Seoul: P NATION announced that Jessi would be leaving the agency following the expiration of her contract. As Jessi was the first artist to be signed to the relatively young agency back in 2019, many fans were surprised by the news of her departure.
Later that night, Jessi took to Instagram to personally clear up some of the rumours regarding her departure. In addition to clarifying that she was not retiring from the industry, the singer also noted that she had not left P NATION on bad terms, emphasizing that she still loved the agency “for life.”
On July 6, the agency released the following statement:
Hello. This is P NATION.
First of all, we express deep gratitude to everyone who has sent much love and interest to Jessi.
We inform you that our exclusive contract with Jessi recently expired.
Being with P NATION since the beginning until now as P NATION’s first artist, Jessi has secured her position as an artist who is loved by more fans through her warm passion and endless efforts. That process and her achievements became positive and enjoyable sources of motivation for every member of P NATION.
We will continue to cheer on Jessi’s future path as an artist, and we will continuously support her diverse activities.
We thank the many fans who cherish Jessi, and we ask that you continue to send warm encouragement and support.
Jessi’s full statement is as follows:
I understand people can make assumptions right now based on my current situation… but the truth shall reveal itself in a matter of time..
Respectfully… please give me some time to collect my thoughts and breathe a bit.. (I haven’t rested since 2005) but one thing for sure is that this GIRL is NOT retiring. I’m only getting started. Thank you Jebbies [Jessi’s fandom] for your unconditional love and support.. And lastly love you P NATION for life.
Check out Jessi’s Instagram post, below:
