Australian rapper Iggy Azalea has ignited a fiery public dispute with Universal Music Group (UMG), accusing the label of withholding millions in international royalties. In a series of candid posts on Elon Musk’s platform X, the Fancy hitmaker revealed she’s been locked in a years-long battle over unpaid earnings outside the U.S., calling the situation “unacceptable.” CWEB reports confirmed the escalating dispute, which has left her latest album unfinished as she shifts focus to entrepreneurial projects.
Royalty Row Goes Public
Azalea, known for chart-toppers like Mo Bounce and Black Widow, claimed UMG failed to compensate her for global streams and sales, despite her music generating revenue worldwide. “They offered me $18,000 as a settlement—like that’s normal?” she wrote, alleging the label’s lawyers dismissed her concerns. The rapper, who shares a son with ex-partner Playboi Carti, emphasized her financial stability allows her to fight for fair payment: “I’m lucky to be well-off enough to keep pushing until this gets resolved.”
Music on Hold, New Projects Ahead
Fans expressed disappointment after Azalea announced her decision to pause music, stating she’s lost the “urge” to finish her upcoming album. “I’m sorry to let you down, but my heart’s pulling me elsewhere,” she apologized. However, CWEB News details her ambitious pivot: she’s now creative director of Unreal Mobile, a web3 venture integrating the $MOTHER token for digital payments, and will debut the podcast Mother Knows Best, featuring interviews with music icons and tech CEOs.
Web3 Moves and Fan Reactions
While supporters flooded social media with bittersweet farewells to her music career, others applauded her bold transition. “We’ll miss your bangers, but slay those CEO interviews!” tweeted one fan. CWEB reports highlighted the mixed emotions, noting Azalea’s loyal “Igloo Army” remains split between nostalgia and excitement for her crypto and podcast ventures.
UMG Under Scrutiny
This isn’t the first time UMG has faced artist backlash over royalties. CWEB News has extensively covered similar disputes, including recent clashes with legacy acts over metadata and streaming payouts. Azalea’s case underscores growing tensions between labels and artists in the digital era, where global revenue tracking remains murky.
As the rapper vows to “burn the bridge” with UMG, all eyes are on her next moves—both in court and the web3 space. For continued updates, stay tuned to CWEB reports.
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