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Pretty Girl

Pretty Girl

🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English19% KR📅 2008K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Pretty Girl (Pretty Girl) is performed by KARA, released on the album Pretty Girl (2nd Mini Album) - EP in 2008.

💡 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

Yeah, yeah

Yeah, yeah

Yeah, yeah, yeah

Yeah, yeah

One, two, three, yeah

If you wanna pretty (oh-oh)

Every wanna pretty (oh-oh)

안된다는 맘은 no, no, no, no

an-doen-da-neun mam-eun no, no, no, no

If you wanna pretty (oh-oh)

Every wanna pretty (oh-oh)

어디서나 당당하게 걷기

eo-di-seo-na dang-dang-ha-ge geot-gi

나와 맞는 옷에 또 받쳐주는 말투

na-wa mat-neun os-e tto bat-chyeo-ju-neun mal-tu

센스있는 포즈 그냥 되지는 않죠

sen-seu-iss-neun po-jeu geu-nyang doe-ji-neun an-jyo

생활 상식은 기본 시사 상식은 선택

saeng-hwal sang-sik-eun gi-bon si-sa sang-sik-eun seon-taek

다 끊임없는 노력이죠

da kkeun-im-eop-neun no-ryeok-i-jyo

Girl, pretty girl, pretty girl

조금도 망설일 것 없죠, 난

jo-geum-do mang-seol-il geos eop-jyo, nan

Beautiful girl, beautiful girl

Beautiful, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Girl (girl), pretty girl, pretty girl

그냥 되진 않는거죠, 난 (난)

geu-nyang doe-jin an-neun-geo-jyo, nan (nan)

Beautiful girl, beautiful, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Come on, beautiful girl

Yeah, yeah

Yeah

If you wanna pretty (oh-oh)

Every wanna pretty (oh-oh)

안된다는 맘은 no, no, no, no

an-doen-da-neun mam-eun no, no, no, no

If you wanna pretty (oh-oh)

Every wanna pretty (oh-oh)

어디서나 당당하게 걷기

eo-di-seo-na dang-dang-ha-ge geot-gi

Girl, pretty girl, pretty girl

조금도 망설일 것 없죠, 난

jo-geum-do mang-seol-il geos eop-jyo, nan

Beautiful girl, beautiful girl

Beautiful, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Girl (girl), pretty girl, pretty girl

그냥 되진 않는거죠, 난 (난)

geu-nyang doe-jin an-neun-geo-jyo, nan (nan)

Beautiful girl, beautiful, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Come on, beautiful girl

마음은 예쁘게 표정은 산뜻하게

ma-eum-eun ye-ppeu-ge pyo-jeong-eun san-tteus-ha-ge

하루를 시작하면서 잊지 말아야 하죠

ha-ru-reul si-jak-ha-myeon-seo it-ji mal-a-ya ha-jyo

두 눈을 깜박이며 살짝 미소 지으면

du nun-eul kkam-bak-i-myeo sal-jjak mi-so ji-eu-myeon

이젠 모든게 완벽하죠

i-jen mo-deun-ge wan-byeok-ha-jyo

Girl (girl), pretty girl, pretty girl

누구라도 될 수 있죠, 난 (난)

nu-gu-ra-do doel su iss-jyo, nan (nan)

Beautiful girl, beautiful, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah

Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah (no-no-no-no, yeah)

Girl (girl), pretty girl (pretty girl), pretty girl (beautiful girl)

그냥 되진 않는거죠, 난 (난) (oh-woah)

geu-nyang doe-jin an-neun-geo-jyo, nan (nan) (oh-woah)

Beautiful girl (ooh, yeah), beautiful girl, yeah

Yeah, yeah, yeah

If you wanna pretty (oh-oh)

Every wanna pretty (oh-oh)

안된다는 맘은 no, no, no, no

an-doen-da-neun mam-eun no, no, no, no

If you wanna pretty (oh-oh)

Every wanna pretty (oh-oh)

어디서나 당당하게 걷기

eo-di-seo-na dang-dang-ha-ge geot-gi

Yeah, yeah

Yeah, yeah, yeah

Yeah, yeah

Yeah, yeah, yeah

Yeah, yeah

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Pretty Girl by KARA.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Pretty Girl" (Pretty Girl) 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 "Pretty Girl" 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, "Pretty Girl" 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 “Pretty Girl”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “Pretty Girl” 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 Pretty Girl.

Performer (아티스트)KARA
Album (앨범)Pretty Girl (2nd Mini Album) - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under KARA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pretty Girl, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Pretty Girl by KARA?

"Pretty Girl" 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 Pretty Girl with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Pretty Girl by KARA?

"Pretty Girl" is performed by KARA, released on the album "Pretty Girl (2nd Mini Album) - EP" in 2008. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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