Shin Hae-chul Remembered: His Children's Touching Tribute 11 Years After His Passing

It has been 11 years since the passing of Shin Hae-chul. His daughter, Shin Ha-yeon, and son, Shin Dong-won, delivered a heartfelt message of gratitude on the very stage where their father received the grand prize, deeply moving many.
The words of Shin Ha-yeon, "Please don't wear sad faces anymore," resonated with particular poignancy.
Special Stage at the 'MBC University Song Festival' on October 26th
Shin Hae-chul's daughter, Shin Ha-yeon, and son, Shin Dong-won, appeared on MBC's 'University Song Festival' on the 26th, creating a special performance with Lucy.
The song 'To You,' which won the grand prize at the 1988 University Song Festival and is one of Shin Hae-chul's signature songs as part of the band Moo Han Gue Do, echoed again after 36 years. This is the very song that earned Shin Hae-chul the grand prize at the University Song Festival with Moo Han Gue Do.
Shin Hae-chul's Voice Restored with AI Technology
A special technology was incorporated into the stage. Shin Hae-chul's actual voice, restored using AI technology, was featured on stage.
Before the song began, the voice of the deceased, realized through technology developed by 'Next United,' evoked old memories for viewers, adding to the profound resonance.
Being able to hear Shin Hae-chul's voice again was a special gift for fans. It was a meaningful moment where AI technology was used to revive memories and music.
Shin Dong-won: "Thank You So Much to My Father's Fans"
After the performance, Shin Hae-chul's son, Shin Dong-won, expressed his gratitude.
"It's been more than ten anniversaries of my father's death, and I'm so grateful to my father's fans who still remember and care for him."
Shin Dong-won expressed his sincere gratitude to the fans who still remember and love his father, even after 11 years. Even in the sadness of losing his father, the love of the fans must have been a great comfort.
Shin Ha-yeon: "Please Don't Wear Sad Faces Anymore"
Shin Hae-chul's daughter, Shin Ha-yeon, shared even more touching words.
"Actually, in my memory, my dad's fans are often left with crying faces. I would be happy if you enjoyed today's performance with a smile. Please don't wear such sad faces anymore."
In Shin Ha-yeon's memory, her father's fans were always sad and crying. Seeing the fans shedding tears at every memorial service for her father, she must have felt a lot at a young age.
But now, Shin Ha-yeon's words, hoping that people will enjoy her father's music with a smile instead of a sad expression, moved everyone.
'Don't Make a Sad Face' is Shin Hae-chul's Representative Song
Shin Ha-yeon's words, "Please don't wear sad faces anymore," were not just a simple request. It is also the title of one of Shin Hae-chul's representative songs.
The message conveyed to fans by quoting Shin Hae-chul's song title came with a more special meaning. Like the lyrics of his father's song, it contains the children's wish that fans will now remember their father with happy memories instead of being sad.
Grand Prize at the 1988 University Song Festival with Moo Han Gue Do
In 1988, Shin Hae-chul participated in the MBC 'University Song Festival' with the group Moo Han Gue Do and won the grand prize with 'To You.' This was the first stage where Shin Hae-chul made his name known to the public.
Starting with Moo Han Gue Do, Shin Hae-chul later gained great popularity as a solo singer, leaving a lasting legacy in Korean popular music history.
On the Very Stage Where His Father Received the Grand Prize
The 'University Song Festival' is the stage where Shin Hae-chul made his name known. The fact that Shin Hae-chul's two children sang their father's song and greeted fans there 36 years later has a very special meaning.
It was the stage where his father realized his dreams, the very place where his father took his first steps as a singer by winning the grand prize, and his children sang.
Many people are moved by this scene. It must have been a moment when Shin Hae-chul would have been proud in heaven.
Passed Away on October 27, 2014, Due to a Medical Accident
Shin Hae-chul passed away on October 27, 2014, due to side effects from surgery for intestinal adhesions at S Hospital in Seoul. He was 46 years old at the time, which was too early.
It was a sudden death, and it was even more unfortunate because it was due to a medical accident. Shin Hae-chul's family filed a medical malpractice lawsuit against the hospital director, engaging in a long battle for several years.
The legal battle must have been another pain for the family. Before the sadness of losing a loved one could subside, they had to fight a long battle to uncover the truth.
Music Still Remembered After 11 Years
It has been 11 years since the deceased passed away, but his fans and junior singers are still remembering and continuing the musical legacy left by Shin Hae-chul.
Shin Hae-chul was more than just a popular singer; he was an artist who expanded the horizons of Korean popular music. His experimental music, socially critical lyrics, and unique musical world inspired many junior musicians.
He also contributed greatly to the development of Korean rock music by producing junior bands such as 'Next' and 'Crying Nut.' He was also called 'The Devil' and built a charismatic image.
The Growth of Children
Shin Ha-yeon and Shin Dong-won were still young when Shin Hae-chul passed away. It is moving to see the two children, who had to grow up without their father, now come on stage to remember their father and express their gratitude to the fans.
Shin Ha-yeon has grown up enough to say, "Please don't make a sad face anymore." Shin Dong-won is expressing his gratitude to the fans in a dignified manner. How proud would Shin Hae-chul have been of his children if he had seen them?
Memories Connected Through Music
Shin Hae-chul's voice restored with AI technology, and 'To You' sung by his children. This performance was a meaningful moment that went beyond simple remembrance and showed that Shin Hae-chul's music continues to be passed down through generations.
Shin Ha-yeon and Shin Dong-won sang their father's music directly, which was no different from being on stage with their father. Although they cannot be together physically, they proved that they can be connected to their father through music.
With Happy Memories, Not Sadness
As Shin Ha-yeon said, it seems like it's time to remember Shin Hae-chul with a smile instead of a sad face. 11 years have passed, and his children have grown up so dignified.
The music left by Shin Hae-chul is still loved by many, and his artistic legacy continues. Now is the time to enjoy the great music and messages he left behind and remember him happily, rather than with sadness.
We will remember Shin Hae-chul and his music forever. We hope Shin Ha-yeon and Shin Dong-won grow up healthy and happy!

Source :https://blog.naver.com/roadtowrestling/224055887909
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