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Childhood

Childhood

Artist: SunmiAlbum: Heart Burn - Single
🇰🇷 Korean📅 2022K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

Childhood (Childhood) is performed by Sunmi, released on the album Heart Burn - Single in 2022.

💡 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

두려울 게 없던 그 여름

du-ryeo-ul ge eop-deon geu yeo-reum

이맘때쯤이었나?

i-mam-ttae-jjeum-i-eoss-na?

어색해 눈도 못 마주치던 나를

eo-saek-hae nun-do mos ma-ju-chi-deon na-reul

쓰다듬던 게 늘 기억에 남아

sseu-da-deum-deon ge neul gi-eok-e nam-a

만약에 말이야 널 지금 만났다면

man-yak-e mal-i-ya neol ji-geum man-nass-da-myeon

우린 덜 불안했을까? 사랑할 수 있었을까?

u-rin deol bul-an-haess-eul-kka? sa-rang-hal su iss-eoss-eul-kka?

아무것도 몰라, 서툴러 울기만 했지만

a-mu-geos-do mol-ra, seo-tul-reo ul-gi-man haess-ji-man

난 덜 아파했을까? 사랑할 수 있었을까?

nan deol a-pa-haess-eul-kka? sa-rang-hal su iss-eoss-eul-kka?

어디쯤 왔을까 너와 나?

eo-di-jjeum wass-eul-kka neo-wa na?

그냥 가끔 궁금해

geu-nyang ga-kkeum gung-geum-hae

조급해하며 달려온 이 시간들 뒤에

jo-geup-hae-ha-myeo dal-ryeo-on i si-gan-deul dwi-e

조금씩 생긴 이 여유들이 있었다면 우린 어땠을까?

jo-geum-ssik saeng-gin i yeo-yu-deul-i iss-eoss-da-myeon u-rin eo-ttaess-eul-kka?

만약에 말이야 널 지금 만났다면

man-yak-e mal-i-ya neol ji-geum man-nass-da-myeon

우린 덜 불안했을까? 사랑할 수 있었을까?

u-rin deol bul-an-haess-eul-kka? sa-rang-hal su iss-eoss-eul-kka?

아무것도 몰라, 서툴러 울기만 했지만

a-mu-geos-do mol-ra, seo-tul-reo ul-gi-man haess-ji-man

난 덜 아파했을까? 사랑할 수 있었을까?

nan deol a-pa-haess-eul-kka? sa-rang-hal su iss-eoss-eul-kka?

시간이 한참 지나고 이제 막 어른이 된 걸 알게 될 쯤에

si-gan-i han-cham ji-na-go i-je mak eo-reun-i doen geol al-ge doel jjeum-e

이젠 웃으면서 말할 수 있을 것 같아 좋아했다고

i-jen us-eu-myeon-seo mal-hal su iss-eul geos gat-a jot-a-haess-da-go

만약에 말이야 널 지금 만났다면

man-yak-e mal-i-ya neol ji-geum man-nass-da-myeon

우린 덜 불안했을까? 사랑할 수 있었을까?

u-rin deol bul-an-haess-eul-kka? sa-rang-hal su iss-eoss-eul-kka?

아무것도 몰라, 서툴러 울기만 했지만

a-mu-geos-do mol-ra, seo-tul-reo ul-gi-man haess-ji-man

난 덜 아파했을까? 사랑할 수 있었을까?

nan deol a-pa-haess-eul-kka? sa-rang-hal su iss-eoss-eul-kka?

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind Childhood by Sunmi.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"Childhood" (Childhood) by Sunmi 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 "Childhood" 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, "Childhood" highlights Sunmi'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 “Childhood”?

"Childhood" (Childhood) by Sunmi is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerabi...

Q: How can I practice singing “Childhood” 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 Childhood.

Performer (아티스트)Sunmi
Album (앨범)Heart Burn - Single
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Sunmi and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

What is the English translation and meaning of Childhood by Sunmi?

"Childhood" is performed by Sunmi. 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 Childhood with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced Childhood by Sunmi?

"Childhood" is performed by Sunmi, released on the album "Heart Burn - Single" in 2022. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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