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“Eleven” by IVE is a vibrant K-pop dance-pop track (from the album ELEVEN, released on 2021‑12‑01) that explores the transformation of emotions and the colorful experience of falling in love.
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따분한 나의 눈빛이
Ttabunhan naui nunbichi
My boring gaze
The song starts with a description of the speaker's emotional state, using the metaphor of eyes to express feelings.
무표정했던 얼굴이
Mupyojeonghaetdeon eolguri
My expressionless face
Continues the theme of emotional expression through facial features.
널 보며 빛나고 있어
Neol bomyeo binnago isseo
Is shining as I look at you
Shows the transformation from expressionless to radiant when looking at the person they love.
널 담은 눈동자는 Odd
Neol dameun nundongjaneun Odd
The pupils containing you are Odd
Uses the English word 'Odd' to emphasize the unusual feeling of love.
내 안에 빼곡하게 피어나는 Blue
Nae ane ppaegokhage pieonaneun Blue
The Blue blooming densely inside me
Uses color symbolism (Blue) to represent emotions, a common theme in K-pop lyrics.
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Artist Spotlight
Debuted: 2021
IVE is a South Korean girl group known for their confident and elegant concept. They quickly rose to fame with their debut single "Eleven" and have maintained their popularity with hit songs like "Love Dive" and "After LIKE".
- Members: Yujin, Gaeul, Rei, Wonyoung, Liz, Leeseo
- Fandom: DIVE
- Known for: Elegant and confident concept
Cultural Notes
Korean Phrase Corner
일레븐 is the Korean pronunciation of the English word "eleven."
Example from the song: You make me feel like eleven