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The Night of the First Breakup

The Night of the First Breakup

Artist: IU•Album: Real
Tempo:121 BPM
Key:C Major
Language:97% KR • 3% EN
Year:2010
K-Pop
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Lyrics, Cara Baca & English Translation

Verse 1
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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

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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

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Verse 3
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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

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Verse 4
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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

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Verse 5
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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

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“The Night of the First Breakup” (The Night of the First Breakup) is performed by IU, released on the album Real in 2010.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"The Night of the First Breakup" (The Night of the First Breakup) 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 "The Night of the First Breakup" 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. "The Night of the First Breakup" 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. "The Night of the First Breakup" by IU explores this certainty of recognition between kindred spirits.

🇰🇷 Essential Korean Vocabulary & Phrasal Nuance

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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 “The Night of the First Breakup” 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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"The Night of the First Breakup" 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 The Night of the First Breakup by IU?

"The Night of the First Breakup" 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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