The kind and caring Kim Jong-hyun died today in the hospital after being found in his room dead. He commited suicide.
Jong-hyun was apart of the legendary group Shinee.
Suicide is a huge topic in South Korea. 40 people commit suicide in South Korea everyday, with rates rising every year. With children as young as 19 years old commuting suicide. South Korea maintains its spot as the nation with the highest suicide rates in the world.
Jong-hyun had spoken out about his depression. Through his lyrics, social media, and even on some variety shows. To say that he was "hiding it behind is smile" is plain stupid. The lyrics that many fans called poetic and romantic showed the truth about what he was experiencing.
His last post on Instagram is a clear sign.
With the caption: Pray that you don't hurt.
His lyrics that screamed for help.The suffering Kpop idols have to go through is something some people will never relate to.
Even if you didn't stan Shinee. I guarantee you every group you stan at least one member has spoken out about experiencing depression.
Instead of calling their lyrics poetic and romantic let's acknowledge what their going through. Remember artists write lyrics from experiences. Let's not look at them as objects or these perfect specimens. But let's look at them as human beings.
I don't want to make accusations against S.M. Entertainment. But I'm sure hey had some part in his suffering.
If you have any sort of Social Media account please use this picture as your icon as a sign of your care and support or even tweet about the topic of suicide or Jonghyun's death.
And also if you are suffering from depression or anything that makes you suffer everyday. Don't be afraid to get help. You are not a coward. Admitting you're going through depression to a family member, a friend, or even on social media the bravest thing you can do. Because there's always people out there who either understand what your going through or will help you through your journey and help you.
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