The sudden passing of Wheesung on March 10 at the age of 43 has left the music industry in mourning. Friends and colleagues are paying tribute to the late artist, reflecting on his legacy and impact.

🎤 A Voice That Touched Many

Singer Ock Joo-hyun, who shared a long friendship with Wheesung, posted an old performance video of them on Instagram. The clip was from 2004, when they sang a pop duet on MBC's Music Camp.

She shared an emotional message:
"In our twenties, we took countless vocal lessons together. I will never forget how much strength you gave me during those times."

She added,
"You were always bursting with passion for music. I pray that you find happiness and peace where you are now. I will remember you always."

🕊️ Artists Pay Their Respects

Many artists who were influenced by Wheesung expressed their grief.

💔 2AM's Changmin called him "an artist I truly admired and wanted to emulate."

💔 Jo Kwon shared the album cover of Wheesung's Unspoken Story.

💔 Yoon Min-soo, who performed with Wheesung on SBS's Fantastic Duo, posted clips from their 2016 Daegu Joint Concert and wrote:
"Wheesung, I hope you can sing and create music freely now. I will never forget your pure and kind soul. Let's meet again someday and sing together once more."

💔 Mighty Mouth's Sangchu shared the last text messages they exchanged, revealing that they had planned to meet again. He wrote, "Wheesung-ah…" in a heartbreaking farewell.

💔 EXID's Hyelin simply wrote "RIP" in her Instagram story.

💔 VIXX's Leo thanked Wheesung for inspiring his dreams, saying, "I hope you find happiness where you are."

🎶 Hip-Hop Community Remembers

The hip-hop world also paid tribute to the late singer.

🎤 Verbal Jint: "It was an honor to share those moments with you. You worked so hard. Rest in peace."

🎤 P-Type: "You were one of the most precious dots in the timeline of my life."

🎤 San E: "Rest in peace, hyung."

🎤 Changmo: "Thank you for your incredible music. It had a profound impact on my life."

🎤 Paloalto: "Your music was a part of my youth. Thank you for everything."

📺 Broadcasting Industry Joins in Mourning

During the press conference for KBS's The Seasons: Park Bo-gum's Cantabile, announcer Lee Ye-won paid tribute:
"We remember Wheesung's incredible music and extend our deepest condolences."

🚔 Ongoing Investigation

Authorities are still investigating the cause of Wheesung's passing. Funeral arrangements will be made once the investigation concludes.

Rest in peace, Wheesung. Your music and legacy will live on. 💙