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INVU

INVU

Artist: Taeyeon•Album: INVU - The 3rd Album
🇰🇷 Korean · 🇺🇸 English29% KR📅 2022K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“INVU” (INVU) is performed by Taeyeon, released on the album INVU - The 3rd Album 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

Verse 1

Falling in love, 너에겐 난 option

Falling in love, neo-e-gen nan option

시작부터 다른 너와 나

si-jak-bu-teo da-reun neo-wa na

깨지는 heart, 빗나간 네 mention

kkae-ji-neun heart, bis-na-gan ne mention

익숙하거든, yeah

ik-suk-ha-geo-deun, yeah

I think I lost my mind, but it's my kind of love

아끼지 않고 다 쏟아내고는 주저앉아

a-kki-ji an-go da ssot-a-nae-go-neun ju-jeo-an-a

문득 어느 순간 지친 내가 보여

mun-deuk eo-neu sun-gan ji-chin nae-ga bo-yeo

애쓰고 있지만

ae-sseu-go iss-ji-man

Chorus

So I can't love you, even though I do

밀어내 봐도 난 너를 못 이겨

mil-eo-nae bwa-do nan neo-reul mos i-gyeo

날 버리고 날 잃을수록

nal beo-ri-go nal il-eul-su-rok

넌 반짝이는 irony

neon ban-jjak-i-neun irony

So I-N-V-U

(Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)

I-N-V-U

(Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)

Verse 3

I-N-V-U

기대지 마, 기대하지도 마

gi-dae-ji ma, gi-dae-ha-ji-do ma

몇 번을 되뇌고 되놰도

myeot beon-eul doe-noe-go doe-nwae-do

그 손길 한 번에 무너지는 날 볼 때

geu son-gil han beon-e mu-neo-ji-neun nal bol ttae

네 기분은 어때? Oh, no, no

ne gi-bun-eun eo-ttae? Oh, no, no

I guess I lost my mind, yeah, it's my kind of love (love)

늘 처음인 것처럼 서툴러서 또 상처가 나

neul cheo-eum-in geos-cheo-reom seo-tul-reo-seo tto sang-cheo-ga na

무뎌지기 전에, 아물기도 전에

mu-dyeo-ji-gi jeon-e, a-mul-gi-do jeon-e

Verse 4

잔뜩 헤집어놔, yeah

jan-tteuk he-jip-eo-nwa, yeah

So I can't love you, even though I do

밀어내 봐도 난 너를 못 이겨

mil-eo-nae bwa-do nan neo-reul mos i-gyeo

날 버리고 날 잃을수록

nal beo-ri-go nal il-eul-su-rok

넌 반짝이는 irony

neon ban-jjak-i-neun irony

So I-N-V-U, you, yeah

(Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)

Yes, I-N-V-U, yeah, yeah, ooh-oh, hey

Verse 5

(Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)

I-N-V-U

식은 온기, 부서진 맘이

sik-eun on-gi, bu-seo-jin mam-i

자꾸 날 할퀴어, 아파도 못 멈춰

ja-kku nal hal-kwi-eo, a-pa-do mos meom-chwo

So when you leave, please, make it easy

'Cause I-N-V-U, ooh-ah

Ooh-ah (I-N-V-U)

Ooh-ah, yeah

Verse 6

I-N-V-U

(Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)

I-N-V-U (ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh)

(Ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh, ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh)

I-N-V-U

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “INVU” by Taeyeon.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"INVU" (INVU) by Taeyeon 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 "INVU" 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, "INVU" highlights Taeyeon'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 “INVU”?

"INVU" (INVU) by Taeyeon is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, an...

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “INVU”.

Performer (아티스트)Taeyeon
Album (앨범)INVU - The 3rd Album
Release Year (발매연도)
Songwriting & ProductionOfficial creative contributors licensed under Taeyeon and affiliated music publishing rights holders.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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What is the English translation and meaning of INVU by Taeyeon?

"INVU" is performed by Taeyeon. 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 INVU by Taeyeon?

"INVU" is performed by Taeyeon, released on the album "INVU - The 3rd Album" in 2022. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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