Colbie Caillat says she’s leaving her country band Gone West


Colbie Caillat goes on.

The 35-year-old singer announced on Wednesday that she and her bandmate Justin Young have chosen to disband the country music group.

“After much thought during this time, Justin and I decided to leave Gone West,” the ‘Bubbly’ singer shared on Instagram. “Creative collaborations, especially with friends, are sometimes rewarding and challenging, and while this was not an easy decision, we know that ending the band was the right thing to do.”

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Gone West was also made up of Jason Reeves and Nelly Joy, who are married.

Caillat and Young, 41, dated 10 years ago and engaged in 2015. They announced the end of their relationship earlier this year.

In her message regarding the band, Caillat insists that she and Justin “will make music together forever” and remain “best friends”.

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“We are so proud of the music that the four of us have created together over the past three years,” she continued. “‘Canyons’ is an album that we truly love and cherish. Every song contains so much truth in the experiences we all go through in life.”

Following this, the musician expanded out thanks to fans of the band, as well as music venues and creative teams with which they worked.

Colbie Caillat and Justin Young.  (Photo by Jim Spellman / Getty Images)

Colbie Caillat and Justin Young. (Photo by Jim Spellman / Getty Images)

“Here’s what adventure comes next,” the post concluded.

Young shared a screenshot of his ex’s message and added his own title.

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“So many unforgettable experiences and opportunities for growth,” he wrote. “Thank you for being a part of Gone West and for the support and love we have received from so many of you.”

“Imua,” he continued, which, according to Google Translate, means “straight ahead” in Hawaii.

Country rock band, pictured, Gone West, consists of Colbie Caillat, left, Jason Reeves and Justin Young, center, and Nelly Joy, right.

Country rock band, pictured, Gone West, consists of Colbie Caillat, left, Jason Reeves and Justin Young, center, and Nelly Joy, right.
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The couple announced the end of their relationship in April with another note on Instagram.

‘This is difficult for us to share, but we want to be honest with you all. After 10 wonderful years, Justin and I ended our relationship. We started as best friends and we will continue to be best friends. And we will continue to work and make music together, as we always have, ”read the message.

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She added: “It will be hard, but often the hard choice is the right choice and the path that each of us can move forward and grow. We remain overwhelmed with gratitude for our love and time together.”