1AM album artwork

1AM

1AM

Artist: TAEYANG•Album: Rise
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English87% KR📅 2014K-PopR&B/Soul

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“1AM” (1AM) is performed by TAEYANG, released on the album Rise in 2014.

💡 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

하나 둘씩 잊어가

ha-na dul-ssik it-eo-ga

네 기억들을 묻어놔

ne gi-eok-deul-eul mut-eo-nwa

그저 흔한 꿈이었던 것처럼

geu-jeo heun-han kkum-i-eoss-deon geos-cheo-reom

it's all right

또 어색하게 웃어봐

tto eo-saek-ha-ge us-eo-bwa

진한 네 향기가 날 스쳐갈 때마다

jin-han ne hyang-gi-ga nal seu-chyeo-gal ttae-ma-da

나는 죽어가

na-neun juk-eo-ga

Kills me inside

Chorus

생각하지마 그리워하지마

saeng-gak-ha-ji-ma geu-ri-wo-ha-ji-ma

오늘 하루 어떻게 널 지워볼까

o-neul ha-ru eo-tteot-ge neol ji-wo-bol-kka

So I jump in my car go for a ride

미친 듯이 소리질러

mi-chin deus-i so-ri-jil-reo

Hands in the air

이젠 끝이라고 괜찮다고

i-jen kkeut-i-ra-go gwaen-chan-da-go

친구들은 웃으면서 날 위로해

chin-gu-deul-eun us-eu-myeon-seo nal wi-ro-hae

하지만 지금 내 곁에

ha-ji-man ji-geum nae gyeot-e

Verse 3

네가 있었으면 해

ne-ga iss-eoss-eu-myeon hae

정신없이 수다 떨다

jeong-sin-eop-i su-da tteol-da

음악 속에 그저 취한다

eum-ak sok-e geu-jeo chwi-han-da

밤의 끝을 잡고 춤을 추다

bam-ui kkeut-eul jap-go chum-eul chu-da

네가 생각나면 새벽 한시야

ne-ga saeng-gak-na-myeon sae-byeok han-si-ya

너를 잊은 듯 마냥 웃다

neo-reul it-eun deus ma-nyang us-da

낯선 얼굴들과 밤을 새운다

nat-seon eol-gul-deul-gwa bam-eul sae-un-da

밤의 끝을 잡고 춤을 추다

bam-ui kkeut-eul jap-go chum-eul chu-da

Verse 4

네가 생각나면 새벽 한시야

ne-ga saeng-gak-na-myeon sae-byeok han-si-ya

너무나도 차갑게

neo-mu-na-do cha-gap-ge

아무렇지도 않게

a-mu-reot-ji-do an-ge

날 떠나보냈던

nal tteo-na-bo-naess-deon

예쁜 두 눈을 기억해

ye-ppeun du nun-eul gi-eok-hae

하지만 이제 덤덤해

ha-ji-man i-je deom-deom-hae

그저 네가 편히

geu-jeo ne-ga pyeon-hi

행복할 수만 있다면

haeng-bok-hal su-man iss-da-myeon

Verse 5

그걸로 난 It's okay

geu-geol-ro nan It's okay

거짓말이야 진심이야

geo-jis-mal-i-ya jin-sim-i-ya

하루에도 수백번씩 헷갈리다

ha-ru-e-do su-baek-beon-ssik hes-gal-ri-da

새로운 누군가 만나볼까

sae-ro-un nu-gun-ga man-na-bol-kka

미친 듯이 이리저리 찾아 헤매

mi-chin deus-i i-ri-jeo-ri chat-a he-mae

이제 끝이라고 괜찮다고

i-je kkeut-i-ra-go gwaen-chan-da-go

아무렇지 않게 난 네 얘기를 해

a-mu-reot-ji an-ge nan ne yae-gi-reul hae

하지만 지금 내 곁에

ha-ji-man ji-geum nae gyeot-e

Verse 6

네가 있었으면 해

ne-ga iss-eoss-eu-myeon hae

정신없이 수다 떨다

jeong-sin-eop-i su-da tteol-da

음악 속에 그저 취한다

eum-ak sok-e geu-jeo chwi-han-da

밤의 끝을 잡고 춤을 추다

bam-ui kkeut-eul jap-go chum-eul chu-da

네가 생각나면 새벽 한시야

ne-ga saeng-gak-na-myeon sae-byeok han-si-ya

너를 잊은 듯 마냥 웃다

neo-reul it-eun deus ma-nyang us-da

낯선 얼굴들과 밤을 새운다

nat-seon eol-gul-deul-gwa bam-eul sae-un-da

밤의 끝을 잡고 춤을 추다

bam-ui kkeut-eul jap-go chum-eul chu-da

Verse 7

네가 생각나면 새벽 한시야

ne-ga saeng-gak-na-myeon sae-byeok han-si-ya

니 모습이 떠올라 가슴이 아파

ni mo-seup-i tteo-ol-ra ga-seum-i a-pa

이 새벽 한시에

i sae-byeok han-si-e

니 생각을 멈출 수 가 없어

ni saeng-gak-eul meom-chul su ga eop-eo

Can't stop

니 모습이 떠올라 가슴이 아파

ni mo-seup-i tteo-ol-ra ga-seum-i a-pa

니 생각을 멈출 수 가 없어

ni saeng-gak-eul meom-chul su ga eop-eo

Can't stop

Verse 8

정신없이 수다 떨다

jeong-sin-eop-i su-da tteol-da

음악 속에 그저 취한다

eum-ak sok-e geu-jeo chwi-han-da

밤의 끝을 잡고 춤을 추다

bam-ui kkeut-eul jap-go chum-eul chu-da

네가 생각나면 새벽 한시야

ne-ga saeng-gak-na-myeon sae-byeok han-si-ya

너를 잊은 듯 마냥 웃다

neo-reul it-eun deus ma-nyang us-da

낯선 얼굴들과 밤을 새운다

nat-seon eol-gul-deul-gwa bam-eul sae-un-da

밤의 끝을 잡고 춤을 추다

bam-ui kkeut-eul jap-go chum-eul chu-da

네가 생각나면 새벽 한시야

ne-ga saeng-gak-na-myeon sae-byeok han-si-ya

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “1AM” by TAEYANG.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"1AM" (1AM) by TAEYANG 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 "1AM" 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, "1AM" highlights TAEYANG'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 “1AM”?

"1AM" (1AM) by TAEYANG 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 “1AM” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “1AM”.

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

Common questions about 1AM, pronunciation practice, and production history.

What is the English translation and meaning of 1AM by TAEYANG?

"1AM" is performed by TAEYANG. 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 1AM with Romanized lyrics?

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Who wrote and produced 1AM by TAEYANG?

"1AM" is performed by TAEYANG, released on the album "Rise" in 2014. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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