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DARLING

DARLING

Artist: TAEYANGAlbum: WHITE NIGHT
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English68% KR📅 2017K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

DARLING (DARLING) is performed by TAEYANG, released on the album WHITE NIGHT in 2017.

💡 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

끝까지 넌 못됐어

kkeut-kka-ji neon mos-dwaess-eo

등돌린 마지막 한마디도

deung-dol-rin ma-ji-mak han-ma-di-do

모질고

mo-jil-go

독하게

dok-ha-ge

Goodbye

화가 나서 난 또 이성을 잃어

hwa-ga na-seo nan tto i-seong-eul il-eo

그래 때려 쳐 오늘로 끝이라고

geu-rae ttae-ryeo chyeo o-neul-ro kkeut-i-ra-go

Yeah

I don't know

할 만큼 했어 난

hal man-keum haess-eo nan

너 때문에

neo ttae-mun-e

내 모든 게

nae mo-deun ge

무너지지만

mu-neo-ji-ji-man

Darling you

내 두려움 속 희망은 너

nae du-ryeo-um sok hui-mang-eun neo

Darling you

기나긴 여정의 끝에

gi-na-gin yeo-jeong-ui kkeut-e

영원한 건 없다고

yeong-won-han geon eop-da-go

온 세상이 말해도

on se-sang-i mal-hae-do

Darling

Darling

You

내겐 너뿐이야

nae-gen neo-ppun-i-ya

언제까지 넌 툭하면 울거니

eon-je-kka-ji neon tuk-ha-myeon ul-geo-ni

그만 제발 제발

geu-man je-bal je-bal

차라리 널 울리지 않는 그런 사람 만나

cha-ra-ri neol ul-ri-ji an-neun geu-reon sa-ram man-na

함부로 막말하는

ham-bu-ro mak-mal-ha-neun

내가 싫어져 날

nae-ga sil-eo-jyeo nal

이렇게 만드는 네가 더 미워져

i-reot-ge man-deu-neun ne-ga deo mi-wo-jyeo

Yeah

언제까지 우린 아파야 하니

eon-je-kka-ji u-rin a-pa-ya ha-ni

한순간에

han-sun-gan-e

네 모든 게

ne mo-deun ge

부서지지만

bu-seo-ji-ji-man

Darling you

내 두려움 속 희망은 너

nae du-ryeo-um sok hui-mang-eun neo

Darling you

기나긴 여정의 끝에

gi-na-gin yeo-jeong-ui kkeut-e

영원한 건 없다고

yeong-won-han geon eop-da-go

온 세상이 말해도

on se-sang-i mal-hae-do

Darling

Darling

You

내겐 너뿐이야

nae-gen neo-ppun-i-ya

너라는 독한 술에 취해

neo-ra-neun dok-han sul-e chwi-hae

오늘도 난 비틀대지만

o-neul-do nan bi-teul-dae-ji-man

너라는 미로 속을 헤매지만

neo-ra-neun mi-ro sok-eul he-mae-ji-man

Darling you

너라는 벽에 나 부딪혀

neo-ra-neun byeok-e na bu-dit-hyeo

이렇게 또 주저앉지만

i-reot-ge tto ju-jeo-an-ji-man

너라면 난 행복해

neo-ra-myeon nan haeng-bok-hae

Darling you

내 두려움 속 희망은 너

nae du-ryeo-um sok hui-mang-eun neo

Darling you

기나긴 여정의 끝에

gi-na-gin yeo-jeong-ui kkeut-e

영원한 건 없다고

yeong-won-han geon eop-da-go

온 세상이 말해도

on se-sang-i mal-hae-do

Darling

Darling

You

내겐 너뿐이야

nae-gen neo-ppun-i-ya

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind DARLING by TAEYANG.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"DARLING" (DARLING) 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 "DARLING" 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, "DARLING" 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 “DARLING”?

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

Q: How can I practice singing “DARLING” with proper Korean pronunciation?

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for DARLING.

Performer (아티스트)TAEYANG
Album (앨범)WHITE NIGHT
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under TAEYANG and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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What is the English translation and meaning of DARLING by TAEYANG?

"DARLING" 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.

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Who wrote and produced DARLING by TAEYANG?

"DARLING" is performed by TAEYANG, released on the album "WHITE NIGHT" in 2017. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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