In a historic announcement today, Megan Thee Stallion and Warner Music Group (Nasdaq: WMG) revealed a pioneering agreement that sets a new standard in the music industry. This innovative deal not only allows the Houston native to maintain her independence as a musician but also provides access to Warner Music Group’s global services, ranging from radio promotion to worldwide marketing.
Under this groundbreaking arrangement, Megan will enjoy distribution and resources from Warner Music while retaining full ownership of her masters and publishing. The three-time Grammy-winning artist will release her music through Hot Girl Productions, her independent music and entertainment entity, while simultaneously collaborating with Warner Music and its international affiliates. Megan will have complete creative control over her music releases and the option to integrate artists signed to her imprint into the extensive WMG ecosystem.
Expressing her excitement, Megan stated, “This is the beginning of an exciting new chapter of my life and career. I’m really focused on building an empire and growing as an entrepreneur, so I’m proud to take this next step in my journey and work with Max Lousada and the entire Warner Music Group team in this new capacity. I know we’re going to create history together.”
Max Lousada, CEO of WMG Recorded Music, praised Megan’s artistic prowess and entrepreneurial spirit, stating, “Meg is not just a superstar; she’s an artistic force and a mogul in the making – authentic and unapologetic in defining her own unique place in the cultural landscape.” Lousada emphasized the commitment of Warner Music Group to provide an environment where original talents can explore both creativity and entrepreneurialism while building long-term careers.
Desiree Perez, CEO of Roc Nation, applauded Megan’s trailblazing spirit and predicted that this collaboration with Warner Music Group would reshape the music industry, empowering independent artists to follow Megan’s lead in claiming their power.
The announcement comes on the heels of Megan’s latest single, “HISS,” which rapidly ascended to No. 1 on Apple Music’s Global charts, Spotify’s U.S. charts, iTunes, and YouTube Trending within the first week of its highly-anticipated release. Notably, this track marks Megan’s second solo release through Hot Girl Productions, following the success of her November 2023 single, “Cobra,” which focused on mental health and the importance of shedding the past to embrace new beginnings.
