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What I'm Doing Slow

What I'm Doing Slow

Artist: IU•Album: Real
Tempo:112 BPM
Key:A Minor
Language:100% KR • 0% EN
Year:2010
K-Pop
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Verse 1
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느리게, 느리게, 느리게

neu-ri-ge, neu-ri-ge, neu-ri-ge

그대를 잊으려 해요

geu-dae-reul it-eu-ryeo hae-yo

빠르게, 빠르게 가는 시간보다 더

ppa-reu-ge, ppa-reu-ge ga-neun si-gan-bo-da deo

천천히 잊으려 해요

cheon-cheon-hi it-eu-ryeo hae-yo

그대가 알면, 알게 된다면 서운할 지 몰라서

geu-dae-ga al-myeon, al-ge doen-da-myeon seo-un-hal ji mol-ra-seo

느릿느릿하게 잊는 버릇 들여가죠

neu-ris-neu-ris-ha-ge it-neun beo-reus deul-yeo-ga-jyo

조금만 더 사랑할게요

jo-geum-man deo sa-rang-hal-ge-yo

조금만 더 기억할게요

jo-geum-man deo gi-eok-hal-ge-yo

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바닥에 흘린 이 눈물이

ba-dak-e heul-rin i nun-mul-i

마를 때까지만

ma-reul ttae-kka-ji-man

오늘만 더 견뎌볼게요

o-neul-man deo gyeon-dyeo-bol-ge-yo

오늘만 더 기다릴게요

o-neul-man deo gi-da-ril-ge-yo

내 생각나고 그러면

nae saeng-gak-na-go geu-reo-myeon

언제든지 보러 와줘요

eon-je-deun-ji bo-reo wa-jwo-yo

싫은데, 싫은데, 싫은데

sil-eun-de, sil-eun-de, sil-eun-de

거짓말 하게 되네요

geo-jis-mal ha-ge doe-ne-yo

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Verse 3
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그래서, 그래서 우리 헤어진 일을

geu-rae-seo, geu-rae-seo u-ri he-eo-jin il-eul

아무도 모르고 있죠

a-mu-do mo-reu-go iss-jyo

그대가 알면, 알게 된다면 뭐라 할 지 몰라서

geu-dae-ga al-myeon, al-ge doen-da-myeon mwo-ra hal ji mol-ra-seo

그댈 물어보면 잘 지낸다 대답하죠

geu-dael mul-eo-bo-myeon jal ji-naen-da dae-dap-ha-jyo

조금만 더 사랑할게요

jo-geum-man deo sa-rang-hal-ge-yo

조금만 더 기억할게요

jo-geum-man deo gi-eok-hal-ge-yo

바닥에 흘린 이 눈물이

ba-dak-e heul-rin i nun-mul-i

마를 때까지만

ma-reul ttae-kka-ji-man

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Verse 4
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오늘만 더 견뎌볼게요

o-neul-man deo gyeon-dyeo-bol-ge-yo

오늘만 더 기다릴게요

o-neul-man deo gi-da-ril-ge-yo

내 생각나고 그러면

nae saeng-gak-na-go geu-reo-myeon

언제든지 보러 와줘요

eon-je-deun-ji bo-reo wa-jwo-yo

가끔은 그대가 미워요

ga-kkeum-eun geu-dae-ga mi-wo-yo

문득 혼자라고 느껴질 때

mun-deuk hon-ja-ra-go neu-kkyeo-jil ttae

별 거 아닌 일에 울고 말 때

byeol geo a-nin il-e ul-go mal ttae

그럴 때

geu-reol ttae

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Verse 5
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그래도 나 사랑할래요

geu-rae-do na sa-rang-hal-rae-yo

그래도 나 기억할래요

geu-rae-do na gi-eok-hal-rae-yo

이별이 남긴 이 아픔이

i-byeol-i nam-gin i a-peum-i

멈출 때까지만

meom-chul ttae-kka-ji-man

며칠만 더 견뎌볼래요

myeo-chil-man deo gyeon-dyeo-bol-rae-yo

며칠만 더 기다릴래요

myeo-chil-man deo gi-da-ril-rae-yo

언젠가는 돌아와 잘못했다 하고

eon-jen-ga-neun dol-a-wa jal-mos-haess-da ha-go

미안하다 하고 다시 시작하자 할까 봐

mi-an-ha-da ha-go da-si si-jak-ha-ja hal-kka bwa

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Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“What I'm Doing Slow” (What I'm Doing Slow) is performed by IU, released on the album Real in 2010.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Thesis

"What I'm Doing Slow" (What I'm Doing Slow) 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 "What I'm Doing Slow" 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. "What I'm Doing Slow" 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. "What I'm Doing Slow" 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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"What I'm Doing Slow" (What I'm Doing Slow) by IU is an evocative musical statement exploring themes of vulnerability, personal transformation, and emotional resonance. The lyrics navigate the tension...

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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 What I'm Doing Slow by IU?

"What I'm Doing Slow" 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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