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Kim Hyun-sik was born on 7 January, 1958 in Seoul, South Korea, is a South Korean singer (1958–1990). Discover Kim Hyun-sik's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 32 years old?

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Occupation Singer · songwriter
Age 32 years old
Zodiac Sign Capricorn
Born 7 January, 1958
Birthday 7 January
Birthplace Seoul, South Korea
Date of death 1 November, 1990
Died Place Seoul, South Korea
Nationality South Korea

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Who Is Kim Hyun-sik's Wife?

His wife is Kim Kyung-ja (m. 1982–1990)

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Kim Hyun-sik Net Worth

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1958

Kim Hyun-sik (7 January 1958 – 1 November 1990) was a South Korean musician, active during the 1980s.

Kim Hyun-sik was born in Inhyeon-dong, Seoul, South Korea on January 7, 1958.

1974

He attended MyongJi High School but dropped out in 1974 to pursue his life as a singer.

It is known that the reason for this was a fight with several upperclassmen and many say that the fight was caused because Kim touched his band member's instrument without permission.

1975

After dropping out of high school, he passed the 1975 Korean school qualification exam and begin his musical career in the downtown area, preparing for his 1978 album.

1976

In 1976, Kim began to work with Jang-hee Lee on his first album, Spring Summer Fall Winter.

1978

However, after the recordings were finished in 1978, the album was cancelled due to Jang-hee Lee's sudden move to the United States.

Additionally, Kim was arrested for his use of marijuana, which had devastating effects on his public image.

1980

He debuted in 1980, releasing his first album, Spring Summer Fall Winter, along with his band of the same name.

He died at the age of 32 from cirrhosis.

He is recognized as one of the most popular and notable musicians of the 1980s in Korea, well known for his unique, husky, emotional vocal style.

Kim released five albums while alive, with his sixth album—Kim Hyun-sik VI, popularly known by the title of its lead single, "My Love By My Side"—being released posthumously.

Kim broke out of the hospital to finish the vocal recordings for his last album, showing his dedication to his profession.

In 1980, Kim was finally able to publish his album with Seorabul Records (서라벌레코드사) two years laters.

The result did not go well and Kim spent most of his music career at this time in the underground.

1982

The couple married in 1982.

1983

In 1983, his son, Travis Kim, was born.

Kim and his family lived in Dongbu Ichon-dong where they opened a pizza place in 1983.

In the documentary produced by MBC for the 20th anniversary of Kim's death, it is mentioned that Kim referred to this time as the happiest time of his life.

1984

After the restaurant he owned went out of business, Kim returned to music and recorded his second album in 1984.

The album, I Loved You, became a success and helped Kim stabilize his career as a singer.

During this time, Kim became the lead singer of several underground bands, including The Eastern Light (동방의 빛), Black Butterfly (검은 나비), and the Messengers (메신저스).

The pizza place soon went out of business after one year in 1984.

1985

It was not until 1985 when Kim decided to create a band of his own.

The band took the same name as his first album, Spring Summer Fall Winter (SSaW).

The members were Kim Jong-jin, Jeon Tae-guan, Jang Gi-ho, Yoo Jae-ha, and Kim.

This was the first band that Kim officially lead.

During this time, Kim's parents and sister immigrated to Canada, and his wife began to live separately from him.

The band's album, titled Like Rain, Like Music, sold over 300,000 copies, becoming an instant success.

However, the band quickly disbanded due to differences in music styles.

Kim met his wife at a clothes shop in Sinchon County.

1987

Jeon In-kwon, Heo Seong-wook, Kim, and a number of others were arrested in October 1987 for drug use.

Kim was also known for his addiction to alcohol and cigarettes which highly affected his health status.

1988

In February 1988, Kim opened a concert at the 63 Building for his fans.

As an apology, Kim performed on stage after shaving his head bald.

Later on, Kim mentioned that this concert was the most memorable concert of his life as he was so deeply moved by how many fans had come to see him.

Kim's fourth album, published in 1988, contained songs related to his struggle with alcohol.

1989

In 1989, Kim collaborated with SinChon Blues on their second album, helping write the song "Alley".

1991

He won the Disc Daesang (Album of the Year) award at the 1991 Golden Disc Awards, the Korean approximation of the Grammy Awards, for his posthumous sixth album, Kim Hyun-sik VI.

Kim was also honored by having three episodes of the popular singing competition show Immortal Songs 2 dedicated to his music.