On July 9, 2023, SHINee emerged as the winner on SBS music program 'Inkigayo,' surpassing aespa and LE SSERAFIM to claim the 1st place trophy.
Hard-Earned Victory for SHINee
After six years, SHINee, shining brightly, proved once again that they remain a group of five forever. On the broadcast of SBS 'Inkigayo' on July 9th, SHINee secured the top spot with their title track 'HARD' from their 8th full album 'HARD.' This win held significant meaning as it coincided with Key's appearance as a special MC and marked their fourth 1st place trophy following victories on 'Show! Champion,' 'Music Bank,' and 'Show! Music Core.'
Upon hearing their name announced as the winners, SHINee was taken aback but quickly embraced each other, sharing their joy. Minho expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you so much. We prepared diligently for our 15th anniversary, and I want to convey my thanks to the SHINee World who believed and waited for us. The members have worked hard, and I'm grateful to the SM family and staff who went through this together. This is just the beginning for SHINee. Please continue to support us even more."
Taemin, reflecting on their 15-year journey, conveyed his gratitude to the fans who have supported them consistently, enabling them to continue their activities. He promised to repay their support and work hard in the future. Key, who served as a special MC that day, exclaimed, "I thought they would have told me beforehand since I was the special MC, but they didn't. So, I'm even happier and overwhelmed. Thank you for allowing us to receive a good award on a terrestrial music show."
Fans and Netizens Touched by SHINee's Unity and Loyalty
The friendship, loyalty, and camaraderie displayed by SHINee touched the hearts of both their fans and netizens. Along with comments such as "Congratulations on SHINee's 15th anniversary" and "Congratulations, Jonghyun, on the 15th anniversary," emphasizing that SHINee will forever remain as five members. Even netizens who were not SHINee fans were moved and joined in the celebration, showing unwavering support.
Despite the absence of the late Jonghyun and Onew's temporary hiatus, only Minho, Key, and Taemin stood on the stage. However, as always, SHINee remained a group of five, and their performance delivered both a solemn and overwhelming touch.
SHINee's Victory on 'Inkigayo'
During the July 9th episode of SBS music program 'Inkigayo,' SHINee's 'HARD' competed against aespa's 'Spicy' and LE SSERAFIM's 'Eve, Psyche, and the Blue-Bearded Wife' for the 1st place spot in the second week of July.
According to the revealed rankings, SHINee claimed the 1st place trophy. Minho expressed his gratitude, saying, "Thank you so much. On the occasion of our 15th anniversary, we prepared diligently, and I want to thank the fans who believed and waited for us. I'm also grateful to the members and our agency. We will continue to work hard, so please support us."
Taemin added, "It has been a long time since our debut, and I'm grateful to the fans who have supported us consistently and stayed by our side. It is because of all of you that we can work hard. I will continue to do my best and repay your support." Key concluded by saying, "I was the special MC today, so I thought they would have told me beforehand, but I had no idea. It makes me even happier and overwhelmed. Thank you for allowing us to receive a good award on a terrestrial music show."
Additionally, other artists such as Kim Sung Kyu, Kim Soyeon, Kim Jae Hwan, Nam Dong Hyun, Lapillus, LUN8, SHINee, SWAN, &TEAM, 8TURN, WEi, Queenz Eye, +(KR)ystal Eyes, KISS OF LIFE, TREASURE (T5), and TEEN TOP performed on 'Inkigayo.'
