Hyun Jin-young Delivers 'STOP DRUG' Message to Youth: "Never Touch Drugs"

Singer Hyun Jin-young (55) has unveiled a 'STOP DRUG' t-shirt he designed himself, sharing a message of drug prevention aimed at teenagers.

Hyun recently posted a photo on his social media taken with his wife, Oh Seo-woon. The couple appeared happy, wearing matching new products from 'XKARA,' a fashion brand Hyun launched in 2023, after enjoying a meal at a Korean restaurant run by singer Kim Jang-hoon.

Regarding the t-shirt, Hyun explained, "The design is a reproduction of the album jacket for I.W.B.H, a project hip-hop group I released in 1997." He added, "'STOP DRUG' was the title track of that album, but I wanted to convey a slightly different meaning this time." He continued, "I created this design because I wanted to send a message, especially to teenagers and many others, that they must never touch drugs."

He wrote with a laugh, "Honestly, it is a bit embarrassing for me to wear a t-shirt with such a slogan," but added, "It is okay because I am living a very good and diligent life now."

This t-shirt draws more attention as it is not just a fashion item, but a symbol that embodies Hyun's own life.

Although Hyun was a first-generation artist who led the domestic hip-hop craze in the 1990s, he went through a long, dark period after using drugs during his prime. After breaking free from drugs in the early 2000s through voluntary treatment and determination, Hyun has consistently participated in drug prevention campaigns and public service activities. He uses his own experiences to raise awareness about the importance of preventing recidivism and educating youth. This 'STOP DRUG' t-shirt is an extension of those efforts.

Hyun, who launched the fashion brand 'XKARA' in 2023 to reinterpret his stage costumes in a modern way, previously stated, "I hope that Generation X and the MZ generation can connect through fashion," adding, "I want to share sensibilities that transcend generations through the mediums of music and fashion."



(SBS Entertainment News, Reporter Kang Kyung-yoon)
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