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On April 8, SHINee paid a heartfelt tribute to their late member, Jonghyun, with a simple yet powerful photo of him accompanied by the caption “04.08” and hashtags of his name to mark his birthday. The post sparked an outpouring of emotion from fans, as they remembered the beloved artist.
Jonghyun, who tragically passed away in 2017, continues to be deeply missed by both his bandmates and fans. Minho, one of his SHINee bandmates, shared a poignant message on Instagram, writing, “Happy birthday to you. Always missing you.
” Fans flooded social media with touching tributes, some writing, “Happy 35th birthday, Jonghyun,” “We miss you so much,” and “You’re our Peter Pan who never ages.” Others praised his musical genius, with one fan commenting on the atmospheric quality of his track “Odd Eye,” saying, "Jonghyun had a real talent for immersing you in his music, one of the reasons SHINee's discography is so exceptional." His contributions as both a writer and composer have left an indelible mark on the K-pop industry.
Fans also reflected on his off-screen moments and the brotherly bond he shared with the SHINee members. “He really was the most caring person,” one fan wrote. For many, the grief of losing him hasn't lessened over the years.
"It seems like it gets harder every year. You’d think it would be easier by now, but it’s always a shock to my system when I realize you’re gone. I’m just thankful I got to experience your magic while you were here.
I’ll love you forever. Happy birthday, Kim Jonghyun,” wrote another fan. Jonghyun was more than just SHINee’s main vocalist—he was a prolific songwriter, solo artist, and a deeply sensitive voice in the K-pop industry.
Known for his emotional depth and musical versatility, he released numerous solo tracks, penned lyrics for SHINee and other artists, and bravely spoke out about mental health. His legacy lives on..
