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WAVE

WAVE

Artist: IVE•Album: WAVE - EP
🇯🇵 Japanese · 🇺🇸 English📅 2023K-PopIVE

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“WAVE” (WAVE) is performed by IVE, released on the album WAVE - 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

W-A-V-E

I see you're falling deep for me

Baby, yes, I'm all you'll need

Ride the W-A-V-E

W-A-V-E

I see you're falling deep for me

Baby, yes, I'm all you'll need

Ride the W-A-V-E

Chorus

Boy, you can come with me

きっと君と私

kitto kimi to watashi

気付いてる our love breeze

kizui teru our love breeze

Ride the W-A-V-E

You gave me chills

まさか私が

masaka watashi ga

Somebody like you

気になっちゃってるから

ki ni na cha teru kara

Verse 3

曖昧なままじゃ嫌 (yup)

aimai na mama ja iya ( yup )

もっと見てみたいわ (uh-huh)

motto mi te mi tai wa ( uh - huh )

運命の行先

unmei no yukusaki

(Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh)

夢心地の中へ come jump in

yumegokochi no naka he come jump in

(Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh)

思い通り when the waves crash (yeah)

omoidoori when the waves crash ( yeah )

バレバレな恋仕かけは

bare bare na koi tsukamatsu kake ha

Verse 4

Please hold back 要らない

Please hold back ira nai

全て素直に言ってくれたらいい

subete sunao ni i te kure tara ii

逃さない timing

nogasa nai timing

もう戻れないや (uh-huh)

mou modore nai ya ( uh - huh )

妄想現実の合間 (uh-huh)

mousou genjitsu no aima ( uh - huh )

無限の可能性 (ride the-)

mugen no kanou sei ( ride the -)

W-A-V-E

I see you're falling deep for me

Verse 5

Baby, yes, I'm all you'll need

Ride the W-A-V-E

Boy, you can come with me

きっと君と私

kitto kimi to watashi

気付いてる our love breeze

kizui teru our love breeze

Ride the W-A-V-E

(Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh)

夢心地の中へ come jump in

yumegokochi no naka he come jump in

Verse 6

(Oh-oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh-oh-oh)

思い通り when the waves crash (yeah)

omoidoori when the waves crash ( yeah )

W-A-V-E

I see you're falling deep for me

Baby, yes, I'm all you'll need

Ride the W-A-V-E

Boy, you can come with me

きっと君と私

kitto kimi to watashi

Verse 7

気付いてる our love breeze

kizui teru our love breeze

Ride the W-A-V-E (yo)

W-A-V-E

Everything you do to me

W-A-V-E

It's so hard to believe

曖昧なままじゃ嫌

aimai na mama ja iya

もっと見てみたいわ

motto mi te mi tai wa

Verse 8

運命の行先

unmei no yukusaki

W-A-V-E

I see you're falling deep for me

Baby, yes, I'm all you'll need

Ride the W-A-V-E

Boy, you can come with me

きっと君と私

kitto kimi to watashi

気付いてる our love breeze

kizui teru our love breeze

Verse 9

Ride the W-A-V-E (yo)

You gave me chills

まさか私が

masaka watashi ga

Somebody like you

気になっちゃってるから

ki ni na cha teru kara

You gave me chills

まさか私が

masaka watashi ga

Somebody like you

Verse 10

W-A-V-E

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

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

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"WAVE" (WAVE) 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 "WAVE" 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, "WAVE" 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 “WAVE”?

"WAVE" (WAVE) 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 “WAVE” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “WAVE”.

Performer (아티스트)IVE
Album (앨범)WAVE - EP
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 WAVE, pronunciation practice, and production history.

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

"WAVE" 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 WAVE with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced WAVE by IVE?

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

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