Several K-pop stars came together to record the tribute song ‘Moon’ for the late idol Moonbin. Screenshot from video on Astro’s YouTube channel

MANILA — Several K-pop stars, led by the boy band Astro, released Saturday a song in honor of the late idol Moonbin, commemorating the second anniversary of his passing.

Moonbin, who was also a member of Astro, was found dead in his home in Seoul on April 19, 2023. He was 25.

Two years later, his bandmates—MJ, Jinjin, Cha Eunwoo and Sanha—and close friends in the industry put out the tribute song “Moon.”

The track also features former Astro member Rocky and Moonbin’s younger sister, Moon Sua of the girl group Billlie. 

It includes contributions from the female trio VIVIZ; MONSTA X’s Minhyuk, Kihyun, and I.M; SEVENTEEN’s Hoshi, Wonwoo, Mingyu, DK and Seungkwan; soloist Hello Gloom; former Weki Meki members Choi Yoojung and Kim Doyeon; SF9’s Chani; and Stray Kids leader Bang Chan.

In 2024, SEVENTEEN member Woozi—known for co-composing many of his group’s songs—dropped “What Kind of Future” on Moonbin's birthday, inspired by the late singer's fondness for the previously unreleased track.

SEVENTEEN's Woozi drops 'What Kind of Future' for late K-pop star Moonbin

Moonbin started his career as a child model and actor before debuting with Astro in 2016. In 2020, he also became part of the sub-unit Moonbin & Sanha.

Meanwhile, Astro is preparing for a concert with former member Rocky, though the date has yet to be announced.