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Holy Moly

Holy Moly

Artist: IVE•Album: I'VE MINE - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English58% KR📅 2023K-PopIVE

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Holy Moly” (Holy Moly) is performed by IVE, released on the album I'VE MINE - EP 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

난 어렸을 때 내가 조금 특별하다 믿었어

nan eo-ryeoss-eul ttae nae-ga jo-geum teuk-byeol-ha-da mit-eoss-eo

가끔 사람 맘을 조종하는 묘한 힘이 있다고

ga-kkeum sa-ram mam-eul jo-jong-ha-neun myo-han him-i iss-da-go

꽤나 평범했던 어느 날

kkwae-na pyeong-beom-haess-deon eo-neu nal

널 본 순간 So slow

neol bon sun-gan So slow

점점 빨라지는 심장소리

jeom-jeom ppal-ra-ji-neun sim-jang-so-ri

동공은 확 커졌어

dong-gong-eun hwak keo-jyeoss-eo

잘 봐

jal bwa

이런 장면 내가 놓칠 것 같애?

i-reon jang-myeon nae-ga not-chil geos gat-ae?

Chorus

절대 never 재능을 더 발휘해

jeol-dae never jae-neung-eul deo bal-hwi-hae

해볼까 Trust me

hae-bol-kka Trust me

오랜만에 널 향해

o-raen-man-e neol hyang-hae

셋을 세면 돌아본다

ses-eul se-myeon dol-a-bon-da

Oh, holy moly

셋을 세면 걸어온다

ses-eul se-myeon geol-eo-on-da

Oh, holy moly

아직 먹히네

a-jik meok-hi-ne

Verse 3

Supernatural thing

내가 뭐랬어?

nae-ga mwo-raess-eo?

This is what I have

방금 이건 꼭 비밀로 해줘

bang-geum i-geon kkok bi-mil-ro hae-jwo

No, no, don't do that

소문나면 피곤해

so-mun-na-myeon pi-gon-hae

Something special 분명 우리 사이엔

Something special bun-myeong u-ri sa-i-en

뭔가 있어 설명할 순 없는데

mwon-ga iss-eo seol-myeong-hal sun eop-neun-de

Verse 4

집중해 다시

jip-jung-hae da-si

멀어지는 널 향해

meol-eo-ji-neun neol hyang-hae

셋을 세면 돌아본다

ses-eul se-myeon dol-a-bon-da

Oh, holy moly

셋을 세면 걸어온다

ses-eul se-myeon geol-eo-on-da

Oh, holy moly

셋을 세면 마주친다

ses-eul se-myeon ma-ju-chin-da

Oh, holy moly

Verse 5

셋을 세면 나를 본다

ses-eul se-myeon na-reul bon-da

Oh, holy moly

Oops, 나는 벌써 네가 좋은 것 같애

Oops, na-neun beol-sseo ne-ga jot-eun geos gat-ae

그렇다고 우쭐해서는 안돼

geu-reot-da-go u-jjul-hae-seo-neun an-dwae

오늘 내 맘이

o-neul nae mam-i

그렇단 것뿐야 babe yeah

geu-reot-dan geos-ppun-ya babe yeah

넌 셋을 세면 돌아본다

neon ses-eul se-myeon dol-a-bon-da

Oh, holy moly

Verse 6

셋을 세면 걸어온다

ses-eul se-myeon geol-eo-on-da

Oh, holy moly

셋을 세면 마주친다

ses-eul se-myeon ma-ju-chin-da

Oh, holy moly

셋을 세면 나를 본다

ses-eul se-myeon na-reul bon-da

Oh, holy moly

셋을 세면 빠져든다

ses-eul se-myeon ppa-jyeo-deun-da

Holy moly

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Holy Moly" (Holy Moly) 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 "Holy Moly" 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, "Holy Moly" 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 “Holy Moly”?

"Holy Moly" (Holy Moly) by IVE is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerabili...

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

Use the K-Lyrics Sing-Along Coach to slow down tricky syllables to 0.5x or 0.75x speed with pitch lock, loop fast verses, and practice real-time tongue placement.

🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Holy Moly”.

Performer (아티스트)IVE
Album (앨범)I'VE MINE - 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 Holy Moly by IVE?

"Holy Moly" 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 Holy Moly with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Holy Moly by IVE?

"Holy Moly" is performed by IVE, released on the album "I'VE MINE - EP" in 2023. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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