CL Joins ‘Musical Soul Mate’ Teddy at THEBLACKLABEL, Set for November Comeback

CL, a solo artist and former member of 2NE1, is teaming up once again with producer Teddy, her “musical soul mate.”

CL reunites with Teddy and begins a new chapter at THEBLACKLABEL

THEBLACKLABEL officially announced on the 13th that it had signed an exclusive contract with CL, adding that she is stepping up preparations to meet fans around the world, with a new song targeted for release this month. Founded in 2016 by Teddy, a former YG Entertainment producer, THEBLACKLABEL is home to a roster of leading K-pop artists, including Taeyang, Rosé, Jeon Somi and MEOVV. CL is said to have decided to join the label based on the deep trust she has built with Teddy over many years of working together musically, dating back to her time with 2NE1.

Dynamic partnership helped lead 2NE1 to glory; fans anticipate new musical synergy

The reunion has drawn keen interest from K-pop fans. CL debuted in 2009 as the leader of 2NE1 and helped open new horizons for girl groups with numerous hit songs produced by Teddy, including “Fire,” “I Don’t Care” and “I Am the Best.” She established herself as a distinctive force not only through the group’s work but also as a solo artist, demonstrating exceptional songwriting, composition and production skills. In particular, her 2016 solo track “LIFTED” entered the Billboard Hot 100, the U.S. magazine’s main singles chart, showcasing her global influence. All eyes are now on the musical synergy she will create under Teddy’s leadership.

Joining a major label after seven years; global solo queen poised to soar

The exclusive contract is also significant because CL has joined a major label for the first time in about seven years, since leaving her former agency, YG Entertainment, in November 2019 to pursue an independent career. She has continued to show her enduring strength, founding her own agency, Very Cherry, in 2020 and personally making 2NE1’s full-group performance at Coachella in the United States in 2022—a reunion stage that came after six years and four months. There is now keen anticipation over what she will do next with a new agency equipped with a structured system. THEBLACKLABEL said, “We will provide CL, who is embarking on another leap forward as an artist, with our full support so she can pursue active endeavors across a wide range of fields.”