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ONLY

ONLY

Artist: Lee Hi•Album: 4 ONLY
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English63% KR📅 2021K-PopR&B/Soul

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“ONLY” (ONLY) is performed by Lee Hi, released on the album 4 ONLY in 2021.

💡 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

Be my only one

이렇게 부르고 싶은 이름 내 곁에

i-reot-ge bu-reu-go sip-eun i-reum nae gyeot-e

손을 잡고서 같이 걸어요

son-eul jap-go-seo gat-i geol-eo-yo

비가 오는 밤에도, 외로웠던 낮에도

bi-ga o-neun bam-e-do, oe-ro-woss-deon nat-e-do

그대 환한 빛깔을 내게 가득 칠해줘요

geu-dae hwan-han bit-kkal-eul nae-ge ga-deuk chil-hae-jwo-yo

내가 더 잘할게요, 이렇게 같이 있어 준다면

nae-ga deo jal-hal-ge-yo, i-reot-ge gat-i iss-eo jun-da-myeon

Now I believe

라랄라랄라라 부르는 노래

ra-ral-ra-ral-ra-ra bu-reu-neun no-rae

Chorus

찾고 찾고 찾아 헤매이던 그대와

chat-go chat-go chat-a he-mae-i-deon geu-dae-wa

My, oh my, oh my, oh 내 사랑

My, oh my, oh my, oh nae sa-rang

Be my only love

걸어 걸어가는 발걸음마다

geol-eo geol-eo-ga-neun bal-geol-eum-ma-da

기분 좋아 꼭 둘이서 추는 춤 같아

gi-bun jot-a kkok dul-i-seo chu-neun chum gat-a

My, oh my, oh my, oh 내 사랑

My, oh my, oh my, oh nae sa-rang

Be my only love

Be my only one

Verse 3

이제는 숨기지 않고도 말할 수 있어

i-je-neun sum-gi-ji an-go-do mal-hal su iss-eo

그렇게나 말하고 싶던, I say, "I love you"

geu-reot-ge-na mal-ha-go sip-deon, I say, "I love you"

쉬고 싶은 밤에도, 바쁘던 아침에도

swi-go sip-eun bam-e-do, ba-ppeu-deon a-chim-e-do

그대 내게 쉴 곳을 마음속에 마련해요

geu-dae nae-ge swil gos-eul ma-eum-sok-e ma-ryeon-hae-yo

내가 더 잘할게요 그 맘을 내게 나눠준다면

nae-ga deo jal-hal-ge-yo geu mam-eul nae-ge na-nwo-jun-da-myeon

Now I believe

라랄라랄라라 부르는 노래

ra-ral-ra-ral-ra-ra bu-reu-neun no-rae

찾고 찾고 찾아 헤매이던 그대와

chat-go chat-go chat-a he-mae-i-deon geu-dae-wa

Verse 4

My, oh my, oh my, oh 내 사랑

My, oh my, oh my, oh nae sa-rang

Be my only love

My only one, 그대를 보면

My only one, geu-dae-reul bo-myeon

기대고 싶어, 가지고 싶어

gi-dae-go sip-eo, ga-ji-go sip-eo

이 사랑이라면 어설픈 꿈도

i sa-rang-i-ra-myeon eo-seol-peun kkum-do

이뤄질 것 같은데

i-rwo-jil geos gat-eun-de

Now I believe

걸어 걸어 가는 발걸음마다

geol-eo geol-eo ga-neun bal-geol-eum-ma-da

Verse 5

기분 좋아 꼭 둘이서 추는 춤 같아

gi-bun jot-a kkok dul-i-seo chu-neun chum gat-a

My, oh my, oh my, oh 내 사랑

My, oh my, oh my, oh nae sa-rang

Be my only love

라랄라랄라랄라랄랄라, 라

ra-ral-ra-ral-ra-ral-ra-ral-ral-ra, ra

라랄라랄라랄라랄랄라, 라랄라

ra-ral-ra-ral-ra-ral-ra-ral-ral-ra, ra-ral-ra

라랄라랄라랄라랄랄라, my only one

ra-ral-ra-ral-ra-ral-ra-ral-ral-ra, my only one

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “ONLY” by Lee Hi.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"ONLY" (ONLY) by Lee Hi 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 "ONLY" 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, "ONLY" highlights Lee Hi'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 “ONLY”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “ONLY” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “ONLY”.

Performer (아티스트)Lee Hi
Album (앨범)4 ONLY
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Lee Hi and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about ONLY, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of ONLY by Lee Hi?

"ONLY" is performed by Lee Hi. 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 ONLY with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced ONLY by Lee Hi?

"ONLY" is performed by Lee Hi, released on the album "4 ONLY" in 2021. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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