SUPER JUNIOR – Why I Like You(니가 좋은 이유) Lyrics | Romanization & Meaning

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Why I Like You

SUPER JUNIOR (슈퍼주니어)

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Album

Sorry, Sorry (The 3rd Album)

Release Date

March 12, 2009

Genre

Dance-Pop / R&B

Label

SM Entertainment

Composers / Lyricists

Kim Jung-bae, Steven Lee, Jimmy Burney, Sean Alexander, Pascal Guyon

Participating Members

Leeteuk Heechul Han Geng Yesung Kangin Shindong Sungmin Eunhyuk Siwon Donghae Ryeowook Kibum Kyuhyun

About the Song

《Why I Like You》 offers a charming, playful confession in SUPER JUNIOR‘s signature sound, celebrating the countless small reasons that make someone impossible not to adore. Released in 2009 as part of their third full-length album Sorry, Sorry under SM Entertainment, the song shifts away from apology and intensity, instead embracing lighthearted joy, genuine affection, and the simple pleasure of appreciating someone completely. Rather than drama or complexity, 《Why I Like You》 radiates warmth and sincerity, positioning SUPER JUNIOR as artists capable of expressing the tender, everyday magic of falling for someone with charm, ease, and heartfelt honesty.

[FULL LYRICS – ROMANIZATION & ENGLISH ONLY]

English Translation

ti-bi-reul kyeo-myeon deul-li-neun se-sang yae-gi-deu-reun
eo-kkae-reul cheo-ji-ge u-ul-ha-ge hae-do
o-neul a-chim geu-dae a-ju mal-geun mok-so-ri-neun
i do i do i do yeah-

When I turn on the TV, the world’s stories might weigh me down, but your bright morning voice lifts me up, making everything feel alright.

nal wan-byeok-ha-ge, nae-ga sa-ra-ga-ge,
na-reul ut-ge ha-neun dan ha-na-ui i-yu yeah-
geu-dae-ga it-da-neun geot yeah-

You make me feel complete, give me a reason to live, and bring a smile to my face. The reason is simply because you exist.

geu-dae-ga geu-dae-ga nan geu-dae-ga
“sa-rang-hae sa-rang-hae neol sa-rang-hae”
ra-go mal-hal ttae na-reul mit-ge dwae
geu-dae-ga geu-dae-ga nan geu-dae-ga
ga-man-hi ga-man-hi nae nu-neul bo-myeo u-seul ttae
na-do ut-ge dwae ni-ga jo-eun i-yu

It’s you, it’s you, it’s always you. When you say “I love you, I love you, I love you,” I start to believe in myself. When you quietly look into my eyes and smile, I can’t help but smile too. You’re the reason I feel happy.

manh-go manh-eun sa-ram-deul na-reul mol-la-jwo-do
eo-kkae-reul jjwak pyeo-ge deo ja-sin-it-ge hae-jul
na-ui dan han sa-ram sa-rang-ha-neun nae sa-ram
my u my u my u yeah-

Even if many people don’t know me, you give me the confidence to stand tall. You’re my one and only, the person I love. It’s all about you.

cheo-eum-bo-da jom-deo, eo-je-bo-da jom-deo,
o-neu-reun deo geu-dae-reul deo sa-rang-ha-ge doen i-yu girl-
u-ri du-re bi-mil yeah-

More than yesterday, more than ever before, today I find myself loving you even more. It’s our little secret.

geu-dae-ga geu-dae-ga nan geu-dae-ga
“sa-rang-hae sa-rang-hae neol sa-rang-hae”
ra-go mal-hal ttae na-reul mit-ge dwae
geu-dae-ga geu-dae-ga nan geu-dae-ga
nae-yeo-pe nae-yeo-pe da-ga-wa nae-ge gi-dael ttae
hi-meul eot-ge dwae

It’s you, it’s you, it’s always you. When you say “I love you, I love you, I love you,” I start to believe in myself. When you come closer and wait by my side, I find the strength I need.

da-jeong-han mi-so, sek-si-han nun-bit, eong-ttung-han yae-gi nal-ssi ba-kkwi-deut
ttae-ron jim-jjak-do hal su eop-seo yeah-
in-neun geu-dae-ro kku-mi-ji anh-neun sa-rang-seu-reo-un na-ui geu-dae-ga
neo-ya, na-ui geu-dae-ga neo-ya yeah-

Your sweet smile, your captivating gaze, your playful stories change my world. Sometimes it’s overwhelming, but just as you are, you’re my dream that never fades. You’re my love, it’s you.

It’s you, it’s you, it’s always you. When you say “I love you, I love you, I love you,” I start to believe in myself. When you come closer and wait by my side, I find the strength I need. You’re the reason I feel happy.

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🗣️ Practice Korean Words

처지게 (cheo-ji-ge)

drooping

💡 Note: describing a state of feeling low or losing energy due to gloominess

맑은 (mal-geun)

clear

💡 Note: used to describe a pure, bright, and transparent sound or voice

비밀 (bi-mil)

secret

💡 Note: referring to something hidden or a special bond shared only between two people

다정한 (da-jeong-han)

kind

💡 Note: characterizing a warm, affectionate, and friendly smile or attitude

🎵 Song Meaning & Interpretation

the lyrics describe how a loved one’s presence provides absolute strength and happiness even when the world feels depressing. the protagonist expresses that seeing their partner’s sincere smile and hearing their voice is the only reason they need to keep living and laughing.