Track Information & Sing-Along Guide
“What Do I Call You” (What Do I Call You) is performed by Taeyeon, released on the album What Do I Call You - The 4th Mini Album - EP in 2020.
💡 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
Hello 넌 stranger
Hello neon stranger
남은 건 별로 없어
nam-eun geon byeol-ro eop-eo
Memories, memories, memories
안녕이라 했는데
an-nyeong-i-ra haess-neun-de
왜 넌 내 옆에 있어
wae neon nae yeop-e iss-eo
그대로 그대로 그대로
geu-dae-ro geu-dae-ro geu-dae-ro
어색했던 공기에
eo-saek-haess-deon gong-gi-e
웃음이 났어 왜
us-eum-i nass-eo wae
너무 가까웠던
neo-mu ga-kka-woss-deon
내 것이었던 my honey
nae geos-i-eoss-deon my honey
My daisy
What do I call you
남이잖아
nam-i-jan-a
별일 없던 척 말을 거나
byeol-il eop-deon cheok mal-eul geo-na
그렇게 꼭 껴안았는데
geu-reot-ge kkok kkyeo-an-ass-neun-de
Umm so what do I call you now (ah ah ah)
What do I call you
이럴 때엔 이름이 역시 무난할까
i-reol ttae-en i-reum-i yeok-si mu-nan-hal-kka
내 연인이었던 my honey, my daisy
nae yeon-in-i-eoss-deon my honey, my daisy
My only
So what do I call you now
복잡한 밤이야
bok-jap-han bam-i-ya
기대 반 장난 너를 불러내 불러내 불러내
gi-dae ban jang-nan neo-reul bul-reo-nae bul-reo-nae bul-reo-nae
날 데리러 온 네게 기대
nal de-ri-reo on ne-ge gi-dae
생각해 궁금해
saeng-gak-hae gung-geum-hae
적당한 거리란 건 뭘까
jeok-dang-han geo-ri-ran geon mwol-kka
'Cause this isn't natural
널 매일 보는 걸
neol mae-il bo-neun geol
이젠 아는 사람
i-jen a-neun sa-ram
내 것이었던 my honey
nae geos-i-eoss-deon my honey
My daisy
What do I call you
남이잖아
nam-i-jan-a
별일 없던 척 말을 거나
byeol-il eop-deon cheok mal-eul geo-na
그렇게 꼭 껴안았는데
geu-reot-ge kkok kkyeo-an-ass-neun-de
Umm, so what do I call you now (ah ah ah)
What do I call you
이럴 때엔 이름이 역시 무난할까
i-reol ttae-en i-reum-i yeok-si mu-nan-hal-kka
내 연인이었던 my honey, my daisy
nae yeon-in-i-eoss-deon my honey, my daisy
My only
So what do I call you now
Umm 모든 게 달라졌는데
Umm mo-deun ge dal-ra-jyeoss-neun-de
편하진 않은데
pyeon-ha-jin an-eun-de
넌 내 옆에 있고
neon nae yeop-e iss-go
이제는 널 뭐라 부를까 oh no
i-je-neun neol mwo-ra bu-reul-kka oh no
My baby, my honey
My daisy, my only
Da da da da da da da da (ooh ooh ooh)
Da da da da da da da da
Da da da da da da da da
So what do I call you now (now)
Da da da da da da da da
Da da da da da da da da
Da da da da da da da da
So what do I call you now
What do I call you
남이잖아
nam-i-jan-a
이름이 역시 무난할까
i-reum-i yeok-si mu-nan-hal-kka
그렇게 꼭 껴안았는데 (껴안았는데)
geu-reot-ge kkok kkyeo-an-ass-neun-de (kkyeo-an-ass-neun-de)
So what do I call you now
💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context
Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “What Do I Call You” by Taeyeon.
1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core
"What Do I Call You" (What Do I Call You) 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.
3. Songwriting Context & Production
Crafted with refined arrangement techniques, "What Do I Call You" highlights Taeyeon's dynamic vocal range across textured instrumentation and modern beat drops.
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits
Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “What Do I Call You”.
| Performer (아티스트) | Taeyeon |
|---|---|
| Album (앨범) | What Do I Call You - The 4th Mini Album - EP |
| Release Year (발매연도) | 2020 |
| Songwriting & Production | Official creative contributors licensed under Taeyeon and affiliated music publishing rights holders. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about What Do I Call You, pronunciation practice, and production history.
What is the English translation and meaning of What Do I Call You by Taeyeon?
"What Do I Call You" 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.
Where can I practice singing What Do I Call You with Romanized lyrics?
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Who wrote and produced What Do I Call You by Taeyeon?
"What Do I Call You" is performed by Taeyeon, released on the album "What Do I Call You - The 4th Mini Album - EP" in 2020. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.