Former EXID member Hani has paid tribute to the late Shinsadong Tiger. 

On March 3, Hani expressed her feelings, saying, "Oppa, do you know? You were truly a good person, and I was always grateful for that. But I regret not telling you that enough."

She continued, "Inside the fence you built for us with your care, effort, and sacrifice, we laughed a lot. You were the best protector. Thank you for keeping us true to ourselves."

Hani reminisced, "Just as you said, I eventually found happiness. And I will continue to strive for it because I know that’s what you would have wanted most. I miss you, Oppa. I love you. Thank you. Rest in peace."

She also shared a conversation with Shinsadong Tiger, who had encouraged her, 

"You're not a worrisome existence! You will eventually be happy and win because, though you may be slower and more frustrating than others, you gain from it yourself. Let's not lose our self-esteem." Hani humorously responded, "Even Oppa thinks I’m slow and frustrating! I did try my best!" adding, "Thank you for waiting even though I’m slow and frustrating."

Shinsadong Tiger and Hani had a connection through EXID. Shinsadong Tiger launched EXID in 2012, and the group gained popularity with their hit song "Up & Down." Shinsadong Tiger passed away on February 23 at the age of 41. Out of respect for the family's wishes, specific details have not been disclosed.

[Below is the full text of Hani’s message]

Oppa, do you know?

You were truly a good person

And I was always grateful for that

But I regret not saying it enough

Inside the fence you built with your care, effort, and sacrifice, we laughed a lot

You were the best protector

Thank you for keeping us true to ourselves

Just as you said, I eventually found happiness

And I will continue to strive for it

Because I know that’s what you would have wanted most

I miss you, Oppa

I love you

Thank you

Rest in peace