It has been confirmed that Girls’ Generation’s Taeyeon will continue her relationship with SM Entertainment, the company she has been with since her debut.
We are happy to be working with our precious artist Taeyeon once again, building on the trust and bond established over many years. We will continue to provide support to Taeyeon so she can shine even brighter as a global artist.
— SM
Taeyeon debuted as a member of Girls’ Generation in 2007 and made her solo debut in 2015, releasing many hit songs including “I,” “Spark,” “INVU,” and more.
Most recently, she celebrated her 10th solo debut anniversary by releasing her first compilation album, Panorama: The Best of TAEYEON.
However, news of her contract renewal garnered much criticism from fans.
that one colleague who always complains about their company and never resign https://t.co/5CfT8Be56j
— rosie. (@taterosies) January 9, 2026
우리 탱구는 진짜 다른곳 갈데가 없나..? 스엠 제발 일 좀 똑바로 하자 https://t.co/c8VzfEYUio
— imrei (@ddaengjjeong) January 9, 2026
Is there really no other place for her to go? SM, please do your work correctly.
올해 졸라 기대할거임 실망시키지마 너네 https://t.co/VhTIaeiiZQ
— 필쏘파인 (@serenity_tg) January 9, 2026
I’m going to be looking forward to things, don’t let me down.
i hope she gave them hell in the negotiations because she deserves so much better https://t.co/wWRHI4j0nb
— 🪼 ∘ (@miushot) January 9, 2026
Previously, SM was called out for suddenly canceling Taeyeon’s concerts in Japan due to the most ridiculous reason.
SM Entertainment Under Fire For Cancelling Girls Generation Taeyeon’s Concert For The Most “WTF” Reason
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