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You Wanna Cry

You Wanna Cry

Artist: IVE•Album: IVE EMPATHY - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English41% KR📅 2025K-PopIVE

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“You Wanna Cry” (You Wanna Cry) is performed by IVE, released on the album IVE EMPATHY - EP in 2025.

💡 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

You wanna cry? 가만히

You wanna cry? ga-man-hi

삼킨 눈물 터질 때까지

sam-kin nun-mul teo-jil ttae-kka-ji

You wanna cry? 난 영원히

You wanna cry? nan yeong-won-hi

있어 줄게 니 곁에

iss-eo jul-ge ni gyeot-e

유난히 짙은 하루 끝

yu-nan-hi jit-eun ha-ru kkeut

무릎을 꽉 끌어안은 채

mu-reup-eul kkwak kkeul-eo-an-eun chae

마음이 울먹거릴 때

ma-eum-i ul-meok-geo-ril ttae

니 슬픔 위를 걸을게

ni seul-peum wi-reul geol-eul-ge

Chorus

우는 것보단 참는 게

u-neun geos-bo-dan cham-neun ge

익숙한 네게 내어줄게

ik-suk-han ne-ge nae-eo-jul-ge

I don't care who, who you are

내 작은 품을 적셔도 돼

nae jak-eun pum-eul jeok-syeo-do dwae

You wanna cry? 가만히

You wanna cry? ga-man-hi

삼킨 눈물 터질 때까지

sam-kin nun-mul teo-jil ttae-kka-ji

You wanna cry? 난 가만히

You wanna cry? nan ga-man-hi

Yeah, I will hold your sadness

Verse 3

You wanna cry? 가만히

You wanna cry? ga-man-hi

니 두 눈에 잠길 때까지

ni du nun-e jam-gil ttae-kka-ji

You wanna cry? 난 영원히

You wanna cry? nan yeong-won-hi

있어 줄게 네 곁에

iss-eo jul-ge ne gyeot-e

조용히 귀 기울여봐

jo-yong-hi gwi gi-ul-yeo-bwa

때로는 몇 마디 말보다

ttae-ro-neun myeot ma-di mal-bo-da

니 손을 잡아줄 테니

ni son-eul jap-a-jul te-ni

무거운 너의 한숨이

mu-geo-un neo-ui han-sum-i

Verse 4

더 멀리 닿지 못하게

deo meol-ri dat-ji mos-ha-ge

비춰 줄게 니 긴 밤 위

bi-chwo jul-ge ni gin bam wi

맘 놓고 울어도 돼

mam not-go ul-eo-do dwae

내 품을 적셔도 돼

nae pum-eul jeok-syeo-do dwae

You wanna cry? 가만히

You wanna cry? ga-man-hi

삼킨 눈물 터질 때까지

sam-kin nun-mul teo-jil ttae-kka-ji

You wanna cry? 난 가만히

You wanna cry? nan ga-man-hi

Yeah, I will hold your sadness

Verse 5

You wanna cry? 가만히

You wanna cry? ga-man-hi

네 두 눈에 잠길 때까지

ne du nun-e jam-gil ttae-kka-ji

You wanna cry? 난 영원히

You wanna cry? nan yeong-won-hi

있어 줄게 니 곁에

iss-eo jul-ge ni gyeot-e

We're gonna be together

You're not alone forever

We're gonna be together

You're not alone forever

Verse 6

We're gonna stay together

I'm gonna love forever

We're gonna stay together

I'm gonna love forever

You wanna cry? 가만히

You wanna cry? ga-man-hi

터진 눈물 마를 때까지

teo-jin nun-mul ma-reul ttae-kka-ji

You wanna cry? 난 영원히

You wanna cry? nan yeong-won-hi

있어 줄게 니 곁에

iss-eo jul-ge ni gyeot-e

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “You Wanna Cry” by IVE.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"You Wanna Cry" (You Wanna Cry) by IVE 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 "You Wanna Cry" 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, "You Wanna Cry" highlights IVE'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 “You Wanna Cry”?

"You Wanna Cry" (You Wanna Cry) by IVE is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vul...

Q: How can I practice singing “You Wanna Cry” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “You Wanna Cry”.

Performer (아티스트)IVE
Album (앨범)IVE EMPATHY - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under IVE 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 You Wanna Cry by IVE?

"You Wanna Cry" is performed by IVE. K-Lyrics provides verified original Korean text (한글), syllable-accurate Revised Romanization, and conversational English translations detailing the emotional meaning behind the track.

Where can I practice singing You Wanna Cry with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced You Wanna Cry by IVE?

"You Wanna Cry" is performed by IVE, released on the album "IVE EMPATHY - EP" in 2025. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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