Minzy has written a long letter on Instagram following her departure from 2NE1 to personally relay her apology to fans who were disappointed in her choice to leave the group.

She stated how much she has learned from her experiences with 2NE1, apologized for fans who might have been hurt with her decision, and relayed her desire to promote from now on as Minzy Kong.  You can read the full letter below:

"Hello, this is Minzy.

It is with a sincere heart that I write to you all.

First, I would like to apologize to all those who expressed shock at the news of my departure. 

It is after careful consideration and much deliberation that I have decided to pursue a new journey as an artist named Minzy Kong.

Ever since debuting with 2NE1 at the young age of 16, I have been grateful for the wonderful memories I shared with incredible fans worldwide. These experiences were undeniably precious and I take none of them for granted. Thank you all for helping me grow as an artist.

I promise to work even harder to return before you all with an improved and more honest version of myself.

Through a renewed vision and hard work, I hope to reciprocate the love, dedication, and support that you have shown me. 

Thank you to all the fans, family, and friends who have shown me their love and concern.

I promise to return soon.

love, Minzy"

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Hello, this is Minzy. It is with a sincere heart that I write to you all. First, I would like to apologize to all those who expressed shock at the news of my departure. It is after careful consideration and much deliberation that I have decided to pursue a new journey as an artist named Minzy Kong. Ever since debuting with 2NE1 at the young age of 16, I have been grateful for the wonderful memories I shared with incredible fans worldwide. These experiences were undeniably precious and I take none of them for granted. Thank you all for helping me grow as an artist. I promise to work even harder to return before you all with an improved and more honest version of myself. Through a renewed vision and hard work, I hope to reciprocate the love, dedication, and support that you have shown me. Thank you to all the fans, family, and friends who have shown me their love and concern. I promise to return soon. love, Minzy

A photo posted by MINZY (@_minzy_mz) on May 4, 2016 at 8:03am PDT