As 1/3 of the super successful group Destiny's Child, Kelly Rowland had it all. But unfortunately, as a solo artist, it seems as though the R&B singer has had a harder time receiving the same first class treatment. According to a press release that Columbia Records issued yesterday (March 30), Kelly Rowland is no longer recording for Columbia as a solo artist.

"As a solo artist, I felt the need to explore new directions, new challenges and new freedoms outside my comfort zone and my friends and family at Columbia Records have been incredibly understanding about my evolution," Rowland said in the statement.

News of Kelly's situation comes just two months after she fired her manager, Matthew Knowles, also known as Beyonce's dad. Knowles released a statement not to long after the two parted ways. "After a very positive meeting between Kelly Rowland and myself, we have amicably agreed to end our professional relationship," said Knowles. "As an artist, Kelly has incredible talent and I oly wish her the best. We will always be family, first and foremost, and, as a dad, I only have love for Kelly."

Kelly has released two solo albums on Columbia Records since Destiny's Child disbanded. Her first solo album, "Simply Deep" was released in 2002, and sold over three million copies following the success of her #1 single "Dilemma." But her second album, "Ms. Kelly," did not do as well.

In the statement, Rob Stringer, CEO of the Columbia/Epic Label group tries to clear up rumors that Kelly was dropped. "The decision for Kelly to seek other opportunities for her solo career was agreed upon mutually, and any reports for the contrary are false."

As a member of Destiny's Child, Kelly will continue to be signed to Columbia. "It has been a privilege and a pleasure to work with Kelly and we will continue our relationship with her under the Destiny's Child moniker," said Stringer.