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About a Boy

About a Boy

Artist: JANNABI•Album: Legend
🇰🇷 Korean📅 2019K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“About a Boy” (About a Boy) is performed by JANNABI, released on the album Legend in 2019.

💡 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

어린애야 아직도 난 나사 빠진 애처럼

eo-rin-ae-ya a-jik-do nan na-sa ppa-jin ae-cheo-reom

구는 게 재밌어

gu-neun ge jae-miss-eo

누가 뭐라 하면 그게 더 좋아

nu-ga mwo-ra ha-myeon geu-ge deo jot-a

어버버버 더듬더듬

eo-beo-beo-beo deo-deum-deo-deum

내 말도 천재 같고 멋이 있어

nae mal-do cheon-jae gat-go meos-i iss-eo

고치지 않을 거야

go-chi-ji an-eul geo-ya

조금 답답해도 참아야 해

jo-geum dap-dap-hae-do cham-a-ya hae

우리 애는요

u-ri ae-neun-yo

Chorus

관심이 필요한 아이예요

gwan-sim-i pil-yo-han a-i-ye-yo

덜떨어져 보여도 알고 보면

deol-tteol-eo-jyeo bo-yeo-do al-go bo-myeon

멋진 애예요

meos-jin ae-ye-yo

불안불안 껌뻑껌뻑

bul-an-bul-an kkeom-ppeok-kkeom-ppeok

내 눈도 불쌍해 보이고 좋아

nae nun-do bul-ssang-hae bo-i-go jot-a

걱정이 많아 그래

geok-jeong-i man-a geu-rae

나를 사랑으로 보듬어줘

na-reul sa-rang-eu-ro bo-deum-eo-jwo

우리 애는요

u-ri ae-neun-yo

Verse 3

사랑이 필요한 아이예요

sa-rang-i pil-yo-han a-i-ye-yo

덜떨어져 보여도 알고 보면

deol-tteol-eo-jyeo bo-yeo-do al-go bo-myeon

멋진 애예요

meos-jin ae-ye-yo

멍청한 장난처럼 짓궂은 농담처럼

meong-cheong-han jang-nan-cheo-reom jis-gut-eun nong-dam-cheo-reom

내 친구가 되어줘 늘 나를 향해 서 줘

nae chin-gu-ga doe-eo-jwo neul na-reul hyang-hae seo jwo

곁에 있어줘

gyeot-e iss-eo-jwo

비겁한 변명처럼 어설픈 핑계처럼

bi-geop-han byeon-myeong-cheo-reom eo-seol-peun ping-gye-cheo-reom

나의 편이 되어줘 늘 나의 뒤에 서 줘

na-ui pyeon-i doe-eo-jwo neul na-ui dwi-e seo jwo

Verse 4

곁에 있어줘

gyeot-e iss-eo-jwo

내 친구가 되어줘 늘 나를 향해 서 줘

nae chin-gu-ga doe-eo-jwo neul na-reul hyang-hae seo jwo

내 곁에 있어줘

nae gyeot-e iss-eo-jwo

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “About a Boy” by JANNABI.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"About a Boy" (About a Boy) by JANNABI 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 "About a Boy" 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, "About a Boy" highlights JANNABI'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 “About a Boy”?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “About a Boy”.

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

Common questions about About a Boy, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of About a Boy by JANNABI?

"About a Boy" is performed by JANNABI. 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 About a Boy with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced About a Boy by JANNABI?

"About a Boy" is performed by JANNABI, released on the album "Legend" in 2019. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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