South Korean singer-songwriter Nahee has died at the age of 24. StarNews reported her passing on Wednesday, November 8, with the cause of death remaining unspecified. The sudden loss of the young artist has led to widespread shock and speculation, with rumors suggesting the possibility of suicide, although this has not been confirmed by Korean authorities. Her funeral took place on Friday, November 10, at the Central Funeral Hall in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi-do.
In a heartfelt statement, her label expressed deep sorrow: “Singer-songwriter Nahee has left our earth and become a star in the sky. We are sorry to bring sudden news to all of you fans who have supported and loved Nahee. We send our deepest condolences to the deceased’s final journey.”
Korean Singer Nahee Dead At 24
Nahee‘s career, though brief, was impactful. She signed with Mun Hwa In in September 2020 and earned recognition with 15 Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA) credits. Despite a career spanning only four years, she managed to build a decent-sized fanbase.
Her musical journey began in 2019 with her first single “Blue City,” which captivated listeners with its unique style and emotive lyrics. Subsequent releases like “Blue Night” and “Gloomy Day” further cemented her status as a promising talent. Nahee was best known for her song “Rose,” released in July, which combined electronic undertones with a heartfelt message to her fans. “I always think of my songs as flowers. With this particular one, I want to narrate a heartfelt story to all those who adore these floral melodies of mine,” she had said.
나히 (Nahee) – rose [Official Audio]
Nahee left her dog behind
Other notable releases by Nahee include “I’m Not Fine” (2021), “I’m So Confused,” “Love Note,” “I Can’t Sleep,” and “Treasure” (2022). She also covered popular songs on YouTube, with the most recent being New Jeans’ “ASAP.” Nahee was active on Instagram, where she gave her fans short looks at her private life, including posts about her dog. She archived all these posts before her passing, leaving only one on her feed.
Her last Instagram post, shared just hours before her death on November 7, struck fans. It featured a selfie in a winter coat, a video of a train ride at dusk, and adorable portraits of her dog. The comments section overflowed with condolence messages, with some fans mourning on behalf of her dog, who “lost his mama.”
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On Reddit, fans expressed their grief, with many regretting not having discovered her art sooner. “Such a young talent, gone too soon. RIP,” wrote one user. Another shared, “I was just listening to her songs for the first time the other day. I was thinking I’d really get into her stuff since it’s actually really good. Very sad to hear and I hope she rests in peace.” – K-Pop News Writer
Featured Image: Rest in peace, Nahee. We’ll always remember you. Source: X/@nugupromo.
