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Off The Record

Off The Record

Artist: IVE•Album: I'VE MINE - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English32% KR📅 2023K-PopIVE

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Off The Record” (Off The Record) 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

시간이 됐어, it's 2 a.m.

si-gan-i dwaess-eo, it's 2 a.m.

목소릴 낮추고 더 속삭여 줄래?

mok-so-ril nat-chu-go deo sok-sak-yeo jul-rae?

이 밤이 좀 더 깊어지면

i bam-i jom deo gip-eo-ji-myeon

뭔가 더 솔직해도 될 것 같은 기분이 들어

mwon-ga deo sol-jik-hae-do doel geos gat-eun gi-bun-i deul-eo

있잖아, 가끔 난 무척 발칙한 상상을 해

iss-jan-a, ga-kkeum nan mu-cheok bal-chik-han sang-sang-eul hae

남들은 절대 모를 걸 (ooh), 이젠 비공개 모드야

nam-deul-eun jeol-dae mo-reul geol (ooh), i-jen bi-gong-gae mo-deu-ya

Off the record night

This late night conversation, 멈추지 않아

This late night conversation, meom-chu-ji an-a

Chorus

No more time, no more kill my vibe

This late night conversation, 잠들지 않아

This late night conversation, jam-deul-ji an-a

Yeah, 비밀스럽게 잠겨진 문

Yeah, bi-mil-seu-reop-ge jam-gyeo-jin mun

그 맘을 우리에게 살짝 열어줘

geu mam-eul u-ri-e-ge sal-jjak yeol-eo-jwo

떠나 forbidden island, 찾아 forbidden fruit

tteo-na forbidden island, chat-a forbidden fruit

가끔은 왠지 금지된 게 궁금하거든, yeah

ga-kkeum-eun waen-ji geum-ji-doen ge gung-geum-ha-geo-deun, yeah

순진한 가면을 벗고 흑심을 드러내 봐

sun-jin-han ga-myeon-eul beos-go heuk-sim-eul deu-reo-nae bwa

그런 게 없을 리 없어, 이젠 비공개 모드야

geu-reon ge eop-eul ri eop-eo, i-jen bi-gong-gae mo-deu-ya

Verse 3

Off the record night

This late night conversation, 멈추지 않아

This late night conversation, meom-chu-ji an-a

No more time, no more kill my vibe

This late night conversation, 잠들지 않아

This late night conversation, jam-deul-ji an-a

Make it round on the ground, yeah

더 가까이 모여 앉아, 자, 모든 걸 털어놔

deo ga-kka-i mo-yeo an-a, ja, mo-deun geol teol-eo-nwa

Off the record night

This late night conversation, 멈추지 않아

This late night conversation, meom-chu-ji an-a

Verse 4

We're talkin' 'bout the late n-n-n-n-night conversation

Late night conversation

못 살아, 내가 정말 미쳐 진짜?

mos sal-a, nae-ga jeong-mal mi-chyeo jin-jja?

그래서 또 뭔데?

geu-rae-seo tto mwon-de?

난 그냥 restaurant, cafe, 영화

nan geu-nyang restaurant, cafe, yeong-hwa

그런 사랑 말고 조금 더 특별한

geu-reon sa-rang mal-go jo-geum deo teuk-byeol-han

은밀하고 아찔한 걸 원해 난

eun-mil-ha-go a-jjil-han geol won-hae nan

So this is my time, it's my time

Verse 5

숨막히는 trailer, 또 엄청난 반전도 있어야지

sum-mak-hi-neun trailer, tto eom-cheong-nan ban-jeon-do iss-eo-ya-ji

로맨틱한 psycho, 날 탐하면 모든 걸 견뎌야지 (oh, oh)

ro-maen-tik-han psycho, nal tam-ha-myeon mo-deun geol gyeon-dyeo-ya-ji (oh, oh)

Love me, love me, 어서 날 leave me, leave me

Love me, love me, eo-seo nal leave me, leave me

날마다 killing, healing, 또 외쳐 난 stay this night

nal-ma-da killing, healing, tto oe-chyeo nan stay this night

Off the record night

This late night conversation, 멈추지 않아

This late night conversation, meom-chu-ji an-a

No more time, no more kill my vibe

This late night conversation, 잠들지 않아

This late night conversation, jam-deul-ji an-a

Verse 6

Moon is setting tonight

어둠이 조금 더 짙어져가 (yeah)

eo-dum-i jo-geum deo jit-eo-jyeo-ga (yeah)

더 반짝거리는 your eyes

deo ban-jjak-geo-ri-neun your eyes

Lookin' it, lookin' it deep in the eyes (난 하늘의 별을 봐)

Lookin' it, lookin' it deep in the eyes (nan ha-neul-ui byeol-eul bwa)

Off the record night

This late night conversation, 잠들지 않아

This late night conversation, jam-deul-ji an-a

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Off The Record" (Off The Record) 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 "Off The Record" 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, "Off The Record" 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 “Off The Record”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Off The Record” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “Off The Record”.

Performer (아티스트)IVE
Album (앨범)I'VE MINE - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Off The Record, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Off The Record by IVE?

"Off The Record" 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 Off The Record with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Off The Record by IVE?

"Off The Record" 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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