“After LIKE” is a song built on a deep house rhythm, blending a sophisticated beat with a bold and distinctive hook, complemented by Rei and Gaeul’s powerful rap. The lyrics portray confident and honest girls in love, delivering a message of self-assurance reminding listeners to embrace their emotions and take pride in their own feelings.
Song Credits
- Artist: IVE
- Album: After LIKE
- Released: August 22, 2022
- Length: 2:56
- Label: Starship Entertainment, Kakao
- Writer: Seo Ji-eum, Mommy Son, Rei
- Composer: Ryan S. Jhun, Anders Nilsen, André Jensen, Iselin Solheim
IVE “After LIKE” Official MV
IVE “After LIKE” Lyrics
Hangul
또 모르지 내 마음이
저 날씨처럼 바뀔지
날 나조차 다 알 수 없으니 (나나나나나나)
그게 뭐가 중요하니
지금 네게 완전히
푹 빠졌단 게 중요한 거지 (나나나나나나)
아마 꿈만 같겠지만 분명 꿈이 아니야
달리 설명할 수 없는 이건 사랑일거야
방금 내가 말한 감정 감히 의심하지 마
그냥 좋다는 게 아냐 (what’s after ‘Like’?)
You and I
It’s more than ‘Like’
L 다음 또 O 다음 난 yeah, yeah, yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘Like’ (like)
What’s after ‘Like’?
What’s after ‘Like’?
조심해 두 심장에 핀
새파란 이 불꽃이
저 태양보다 뜨거울 테니 (나나나나나)
난 저 위로 또 아래로
내 그래프는 폭이 커
Yeah, that’s me (yeah, that’s me)
두 번 세 번 피곤하게 자꾸 질문하지 마
내 장점이 뭔지 알아? 바로 솔직한 거야
방금 내가 말한 감정 감히 의심하지 마 (우우우우우)
그냥 좋다는 게 아냐 what’s after ‘Like’?
You and I
It’s more than ‘Like’
L 다음 또 O 다음 난 yeah, yeah, yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘Like’
What’s after ‘Like’?
What’s after ‘Like’?
What after like 내 맘에 strike
지금 느낀 짜릿함은 마치 tike
L-O 다음에 I 그 다음에 V-E
여긴 너와 내 space 아무도 막지 못해
나를 보면 눈 깜빡할
시간조차도 아까울 걸
드디어 만나 반가워 (what’s after ‘Like’?)
L-O-V-E 사이 놓일 I (what’s after ‘Like’?)
You and I
It’s more than ‘Like’
E 앞 또 V 앞 난 yeah, yeah, yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘Like’ (like)
What’s after ‘Like’?
You and I
It’s more than ‘Like’
L 다음 또 O 다음 난 yeah, yeah, yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘Like’ (like)
What’s after ‘Like’?
What’s after ‘Like’?
Romanized
Tto moreuji nae maeumi
Jeo nalsshicheoreom bakkwilji
Nal najocha da al su eopseuni
Geuge mweoga jungyohani
Jigeum nege wanjeonhi
Puk ppajyeottan ge jungyohan geoji
Ama kkumman gatgetjiman bunmyeong kkumi aniya
Dalli seolmyeonghal su eomneun igeon sarangil geoya
Banggeum naega malhan gamjeong gamhi uishimhaji ma
Geunyang jotaneun ge anya What’s after ‘LIKE’?
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
L daeum tto O daeum nan yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
Joshimhae du shimjange pin
Saeparan i bulkkochi
Jeo taeyangboda tteugeoul teni
Nan jeo wiro tto araero
Nae geuraepeuneun pogi keo
Yeah that’s me
Du beon se beon pigonhage jakku jilmunhaji ma
Nae jangjeomi mweonji ara? baro soljikhan geoya
Banggeum naega malhan gamjeong gamhi uishimhaji ma
Geunyang jotaneun ge anya What’s after ‘LIKE’?
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
L daeum tto O daeum nan yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
What after like nae mame strike
Jigeum neukkin jjarishameun machi tike
LO daeume I geu daeume VE
Yeogin neowa nae space amudo makji mothae
Nareul bomyeon nun kkamppakhal
Shigan jochado akkaul geol
Deudieo manna bangaweo
LOVE sai nohil I
(What’s after ‘LIKE’?)
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
E ap tto V ap nan yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
L daeum tto O daeum nan yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
Translation
Who knows?
My mind might just change like the weather
Even I don’t know myself
That doesn’t matter
What matters is
I’m into you right now
Seems like a dream but it’s definitely not
Can’t explain it – it must be love
Don’t try to doubt what I just said
It’s beyond ‘LIKE’ What’s after ‘LIKE’?
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
L and an O and I’m yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
Beware of the blue flame
That bloomed in our hearts
It’ll be hotter than the sun
I wanna go up, I wanna go down
My graph dips low and high
Yeah that’s me
Twice, thrice – Don’t ask me again
You know what my strength is? It’s that I’m honest.
Don’t try to doubt what I just said
It’s beyond ‘LIKE’ What’s after ‘LIKE’?
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
L and an O and I’m yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
What after ‘LIKE’ You strike my heart
The thrill I feel is like a tike
LO and an I and a VE
This is a space for you and I. No one can stop us
If you see me
You won’t even waste a blink
It’s nice to finally meet you
An I goes between LOVE
(What’s after ‘LIKE’?)
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
E after V and I’m yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
L and an O and I’m yeah
You and I
It’s more than ‘LIKE’
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
What’s after ‘LIKE’?
IVE “After LIKE” Meaning
“After LIKE” continues IVE’s signature message of self-love and empowerment. As the final installment in the trio of Eleven, Love Dive, and After LIKE, the song explores the idea that love should not only be felt but also actively expressed. Instead of merely confessing their emotions, the lyrics push for action, challenging hesitation in relationships. The song’s central question, “What’s after ‘like’?”, reflects a moment of emotional clarity. It urges the listener to embrace love with certainty rather than doubt.
The accompanying music video visually enhances this message, featuring bold and glamorous aesthetics, LED-lit cityscapes, and a dazzling firework-filled finale that symbolizes the exhilaration of embracing love without fear. The members radiate confidence, dressed in striking outfits that reflect their individuality while maintaining a cohesive and empowered group presence. Through vibrant visuals and powerful choreography, the video encapsulates the rush of emotions that come with realizing that one’s feelings go beyond simple admiration.
“After LIKE” challenges listeners to be honest about their emotions, take the next step in love, and never be afraid to show what they truly feel.