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Lips

Lips

Artist: IVE•Album: I've IVE
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English41% KR📅 2023K-PopIVE

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Lips” (Lips) is performed by IVE, released on the album I've IVE in 2023.

💡 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

Lights out 잠 못 드는 밤

Lights out jam mos deu-neun bam

이런 날도 몇 번짼지

i-reon nal-do myeot beon-jjaen-ji

No doubt, I know you lie

언제나 사랑은 어렵지

eon-je-na sa-rang-eun eo-ryeop-ji

망설이지마 어때? 솔직한 게 좋은데

mang-seol-i-ji-ma eo-ttae? sol-jik-han ge jot-eun-de

투명한 네 맘이 다 보여 (oh)

tu-myeong-han ne mam-i da bo-yeo (oh)

난 거짓말을 잘 못해 솔직한 것뿐인데

nan geo-jis-mal-eul jal mos-hae sol-jik-han geos-ppun-in-de

한순간 네 맘을 뺏지

han-sun-gan ne mam-eul ppaes-ji

Chorus

뭘 자꾸 고민하고 있어?

mwol ja-kku go-min-ha-go iss-eo?

꼭 다문 lips 사이 달콤한 그 말이 (my lips don't lie)

kkok da-mun lips sa-i dal-kom-han geu mal-i (my lips don't lie)

새어 나오고 있어

sae-eo na-o-go iss-eo

꼭 간직한 맘이 너를 본 그 순간 (my lips don't lie)

kkok gan-jik-han mam-i neo-reul bon geu sun-gan (my lips don't lie)

Uh-oh

On me, on me, on me, baby

Uh-oh

I'll be, I'll be, I'll be honest

Verse 3

Uh-oh

Got me, got me, got me like ooh

Uh-oh-oh, uh-oh-oh

Okay, 네게 점점 가까워 위태로운 기분 재밌어

Okay, ne-ge jeom-jeom ga-kka-wo wi-tae-ro-un gi-bun jae-miss-eo

기대해 우리 사이 바뀔 today, ooh-oh, ooh-oh

gi-dae-hae u-ri sa-i ba-kkwil today, ooh-oh, ooh-oh

La-la, 나랑 같이 걸을까? 내일 봐

La-la, na-rang gat-i geol-eul-kka? nae-il bwa

알아 나도 좋아 뭘 재고 있어 이제 그만

al-a na-do jot-a mwol jae-go iss-eo i-je geu-man

망설이지마 어때? 솔직한 게 좋은데

mang-seol-i-ji-ma eo-ttae? sol-jik-han ge jot-eun-de

Verse 4

투명한 네 맘이 다 보여 (oh)

tu-myeong-han ne mam-i da bo-yeo (oh)

난 거짓말을 잘 못해 솔직한 것뿐인데

nan geo-jis-mal-eul jal mos-hae sol-jik-han geos-ppun-in-de

한순간 네 맘을 뺏지

han-sun-gan ne mam-eul ppaes-ji

뭘 자꾸 고민하고 있어?

mwol ja-kku go-min-ha-go iss-eo?

꼭 다문 lips 사이 달콤한 그 말이 (my lips don't lie)

kkok da-mun lips sa-i dal-kom-han geu mal-i (my lips don't lie)

새어 나오고 있어

sae-eo na-o-go iss-eo

꼭 간직한 맘이 너를 본 그 순간 (my lips don't lie)

kkok gan-jik-han mam-i neo-reul bon geu sun-gan (my lips don't lie)

Uh-oh

Verse 5

On me, on me, on me, baby

Uh-oh

I'll be, I'll be, I'll be honest

Uh-oh

Got me, got me, got me like ooh

Uh-oh-oh, uh-oh-oh

입안 가득 녹은 feeling

ip-an ga-deuk nok-eun feeling

달콤한 노랠 불러줘

dal-kom-han no-rael bul-reo-jwo

Verse 6

내 예쁜 입술은 네게만

nae ye-ppeun ip-sul-eun ne-ge-man

사랑을 말해, I love it, yeah

sa-rang-eul mal-hae, I love it, yeah

뭘 자꾸 고민하고 있어?

mwol ja-kku go-min-ha-go iss-eo?

꼭 다문 lips 사이 달콤한 그 말이 (my lips don't lie)

kkok da-mun lips sa-i dal-kom-han geu mal-i (my lips don't lie)

새어 나오고 있어

sae-eo na-o-go iss-eo

꼭 간직한 맘이 너를 본 그 순간 (my lips don't lie)

kkok gan-jik-han mam-i neo-reul bon geu sun-gan (my lips don't lie)

Uh-oh

On me, on me, on me, baby

Verse 7

Uh-oh

I'll be, I'll be, I'll be honest

Uh-oh

Got me, got me, got me like ooh

Uh-oh-oh, uh-oh-oh

My lips don't lie

My lips don't lie

꼭 닿을 듯 말듯 가까운 lips 사이

kkok dat-eul deus mal-deus ga-kka-un lips sa-i

Verse 8

My lips don't lie

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Lips" (Lips) 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 "Lips" 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, "Lips" 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 “Lips”?

"Lips" (Lips) by IVE is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and pe...

Q: How can I practice singing “Lips” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Lips”.

Performer (아티스트)IVE
Album (앨범)I've IVE
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under IVE and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lips, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Lips by IVE?

"Lips" 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 Lips with Romanized lyrics?

You can practice Lips with our synchronized Pronunciation Coach at k-lyrics.com/coach/?song=lips, featuring 0.5x and 0.75x slowed-down playback, pitch lock, and syllable breakdown.

Who wrote and produced Lips by IVE?

"Lips" is performed by IVE, released on the album "I've IVE" in 2023. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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