Karma (Remix) by Taylor Swift featuring Ice Spice is a vigorous pop anthem that speaks to the consequences of bad actions and decisions. Released on May 26, 2023, the song's lyrics are bold and empowering, with a catchy beat that keeps listeners hooked. The track opens with an intro from Ice Spice describing Karma as "that girl," setting up the central theme of what follows. Taylor Swift then comes in strong with verse one, calling out those who talk negatively for attention or stay addicted to betrayal - "You're talking shit for the hell of it/Addicted to betrayal but you're relevant." She further emphasizes how people fear looking down because they'll see everyone they burned just to get there - "You're terrified to look down/'Cause if you dare you'll see the glare/Of everyone you burned just to get there."
Throughout the song, Taylor emphasizes her commitment towards keeping things clean while reassuring listeners that Karma will come back around. In addition, she personifies karma throughout different lines in each chorus section- highlighting everything sweet like honey or relaxing thoughts – "Karma is my boyfriend/Karma is a god/Karma's a breeze in my hair on weekends," showing her sense of control over any situation life throws at her.
Ice Spice takes over in verse two and reinforces Swift’s message by highlighting different scenarios where karma has caught up with people unpreparedly: “Karma is your checks by bounce/Karma is fire in your house.” This helps bring home Taylor’s point: no matter how hard people try; their actions always have consequences. Overall, Karma (Remix) showcases both artists' talents through its dynamic lyrics delivered flawlessly atop an infectious beat. The song's message resonates well across all ages since we've all experienced some form of negative behavior from others or ourselves at some point. With this song playing on repeat after listening once, it's clear that Taylor Swift and Ice Spice have created an instant classic.
You're talking shit for the hell of it
Addicted to betrayal, but you're relevant
You're terrified to look down
'Cause if you dare, you'll see the glare
Of everyone you burned just to get there
It's comin' back around
And I keep my side of the street clean
You wouldn't know what I mean
'Cause karma is my boyfriend
Karma is a god
Karma is the breeze in my hair on the weekend
Karma's a relaxing thought
Aren't you envious that for you it's not?
Sweet like honey, karma is a cat
Purring in my lap 'cause it loves me
Flexing like a goddamn acrobat
Me and karma vibe like that
Karma is your checks by the bounce (Damn)
Karma is the fire in your house (Grrah)
And she 'bout to pop up unannounced (Like)
And she never leavin' you alone (Damn)
Watch it put your opps on the throne (Yeah)
Got you wavin' pretty white flags, fienin' for that cash
Thinkin' it'll save ya, now you switchin' up your behaviour
It's okay, baby, you ain't gotta worry, karma never gets lazy
So, I keep my head up, my bread up, I won't let up (Never)
Promise that you'll never endeavor with nothin' lesser (Ever, ever)
I be draggin' that wagon, karma is a beauty
Winning that pageant, yeah
'Cause karma is my boyfriend (And)
Karma is a god
Karma is the breeze in my hair on the weekend
Karma's a relaxing thought
Aren't you envious that for you it's not?
Sweet like honey, karma is a cat
Purring in my lap 'cause it loves me
Flexing like a goddamn acrobat
Me and karma vibe like that (Grrah)
Ask me what I learned from all those years
Ask me what I earned from all those tears
Ask me why so many fade, but I'm still here
(I'm still here, I'm still here)
'Cause karma is the thunder
Rattlin' your ground
Karma's on your scent like a bounty hunter
And karma's gonna track you down
Step by step, from town to town
Sweet like justice, karma is a queen
Karma takes all my friends to the summit (Facts)
Karma is the guy on the screen
Coming straight home to me
'Cause karma is my boyfriend (Karma is my boyfriend)
Karma is a god (Yeah)
Karma is the breeze in my hair on the weekend (Weekend)
Karma's a relaxing thought
Aren't you envious that for you it's not?
Sweet like honey, karma is a cat
Purring in my lap 'cause it loves me
Flexing like a goddamn acrobat
Me and karma vibe like that
Karma is my boyfriend
Karma is a god (Ah)
Karma is my bestie (Mmm)
Karma's a relaxin' thought
Karma's gonna hold you down