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Not Like This

Not Like This

Artist: IU•Album: Real
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English92% KR📅 2010K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Not Like This” (Not Like This) 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

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

Chorus

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

Verse 3

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

Verse 4

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

Verse 5

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

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Not Like This” by IU.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Not Like This" (Not Like This) 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 "Not Like This" 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, "Not Like This" 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 “Not Like This”?

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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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What is the English translation and meaning of Not Like This by IU?

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"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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