I don't need a man – English Lyrics

• By: miss A

Lyrics & Translation

Learning a language can be an empowering journey, and miss A's “I don't need a man” is the perfect anthem to accompany you. This song's confident and clear lyrics about self-sufficiency can help you learn expressions of independence and pride in Korean. What makes this song special is its bold message, which was a significant statement in the K-pop landscape at the time, making it a culturally rich and inspiring song to learn with.

[English]

We present this to all those proud women

Who refuse to make easy-money,

Who don't like to live on the money of their man,

Who don’t like to live on the money of their parents.

This is for all the independent ladies

I can be good without a man

So don’t come by me if you are not sure

I don’t sell myself to anyone

Because

I don't need a man I don't need a man (What?)

I don't need a man I don't need a man (Really)

I don't need a man I don't need a man (Truly)

I don't need a man I don't need a man

I can be good without a man

I paid all the rent

All the food and all the clothing with my money

It’s not enough but I’m satisfied

That’s why I love myself (hey)

I don’t wanna spend my parent’s money

As if it’s mine I’m old enough

I shouldn’t ask for it to them

That’s why I feel honorable (hey)

Boy don't say

I’ll take care of you I’ll care for you No No

Boy don't play If you’re not serious

I can be good without a man

So don’t come by me if you are not sure

I don’t sell myself to anyone

Because

I don't need a man I don't need a man (What?)

I don't need a man I don't need a man (Really)

I don't need a man I don't need a man (Truly)

I don't need a man I don't need a man

I can be good without a man

Don’t put on airs It might work

Somewhere else but I’m full of confidence

As much as you’re though I’m not good enough

That’s why I love myself (hey)

I’m gonna live for myself I don’t care about living a good life

Like other kids do with rich parents and a rich man Living a comfy life

That’s why I feel honorable (hey)

Boy don't say I‘m your future believe and rely on me No No

Boy don't play If you’re not gonna respect me

I can be good without a man

So don’t come by me if you are not sure

I don’t sell myself to anyone

Because

I don't need a man I don't need a man (What?)

I don't need a man I don't need a man (Really)

I don't need a man I don't need a man (Truly)

I don't need a man I don't need a man

I can be good without a man

I wake up early every morning

Have a busy day

And don’t have time to have one good meal

But I started it because I liked it It’s not a good pay but it’s all my sweat

It’s not a ring my boy friend gave to me

My car my clothes all I paid for them

I bought them after installment savings and giving money to my parents

What if the man leaves your when you trust him

Do you envy me?

Then you lost

I can be good without a man

So don’t come by me if you are not sure

I don’t sell myself to anyone

Because

I don't need a man I don't need a man (What?)

I don't need a man I don't need a man (Really)

I don't need a man I don't need a man (Truly)

I don't need a man I don't need a man

I can be good without a man

Key Vocabulary

Vocabulary	Meanings
woman /ˈwʊmən/ A2	noun - an adult female human
money /ˈmʌni/ A1	noun - a medium of exchange used to buy goods and services
independent /ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt/ B1	adjective - not relying on others for support or authority
satisfied /ˈsætɪsfaɪd/ B1	adjective - content; pleased
confidence /ˈkɒnfɪdəns/ B2	noun - the feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something
care /kɛr/ A2	verb - to feel concern or interest
play /pleɪ/ A1	verb - to engage in activity for enjoyment or recreation
future /ˈfjuːtʃər/ A2	noun - the time yet to come
honorable /ˈɒnərəbəl/ B2	adjective - deserving respect or honor
trust /trʌst/ B1	verb - to believe in the reliability or truth of someone or something
good /ɡʊd/ A1	adjective - having the qualities required for a particular role
leave /liːv/ B1	verb - to go away from a place
envy /ˈɛnvi/ B2	verb - to desire what someone else has
live /lɪv/ A1	verb - to remain alive; to have life