Cha Eun Woo, beloved singer and actor, has touched hearts with a deeply emotional message dedicated to his late ASTRO bandmate, Moonbin, on his birthday.
On January 26, Cha Eun Woo took to his social media to share a simple yet powerful message: "Happy birthday. I miss you."
His words were accompanied by a photo of a cake made of Choco Pies and a throwback picture of himself celebrating Moonbin's birthday during their time together.
Cha Eun Woo has often opened up about his grief and longing for Moonbin. Last May, during an appearance on tvN’s You Quiz on the Block, he shared his emotional journey and how Moonbin's memory continues to shape his life.
Reflecting on 2023, he said, "Last year was a difficult year for me." He revealed that he channeled his emotions into songwriting, pouring his heart into ASTRO’s recent album. "I wrote the lyrics from Bin’s perspective," he explained. "I cried a lot while writing them. Even now, I can’t sing that song without breaking down."
Cha Eun Woo also shared his struggles with guilt. "I felt overwhelmed, questioning if it was okay for me to eat, to rest. Sometimes, Bin appears in my dreams—at the gym or in the recording studio. Those dreams stay with me."
The idol admitted to feeling conflicted about expressing his emotions publicly. "When people ask if I’m okay, I don’t like saying I am, but I also don’t want to say I’m not. What I do know is that I want to live better. That’s what Bin would want too."
One moment that particularly resonates with him is the final line in Wonderful World: ‘May everyone who has experienced the pain of loss find comfort. May the world be kinder to them.’
Cha Eun Woo shared how that narration mirrors his feelings, adding, "I want to live better for Bin’s share too. I need to stay strong for the people around me."
He revealed that despite his company suggesting a break, he chose to work on the project Wonderful World as a way to honor Moonbin’s memory. "It felt like something I had to do. It reminded me of him in so many ways."
In a heartfelt video message, Cha Eun Woo spoke directly to Moonbin: "Bin-ah, how are you doing? I miss you. I’ll work hard to carry both your dreams and mine. Don’t worry, and let’s meet again someday."
Fans and friends continue to express their support for Cha Eun Woo, who is bravely sharing his journey of healing while honoring the legacy of his cherished friend.
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