"I’ve always tried my best and I will continue to try my best."

Jay Park has stepped down as CEO of AOMG and H1GHR MUSIC. The rapper shared the news via his social media accounts on 31 December, revealing that he has given the decision a lot of thought and has taken his time to gather his emotions about the surprising announcement. Park will remain as an advisor to the companies he co-founded with Cha Cha Malone. 

“I got your back 도장이 지워져도” ❤️🙏 Jay Park as Aomg CEO 2013-2021 as H1ghr Ceo 2017-2021 love you all 🙏❤️ pic.twitter.com/6wyo9rHTEN

— JAY BUM PARK (@JAYBUMAOM) December 31, 2021

Read the full statement here:

After a lot of thought and taking time to organize my emotions I’ve decided to step down as the CEO of AOMG and H1GHR MUSIC. I know this may be shocking to a lot of people but I will remain as an advisor for both labels and we will continue to be a family and a crew. I want to thank all the fans that have trusted in me and supported me in all my endeavors and I hope you guys continue to support Aomg, H1ghr Music, and I and all the things we do for many years to come. As for all the Artists and employees at AOMG and H1ghr music, I want to sincerely thank you guys for entrusting your futures at these two labels that i’ve founded and it’s really an honor to build this together and to continue to make history side by side. I don’t take it for granted for one second and it will always be near and dear to my heart. I'm not perfect but I’ve always tried my best and I will continue to try my best. I love you all. Thank you and Happy new year.

AOMG and H1GHR MUSIC are currently home to the likes of GOT7's JAY B and YUGYEOM, Hoody, GRAY, Lee Hi, Punchnello, and more.

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Aside from this new phase in AOMG and H1GHR MUSIC, Park is also welcoming the new year with the release of his new single 'To Life'.

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