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9 Musicians Who Were Shockingly Dropped From Their Record Labels

August 3, 2016 by Keren Leshem
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Singers have got. it. made. Millions of fans, tons of fame, and adoration from everyone. But don't be fooled, some of your favorite artists have felt rejection once or twice.

There are a bunch of celebs who have been dropped from record labels, and we've rounded them up here.

Lady Gaga was once dropped by Def Jam Records back in 2005, but that clearly didn't stop her from getting what she wanted! Click through to see which singers have gotten the boot from their recording contracts--->

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You wouldn't think anyone in their right mind would reject Destiny's Child, right?! Well... back before they made girl group and R&B history, Kelly, Michelle, and Beyonce were signed to Elektra Records to record their first album - and then dropped. HUGE mistake!

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You wouldn't believe it, but Katy Perry was dropped from her record label. She was dropped by Columbia Records when she was just starting out - they let her go when she was 80% through with her debut album - what?!

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"Candy Shop" rapper 50 Cent was also dropped from Columbia Records because they thought that his whole "shot nine times" backstory would tarnish his reputation. Big mistake!

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Bruno Mars has felt the burn of rejection once, too! In 2004, the pop legend was dropped by Motown Records - what?!

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Our favorite! In 2007, the Jonas Brothers were dropped from Columbia Records, and then later signed to Disney's Hollywood Record. Clearly, Disney was a good move for the JoBros!

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Glee star Naya Rivera was dropped from Columbia Records after her single "Sorry" fell short and she never completed a full album.

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Before her days on The View, Disney Channel star Raven Symoné had a good thing going, until she was dropped from Hollywood Records because her sales weren't that great at the end of her Disney career.

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British singer Cher Lloyd is apparently/maybe/possibly getting dropped from her record label, Epic Records. Her songs just aren't doing as well in the U.S. since her hit "Want U Back," and her name is gone from the company's website... hmmm?!

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Vittoria Ceretti with Leonardo DiCaprio at a glamorous event.
Emma Stone attending the Annual Actor Awards in elegant attire.
Salma Hayek at the 12th Annual Breakthrough Prize Ceremony.
Kate Middleton during a state visit, showcasing royal fashion.
Ariana Grande shining at the Golden Globes in a chic dress.
Kylie Jenner in a sleek black outfit at the 2025 Met Gala.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce appearing together at an event.
Ivanka Trump with Jared Kushner at a public appearance.
Brad Pitt and Ines De Ramon at the F1 movie premiere.
Bad Bunny performing or attending the Grammys in style.
Angelina Jolie receiving the Trophee Chopard Award gracefully.
Selena Gomez at the 3rd Annual Rare Impact Fund Benefit.
Brad Pitt attending F1 World Premiere with Ines de Ramon
Queen Camilla with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle at an event
Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift spotted together at a game
Barack and Michelle Obama with daughters Malia and Sasha
Britney Spears at the 4th Annual Hollywood Beauty Awards
Savannah Guthrie hosting the Today Show segment
Beyoncé and Jay-Z together at a public event