Karma

The song 'Karma' by Kagamine Rin, a Vocaloid character with a voice synthesizer program, delves into the emotional turmoil and desire for retribution that follows betrayal and hurt. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of someone who has been deeply wounded by another's actions, to the point where their world feels like it's crashing down. The repeated references to fire and ashes symbolize the destruction of the narrator's heart and the numbness that follows intense emotional pain.

The chorus of the song is a powerful cry for justice, as the narrator expresses a strong belief in karma, the idea that everyone eventually faces the consequences of their actions. The song's protagonist is no longer seeking help or rescue, but rather the satisfaction of seeing the person who caused them harm get their comeuppance. This shift from victimhood to a stance of empowered waiting for justice is a central theme of the song.

The song also touches on the complexity of human emotions, particularly anger and the inability to forgive. The narrator admits to not usually holding grudges but makes it clear that the severity of the betrayal has left them with nothing but rage. This intense emotion is channeled into a desire for karmic retribution rather than direct revenge, suggesting a belief in the natural balance of the universe to right the wrongs that have been done.