Today we have lost a pure soul who roamed this world amongst us. His talent and his exemplary character made him shine both on and off stage. I never met him personally but from what I read he was always humble, always smiling. He fought for many things and has shown a strength of character many do not have.

More than his songs, which will always resonate in me, I will miss his positive influence, his kindness and his strength. I am simply sorry that we couldn't do more for him. There were so many things I wanted to tell him but its too late now. 

Jonghyun-ah you were suffering a lot and I'm sorry we couldn't take the pain away. I feel your loss keenly and if this noona fan is feeling so bad I can't even begin to imagine what your noona is going through. 

Please be at peace now. Please don't be in pain. Please watch over your loved ones. 

We will remember your voice, your smile, your kindness and most importantly we will remember the wonderful young man that you are. You will remain in our hearts.

To Jonghyun's family. My deepest condolences, my thoughts and prayers are with them. In this time of need this is all I can offer, and I know it's not going to be enough. I pray that Jonghyun finds peace, and his loved ones find the strength to overcome his hardship. 

To SHINEE members, words fail me. You have not only lost a group member but you have lost a brother. I can only pray that God give you the strength to carry on. There's nothing more I can put into coherent words.

To Shawols, you know Jonghyun better than I do. I never joined the fandom. But if I'm feeling this bad then, again, I can't begin to understand what you all are going through. But know that we are all mourning with you. The entire KPOP community is mourning this terrible loss.

To everyone,

Depression, anxiety, whatever it is you are feeling, don't be ashamed of it. Don't be afraid to reach out for help. It doesn't make you into a lesser quality human being. It makes you stronger. 

Go to someone and tell them how you're feeling. It's never easy I know, I suffer from depression to this day. But go to someone. If not your parents then a sibling, an aunt/uncle, a cousin, a friend, a teacher, a counsellor. Please, please, please do not suffer in silence.

For those who know someone with depression, be the companion they can speak to. Listen to them and just hold them. Tell them that they are special, that they are loved. Please don't ignore the silent cries of help. Don't ignore the signs and don't shrug it off.

It takes a great desl of courage and faith for someone to step forward and say that they are suffering from a form of mentall illness. It is nothing small. 

To all those who are reading this please offer a prayer for Jonghyun and all those affected by his death, especially his family, SHINEE, and Shawols.

And remember everyone you are all special, your families, friends and loved ones will suffer the most after you're gone. Please think of them. Stay blessed everyone.

R.I.P Jonghyun-ah, your soul will light up the night sky and chase out all the darkness. You have done so, so well. You have worked hard. Now rest. We will, God willing, meet again one day.