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I Don't Know

I Don't Know

Artist: SEVENTEEN•Album: Going Seventeen
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English66% KR📅 2016K-PopBoy Group

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“I Don't Know” (I Don't Know) is performed by SEVENTEEN, released on the album Going Seventeen in 2016.

💡 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

들어가자 잠깐

deul-eo-ga-ja jam-kkan

예민한 날이 선 시계 소리 나는 방

ye-min-han nal-i seon si-gye so-ri na-neun bang

궁금증에 비해다소 짧아진

gung-geum-jeung-e bi-hae-da-so jjal-a-jin

물음은 정적을 깨, 대화 속엔

mul-eum-eun jeong-jeok-eul kkae, dae-hwa sok-en

불만스런 느낌들이 가득 차

bul-man-seu-reon neu-kkim-deul-i ga-deuk cha

넘쳐나, 더 이상은 안돼

neom-chyeo-na, deo i-sang-eun an-dwae

한숨에 묻혀버린 주변은 고요해 (uh)

han-sum-e mut-hyeo-beo-rin ju-byeon-eun go-yo-hae (uh)

숨 막힐 듯해도, 입 다물고 있는 게 차라리 속 편해

sum mak-hil deus-hae-do, ip da-mul-go iss-neun ge cha-ra-ri sok pyeon-hae

Chorus

딱딱해진 관계 해 소되지 않은 싸움

ttak-ttak-hae-jin gwan-gye hae so-doe-ji an-eun ssa-um

끝내 열리는 방문 원점이 돼, 고개 돌린 채

kkeut-nae yeol-ri-neun bang-mun won-jeom-i dwae, go-gae dol-rin chae

다음에 얘기해

da-eum-e yae-gi-hae

똑같은 곳을 또 헤매고 있어

ttok-gat-eun gos-eul tto he-mae-go iss-eo

모든 게 다 낯설게만 느껴져

mo-deun ge da nat-seol-ge-man neu-kkyeo-jyeo

이제는 정말 끝내야 될까?

i-je-neun jeong-mal kkeut-nae-ya doel-kka?

글쎄, 잘 몰라, 나도 잘 몰라

geul-sse, jal mol-ra, na-do jal mol-ra

또 눈물이 흘러 (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

tto nun-mul-i heul-reo (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

Verse 3

뭣 모를 눈물이 흘러, oh (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

mwos mo-reul nun-mul-i heul-reo, oh (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

예전의 너와 나 그리운 걸까? (왜?)

ye-jeon-ui neo-wa na geu-ri-un geol-kka? (wae?)

글쎄, 잘 몰라, 나도 잘 몰라

geul-sse, jal mol-ra, na-do jal mol-ra

또 눈물이 흘러 (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

tto nun-mul-i heul-reo (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

한없이 눈물이 흘러, oh (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

han-eop-i nun-mul-i heul-reo, oh (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

이제는 정말 끝내야 될까? (널)

i-je-neun jeong-mal kkeut-nae-ya doel-kka? (neol)

글쎄, 잘 몰라, 나도 잘 몰라

geul-sse, jal mol-ra, na-do jal mol-ra

Uh

Verse 4

Daydreaming in the midst of the night

You brush my thoughts and sweep my sleep away

Yeah, 이제 와서 I miss all the times

Yeah, i-je wa-seo I miss all the times

불필요 해, there are plenty more times

bul-pil-yo hae, there are plenty more times

We'll miss anyway, it's painful to face you

듣고 싶어 하는 답변 (답변)

deut-go sip-eo ha-neun dap-byeon (dap-byeon)

알면서도 괜히 (괜히), 삐뚤어지는 감정

al-myeon-seo-do gwaen-hi (gwaen-hi), ppi-ttul-eo-ji-neun gam-jeong

다시 또 비꼬이는 흉터와 죄책감 (흉터와 죄책감)

da-si tto bi-kko-i-neun hyung-teo-wa joe-chaek-gam (hyung-teo-wa joe-chaek-gam)

Verse 5

조여오는 벽면의 폐쇄감

jo-yeo-o-neun byeok-myeon-ui pye-swae-gam

똑같은 곳을 또 헤매고 있어

ttok-gat-eun gos-eul tto he-mae-go iss-eo

모든 게 다 낯설게만 느껴져

mo-deun ge da nat-seol-ge-man neu-kkyeo-jyeo

이제는 정말 끝내야 될까?

i-je-neun jeong-mal kkeut-nae-ya doel-kka?

글쎄, 잘 몰라, 나도 잘 몰라

geul-sse, jal mol-ra, na-do jal mol-ra

또 눈물이 흘러 (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

tto nun-mul-i heul-reo (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

뭣 모를 눈물이 흘러, oh (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

mwos mo-reul nun-mul-i heul-reo, oh (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

예전의 너와 나 그리운 걸까? (왜?)

ye-jeon-ui neo-wa na geu-ri-un geol-kka? (wae?)

Verse 6

글쎄, 잘 몰라, 나도 잘 몰라

geul-sse, jal mol-ra, na-do jal mol-ra

또 눈물이 흘러 (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

tto nun-mul-i heul-reo (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

한없이 눈물이 흘러, oh (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

han-eop-i nun-mul-i heul-reo, oh (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

이제는 정말 끝내야 될까? (널)

i-je-neun jeong-mal kkeut-nae-ya doel-kka? (neol)

글쎄, 잘 몰라, 나도 잘 몰라

geul-sse, jal mol-ra, na-do jal mol-ra

서로 어긋나있는 길 건너편

seo-ro eo-geus-na-iss-neun gil geon-neo-pyeon

멍하니 서 있는 너에게 물어

meong-ha-ni seo iss-neun neo-e-ge mul-eo

다시 되돌아갈 수 없는 걸까?

da-si doe-dol-a-gal su eop-neun geol-kka?

Verse 7

글쎄, 잘 몰라, 나도 잘 몰라

geul-sse, jal mol-ra, na-do jal mol-ra

서로 어긋나있는 길 건너편

seo-ro eo-geus-na-iss-neun gil geon-neo-pyeon

멍하게 서 있는 너에게 물어

meong-ha-ge seo iss-neun neo-e-ge mul-eo

다시 되돌아갈 수 없는 걸까?

da-si doe-dol-a-gal su eop-neun geol-kka?

글쎄, 잘 몰라, 나도 잘 몰라

geul-sse, jal mol-ra, na-do jal mol-ra

Oh, oh, oh-oh, 왜?

Oh, oh, oh-oh, wae?

또 눈물이 흘러 (oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

tto nun-mul-i heul-reo (oh, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

멈추지 않고서 흘러, oh (no, no, whoa, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

meom-chu-ji an-go-seo heul-reo, oh (no, no, whoa, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

Verse 8

알 것 만 같아, 아니, 이젠 알아

al geos man gat-a, a-ni, i-jen al-a

너 아님, 안 돼 보내면 안 돼 (떠날 수 없어, no)

neo a-nim, an dwae bo-nae-myeon an dwae (tteo-nal su eop-eo, no)

왜 이제서야? 난 (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

wae i-je-seo-ya? nan (oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

네 모습이 보이는지, oh (날 잡아줘, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

ne mo-seup-i bo-i-neun-ji, oh (nal jap-a-jwo, oh-oh-oh, oh-oh)

멀어진 날 안아 줄 수 있을까? (Yeah, no)

meol-eo-jin nal an-a jul su iss-eul-kka? (Yeah, no)

글쎄, 잘 몰라, 나도 잘 몰라

geul-sse, jal mol-ra, na-do jal mol-ra

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “I Don't Know” by SEVENTEEN.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"I Don't Know" (I Don't Know) by SEVENTEEN 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 "I Don't Know" 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, "I Don't Know" highlights SEVENTEEN'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 “I Don't Know”?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

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Performer (아티스트)SEVENTEEN
Album (앨범)Going Seventeen
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under SEVENTEEN and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of I Don't Know by SEVENTEEN?

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