Jonghyun has been active in music since he was in junior high school. He was in a band and participated in many festivals in his area. In his band, he was not a vocalist but a bassist. The band's name was "ZION" and during one of its shows, he was scouted by SM. Before his debut with SHINee, he sang a duet with Zhang Li Yin in the song “交错的爱 (Wrongly Given Love)” for her Chinese album.
Jonghyun was discovered at the 2005 S.M. Casting System. In 2008, he was chosen as a member of the group Shinee, the 5-member boy group debuted on May 25, 2008 on SBS's Inkigayo.
In November 2010, it was revealed by SM Entertainment that Jonghyun, along with TRAX’s Jay, Super Junior’s Kyuhyun, and rookie singer, Jino, had formed a project group, S.M. The Ballad, under their label. The group focuses more on ballad rather than pop and R&B themes. The group released their debut album, "너무 그리워 (Miss You)", on November 29, 2010. They debuted on November 28, 2010 on SBS's Inkigayo with their lead single, "너무 그리워 (Miss You)". They also promoted another single from the album, "Hot Times (시험하지 말기)".
In February 4, 2014, SM Entertainment revealed that SM The Ballad will make a comeback with new members, Jonghyun being the only one from the original formation. It was later revealed that he would be singing, together with Girls' Generation's Taeyeon, the title track of the new album, "숨소리 (Breath)".
In October 2010, Jonghyun was one of twenty idols from various South Korean groups that recorded the song, "Let's Go," for the purpose of increasing public participation in the 2010 G-20 Seoul summit. He provided vocals along with label-mates Sungmin, Seohyun and Luna.
In the 4th mini album "Sherlock", Jonghyun had written the two songs "늘 그자리에 (Honesty)" and "알람시계 (Alarm Clock)". The song "Honesty" is written to give thanks to their fans who have stayed by their side with unchanging love until now. The other song, "Alarm Clock" which is also co-written with fellow member Minho, is about wishing to wake up from a nightmare of past break-up. He also wrote for multiple SHINee songs including "너와 나의 거리 (Selene 6.23)" (album "The Misconceptions of Us") and "상사병 (Symptoms)" (album "Everybody"). Jonghyun fully composed the collaboration track with IU, "Gloomy Clock" in IU's 3rd album "Modern Times". He also fully composed, wrote and lead the vocal direction for Son Dam Bi's digital single, "Red Candle". Not only did Jonghyun compose and write the song, he also took part in the vocal directing. The lyrics relate the characteristics of a candle to someone in love, who feels excited and nervous at the same time.
As a DJ for MBC FM4U's midnight radio show "Blue Night" Jonghyun has revealed his newly written songs on his radio show which he has prepared for a special corner called "Blue Night Lyrics, That Man's Composition". Back in June, DJ Jonghyun tweeted: “As I started Blue Night, I contemplated on how to incorporate myself well into the program… As expected, the conclusion is communicating with listeners and music! That’s why I have prepared a project where I personally write a song pertaining to a listener’s story and let you hear it. The name of the corner is ‘Blue Night Lyrics, That Man Composition’. It won’t be aired every week, but it will be aired once every few months as a special corner, so please send in a lot of stories. I’m accepting stories through the homepage.”
MBC FM4U have revealed starting from July 7th, they will be releasing the self-composed and self-written songs of Jonghyun. Furthermore it was stated that Jonghyun has written a total of 7 songs and that they will be revealed succession over several weeks.
On December 18th, 2017, Jonghyun was found in his apartment unconscious after what evidence has pointed out was most likely a suicide attempt. He passed away while emergency services were transporting him to the hospital.
하루의 끝
종현 Lyrics
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좀 더 아래 내 어깰 주물러 줘
지쳐버린 하루 끝
이미 해가 떴어도
난 이제야 눈을 감으니
남들보다 늦게 문을 닫는 나의 하루에
장난스럽게 귓볼을 간지럽히며
하루 종일 다른 세상에 있었어도 우린
너의 그 작은 어깨가 너의 그 작은 두 손이
지친 내 하루 끝 포근한 이불이 되고
수고했어요 정말 고생했어요
네게도 내 어깨가 뭉툭한 나의 두 손이
지친 너의 하루 끝
포근한 위로가 되기를
자연스레 너와 숨을 맞추고파
빈틈없이 널 감싸 안는
욕조 속 물처럼
따뜻하게 또 하나도 빈틈없게
서툰 실수가 가득했던 창피한 내 하루 끝엔
너란 자랑거리 날 기다리니
너의 그 작은 어깨가 너의 그 작은 두 손이
지친 내 하루 끝 포근한 이불이 되고
수고했어요 정말 고생했어요
네게도 내 어깨가 뭉툭한 나의 두 손이
지친 너의 하루 끝
포근한 위로가 되기를
자연스레 너와 숨을 맞추고파
맘껏 울 수도 또 맘껏 웃을 수도 없는
지친 하루의 끝 그래도 그대 옆이면
어린아이처럼 칭얼대다 숨 넘어가듯 웃다
나도 어색해진 나를 만나죠
수고했어요 정말 고생했어요
그댄 나의 자랑이죠
The lyrics of 종현's song 하루의 끝, which translates to "End of the Day," convey a sense of comfort and support that comes from an intimate relationship. The song begins with the request to have arms wrapped around oneself, to have one's shoulders held, and to be provided with a cozy space at the end of a tiring day. The singer expresses their exhaustion and sleep deprivation, but they find solace in knowing that they are not alone in their struggles. Despite often staying late at work, they take comfort in knowing that there is someone who will be there for them at the end of the day. The chorus talks about how the small shoulders and hands of the significant other make a perfect resting place for the singer, who recognizes the efforts made by their partner to make them feel better.
The second verse echoes the sentiment, only this time, it is the singer who seeks to provide comfort to their loved one. They wish to reciprocate the kindness and care they receive, stating that their shoulders can offer just as much warmth and comfort as the other's. The lines "let's breathe together" show how the singer wants to be in sync with their partner and share the moment of respite with them. The bridge speaks of the shame and embarrassment in making mistakes, but the singer is happy to have someone who waits for them when they return home.
Overall, the lyrics of the song imply the beauty of unwavering support and how significant it is to have someone to rely on. The words express a desire for a safe haven that welcomes all vulnerabilities and offers understanding without judgment.
Line by Line Meaning
손을 뻗어줘 내 목을 감싸줘
Reach out and wrap your arms around my neck
좀 더 아래 내 어깰 주물러 줘
Give me a gentle pat on my tired shoulders
지쳐버린 하루 끝
The end of an exhausted day
이미 해가 떴어도
Even if the sun has already risen
난 이제야 눈을 감으니
Now I can finally close my eyes
남들보다 늦게 문을 닫는 나의 하루에
On my day that ends later than others' days
장난스럽게 귓볼을 간지럽히며
Tickling my earlobe playfully
하루 종일 다른 세상에 있었어도 우린
Even if we spent the whole day in different worlds, we
항상 하루 끝은 함께 하니까
Are always together at the end of the day
너의 그 작은 어깨가 너의 그 작은 두 손이
Your small shoulders and your small hands
지친 내 하루 끝 포근한 이불이 되고
Becomes a warm blanket for my exhausted day
수고했어요 정말 고생했어요
You've worked hard, you've really struggled
네게도 내 어깨가 뭉툭한 나의 두 손이
My blunt hands and shoulders for you as well
지친 너의 하루 끝
The end of your tiring day
포근한 위로가 되기를
Hoping to be a warm comfort
자연스레 너와 숨을 맞추고파
Naturally wanting to breathe with you
빈틈없이 널 감싸 안는
Embracing you tightly without any gaps
욕조 속 물처럼
Like water in a bathtub
따뜻하게 또 하나도 빈틈없게
Warmly and without any gaps at all
서툰 실수가 가득했던 창피한 내 하루 끝엔
At the end of my embarrassing day, filled with clumsy mistakes,
너란 자랑거리 날 기다리니
You, my pride, are waiting for me
맘껏 울 수도 또 맘껏 웃을 수도 없는
Unable to cry or laugh as much as I want to
지친 하루의 끝 그래도 그대 옆이면
But even so, at the end of my tired day, as long as I'm by your side
어린아이처럼 칭얼대다 숨 넘어가듯 웃다
I whimper like a child, and laugh until I run out of breath
나도 어색해진 나를 만나죠
And that's when I meet the awkward version of myself
수고했어요 정말 고생했어요
You've worked hard, you've really struggled
그댄 나의 자랑이죠
Because you are my pride
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Jong Hyun Kim, Sojin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@betxengi5388
The reason why mv Jonghyun doesn't have so many views is because people come back here for comfort. Not to give him more views. The greatest masterpieces are always imperceptible.
Jonghyun's music is not listened to with ears. His music is listened to with our hearts.
When our mouths can't say anything, we show it in eyes. Our eyes show the greatest emotions. Emotions that cannot be expressed in words
Was it in Jonghyun's eyes that we could see his passion for music? His tears and happiness?
When you feel sad, your eyes express this pain
@cherrysakura16
I remember listening to this song long ago. . . . apparently 2 years ago.
Wow does time fly . . . .
And all that time . . . . you endured.
You smiled in pain. But your smile erased mine. . . . .
And when you cried, I thought This man is the bravest man in the world.
You are. . . . .
I've never once thought u weren't good enough. . . .
But no one gave you that reassurance . . . . I wish I did.
I saw your face go from healthy, to hollow sunken cheeks. I wondered if you were ok.
But pushed it aside,, cuz that was the last thing on my mind.
I'm sorry. . . .
I never got to see you or SHINee in person . . . I regret not even trying to.
I thought one day I had hoped to be on stage with you. Maybe that's why.
The light you gave to me was immense. A light I didn't know exist.
I'm such a small nobody. . . .
Someone you probably didn't know existed. . . .
But that's ok. . . . .
I love you . . . . . . at least you tried.
That's good enough . . . .
You did well Jonghyun <3
@haiinifayza135
2019, April 08
Happy birthday to our precious, our Blinky, our lovely kim jonghyun
How are you there?
We miss you, we still remember you, we still be with you, we still love you forever
#YouDidWell
#HappyBirthday
#WeLoveYou
@AKATSUKIROBES
Hope everyone that's listening to this right now is doing okay
@_persona341
I wish.❤
@fazialado9194
thank you ❤hope you are doing fine also
@ThuyThu-ne1to
thank you
@s.w.swestern_gem3913
so sweet of you
@yura-kn9gk
Aw🥺 you too 💜
@dindinni8806
To everyone who still feel hurt like me when listen his song... To everyone who struggle with mental problem like me until now say to your self. "You're working hard, you deserve all love in this world, you're beautiful, you deserve all happiness, you're brave. Let's keep fight with our self....
@rmmondaycouple2843
We're all brave warrior, fighting with that monster. You're a beautiful person & deserve a lot of happiness. Have a peaceful day.
@mitalirahmanmitu9584
@chokyu_late same to you...
@whatsgoinon5554
You're working hard, you deserve all love in this world, you're beautiful, you deserve all happiness, you're brave.