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Taeyeon Renews SM Entertainment Contract, Extending 19-Year Partnership

SM Entertainment says it will back her push as a global artist.

Overview

  • The agency announced the renewal in a Friday press release, calling her a "cherished artist."
  • SM pledged continued support so she may "shine ever more as a global artist."
  • Taeyeon debuted as Girls' Generation's leader in 2007 before launching a solo career with the EP "I" in 2015.
  • She built a reputation as a leading K-pop vocalist with hits including "I" (2015), "11:11" (2016) and "Fine" (2017).
  • She recently issued the compilation "Panorama: The Best of Taeyeon" to mark her solo 10th anniversary.