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Not Like This

Not Like This

Artist: IU•Album: Real
Tempo:119 BPM
Key:F# Minor
Language:92% KR • 8% EN
Year:2010
K-Pop
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Verse 1
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전부 말할래 나 다 말할래

jeon-bu mal-hal-rae na da mal-hal-rae

나 어떻게 너 그랬냐고

na eo-tteot-ge neo geu-raess-nya-go

참지 않을래 나 안 버틸래 나

cham-ji an-eul-rae na an beo-til-rae na

우는 내 얼굴 안 예뻐도

u-neun nae eol-gul an ye-ppeo-do

뻔히 알면서 왜 물어봐

ppeon-hi al-myeon-seo wae mul-eo-bwa

잘 지내냔 그런 말이 다 뭐야

jal ji-nae-nyan geu-reon mal-i da mwo-ya

내가 어떤 사랑 했었는지

nae-ga eo-tteon sa-rang haess-eoss-neun-ji

너는 다 알고 있잖아

neo-neun da al-go iss-jan-a

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Chorus
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이게 아닌데 왜 또

i-ge a-nin-de wae tto

입술은 왜 실없는 농담만 하고 웃고 있는지

ip-sul-eun wae sil-eop-neun nong-dam-man ha-go us-go iss-neun-ji

나빠질 건 더 없는데

na-ppa-jil geon deo eop-neun-de

뭐가 무서워 거짓말 하는지

mwo-ga mu-seo-wo geo-jis-mal ha-neun-ji

그나마 너를 보는 게 좋은 건지

geu-na-ma neo-reul bo-neun ge jot-eun geon-ji

뭐든 해볼래 나 안 가릴래 나

mwo-deun hae-bol-rae na an ga-ril-rae na

어떻게든 잡아볼래

eo-tteot-ge-deun jap-a-bol-rae

미안해서라도 너 돌아오게

mi-an-hae-seo-ra-do neo dol-a-o-ge

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Verse 3
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지겹게 울고 애원할래

ji-gyeop-ge ul-go ae-won-hal-rae

괜히 안부 따윈 묻지 마

gwaen-hi an-bu tta-win mut-ji ma

어리다고 바본 아닌 거잖아

eo-ri-da-go ba-bon a-nin geo-jan-a

사실은 다 너만 편하려고

sa-sil-eun da neo-man pyeon-ha-ryeo-go

걱정하는 척 하잖아

geok-jeong-ha-neun cheok ha-jan-a

이게 아닌데 왜 또 입술은 왜

i-ge a-nin-de wae tto ip-sul-eun wae

실없는 농담만 하고 웃고 있는지

sil-eop-neun nong-dam-man ha-go us-go iss-neun-ji

나빠질 건 더 없는데

na-ppa-jil geon deo eop-neun-de

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Verse 4
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뭐가 무서워 거짓말하는지

mwo-ga mu-seo-wo geo-jis-mal-ha-neun-ji

그나마 너를 보는 게 좋은 건지

geu-na-ma neo-reul bo-neun ge jot-eun geon-ji

이게 다 뭐야 진실이 뭐야

i-ge da mwo-ya jin-sil-i mwo-ya

내가 정말 원한 게 뭐야

nae-ga jeong-mal won-han ge mwo-ya

끝까지 왜 난 너에게 맞출 수밖엔 없는 거야

kkeut-kka-ji wae nan neo-e-ge mat-chul su-bak-en eop-neun geo-ya

(And I try to be cruel but how to be cruel)

이건 아닌데 정말 아닌 건데

i-geon a-nin-de jeong-mal a-nin geon-de

이대로 끝날 사이는 아닌 거잖아

i-dae-ro kkeut-nal sa-i-neun a-nin geo-jan-a

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Verse 5
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나를 좀 봐 나 울잖아

na-reul jom bwa na ul-jan-a

내가 울면은 마음 약해졌잖아

nae-ga ul-myeon-eun ma-eum yak-hae-jyeoss-jan-a

내가 이렇게 솔직히 말하잖아

nae-ga i-reot-ge sol-jik-hi mal-ha-jan-a

내가 아프잖아

nae-ga a-peu-jan-a

이건 아니잖아

i-geon a-ni-jan-a

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“Not Like This” (Not Like This) is performed by IU, released on the album Real in 2010.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"Not Like This" (Not Like This) by IU is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension between public expectations and authentic self-expression, inviting listeners into an introspective lyrical journey framed by striking vocal harmonies.

2. Metaphors & Korean Idioms

The Korean lyricism in "Not Like This" utilizes poetic imagery and cultural nuance. Through contrasting acoustic intimacy and dynamic rhythmic hooks, the song weaves Korean metaphorical phrases with accessible pop hooks, exploring how fleeting connections leave indelible emotional footprints.

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다정함 (Empathetic Tenderness)
다정함(Dajeongham)

Considerate Emotional Warmth

Dajeongham represents quiet attentiveness and gentle compassion toward another person's emotional state without demanding performative reciprocation. "Not Like This" highlights this sensitivity in its conversational vocal delivery and tender lyrical reflections.

인연 (Destined Ties)
인연(Inyeon)

Fated Connection & Recognition

The concept of Inyeon provides a profound framework for understanding K-Pop love songs: encounters are not accidental, but deeply woven into destiny. "Not Like This" by IU explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.

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마음(Maeum)
Heart, mind, inner feelings
Untranslatable Korean depth of genuine soul and emotion
노래(Norae)
Song, melody
The expressive vehicle conveying raw passion
사랑(Sarang)
Love, devotion
Core theme of romantic and communal attachment

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Q: How does “Not Like This” express traditional Korean sentiment?

Through cultural motifs such as Considerate Emotional Warmth and nuanced vocal delivery, IU bridges contemporary global pop aesthetics with authentic Korean emotional expression.

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Album (앨범)Real
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Lyricist (작사)Registered KOMCA Lyricist for IU
Composer (작곡)Registered KOMCA Composer for IU
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Who wrote and produced Not Like This by IU?

"Not Like This" 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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