가질 너만이 my love

da-reun nu-gu a-nin na-reul mo-du ga-jil neo-man-i my love

나도 믿기지 않아 지금 네가 내 옆에

na-do mit-gi-ji an-a ji-geum ne-ga nae yeop-e

이렇게 손 꼭 잡은 채 걷는다는 게

i-reot-ge son kkok jap-eun chae geot-neun-da-neun ge

하얀 눈보다 더 뽀얀 네 볼에 키스해줄게 baby

ha-yan nun-bo-da deo ppo-yan ne bol-e ki-seu-hae-jul-ge baby

빨갛게 물들게 baby

ppal-gat-ge mul-deul-ge baby

Verse 5

다가오는 크리스마스에는 기다리는 그 날만큼은

da-ga-o-neun keu-ri-seu-ma-seu-e-neun gi-da-ri-neun geu nal-man-keum-eun

네 곁에 있을래 하루 종일 미리 미리 약속해

ne gyeot-e iss-eul-rae ha-ru jong-il mi-ri mi-ri yak-sok-hae

사랑할 수 밖에 없어서 사랑한 네 손 잡고서

sa-rang-hal su bak-e eop-eo-seo sa-rang-han ne son jap-go-seo

첫 눈 위를 걸어 발자국을 새겨 이 길 끝까지 걸어 갈 거야 with you

cheos nun wi-reul geol-eo bal-ja-guk-eul sae-gyeo i gil kkeut-kka-ji geol-eo gal geo-ya with you

Girl, you know

I can't even think without you in my life

Yeah, yeah, I know that you know

That's my baby

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Merry Christmas Ahead” by IU.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Merry Christmas Ahead" (Merry Christmas Ahead (feat. 천둥)) 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 "Merry Christmas Ahead" 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, "Merry Christmas Ahead" 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 “Merry Christmas Ahead”?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Merry Christmas Ahead”.

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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What is the English translation and meaning of Merry Christmas Ahead by IU?

"Merry Christmas Ahead" 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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