2008: Debut
IU debuted on a Korean music program called M! Countdown in September 18, 2008. On September 23, 2008, she released her first mini-album, Lost and Found, in which the most famous song was the title track, "Missing Child." However, the album was not commercially successful. It wasn't until her follow-up album that she succeeded in breaking into the mainstream.
2009
On April 16, 2009, IU launched her first full album, titled Growing Up, with the lead promotional number "Boo." Within three weeks, "Boo" went up to the #1 contenders for SBS Inkigayo, and her name also went up twice on Take 7 together with other notable artists like SG Wannabe and Younha. The song also did well on KBS Music Bank K-Chart, on Mnet M!Countdown chart, and on various online music charts.
In 2009, IU sang the ending title song, "Araro", for the acclaimed MBC drama Queen Seon Duk, where she was recommended by the director, Sam Kim, citing her "clear tone and her lyrical sensibility." She was also featured on Mighty Mouth's album Love Class in the song "희망사항." In late 2009, IU recorded MC Mong's song "Love Letter For You (Neoyege Sseuneun Pyeonji)," featuring SHINee's Key as a rapper in the song.
2010
IU recorded the song "잔소리" (Nagging / Scolded) with 2AM's Seulong for the TV show We Got Married. On June 27, 2010, IU won her first award since her debut on SBS Inkigayo for "Nagging." On July 2, 2010, she won another award for that song on KBS Music Bank K-Chart. Soon after, IU was chosen to sing the main OST song for the MBC drama Road No.1 titled "여자라서" (Because I'm A Woman). IU's other collaborations include duets with Yoo Seung Ho ("사랑을 믿어요" (Believe in Love)), Sung Shi Kyung ("그대네요" (It's You)), and Big Bang's Seungri ("I Know").
IU worked with some of South Korea's most famous musicians and producers for her third mini-album, REAL, released in December 2010. Lee Min Soo and Kim Eana, the creators of IU's previous hit "Nagging", helped produce her award-winning song "좋은 날" ("Good Day"). IU received three SBS Inkigayo Mutizen awards for her performances of the song (on December 18 and December 26, 2010, and January 2, 2011), three awards from KBS Music Bank K-Chart (on December 24 and December 31, 2010, and January 7, 2011), and one award from Mnet M!Countdown on December 23, 2010.
2011
IU often covers other pop artists' songs with her guitar and features her friend Thunder from MBLAQ, most notably renditions of SHINee's "Juliette," Big Bang's "Lies," Super Junior's "Sorry, Sorry" and Girls' Generation's "Gee."
Soribada, an online music service, combined the music downloads and streams from January 1 to March 30, 2011, to name IU's song, "Good Day" as the number one song of the first quarter. Her song "Someday" from the KBS Drama Dream High OST and her ballad "The Story Only I Didn't Know" placed 4th and 7th place, respectively – showing that IU got 3 of the top 10 digital spots for the first quarter. Her first original composition, "Dreaming" was used in the drama "Dream High", but not released officially.
On June 18, 2011, IU held her first official fanmeeting and mini-concert at AX-Korea. It also marked the 1004th day since she debuted.
IU also sang a self-composed OST called "Hold my Hand" for drama series The Greatest Love.
On November 29, 2011, IU's second full length album Last Fantasy was released and achieved an ‘all-kill’ as all 13 songs immediately swept most of all the charts. The track list was revealed on November 22, 2011.
2012
On January 24, 2012, IU held a live showcase at Tokyo's Bunkamura Orchard Hall. On March 1st, 2012, she released a promotional video for the Japanese version of "Good Day", the title track of her Japanese single album. The album, which includes DVD footage from the showcase, was later released on March 21, 2012.
In early April, 2012, it was announced that IU will be holding her first solo tour, "Real Fantasy", starting in June. The tour features performances in six different cities across South Korea, including Seoul and Busan.
IU released the single album, "Spring of a Twenty Year Old" ("스무 살의 봄"), on May 11th, 2012.[16] The album contains three songs, one of which is self-composed by IU. This song, entitled "Peach" ("복숭아"), was digitally released before the album, on May 4th, 2012. A 26-minute-long documentary-style music video film was released alongside the album, featuring several interviews with IU that showcase her personal thoughts and experiences. This film contains footage of IU as she visits Venice, Italy.
2021
On January 11, 2021 IU, and her agency EDAM Entertainment, officially announced that they will be releasing a single from her upcoming album on January 27, 2021.
On January 27, 2021 at 18:00 KST (UTC+9) EDAM Entertainment globally released IU's comeback single entitled "Celebrity". The track was released in major online streaming platforms in South Korea and worldwide and achieved multiple All-Kills in Korean charts every hour.
Feel So Good
IU Lyrics
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햇살에 눈 비비고 일어나고
일어나 남은 잠을 깨워보는 shower time yeah
누군가 청소를 한 깨끗해진 거리
거리에 울리는 내 걸음소리
Feel so good (feel so good)
Feel so good (feel so good)
얼굴은 웃음으로 가득 채워 그리고
마음은 사랑으로 가득 채워 그래서
걱정은 마음속에 담지 말고
그래도 그래도 가끔
눈물이 흐를 때는 울어 버려 그리고
또다시 아플 때는 웃어 버려 그래서 (그래서)
언제나 행복한 나
하루에 열 두번은 지어보는 미소
미소에 모두 나를 반겨주고
반기는 사람들과 인사하는 every time, ooh
어둔밤 골목길을 지켜주는 달빛
달빛에 춤을 추는 강아지도
Feel so good (feel so good)
Feel so good (feel so good)
All my life oh oh yeah yeah
얼굴은 웃음으로 가득 채워 그리고
마음은 사랑으로 가득 채워 그래서
걱정은 마음속에 담지 말고
그래도 그래도 가끔
눈물이 흐를 때는 울어 버려 그리고
또다시 아플 때는 웃어 버려 그래서 (그래서)
언제나 행복한 나
한 걸음 두 걸음 천천히 뛰지 말고
자꾸 자꾸 서두르지 말고
하루 하루 거르지 않고
사랑해 소릴 키우고
그때 그때 오해 다 지우고
서로 서로 아껴준다면
모두 다 기쁜 기분
Uh feel so good oh oh yeah
얼굴은 웃음으로 가득 채워 그리고
마음은 사랑으로 가득 채워 그래서
걱정은 마음속에 담지 말고
그래도 그래도 가끔
눈물이 흐를 때는 울어 버려 그리고
또다시 아플 때는 웃어 버려 그래서 (그래서)
언제나 행복한 나 wow wow no
웃어 봐 (웃어 봐) 웃어 봐 기분이 좋아
The song "Feel So Good" by IU is a song that aims to bring positivity and happiness to the listener, no matter the situation. The song starts by describing the beautiful morning sun that brings hope and energy to start the day. The lyrics suggest to wake up and take a shower, feeling refreshed and ready to face the day. The second verse mentions the importance of filling the heart with love and joy, and not to worry about things that cannot be controlled. The chorus repeats that the singer feels so good and how she feels happy all her life.
The bridge of the song encourages the listener to not rush through life, taking one step at a time, expressing love and understanding to others, and not holding on to misunderstandings. The song’s message is clear: to not let negative emotions control your life, instead of focusing on the good, and to spread positivity wherever you go. It is an uplifting song that encourages the listener to focus on happiness and the brighter side of life.
Overall, the lyrics of "Feel So Good" convey the importance of finding happiness and positivity in every aspect of life, from the new morning sun to the small moments with loved ones.
Line by Line Meaning
아침에 눈을 뜨면 다가오는 햇살
As I open my eyes in the morning, I am greeted by the sunlight shining into my face.
햇살에 눈 비비고 일어나고
I blink my eyes against the bright sun and get up.
일어나 남은 잠을 깨워보는 shower time yeah
I wake myself fully by taking a shower and starting my day.
누군가 청소를 한 깨끗해진 거리
I walk on a street that has been freshly cleaned by someone.
거리에 울리는 내 걸음소리
I hear my footsteps echoing on the street.
Feel so good (feel so good)
I feel really good and happy.
All my life oh oh yeah yeah
This feeling has been with me throughout my life.
얼굴은 웃음으로 가득 채워 그리고
My face is filled with a smile.
마음은 사랑으로 가득 채워 그래서
My heart is filled with love, and so
걱정은 마음속에 담지 말고
I try not to worry but instead
그래도 그래도 가끔
Even though it's hard to avoid sometimes,
눈물이 흐를 때는 울어 버려 그리고
When tears start to fall, I let them out and cry,
또다시 아플 때는 웃어 버려 그래서 (그래서)
And when I'm hurt again, I smile instead. Yes, that's right,
언제나 행복한 나
I am always a happy person.
하루에 열 두번은 지어보는 미소
I smile at least twelve times every day.
미소에 모두 나를 반겨주고
People greet me when they see me smiling.
반기는 사람들과 인사하는 every time, ooh
I greet people with a smile every time I see them.
어둔밤 골목길을 지켜주는 달빛
At night, the moonlight guides me through the dark alleys.
달빛에 춤을 추는 강아지도
Even dogs dance in the moonlight.
한 걸음 두 걸음 천천히 뛰지 말고
I don't move too quickly, but take one step at a time.
자꾸 자꾸 서두르지 말고
I don't rush myself constantly and instead take my time.
하루 하루 거르지 않고
I don't skip any days, and
사랑해 소릴 키우고
I express love and let it grow,
그때 그때 오해 다 지우고
clearing up any misunderstandings as they arise.
서로 서로 아껴준다면
If we cherish each other,
모두 다 기쁜 기분
Then we can all be happy and feel good.
Uh feel so good oh oh yeah
And it'll feel really good, yeah.
웃어 봐 (웃어 봐) 웃어 봐 기분이 좋아
Just smile, smile! It'll make you feel good.
얼굴은 웃음으로 가득 채워 그리고
My face is filled with a smile.
마음은 사랑으로 가득 채워 그래서
My heart is filled with love, and so
걱정은 마음속에 담지 말고
I try not to worry but instead
그래도 그래도 가끔
Even though it's hard to avoid sometimes,
눈물이 흐를 때는 울어 버려 그리고
When tears start to fall, I let them out and cry,
또다시 아플 때는 웃어 버려 그래서 (그래서)
And when I'm hurt again, I smile instead. Yes, that's right,
언제나 행복한 나 wow wow no
I am always a happy person. Wow, wow, no way!
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: Kab Won Choi, Su Jong Park, Young Hwan Kim
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