Two of music’s biggest ladies have teamed up for a potential Song of the Summer contender. This time, it’s Taylor Swift and meteoric up-and-coming rapper Ice Spice, who are teaming up to deliver a remix of Swift’s “Midnights” track, “Karma,” which has been gaining steady traction on radio. Rising to No. 32. Billboard Hot 100 after debuting on the chart in November 2022.
in an interview with Spotify Regarding the remix, Swift revealed that the collab came about naturally as both she and Ice Spice were fans of each other. “She reached out through her team, saying, ‘Hey, Ice has been a huge fan of Taylor since she was a little kid, she’d love to collaborate if something like that ever happened.’ And I was constantly listening to him… So I immediately got his number and said, ‘Hey, would you like to do your version of ‘Karma’? Are you into it?’ So she jumped in the head.”
Swift praised Ice Spice as an artist, saying, “Getting to know her has been very special because I am blown away by her. In my opinion, she is one to watch. Given her work ethic and how much she Thoughtfully pursuing her career, she’s like my new favorite artist, and I’m so honored she’s on the song.”
One elephant in the room that won’t go unnoticed is that Swift’s rumored new boyfriend, The 1975’s Matty Healy, has been embroiled in controversy for comments he made about the “Boys a Liar, Pt. 2” rapper. Is.
Whatever happened to Ice Spice and Matty Healy?
During his appearance on “The Adam Friedland Show” in February, Healy mentioned that he had messaged with Ice Spice on Instagram. Hosts Friedland and Nick Mullen responded with a blistering onslaught of racist insults about Ice Spice, calling her an “Inuit Spice Girl” and a “chubby Chinese woman” before mocking her Chinese and Hawaiian accents, prompting Healy to laugh. Nothing else.
Fellow English alt-rock artist Yungblud called out Healy, Friedland and Mullen for their behaviour. Twitter on February 11, writing, “It’s nice to hear three privileged white dudes sit around and blow up a young black female artist.” But Healy did not repent, but responded with a Instagram Video rant making fun of artist.
In April, however, Healy changed his tune, apologizing to Ice Spice during a performance in Auckland, New Zealand. “I never meant to hurt anyone,” he said (via Twitter, “I’m sorry if I offended you and Ice Spice, I’m sorry. It’s not because I’m offended that I was mocked, it’s because I don’t want Ice Spice to think I’m am* C.C.I love you, Ice Spice. I’m so sorry. I don’t want anything to be misunderstood. I don’t mind being a little clown. ..but I don’t want to be understood as mean “
Taylor Swift & Ice Spice’s “Karma” Remix Earth
Swift’s “Karma” is all about… well, karma—the idea that one’s actions will decide their fate. On the track, Swift uses the euphemism, “I keep my side of the street clear,” implying that she tries to make good choices in life so that she can feel confident that karma is on her side, while Those who stand against him cannot. “Karma is a comforting thought, don’t you envy it’s not for you?” She sings in the chorus.
The song takes on new layers in light of Healy’s controversial appearance on “The Adam Friedland Show” and Ice Spice’s involvement, whether intentional or not.
Ice Spice has yet to directly address Healy’s comments or his apology. Still, some fans think she may have gotten her lick back, subtly (and appropriately) rapping at one point in her “Karma” remix verse, “You pretty white flags for that cash.” Wavin’, finnin’ thinkin’ ya save, now you change your behavior. It’s okay, baby, you don’t need to worry, deeds are never lazy, so I keep my head up, keep my bread up However, it is worth noting that it is unclear when Swift and Ice Spice actually recorded this collaboration, and whether Swift or the rapper knew about Healy’s appearance on “The Adam Friedland Show” at the time. Was it or not
Ahead, watch Swift and Ice Spice’s “Karma” remix and read the lyrics, then decide for yourself what they mean.
Taylor Swift & Ice Spice’s “Karma” Remix Lyrics
Introduction (Ice Spice)
karma is that girl, like
verse 1 (Swift)
you’re bullshitting for the hell of it
addicted to betrayal, but you’re relevant
you’re afraid to look down
‘Cause if you dare, you’ll dazzle
you burned it all to get there
it’s coming back
pre Chorus (Swift)
and i keep my street corner clean
you don’t know what i mean
chorus (Swift)
‘Cause karma is my lover
karma is a god
Karma is the wind in my hair on the weekend
karma is a comforting thought
Aren’t you jealous it’s not for you?
Sweet as honey, Karma is the cat
purring in my lap because it loves me
flexing like a goddamn acrobat
me and karma are the same
verse 2 (Ice Spice)
Karma is ‘about to bounce’ of your check
karma is a fire in your house
and she pops up unannounced
and she never leaves you alone
watch him put his opponents on the throne
You’re waving the pretty white flag for that cash
Thinkin’ it’ll save you, now you change your behavior
Well baby, you don’t need to worry, karma is never lazy
So, I keep my head up, I keep my bread up, I won’t give up
Promise that you’ll never try for less than anyone
I’m pulling that wagon, Karma’s winning that beauty pageant, Home
chorus (Swift)
‘Cause karma is my lover
karma is a god
Karma is the wind in my hair on the weekend
karma is a comforting thought
Aren’t you jealous it’s not for you?
Sweet as honey, Karma is the cat
purring in my lap because it loves me
flexing like a goddamn acrobat
me and karma are the same
Bridge (Swift and Ice Spice)
ask me what i learned from all those years
ask me what i earned with those tears
ask me why so many fade away but i’m still here
(I’m still here, I’m still here)
‘Cause karma is thunder
rattlin’ your turf
karma is like a bounty hunter on your scent
and karma’s gonna track you down
step by step, city by city
Sweet as justice, Karma is queen
Karma takes all my friends to the top
karma is the man on the screen
coming straight to my house
chorus (Swift)
‘Cause karma is my lover
karma is a god
Karma is the wind in my hair on the weekend
karma is a comforting thought
Aren’t you jealous it’s not for you?
Sweet as honey, Karma is the cat
purring in my lap because it loves me
Goddamn flexing like an acrobat
me and karma vibe like
Did (Swift and Ice Spice)
karma is my boyfriend
karma is a god
karma is my bestie
karma is a comforting thought
karma will hold you down
