Meaning of the word "the good die young" in English

What does "the good die young" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

the good die young

US /ðə ɡʊd daɪ jʌŋ/
UK /ðə ɡʊd daɪ jʌŋ/
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Idiom

a proverb suggesting that virtuous or kind people often pass away at an early age

Example:
He was only thirty when he passed away; it's true what they say, the good die young.
Everyone was devastated by the loss of such a kind soul, but the good die young.