날개 잃은 천사 – 룰라(Roo’ra)
🌟 Introduction
In 1995, Roo’ra (룰라) released “날개 잃은 천사 (Angel Without Wings)” from their second album, which quickly became a cultural phenomenon.
The song’s catchy chorus, dynamic rap lines, and emotional lyrics showcased the unique charm of co-ed K-pop groups in the mid-90s.
👥 Artist & Song Background
- Roo’ra (룰라): Formed in 1994, the group originally consisted of Lee Sang-min, Go Young-wook, Kim Ji-hyun, and Shin Jung-hwan.
- Known for their rap + vocal blend, Roo’ra stood out in the Korean music scene dominated by either solo ballad singers or emerging idols.
- Angel Without Wings became their signature hit, solidifying them as one of Korea’s most iconic co-ed groups.
📖 M/V & Lyrics
| 아 그럴꺼야 나를 아낄려고 굳이 내게 말 안하고 멀리 떠나갔던가 (x4) 천사를 찾아 (사바 사바 사바) 천사를 찾아 (사바 사바 사바) 천사를 찾아 헤메이지 잃어버린 내 모습을 찾아 (사바 사바 사바) 오 이렇게 많은 사람들이 네게 친해지려 할 때 네가 싫고 넌 키도 작고 차도 없다했지 난 오 이런 저런 조건 조건 따지다 보니까 진실한 사랑의 의미 의미 도대체가 도대체가 찾을 수가 없어 쉽게 찾을 수가 있는데 내 마음 속에 있는데 조용하게 두 눈을 감고 생각하면 알 수 있어 천사를 찾아 방황하는 나의 예전의 그 모습 찾아 (사바) 나 이제 알아 혼자된 기분을 그건 착각이었어 느낄 수 있니 사랑의 시작은 외로움의 끝인걸 언제라도 넌 내가 원한 것을 다 줄듯 보였고 (사바 사바 사바) 변덕스러운 내 기분 맞추려 고민도 하고 (사바 사바 사바) 하지만 너의 고마웠던 사랑을 난 당연한 듯 생각했었던 거야 나 이제 알아 혼자된 기분을 그건 착각이었어 느낄 수 있니 사랑의 시작은 외로움의 끝인걸 (두에 두에 두에떼 나나) 아 자기 장자기예 (X3) 쉽게 찾을 수가 있는데 내 마음 속에 있는데 조용하게 눈을 감고 생각하면 알 수 있어 천사를 찾아 헤메이지 잃어버린 내 모습을 찾아 (사바) 나 이제 알아 혼자된 기분을 그건 착각이었어 느낄 수 있니 사랑의 시작은 외로움의 끝인걸 언제라도 넌 내가 원한 것을 다 줄듯 보였고 (사바 사바 사바) 변덕스러운 내 기분 맞추려 고민도 하고 (사바 사바 사바) 하지만 너의 고마웠던 사랑을 난 당연한 듯 생각했었던 거야 나 이제 알아 혼자된 기분을 그건 착각이었어 느낄 수 있니 사랑의 시작은 외로움의 끝인걸 (x2) 아 그럴꺼야 나를 아낄려고 굳이 내게 말 안하고 멀리 떠나갔던가 (x4) | Ah, maybe that’s it— to protect me, you left far away without a word. (x4) Searching for an angel (Saba saba saba) Searching for an angel (Saba saba saba) Don’t wander in search of an angel— find the self you lost (Saba saba saba). Oh, when so many people tried to get close to you, you said you didn’t like them, that they were short, had no car. Oh, as you kept weighing this condition and that, the true meaning of love, you just couldn’t, you couldn’t find it at all. It’s so easy to find— it’s inside your heart. If you quietly close your eyes and think, you’ll know. Don’t wander searching for an angel— find the self you lost (Saba). Now I know, that feeling of being alone was only an illusion. Can you feel it? The beginning of love is the end of loneliness. Whenever I wanted something, you seemed ready to give it all (Saba saba saba). Trying to match my fickle moods, you even worried for me (Saba saba saba). But your precious, grateful love, I treated it as if it were just natural. Now I know, that feeling of being alone was only an illusion. Can you feel it? The beginning of love is the end of loneliness. (Due due duette nana) Ah, jagi jang jagiye (x3) (nonsense chant / vocal riff) It’s so easy to find— it’s inside your heart. If you quietly close your eyes and think, you’ll know. Don’t wander searching for an angel— find the self you lost (Saba). Now I know, that feeling of being alone was only an illusion. Can you feel it? The beginning of love is the end of loneliness. Whenever I wanted something, you seemed ready to give it all (Saba saba saba). Trying to match my fickle moods, you even worried for me (Saba saba saba). But your precious, grateful love, I treated it as if it were just natural. Now I know, that feeling of being alone was only an illusion. Can you feel it? The beginning of love is the end of loneliness. (x2) Ah, maybe that’s it— to protect me, you left far away without a word. (x4) |
The lyrics mix romantic devotion with longing, while the upbeat rhythm and rap verses keep the energy high — a combination that made it unforgettable.
🌍 Why It Matters
- This song captured the essence of 90s K-pop dance tracks, where emotional melodies met high-energy beats.
- Proved the popularity of co-ed groups, paving the way for others like Deux, Two Two, and later Co-ed School.
- Its popularity made Roo’ra one of the top-selling groups of the decade.
🎤 Fun Facts
- The song’s hook “날개 잃은 천사” became such a trend that it was used in parodies and TV comedy sketches throughout the 90s.
- Roo’ra’s choreography was widely imitated by fans, especially at school festivals.
- They won several year-end music awards with this song, cementing their mainstream success.
“Angel Without Wings (날개 잃은 천사)” is more than just a dance track — it’s a 90s anthem that perfectly represents the co-ed K-pop wave.
Its mix of fun energy and heartfelt lyrics makes it a song that still resonates with fans today.
👉 Do you think K-pop needs more co-ed groups like Roo’ra today?
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