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Cody Simpson Faces Two-Week Silence After Singing Hemorrhage

5/13/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Cody Simpson announced on May 11, 2026 that a hemorrhage from singing with a sinus infection has left him unable to sing.
He must keep two more weeks of total vocal silence to avoid surgery after intermittent rest.
The condition cancelled TV and radio performances for his March single “Baby Blue” and delayed his album.
Simpson continues writing lyrics and vocal melodies and says he will share his recovery with fans.

History

Historical Context

Professional singers face heightened vocal-cord hemorrhage risk, as seen when Meghan Trainor halted her 2015 MTrain Tour after a bleed, completing only 13 of 29 scheduled shows. In May 2026 Australian pop star Cody Simpson announced a similar hemorrhage, prompting two weeks of total vocal silence. These incidents underscore the industry’s reliance on strict medical rest.

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Story summary

Cody Simpson announced on May 11, 2026 that a hemorrhage from singing with a sinus infection has left him unable to sing.
He must keep two more weeks of total vocal silence to avoid surgery after intermittent rest.
The condition cancelled TV and radio performances for his March single “Baby Blue” and delayed his album.
Simpson continues writing lyrics and vocal melodies and says he will share his recovery with fans.

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