Lizzo Signs With Warner Chappell Music
• Warner Chappell Music (WCM) has entered into a global publishing administration agreement with rising superstar Lizzo, covering her existing and future work.
Lizzo’s critically acclaimed debut album on Atlantic Records, Cuz I Love You, has been declared an instant classic, generating upbeat, melodic anthems like “Juice” and “Truth Hurts.” The album reached No. 6 on the Billboard 200chart in the U.S. as well as breaking into the top of the charts in Australia, Ireland, Scotland, and the UK.
Warner Chappell Music Co-Chair & CEO, Guy Moot said, “Lizzo is a truly original artist and songwriter, blessed with a powerhouse voice and effortless flow. She’s a leader among a new generation of talent shaping pop music, and we’re delighted she’s chosen to be with Warner Chappell.” WCM’s President of A&R, U.S., Ryan Press, commented, “Lizzo is unapologetically her bold, clever, creative self at all times. Her energy, honesty, and positivity are infectious, and as a songwriter, rapper & singer, she is doing things that no one else is doing.”
Lizzo said, “Songwriting has always been a passion of mine even before I started singing, rapping or playing the flute. Having people connect to my lyrics is one of the most rewarding things about creating music and I’m so honored that Warner Chappell is giving me this platform to do what I love. Partnering with Ryan, Guy, Marc and the talented team at Warner Chappell is a dream because they truly understand and respect my craft. Their support means the world to me and I’m excited to be a part of the team.”
Pictured, (l-r): Brandra Ringo, Sr. Dir. of Urban A&R, WCM; Carianne Marshall, Co-Chair & COO, WCM; Lizzo; Ryan Press, and Marc Wilson, Sr. Dir. of A&R, WCM. [Photo Credit: Michel Faliski]
