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Runaway

Runaway

Artist: KARA•Album: KARA 4th Album - Full Bloom
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English58% KR📅 2013K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“Runaway” (Runaway) is performed by KARA, released on the album KARA 4th Album - Full Bloom in 2013.

💡 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

어디야 언제 와 오늘도 기다리는 건 나야

eo-di-ya eon-je wa o-neul-do gi-da-ri-neun geon na-ya

아니야 괜찮아 눈치 없게 보챈 거 미안해

a-ni-ya gwaen-chan-a nun-chi eop-ge bo-chaen geo mi-an-hae

난 독하지 못해서 널 놓지 못했어

nan dok-ha-ji mos-hae-seo neol not-ji mos-haess-eo

내 미련한 욕심인 걸 알아

nae mi-ryeon-han yok-sim-in geol al-a

눈물자국 지우고 할 말 꾹 삼키는

nun-mul-ja-guk ji-u-go hal mal kkuk sam-ki-neun

내가 날 못 보겠어 더는 못 보겠어

nae-ga nal mos bo-gess-eo deo-neun mos bo-gess-eo

You'd better walk away 나 혼자서 어떡해

You'd better walk away na hon-ja-seo eo-tteok-hae

죽고 못 사는 게 둘 중에 나뿐인데

juk-go mos sa-neun ge dul jung-e na-ppun-in-de

Chorus

뭘 더해 이젠 널 보내

mwol deo-hae i-jen neol bo-nae

세상에 나 같은 여자는 너무 많아

se-sang-e na gat-eun yeo-ja-neun neo-mu man-a

이 손 놔 그거 봐 네 마음과 내 마음은 너무 달라

i son nwa geu-geo bwa ne ma-eum-gwa nae ma-eum-eun neo-mu dal-ra

이제야 깨달았어 너무 늦어버린 거 미안해

i-je-ya kkae-dal-ass-eo neo-mu neut-eo-beo-rin geo mi-an-hae

난 독하지 못해서 널 놓지 못했어

nan dok-ha-ji mos-hae-seo neol not-ji mos-haess-eo

내 미련한 욕심인 걸 알아

nae mi-ryeon-han yok-sim-in geol al-a

거짓 사랑인데도 달면 또 삼키는

geo-jis sa-rang-in-de-do dal-myeon tto sam-ki-neun

내가 날 못 참겠어 더는 못 하겠어

nae-ga nal mos cham-gess-eo deo-neun mos ha-gess-eo

Verse 3

You'd better walk away 나 혼자서 어떡해

You'd better walk away na hon-ja-seo eo-tteok-hae

죽고 못 사는 게 둘 중에 나뿐인데

juk-go mos sa-neun ge dul jung-e na-ppun-in-de

뭘 더해 이젠 널 보내

mwol deo-hae i-jen neol bo-nae

세상에 나 같은 여자는 너무 많아

se-sang-e na gat-eun yeo-ja-neun neo-mu man-a

Oh oh oh oh oh Oh oh oh oh oh Oh oh oh oh oh

Just go, it's not too late

Love will make you run away

이젠 널 놓지도 붙잡지도 못하게 됐어

i-jen neol not-ji-do but-jap-ji-do mos-ha-ge dwaess-eo

Verse 4

입술만 마르고 눈물은 자꾸 흐르고 (Just one way but wrong way 이미 망가져 버린)

ip-sul-man ma-reu-go nun-mul-eun ja-kku heu-reu-go (Just one way but wrong way i-mi mang-ga-jyeo beo-rin)

도대체 사랑이 뭔데 나를 옭아매는 거야 너는 왜

do-dae-che sa-rang-i mwon-de na-reul ol-a-mae-neun geo-ya neo-neun wae

그때 나를 보던 그때 단 1분 1초라도 You shoulda stop that

geu-ttae na-reul bo-deon geu-ttae dan 1-bun 1-cho-ra-do You shoulda stop that

너 하나밖에 모르고 시작도 끝도 너무 모르고

neo ha-na-bak-e mo-reu-go si-jak-do kkeut-do neo-mu mo-reu-go

겁 없게 무섭게 빠져들던 내가 너무 한심해

geop eop-ge mu-seop-ge ppa-jyeo-deul-deon nae-ga neo-mu han-sim-hae

Don't you say my name

Please don't tell me that you loved me

뭐 그리 대단하게 사랑했다고

mwo geu-ri dae-dan-ha-ge sa-rang-haess-da-go

Verse 5

I don't wanna do it anymore

You'd better walk away 나 혼자서 어떡해

You'd better walk away na hon-ja-seo eo-tteok-hae

죽고 못 사는 게 둘 중에 나뿐인데

juk-go mos sa-neun ge dul jung-e na-ppun-in-de

뭘 더해 이젠 널 보내

mwol deo-hae i-jen neol bo-nae

세상에 나 같은 여자는 너무 많아

se-sang-e na gat-eun yeo-ja-neun neo-mu man-a

Baby don't walk away 나 혼자서 어떡해

Baby don't walk away na hon-ja-seo eo-tteok-hae

죽고 못 사는 게 둘 중에 나뿐인데

juk-go mos sa-neun ge dul jung-e na-ppun-in-de

뭘 더해 이젠 널 보내

mwol deo-hae i-jen neol bo-nae

Verse 6

나 같은 여잔 잊고 잘 살아

na gat-eun yeo-jan it-go jal sal-a

Oh oh oh oh oh Oh oh oh oh oh Oh oh oh oh oh

Just go, it's not too late

Love will make you run away

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “Runaway” by KARA.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Runaway" (Runaway) by KARA 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 "Runaway" 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, "Runaway" highlights KARA'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 “Runaway”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Runaway” 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 “Runaway”.

Performer (아티스트)KARA
Album (앨범)KARA 4th Album - Full Bloom
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under KARA 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 Runaway by KARA?

"Runaway" is performed by KARA. 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 Runaway with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Runaway by KARA?

"Runaway" is performed by KARA, released on the album "KARA 4th Album - Full Bloom" in 2013. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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