'Stop paying attention to her': Internet divided after JoJo Siwa denies stealing her 'Karma' song

JoJo Siwa said, 'People write songs and then they just don't do anything with them, then a few years later, it makes more sense for another artist'
PUBLISHED APR 13, 2024
Jojo Siwa's latest single 'Karma' has gone viral over its graphic music video (Getty Images)
Jojo Siwa's latest single 'Karma' has gone viral over its graphic music video (Getty Images)

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: JoJo Siwa has revealed the inspiration behind her viral hit 'Karma' amid allegations of plagiarism.

During a conversation with TMZ, the 20-year-old explained that the provocative song was pitched to her, highlighting that such occurrences are common in the industry.

“What happens is, people write songs and then they just don't do anything with them. And then, a few years later, it makes more sense for another artist."

JoJo Siwa didn't win 'Dancing With The Stars' Season 30 (Instagram/@itsjojosiwa)
JoJo Siwa explained that the provocative song was pitched to her (Instagram/@itsjojosiwa)

JoJo Siwa quashes rumors of stealing new 'Karma' song

Interestingly, Brit Smith's rendition of 'Karma' gained traction on social media following the release of Siwa's version of the song.

Reports indicate that Brit's rendition of 'Karma' dates back to 2012 but was never formally released to the public.

Furthermore, another circulating rumor suggests that there was even speculation about Miley Cyrus recording a demo of the song.

JoJo Siwa speaks onstage during The 33rd Annual GLAAD Media Awards at The Beverly Hilton on April 02, 2022 in Beverly Hills, California.
JoJo Siwa will be making her debut performance of 'Karma' at Miami Beach Pride on Sunday, April 14 (Getty Images)

Addressing these rumors, the 'Boomerang' singer clarified that such claims couldn't be accurate since the song is the creation of Rock Mafia.

"I didn't steal anything. There's no such thing as stealing -- I also don't know who Brit Smith is."

JoJo will be making her debut performance of 'Karma' at Miami Beach Pride on Sunday, April 14, alongside her latest hits.



 

Internet reacts to JoJo Siwa's defending her new song 'Karma'

One user commented on JoJo Siwa's new song, "The original was way better."

"Her younger music is such a great influence for girls. her concert a few years ago was amazing!!!" a second wrote.

A music lover stood for JoJo, "She is just as talented as half these pop stars. I root for the underdog at least she is trying."

"I’m so sick of hearing about this one. Jeez. Go away already," one felt over the controversy.

JoJo Siwa joins the judging panel of 'So You Think You Can Dance' Season 18 (Instagram/@itsjojosiwa)
JoJo Siwa clarified that such claims couldn't be accurate (Instagram/@itsjojosiwa)

"Why should she have to explain herself at all?" questioned one person.

An online critic who wasn't impressed with JoJo's 'Karma' song said, "Can we all just stop paying attention to her?"

One fan simply wrote, "I love it." 

This article contains remarks made on the Internet by individual people and organizations. MEAWW cannot confirm them independently and does not support claims or opinions being made online.

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