David Archuleta Taking 2-Year Music Hiatus

David Archuleta is ready to embark on a 2-year career hiatus to serve as a Mormon missionary in South America.

“It’s been a very emotional last week,” the 21-year-old singer says in a video posted on his YouTube page, adding that he’s been busy packing. “I’m going to miss everybody.”

“It means so much to know that you guys continue to show your support,” David tells his fans. “I hope you guys enjoy the new music that will be coming out that we worked hard on. We’ve done our best to make it all it can be before I leave.”

“I will see you all in two years,” he says, before signing off with, “God bless. Take care.”