Megan Burke ‘Medium Ugly’ - An Anthem for the Nearly-There Men

After nearly twenty years navigating the ebbs and flows of the Irish music scene, Dublin’s own Megan Burke has emerged sharper, sassier, and more self-assured than ever. Her latest single, “Medium Ugly,” finds the singer-songwriter turning her trademark lyrical wit toward a subject both familiar and hilariously fraught — the modern dating pool.

In true Burke fashion, she doesn’t so much cry about heartbreak as roll her eyes at it. “Medium ugly is about how I always attract the same type of mediocre average-looking men,” she explains, laughing. “They all turn out to be the same person in different fonts. I’ll never write a blubbery song about men hurting me — I’d rather roast them. I want them to be offended, not flattered.”

That irreverent candor is what sets Burke apart. Teaming once again with producer Jessica Foxx Richardson and an all-female production crew, “Medium Ugly” brims with a knowing confidence — a slick blend of R&B, disco-pop and soul that mirrors her evolution from childhood soul singer to fearless modern storyteller. It’s musically smooth, but lyrically barbed — the sonic equivalent of a well-aimed wink.

Over the years, Burke has built a fiercely loyal following online, boasting over 130,000 fans across platforms and videos that regularly rack up millions of views. Her charisma has carried her to national television, major radio playlists, and even to the stages of Ireland’s biggest venues, including the 3Arena and Bord Gáis Theatre.

With “Medium Ugly,” Megan Burke proves that pop doesn’t have to be polished to perfection — it can be messy, mischievous, and brilliantly human. A track for anyone who’s ever swiped right on the wrong one (again), it’s another reminder that Burke’s bite is every bit as good as her melody.