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Aya

Aya

Artist: MAMAMOOAlbum: Travel - EP
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English58% KR📅 2020K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Aya (Aya) is performed by MAMAMOO, released on the album Travel - EP in 2020.

💡 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

Aya

이야 (rhythm)

i-ya (rhythm)

Hey, ya

비긴 것 같아

bi-gin geos gat-a

애초에 이길 생각 따윈 없어

ae-cho-e i-gil saeng-gak tta-win eop-eo

봐 너나 나나 다 끝난 마당에 (으르렁 hey)

bwa neo-na na-na da kkeut-nan ma-dang-e (eu-reu-reong hey)

A-yo, a-yo

You got me jumping like a crazy clown 뭐해

You got me jumping like a crazy clown mwo-hae

썩은 이빨 뽑아내야지 아야

sseok-eun i-ppal ppop-a-nae-ya-ji a-ya

I love you 세상을 다 줄 것처럼 말하고

I love you se-sang-eul da jul geos-cheo-reom mal-ha-go

Hate you 이젠 서로 화살을 겨눠

Hate you i-jen seo-ro hwa-sal-eul gyeo-nwo

뻔하디뻔한 bad ending

ppeon-ha-di-ppeon-han bad ending

님 얼굴에 침을 뱉어

nim eol-gul-e chim-eul baet-eo

오점 하나 생겨 우린 남이 됐다

o-jeom ha-na saeng-gyeo u-rin nam-i dwaess-da

못된 사랑놀이에 미쳐

mos-doen sa-rang-nol-i-e mi-chyeo

이기적인 넌 이젠 지쳐

i-gi-jeok-in neon i-jen ji-chyeo

눈물인지 또 빗물인지 oh

nun-mul-in-ji tto bis-mul-in-ji oh

넌 내게 모욕감을 줬어

neon nae-ge mo-yok-gam-eul jwoss-eo

눈물이 뚝 떨어진다

nun-mul-i ttuk tteol-eo-jin-da

No-no-no, whoa, done-do-do-do-do-done

툭 떨어진다

tuk tteol-eo-jin-da

눈물이야 빗물이야 아야

nun-mul-i-ya bis-mul-i-ya a-ya

눈물이야 빗물이야 아야

nun-mul-i-ya bis-mul-i-ya a-ya

눈물이 툭

nun-mul-i tuk

들었다 놨다

deul-eoss-da nwass-da

이제 그만해

i-je geu-man-hae

너나 나나 아냐 어린애

neo-na na-na a-nya eo-rin-ae

아야야 꼴도 보기 싫어

a-ya-ya kkol-do bo-gi sil-eo

I'm so done

너는 내 killer

neo-neun nae killer

영화 속 villain

yeong-hwa sok villain

사랑을 속이는 dealer

sa-rang-eul sok-i-neun dealer

숨겨봤자 수면 위로

sum-gyeo-bwass-ja su-myeon wi-ro

You're a criminal

늦었어 이미 넌

neut-eoss-eo i-mi neon

방아쇠는 내 손에 gun shot, shot

bang-a-soe-neun nae son-e gun shot, shot

A-yo, a-yo

You got me jumping like a crazy clown 뭐해

You got me jumping like a crazy clown mwo-hae

썩은 이빨 뽑아내야지 아야

sseok-eun i-ppal ppop-a-nae-ya-ji a-ya

못된 사랑놀이에 미쳐

mos-doen sa-rang-nol-i-e mi-chyeo

이기적인 넌 이젠 지쳐

i-gi-jeok-in neon i-jen ji-chyeo

눈물인지 또 빗물인지 oh

nun-mul-in-ji tto bis-mul-in-ji oh

넌 내게 모욕감을 줬어

neon nae-ge mo-yok-gam-eul jwoss-eo

눈물이 뚝 떨어진다

nun-mul-i ttuk tteol-eo-jin-da

No-no-no, no, done-do-do-do-do-done

툭 떨어진다

tuk tteol-eo-jin-da

눈물이야 빗물이야 아야

nun-mul-i-ya bis-mul-i-ya a-ya

눈물이야 빗물이야 아야

nun-mul-i-ya bis-mul-i-ya a-ya

눈물이 툭

nun-mul-i tuk

And it's over 끝났어

And it's over kkeut-nass-eo

더이상 못하겠어

deo-i-sang mos-ha-gess-eo

남은 감정도 없어 (oh-nah-nah-nah)

nam-eun gam-jeong-do eop-eo (oh-nah-nah-nah)

이건 아냐 sad ending

i-geon a-nya sad ending

널 만난 내 잘못이야

neol man-nan nae jal-mos-i-ya

눈물이 툭

nun-mul-i tuk

아야, 툭 떨어진다

a-ya, tuk tteol-eo-jin-da

뚝뚝뚝뚝뚝뚝뚝뚝

ttuk-ttuk-ttuk-ttuk-ttuk-ttuk-ttuk-ttuk

Drop, drop, drop, drop, drop, drop, drop, drop

뚝뚝뚝뚝뚝뚝뚝뚝

ttuk-ttuk-ttuk-ttuk-ttuk-ttuk-ttuk-ttuk

뚝 떨어진다

ttuk tteol-eo-jin-da

눈물이야 빗물이야 아야, 아야, 아야

nun-mul-i-ya bis-mul-i-ya a-ya, a-ya, a-ya

Happy ending 뚝 떨어진다

Happy ending ttuk tteol-eo-jin-da

눈물이야 빗물이야 아야, 아야, 아야

nun-mul-i-ya bis-mul-i-ya a-ya, a-ya, a-ya

정나미가 뚝 떨어진다

jeong-na-mi-ga ttuk tteol-eo-jin-da

Aya

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Aya by MAMAMOO.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Aya" (Aya) by MAMAMOO 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 "Aya" 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, "Aya" highlights MAMAMOO'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 “Aya”?

"Aya" (Aya) by MAMAMOO 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 “Aya” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for Aya.

Performer (아티스트)MAMAMOO
Album (앨범)Travel - EP
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under MAMAMOO and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of Aya by MAMAMOO?

"Aya" is performed by MAMAMOO. 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 Aya with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Aya by MAMAMOO?

"Aya" is performed by MAMAMOO, released on the album "Travel - EP" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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