I’ve been a fan of Shinee since 2013, but you never truly stood out to me until your solo Crazy first came out. That’s when I truly understood how much talent you had to offer. Not only is your voice absolutely stunning, but your sheer effort to be your best showed, and struck me. With every single song you made, I could feel the true emotion you put into it. I wish I could continue hearing that voice every single day. I wish I could continue to see that smile that warmed my heart. I wish us fans could grow old with you, and support you. I wish we could’ve helped you overcome whatever you were feeling. Honestly, I feel like I could’ve done so much more to support you as an artist, but I didn’t. I feel so guilty. You felt like you were being forgotten as an artist, and that you had a lack of talent. But you’re one of the most unique and talented artists out there. You’re so iconic. Beautiful, in every shape and form. Not only were you an advocate and supporter of minority groups, you were a light upon them.

You’ve given so many people the will to go on, and have them warmth to heal themselves. If only we had known your immense support was because you knew exactly how it felt to be at a low. I’m so sorry Jonghyun. I love you to the moon and back. So do all your fans, friends, and especially your family. It’s so heart wrenching to think that you’ll never have the chance to hear or see all these letters written to you. Because you’re gone. Your eyes are forever closed. But I hope you’re happy now, and can be at rest. No matter how much it hurts me, and everyone else. We’ll forever cherish you as one of the best human beings to live. Thank you for always working so hard for us and never letting your smile fall for us. Thank you for protecting us.

My shock will never subside. And I’ll forever remember December 18th as the day we lost an angel. But when the day comes, I will always celebrate your life. You shall be remembered as a beautiful, shining star forever. I can only hope that you’re happier in your next life. You did well. You did so well. There was nothing more you could’ve given us, because you already gave us everything we could’ve ever wished for.

My final wish is for you to be at peace now.
I wish that when you passed, you felt calm and sure.
But what I truly want is for you to still be here.
I’m so sorry.
We love you.
I love you. Forever.
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