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Iyah May is an Australian alt-pop artist, medical doctor, and rising global voice known for capturing the spirit of the times with rich melodies and razor-sharp lyrics.

She first gained viral attention with “Karmageddon” — a poetic takedown of media manipulation, celebrity idolatry, and political division. After refusing to alter her lyrics, Iyah’s management contract was withdrawn. She chose independence and self-funded her music — a bold move that only amplified her reach.

“Karmageddon” hit #1 on iTunes Australia, broke into the Top 20 globally, and charted on Spotify’s Viral 50 across several countries. Shot on a $5 thrift-store camera, the video amassed over 3 million views in a month, entered YouTube’s Top 100 Music Videos, and inspired fan covers celebrating her lyrical courage.

Refusing to conform made waves far beyond Australia — catching the attention of public icons such as Joe Rogan, Jewel, M.I.A., Kelly Slater, Tina Arena, Paloma Faith, and Ian Carroll — alongside wide-ranging media coverage from Fox & Friends and Daily Mail to Jimmy Dore and InfoWars.

As Fox & Friends put it: “The story behind it is made for a movie. Iyah is taking the world by storm.”

For Iyah, the mission is simple: to bring healing through art. Her upcoming album continues that vision — a deeply personal reflection wrapped in infectious hooks and lyrical irony.