For nearly 15 years, the members of EXO, a globally acclaimed male group, have been an integral part of the music industry, bringing joy and inspiration to millions of fans around the world. However, behind the glitz and glamour, they have endured years of exploitation and mistreatment under the management of SM Entertainment and Kakao. This petition seeks to secure their release from exclusive contracts that have long stifled their creative freedom.

The members of EXO have consistently expressed their desire to make their own music, explore diverse paths, and achieve creative independence. Yet, they find themselves restricted by long-standing contracts that bind them to terms that no longer serve their artistic goals and aspirations. It is time to recognize their right to forge their own paths and allow them the freedom to pursue their passions without unwarranted constraints.

Statistics show that exclusive contracts in the entertainment industry often inhibit artists' potential, limiting their expression and career growth. It is not uncommon for artists in similar situations to face burnout and dissatisfaction due to these restrictive agreements. Recent reports and personal testimonies highlight how such contracts disproportionately favor the companies, exploiting the artists, and leaving them little room for personal and creative agency.

By releasing EXO from these binding agreements, we are advocating not just for their freedom, but for the freedom of all artists who find themselves in similar situations. This action would set a precedent for how artists should be treated, promoting fair practice within the industry and ensuring artists can pursue their genuine artistic vision.

We call upon SM Entertainment and Kakao to respect the wishes of EXO and their legions of supporters, also known as EXO-Ls. Release the exclusive contracts and allow the members to embark on new journeys where they can fully express their creativity and make music that resonates both personally and universally.

By signing this petition, you are standing in solidarity with EXO and all artists bound by limiting contracts. Your signature is a step towards a more equitable and liberated artistic landscape.