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Don’t Let Me Go

Don’t Let Me Go

🇰🇷 Korean98% KR📅 2016K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Don’t Let Me Go (Don’t Let Me Go) is performed by SHINee, released on the album 1 of 1 - The 5th Album 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

그림처럼 우린 만나

geu-rim-cheo-reom u-rin man-na

마치 한 폭의 수채화

ma-chi han pok-ui su-chae-hwa

그려가듯 함께 했었고

geu-ryeo-ga-deus ham-kke haess-eoss-go

스케치하듯 그린 선과

seu-ke-chi-ha-deus geu-rin seon-gwa

우리를 채워가던 색 다

u-ri-reul chae-wo-ga-deon saek da

어느샌가 흐릿해져 가

eo-neu-saen-ga heu-ris-hae-jyeo ga

멀어지는 계절같이 넌

meol-eo-ji-neun gye-jeol-gat-i neon

추억 속에 모두 남기고

chu-eok sok-e mo-du nam-gi-go

웃으면서 웃으며 간다고

us-eu-myeon-seo us-eu-myeo gan-da-go

또 이제 혼자가 될 내일도

tto i-je hon-ja-ga doel nae-il-do

유난스레 굴지 말자고

yu-nan-seu-re gul-ji mal-ja-go

그렇게 넌 할 거라고

geu-reot-ge neon hal geo-ra-go

오늘 어두운 밤 하늘 위로

o-neul eo-du-un bam ha-neul wi-ro

구름 이 별을 가리고

gu-reum i byeol-eul ga-ri-go

막지 못할 이 비도 내리고

mak-ji mos-hal i bi-do nae-ri-go

마지막 인사를 대신해

ma-ji-mak in-sa-reul dae-sin-hae

내민 투명한 우산에

nae-min tu-myeong-han u-san-e

잊지 못할 너의 뒷모습도

it-ji mos-hal neo-ui dwis-mo-seup-do

가릴 수가 없는 걸

ga-ril su-ga eop-neun geol

아직까지 믿을 수 없는 이 결과

a-jik-kka-ji mit-eul su eop-neun i gyeol-gwa

엉켜있는 맘을 풀 수 없는 건가

eong-kyeo-iss-neun mam-eul pul su eop-neun geon-ga

자책하지도 미워하지도

ja-chaek-ha-ji-do mi-wo-ha-ji-do

자칫하면 공기마저

ja-chis-ha-myeon gong-gi-ma-jeo

외면되는 복잡한 이 상황

oe-myeon-doe-neun bok-jap-han i sang-hwang

너의 뒷모습을 머릿속에 남겨

neo-ui dwis-mo-seup-eul meo-ris-sok-e nam-gyeo

지워지지 않는 깊은 곳에

ji-wo-ji-ji an-neun gip-eun gos-e

너란 이름 새겨

neo-ran i-reum sae-gyeo

눈을 감는 이 시간도 내겐 아까워

nun-eul gam-neun i si-gan-do nae-gen a-kka-wo

앞을 가리는 이 비가

ap-eul ga-ri-neun i bi-ga

투명해서 고마워

tu-myeong-hae-seo go-ma-wo

번져버린 물감같이 넌

beon-jyeo-beo-rin mul-gam-gat-i neon

너의 색을 모두 내주고

neo-ui saek-eul mo-du nae-ju-go

흐려져 넌 흐려져만 가도

heu-ryeo-jyeo neon heu-ryeo-jyeo-man ga-do

나는 시간에 널 맡기고

na-neun si-gan-e neol mat-gi-go

세월 속에 전부 맡기고

se-wol sok-e jeon-bu mat-gi-go

꼭 먼 훗날 만나자던

kkok meon hus-nal man-na-ja-deon

오늘 어두운 밤 하늘 위로

o-neul eo-du-un bam ha-neul wi-ro

구름 이 별을 가리고

gu-reum i byeol-eul ga-ri-go

막지 못할 이 비도 내리고

mak-ji mos-hal i bi-do nae-ri-go

마지막 인사를 대신해

ma-ji-mak in-sa-reul dae-sin-hae

내민 투명한 우산에

nae-min tu-myeong-han u-san-e

잊지 못할 너의 뒷모습도

it-ji mos-hal neo-ui dwis-mo-seup-do

가릴 수가 없는 걸

ga-ril su-ga eop-neun geol

안녕이란 인사가

an-nyeong-i-ran in-sa-ga

여행을 위한 거라면

yeo-haeng-eul wi-han geo-ra-myeon

네 뒷모습에 내가 담담했더라면

ne dwis-mo-seup-e nae-ga dam-dam-haess-deo-ra-myeon

그 뒷모습에 안녕이라고

geu dwis-mo-seup-e an-nyeong-i-ra-go

작게 말하고

jak-ge mal-ha-go

눈물인지 뭔지

nun-mul-in-ji mwon-ji

비가 와 다행이라며

bi-ga wa da-haeng-i-ra-myeo

아름다운 우리를 기억해 난

a-reum-da-un u-ri-reul gi-eok-hae nan

마음 아린 추억 갖고 기다려

ma-eum a-rin chu-eok gat-go gi-da-ryeo

웃으며 너를 보내고선 지금

us-eu-myeo neo-reul bo-nae-go-seon ji-geum

널 기다린 난 믿어

neol gi-da-rin nan mit-eo

오늘 어두운 밤 하늘 위로

o-neul eo-du-un bam ha-neul wi-ro

구름 이 별을 가리고

gu-reum i byeol-eul ga-ri-go

막지 못할 이 비도 내리고

mak-ji mos-hal i bi-do nae-ri-go

마지막 인사를 대신해

ma-ji-mak in-sa-reul dae-sin-hae

내민 투명한 우산에

nae-min tu-myeong-han u-san-e

잊지 못할 너의 뒷모습도

it-ji mos-hal neo-ui dwis-mo-seup-do

가릴 수가 없는 걸

ga-ril su-ga eop-neun geol

한참을 그렇게 나 홀로

han-cham-eul geu-reot-ge na hol-ro

우리 이별을 그리고

u-ri i-byeol-eul geu-ri-go

Hey baby

멎지 못할 이 비가 내리고

meot-ji mos-hal i bi-ga nae-ri-go

젖어 드는 이 그림 속에

jeot-eo deu-neun i geu-rim sok-e

번지는 그대

beon-ji-neun geu-dae

나보다 한 발 더 먼저

na-bo-da han bal deo meon-jeo

잊지 못하게

it-ji mos-ha-ge

넌 어느새 첫발을 내딛고

neon eo-neu-sae cheos-bal-eul nae-dit-go

멀어져 가 날 두고

meol-eo-jyeo ga nal du-go

말없이 비는 밤을 적시듯 Woo

mal-eop-i bi-neun bam-eul jeok-si-deus Woo

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Don’t Let Me Go by SHINee.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Don’t Let Me Go" (Don’t Let Me Go) by SHINee 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 "Don’t Let Me Go" 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, "Don’t Let Me Go" highlights SHINee'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 “Don’t Let Me Go”?

"Don’t Let Me Go" (Don’t Let Me Go) by SHINee is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotio...

Q: How can I practice singing “Don’t Let Me Go” 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 Don’t Let Me Go.

Performer (아티스트)SHINee
Album (앨범)1 of 1 - The 5th Album
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under SHINee and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Don’t Let Me Go, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of Don’t Let Me Go by SHINee?

"Don’t Let Me Go" is performed by SHINee. 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 Don’t Let Me Go with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced Don’t Let Me Go by SHINee?

"Don’t Let Me Go" is performed by SHINee, released on the album "1 of 1 - The 5th Album" in 2016. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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