SHINee’s Taemin Speaks Up About Why He Didn’t Perform at The SMTOWN Concert

On January 11-12, the SMTOWN LIVE in Seoul concert took place at the Gocheok Sky Dome. For two nights, fans could see all their favorite SM artists in one place.

This concert was even more special as it celebrated the company’s 30th anniversary and had many familiar faces joining the lineup!

However, SHINee fans were disappointed that they weren’t able to see all the members together.

“Did you sleep well? The weather is cold, so wear warm clothes, keep your neck warm, and drink something hot since the cold is going around. I’m writing this for the fans who might be worried about SHINee. I’m sorry I couldn’t participate in SHINee during the SMTOWN concert. I wanted to finish negotiating with the company and join SHINee activities quickly, but it seems like it will take some time to get things sorted out. But we are making progress, and it seems like it will end soon.

The other members and I want to protect SHINee and continue our story together. So, if you think I don’t want to do SHINee or are worried you won’t be able to see SHINee anymore, please don’t worry. I hope what I say doesn’t become a burden to someone else. All the members love SHINee and have the same heart. We are working carefully to prepare for SHINee, so let’s see each other soon with smiling faces. Have a good day and thank you always.”

— Taemin

Seeing this, fans were upset that Taemin had to apologize over this situation.

• “The company is the problem…Unfortunately, he went to that company. Of course, I’m sure he didn’t know the company would be like that.”
• “The members of this group are all sincere about the team.”
• “It looks like Taemin wanted to join the SHINee activities too.”
• “Why is Taemin explaining again…this makes me so mad.”

Meanwhile, Taemin signed with BPM Entertainment last year, leaving SM Entertainment after 16 years.

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