Scooter Braun steps down from role as music manager

“As my children got older, and my personal Iife took some hits, I came to the realization that my kids were 3 superstars I wasn’t willing to lose. The sacrifices I was once willing to make I could no longer justify. It was time to step into a new role.“

As one of the most well-known music managers in the industry, Scooter Braun has made a name for himself managing the likes of Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato and more. After 23 years in the job, he took to socials to announce his departure from the role, now stepping into the role as CEO of Hybe America (the American division of South Korean multinational entertainment company). In his statement, he goes into depth as to what influenced his decision, even mentioning some electronic superstars along the way.

“I was excited the first time I heard Animals with Martin Garrix, and learned a new world with David Guetta and Steve Angello.“

Leading up the announcement, Braun posted a series of photos from his career so far, all with the caption ’23 years.’ Starting off, he said:

“23 years. That’s how long I have been a music manager. 23 years ago a 19 year old kid started managing an artist named Cato in Atlanta, GA and my journey began. Along the way I have had so many experiences I could never have dreamt of. I have been blessed to have had a “Forrest Gump”-like life while witnessing and taking part in the journeys of some of the most extraordinarily talented people the world has ever seen. I’m constantly pinching myself and asking “how did I get here?” And after 23 years this chapter as a music manager has come to an end.“

To read his full statement and see what’s next for Scooter Braun, see his post here.