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The Night of the First Breakup

The Night of the First Breakup

Artist: IU•Album: Real
🇰🇷 Korean97% KR📅 2010K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“The Night of the First Breakup” (The Night of the First Breakup) 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

멍하니 아무 일도 할 일이 없어

meong-ha-ni a-mu il-do hal il-i eop-eo

이게 이별인 거니

i-ge i-byeol-in geo-ni

전화기 가득 찬 너와의 메시지만

jeon-hwa-gi ga-deuk chan neo-wa-ui me-si-ji-man

한참 읽다 읽다

han-cham il-da il-da

너의 목소리 마치 들린 것 같아

neo-ui mok-so-ri ma-chi deul-rin geos gat-a

주위를 둘러보면

ju-wi-reul dul-reo-bo-myeon

내 방엔 온통 너와의 추억투성이

nae bang-en on-tong neo-wa-ui chu-eok-tu-seong-i

이제야 눈물이

i-je-ya nun-mul-i

Chorus

수고했어 사랑 고생했지

su-go-haess-eo sa-rang go-saeng-haess-ji

나의 사랑 우리 이별을 고민했던 밤

na-ui sa-rang u-ri i-byeol-eul go-min-haess-deon bam

서로를 위한 이별이라고

seo-ro-reul wi-han i-byeol-i-ra-go

사랑했던 너의 말을 믿을게 hoo

sa-rang-haess-deon neo-ui mal-eul mit-eul-ge hoo

혹시 너무 궁금해

hok-si neo-mu gung-geum-hae

혹시 너무 그리우면

hok-si neo-mu geu-ri-u-myeon

꼭 한 번만 보기로 해

kkok han beon-man bo-gi-ro hae

너의 뒷모습 사라질 때까지 봤어

neo-ui dwis-mo-seup sa-ra-jil ttae-kka-ji bwass-eo

Verse 3

마지막이라서

ma-ji-mak-i-ra-seo

나 먼저 떠나면 어깨 들썩여

na meon-jeo tteo-na-myeon eo-kkae deul-sseok-yeo

우는 내 뒷모습 싫어서

u-neun nae dwis-mo-seup sil-eo-seo

수고했어 사랑 고생했지

su-go-haess-eo sa-rang go-saeng-haess-ji

나의 사랑 우리 이별을 고민했던 밤

na-ui sa-rang u-ri i-byeol-eul go-min-haess-deon bam

서로를 위한 이별이라고

seo-ro-reul wi-han i-byeol-i-ra-go

사랑했던 너의 말을 믿을게 hoo

sa-rang-haess-deon neo-ui mal-eul mit-eul-ge hoo

혹시 너무 궁금해

hok-si neo-mu gung-geum-hae

Verse 4

혹시 너무 그리우면

hok-si neo-mu geu-ri-u-myeon

꼭 한 번만 보기로 해

kkok han beon-man bo-gi-ro hae

좀 더 예뻐져도

jom deo ye-ppeo-jyeo-do

훨씬 더 세련되져도

hwol-ssin deo se-ryeon-doe-jyeo-do

후회하지 마 나를 놓친 걸

hu-hoe-ha-ji ma na-reul not-chin geol

누군가 딴 사람 만나면

nu-gun-ga ttan sa-ram man-na-myeon

내게 들리도록 막 자랑해줘 hoo

nae-ge deul-ri-do-rok mak ja-rang-hae-jwo hoo

그때서야 끝낼게

geu-ttae-seo-ya kkeut-nael-ge

Verse 5

내게 돌아올지 모를

nae-ge dol-a-ol-ji mo-reul

너를 꿈꾸는 그 밤을

neo-reul kkum-kku-neun geu bam-eul

할말 끝 안녕 내 사랑

hal-mal kkeut an-nyeong nae sa-rang

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “The Night of the First Breakup” by IU.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"The Night of the First Breakup" (The Night of the First Breakup) 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 "The Night of the First Breakup" 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, "The Night of the First Breakup" 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 “The Night of the First Breakup”?

"The Night of the First Breakup" (The Night of the First Breakup) by IU is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate th...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

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Performer (아티스트)IU
Album (앨범)Real
Release Year (발매연도)
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the English translation and meaning of The Night of the First Breakup by IU?

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Who wrote and produced The Night of the First Breakup by IU?

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