Summarised by Centrist
Australian pop singer and former doctor Iyah May, also known as Marguerite Clark, has split from her manager and record label after refusing to alter the lyrics of her viral song Karmageddon.
The song critiques Big Pharma, COVID policies, cancel culture, and societal division.
“Man-made virus, watch the millions die, biggest profit of their lives, here’s inflation, that’s your prize—this is Karmageddon,” May sings in the chorus, channelling her frustration with what she calls a “divided world and deceitful corporations.”
May, who worked as a doctor during the pandemic, said the lyrics reflect her personal struggles, including career impacts and isolation due to her views. “For a long time, I felt isolated with my opinions,” she shared.
Since going independent, May claims her song has faced challenges, including shadow banning on Facebook. Despite this, Karmageddon has gained millions of views on X, resonating with those disillusioned by recent events.
“It’s crazy how speaking truth can make people crazy,” she said, adding that the outpouring of global support has shown many feel unseen and excluded.
