“Growls and Purrs” is a gentle, dreamy song co-written by Jo Yuri herself alongside producer Cloud. The lyrics compare the complexities and the tender, intimate moments of love to the behaviors of cats and dogs.

Song Credits

  • Artist: JO YURI
  • Album: Episode 25
  • Released: July 7, 2025
  • Length: 3:20
  • Label: Wake One
  • Composers: Gu-reum
  • Lyricists: Gu-reum, Jo Yuri

JO YURI “Growls and Purrs” Official MV

JO YURI “Growls and Purrs” Lyrics

Hangul

오늘은 어떤 사람에게도
한마디도 하지 않은
그런 이상한 날이었어요

이제는 어느 누굴 만나도
궁금하지가 않네요
그게 당연한 걸까요?

눈물이 나올 것 같으면
웃어버리는 습관은
언제부터 생긴 걸까요?

이제는 가질 수 없는 것들을
꿈꾸던 그때가 그리워요
그때의 날 알잖아요

혼자 있고 싶다며 갑자기
나 홀로 숨어버릴 땐
당신과 있는 게 싫어서가 아녜요

가끔씩 내 손은 고양이 같아요
손을 잡다가도
따끔하고 아플지 몰라요 미안해요
그래도 나를 꼭 안아줄래요?

눈물이 나올 것 같으면
웃어버리는 습관은
언제부터 생긴 걸까요?

이제는 울고 싶어도
눈물이 나오지 않는 내가 미워요
나도 날 모르겠어요

혼자 있고 싶다며 갑자기
나 홀로 숨어버릴 땐
당신과 있는 게 싫어서가 아녜요

가끔씩 내 맘은 강아지 같아요
많이 힘들어도
몇 번이고 짖을지 몰라요 미안해요
그래도 나를 꼭 안아주세요

Romanized

oneureun eotteon saramegedo
hanmadido haji aneun
geureon isanghan narieosseoyo

ijeneun eoneu nugul mannado
gunggeumhajiga anneyo
geuge dangyeonhan geolkkayo

nunmuri naol geot gateumyeon
useobeorineun seupgwaneun
eonjebuteo saenggin geolkkayo

ijeneun gajil su eomneun geotteureul
kkumkkudeon geuttaega geuriweoyo
geuttaeye nal aljanayo

honja itgo shipdamyeo gapjagi
na hollo sumeobeoril ttaen
dangshingwa inneun ge shireoseoga aneyo

gakkeumsshik nae soneun goyangi gatayo
soneul japdagado
ttakkeumhago apeulji mollayo mianhaeyo
geuraedo nareul kkok anajullaeyo

nunmuri naol geot gateumyeon
useobeorineun seupgwaneun
eonjebuteo saenggin geolkkayo

ijeneun ulgo shipeodo
nunmuri naoji anneun naega miweoyo
nado nal moreugesseoyo

honja itgo shipdamyeo gapjagi
na hollo sumeobeoril ttaen
dangshingwa inneun ge shireoseoga anyeyo

gakkeumsshik nae mameun gangaji gatayo
mani himdeureodo
myeot beonigo jijeulji mollayo mianhaeyo
geuraedo nareul kkok anajuseyo

Translation

I didn’t say a single word
To anyone at all today
It was just one of those strange days

And now, no matter who I meet
Nothing about them stirs my heart
Maybe that’s just how it’s meant to be

Whenever I feel like I’m about to cry
I smile instead, it’s just a habit now
I don’t even know when it started

I miss the time when I still believed
In things I knew I’d never reach
I remember the person I used to be

When I suddenly say I need to be alone
And disappear without a word
It’s not because I don’t want you near

Sometimes my hands are like a cat’s
Gentle one moment, gone the next
They might leave a mark or two
But will you still reach for me?

Whenever I feel like I’m about to cry
I smile instead, it’s just a habit now
I don’t even know when it started

I wish I could cry, but nothing falls
I hate how empty I’ve become
Don’t even know who I am anymore

When I suddenly say I need to be alone
And disappear without a word
It’s not because I don’t want you near

Sometimes my heart is like a dog’s
Even when your tired, it barks and calls
It might cry out more than it should
Still, please hold me tight

JO YURI “Growls and Purrs” Meaning

Jo Yuri’s “Growls and Purrs” (개와 고양이의 시간) is a soft, dreamy love song that captures the charming contradictions of a romantic relationship. Co-written by Jo Yuri and producer Cloud, the track uses the behaviors of dogs and cats as a metaphor for the ups and downs that naturally occur between two people in love.

At its core, the song highlights the balance between conflict and affection. Just like pets may growl, hiss, or act stubborn before seeking comfort and closeness again, the lyrics portray a relationship filled with playful disagreements that eventually give way to warmth, understanding, and reconciliation.

Another key theme is the comfort found in companionship. Despite occasional misunderstandings, the song emphasizes the special bond that keeps two people connected. The gentle imagery of purring and quiet moments together reflects the sense of safety, affection, and emotional healing that love can provide.

Ultimately, “Growls and Purrs” is a heartwarming reflection on the imperfect yet beautiful nature of relationships. Through its soothing melodies and cozy atmosphere, the song reminds listeners that love is often found in both the small disagreements and the tender moments that follow.