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May

May

Artist: Zion.T•Album: May - Single
🇰🇷 Korean97% KR📅 2019K-Pop

Track Information & Sing-Along Guide

“May” (May) is performed by Zion.T, released on the album May - Single in 2019.

💡 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

5월의 밤 기억해요

5-wol-ui bam gi-eok-hae-yo

우리 처음 만난 밤, 그 자리

u-ri cheo-eum man-nan bam, geu ja-ri

안녕하세요 처음 봬요

an-nyeong-ha-se-yo cheo-eum bwae-yo

그러니까, 반갑네요

geu-reo-ni-kka, ban-gap-ne-yo

우린 잘 웃지도 않았어

u-rin jal us-ji-do an-ass-eo

딱히 할 말도 없었어

ttak-hi hal mal-do eop-eoss-eo

그때부터였어

geu-ttae-bu-teo-yeoss-eo

사랑한다 그 말은

sa-rang-han-da geu mal-eun

Chorus

아름답다 그 말은

a-reum-dap-da geu mal-eun

쉽게 꺼낼 수 없죠

swip-ge kkeo-nael su eop-jyo

나 알고 있죠

na al-go iss-jyo

그래서 어려웠죠, bba bba bba bba Mm

geu-rae-seo eo-ryeo-woss-jyo, bba bba bba bba Mm

사랑은 쉽게 찾아오지 않아요

sa-rang-eun swip-ge chat-a-o-ji an-a-yo

그렇게 쉽게 얘기하면 안 돼요

geu-reot-ge swip-ge yae-gi-ha-myeon an dwae-yo

그대 날 떠나가려 하는 순간에

geu-dae nal tteo-na-ga-ryeo ha-neun sun-gan-e

난 붙잡지 않아요 단지 이렇게 말해요

nan but-jap-ji an-a-yo dan-ji i-reot-ge mal-hae-yo

Verse 3

좀 더 다퉜더라면

jom deo da-twoss-deo-ra-myeon

부딪혔다면

bu-dit-hyeoss-da-myeon

우린 아직 설렐까요

u-rin a-jik seol-rel-kka-yo

괜한 말을 해

gwaen-han mal-eul hae

진작 느꼈어야 했어

jin-jak neu-kkyeoss-eo-ya haess-eo

그대 세 번째 손가락

geu-dae se beon-jjae son-ga-rak

위로 옮겨진 반지를 보고

wi-ro ol-gyeo-jin ban-ji-reul bo-go

변하지 않기로 그렇게 서로 바랐으면서

byeon-ha-ji an-gi-ro geu-reot-ge seo-ro ba-rass-eu-myeon-seo

Verse 4

변하지 않아서 이렇게 지루해져 버렸죠

byeon-ha-ji an-a-seo i-reot-ge ji-ru-hae-jyeo beo-ryeoss-jyo

어떻게 했더라도

eo-tteot-ge haess-deo-ra-do

우린 지금일까요

u-rin ji-geum-il-kka-yo

모든 게 말장난 같아요

mo-deun ge mal-jang-nan gat-a-yo

사랑은 쉽게 찾아오지 않아요

sa-rang-eun swip-ge chat-a-o-ji an-a-yo

그렇게 쉽게 얘기하면 안 돼요

geu-reot-ge swip-ge yae-gi-ha-myeon an dwae-yo

그대 날 떠나가려 하는 순간에

geu-dae nal tteo-na-ga-ryeo ha-neun sun-gan-e

난 붙잡지 않아요 단지 이렇게 말해요

nan but-jap-ji an-a-yo dan-ji i-reot-ge mal-hae-yo

Verse 5

이렇게 말해요

i-reot-ge mal-hae-yo

진심이 아니었다고 말해요

jin-sim-i a-ni-eoss-da-go mal-hae-yo

그게 제일 어렵겠지만

geu-ge je-il eo-ryeop-gess-ji-man

나도 잘 안다고

na-do jal an-da-go

누가 나만큼 알까요

nu-ga na-man-keum al-kka-yo

지난 일처럼 말하지 마요

ji-nan il-cheo-reom mal-ha-ji ma-yo

(사랑은 쉽게 찾아오지 않아요)

(sa-rang-eun swip-ge chat-a-o-ji an-a-yo)

(그렇게 쉽게 얘기하면 안 돼요) 알잖아요

(geu-reot-ge swip-ge yae-gi-ha-myeon an dwae-yo) al-jan-a-yo

Verse 6

(그대 날 떠나가려 하는 순간에)

(geu-dae nal tteo-na-ga-ryeo ha-neun sun-gan-e)

(난 붙잡지 않아요) 단지 이렇게 말해요

(nan but-jap-ji an-a-yo) dan-ji i-reot-ge mal-hae-yo

💡 Song Meaning & Cultural Context

Explore the narrative depth, Korean idioms, and cultural symbolism behind “May” by Zion.T.

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1. Narrative Arc & Emotional Core

"May" (May) by Zion.T 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 "May" 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, "May" highlights Zion.T'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 “May”?

"May" (May) by Zion.T is a standout track blending emotive storytelling with compelling musicality. The lyrics explore intimate themes of connection, emotional vulnerability, and p...

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

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🎼 Production & Songwriting Credits

Verified production lineage and creative contributors for “May”.

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

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

What is the English translation and meaning of May by Zion.T?

"May" is performed by Zion.T. 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 May with Romanized lyrics?

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

Who wrote and produced May by Zion.T?

"May" is performed by Zion.T, released on the album "May - Single" in 2019. Official production and songwriting credits are registered with KOMCA and affiliated music publishing rights holders.

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