Just When We Thought We Knew Her Plan, Kelly Clarkson Stuns “The Voice” World with an Audacious Decision Post-Season 29 Confirmation!

“My music is such a huge part of my journey. Knowing these songs will continue to be heard and discovered by new generations means everything to me,” Clarkson said of the deal.

Kelly Clarkson performs during the 2024 Rockefeller Center Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 04, 2024 in New York City. Michael Loccisano/Getty Images

Kelly Clarkson has sold a stake in her catalog to HarborView equity partners, the company announced on Thursday, the latest high profile deal in the music acquisition world.

HarbourView said Thursday that the deal includes a portion of Clarkson’s biggest hits including “Since U Been Gone,” “Because of You,” “Stronger (What Doesn’t Kill You),” “Behind These Hazel Eyes,” and “Underneath the Tree.” The company didn’t specify in its announcement what type of rights it acquired, how much of a stake the company now owns or how much HarbourView paid. A rep for HarbourView didn’t immediately reply to request for comment.

“My music is such a huge part of my journey – not just professionally, but personally,” Clarkson said in a statement. “Knowing these songs will continue to be heard and discovered by new generations means everything to me. I’m grateful to HarbourView for valuing and supporting this catalogue the way they do.”

Clarkson is widely celebrated as one of the greatest vocalists of all time and one of the best-selling artists in modern pop music. Getting her start as the first-ever winner on American Idol, she’s also prominent in TV, hosting her daytime Kelly Clarkson Show and also serving as a judge on The Voice, which was just confirmed for its 29th season yesterday.

The Clarkson deal is just the latest for HarbourView this year. As The Hollywood Reporter first reported back in May, the company had also purchased recorded royalty rights from prolific producer-songwriter Rodney “Darkchild” Jerkins. Other deals HarbourView has closed have included the works of T-Pain, Pat Benatar, Kane Brown, Luis Fonsi, James Fauntleroy, Wiz Khalifa and Christine McVie of Fleetwood Mac among others.

“Kelly Clarkson is a one-of-a-kind artist whose voice and songwriting have left a permanent mark on music and pop culture. In addition to her musical genius, Kelly is a multi-hyphenate in entertainment, which is very aligned with our platform at HarbourView which invests across the broad entertainment segment,” Sherrese Clarke, Founder and CEO of HarbourView Equity Partners, said in a statement. “Her catalogue is filled with anthems that have defined moments for millions of people. We’re thrilled to partner with Kelly and help ensure these songs continue resonating for decades to come.”