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What I'm Doing Slow

What I'm Doing Slow

Artist: IU•Album: Real
🇰🇷 Korean📅 2010K-Pop

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.

💡 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

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

Chorus

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

Verse 3

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

Verse 4

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

Verse 5

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

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “What I'm Doing Slow” by IU.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"What I'm Doing Slow" (What I'm Doing Slow) 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 "What I'm Doing Slow" 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, "What I'm Doing Slow" 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 “What I'm Doing Slow”?

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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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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the English translation and meaning of What I'm Doing Slow by IU?

"What I'm Doing Slow" 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 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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