Bree Runway is embarking on a new chapter as an independent artist.

The eclectic songstress has been making waves on a global scale with bops such as ‘Hot Hot,’ ‘ATM,’ and ‘Somebody Like You.’ She’s also collaborated with the likes of Lady Gaga, Missy Elliott, as well as Khalid and recently wrapped a stint touring with Lizzo.

However, for all the buzz, many have been awaiting that all-important breakout moment for the London-based star. And Bree herself has been vocal about the hurdles in recent interviews.

Now, she’s gone public with the announcement that she’s departed Universal’s EMI Records.

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In an open letter to fans shared on social media, the performer wrote:

“yes there have been cuts along the way but in no way am I here to bleed out to you all, but I do think it’s important I share with you why I’ve been so uncharacteristically silent recently. I’ve decided to part ways with my label EMI records, Universal. I’m now independent. I feel it’s the absolute best thing for my career right now. The system truly does have a way of wearing on you, especially as a young black woman you really are up against it, naturally or perhaps, unnaturally resources are capped for us or we have to fight a million times harder for them aswell as having to fight 10x harder for our spots, it’s like all I’ve known is fight, fight, fight. I’m tired and for once I’m honouring that. Right now I’m spending time being delicate and loving to myself, I’m choosing to give myself rest and i’m really enjoying the space I’m in.”

She continued:

“I also don’t want to create music with the rat race mentality that artists in the system subconsciously develop, and I no longer want any desperate agendas attached to my music, I want to reel it in and take it all back to love of music. You can’t go wrong when your art is birthed this way, it’s only greatness that will follow especially when you’ve always been destined for it. I deserve the best of me and so do you guys, give me a lil second to put some life and colour back into my process of creating. love you all, please just be patient with me.

BR”

Bree is a force – one capable and deserving of so much more. Here’s hoping new pastures bring the success and recognition she is due.

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