Kelly Clarkson has officially sold a portion of her music catalogue to HarbourView Equity Partners, a move that has surprised fans and industry insiders alike. The deal includes several of her most defining tracks such as Since U Been Gone, Because of You, Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You), and Behind These Hazel Eyes, songs that not only shaped her career but also became anthems of the 2000s.
The 43-year-old singer confirmed the sale in a statement, reflecting on the emotional weight of her decision. “My music is such a huge part of my journey, not just professionally, but personally,” she said. “Knowing these songs will continue to be heard and discovered by new generations means everything to me.”
While the financial details of the agreement remain undisclosed, Clarkson’s partnership with HarbourView signals a growing trend of artists monetising their music legacies. The firm, led by CEO Sherrese Clarke, specialises in investing across music, media, and sports, and has been actively acquiring valuable catalogues in recent years. Clarke praised Clarkson’s influence, calling her “a one-of-a-kind artist” whose work “has defined moments for millions.”
Clarkson rose to fame as the first-ever winner of American Idol in 2002, but she recently revealed she had no idea the show was even for television when she auditioned. “I didn’t even know it was a TV show until my third audition,” she shared on a podcast, explaining that at 19, she was just trying to pay her bills.
With this sale, Clarkson joins a growing list of stars cashing in on their past hits, ensuring their music lives on but now, under new ownership.
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