1. Mathangi “Maya” Ar… Read Full Bio ↴There are five known artists under this name:
1. Mathangi “Maya” Arulpragasam also known as M.I.A., (born 18 July 1975 in Hounslow, London, U.K.) is a British artist of Sri Lankan descent. As a baby she moved with her family to their native Sri Lanka, where her father became increasingly politically active in militant activities. As the Civil War escalated the rest of the family was forced to flee as refugees, first to India and then the UK. “M.I.A.” [“Missing In Action”] references both her London neighborhood (Acton) and her politically tumultuous youth.
Her style contains elements of hip-hop, reggae, alternative, dance hall, electro and baile funk and is strongly inspired by her Sri Lankan background.
2. American Punk/Hardcore band formed in Orange County, CA in 1981 by Chris Moon, drums; Mike Conley, bass; Nick Adams, guitar (all previously of Las Vegas, NV punk band The Swell); and Art Carasco, vocals. Their sound was generally hardcore and thrasher, though they produced more melodic and progressive sounds in their later albums. Allmusic called the band "one of the 50 best So-Cal punk bands of the great early-'80s second wave explosion. In 1984 they signed a deal with the cult Alternative Tentacles label, after the label's founder, Dead Kennedys frontman Jello Biafra, saw them play at a secret illegal punk nightclub in Las Vegas. Biafra was impressed by Mike Conley's distinctive voice, saying "The minute you hear a song with him singing you know it's him." They released the album Murder in a Foreign Place on Alternative Tentacles in 1984, followed in 1985 by Notes From the Underground on National Trust Records, and in 1987 by After the Fact on Flipside Records. The band split up in 1988. In 2001, Alternative Tentacles released Lost Boys, a 37-song retrospective of the band's work, including Last Rites, Murder in a Foreign Place, and several additional tracks. On February 28, 2008 vocalist Mike Conley was found dead in a Chicago hotel parking lot. Conley was taken to Gottlieb Memorial Hospital in Melrose Park, where he was pronounced dead at 6:25 a.m. On April 27, 2008, there was a secret warm-up show at Detroit Bar featuring Todd Sampson of Self Abuse and Samson's Army on vocals, Jello Biafra of Dead Kennedys on guest vocals, Chris Moon and Larry Pearson on drums, Nick Adams on guitar, and Bob Thomson on bass. The next day, the "Beautiful Noise" benefit show took place at the Anaheim House of Blues with Jigsaw, Naked Soul, Cadillac Tramps, Social Distortion and MIA with the same lineup as the previous night, but adding Kevin Seconds of 7 Seconds on guest vocals. The proceeds of "Beautiful Noise" went to Mike Conley's family.
(3) Formed in the mid 70s, Independent Musicians Associated (MIA) was a group of musicians, technicians and drawers gathered together by Lito and Liliana Vitale’s parents. They produced their own records and concerts in an independent way. Their music is a complex symphonic rock with definite Argentinean/latin folk influence with multiple chorals and vocals beautifully contrasting with the keyboards and a great guitar sound upon a strong rhythmic section. They were highly influenced by symphonic music, more noteworthy by Emerson, Lake & Palmer, Gentle Giant and Focus.
4. Merriweathers is a member of Underground Resistance under the alias of The Unknown Soldier.
5. mia's page (Michaela Grobelny).
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M.I.A. Lyrics
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I keep it moving forward to what's ahead of me
You gonna see I'm not gonna waste energy
'Cause I'm free and I'm a freak
All the people I love I try to keep
We get deep
Keep it street
Finally
What haters say about me don't worry me
I keep it moving forward to what's ahead of me
You gonna see I'm gonna be
And you're gonna remember me
I'm someone's shot of whiskey
Not everyone's tea
'Cause I'm free and I'm a freak
All the people I love I try to keep
We get deep
Keep it street
And were never gonna stay asleep
Finally
What haters say about me don't worry me
I keep it moving forward to what's ahead of me
You gonna see I'm gonna be
And you're gonna remember me
Underneath my trouble I'm gonna find me the treble
And underneath my case I'm gonna find me the bass
You get through
You get truth
And that's how it's gonna be
'Cause I'm free I'm a freak
I can see what's real and fantasy
What you believe
You gotta see
Life on the planet's university
Underneath my trouble I'm gonna find me the treble
And underneath my case I'm gonna find me the bass
You get through
You get truth
And that's how it's gonna be
Finally
I'm free and I'm a freak
All the people I love I try to keep
We get deep
Keep it street
And were never gonna stay asleep
Finally
What haters say about me don't worry me
I keep it moving forward to what's ahead of me
You gonna see I'm gonna be
And you're gonna remember me
There's nothing in this life thats guaranteed
That's why we get high on reality
Memories and families
Work and money and stay happy
Finally
Life on the planet's university
You get stronger in adversity
What you mean it's easy
Life's just a bitter sweet symphony
The song "Finally" by M.I.A. conveys a powerful message about self-confidence and not letting the opinions of others affect one's path in life. The lyrics speak to the artist's determination to stay focused on her goals and not waste her energy on the negativity of haters. M.I.A. emphasizes her freedom to be herself and embrace her uniqueness, describing herself as a "freak." She values the people she loves and strives to maintain deep connections with them while staying true to her roots.
The chorus repeats the idea that the opinions of haters do not bother her and that she is constantly moving forward towards her future success. She asserts that she will make a lasting impact and be remembered by others. M.I.A. also highlights her ability to find joy and satisfaction in life by comparing herself to a shot of whiskey, which may not be everyone's cup of tea. The lyrics encourage listeners to embrace their individuality, accept their strengths and weaknesses, and stay awake to the realities of life.
Overall, "Finally" is a triumphant anthem that encourages self-empowerment and resilience in the face of negativity, reminding listeners to stay true to themselves and focus on their own growth and happiness.
Line by Line Meaning
What haters say about me don't worry me
I am unaffected by the negative opinions of others
I keep it moving forward to what's ahead of me
I focus on progressing and looking towards the future
You gonna see I'm not gonna waste energy
I won't expend my energy on unnecessary things
'Cause I'm free and I'm a freak
I embrace my freedom and unique nature
All the people I love I try to keep
I make an effort to maintain relationships with loved ones
We get deep
We engage in profound discussions
Keep it street
We remain true to our roots and authentic selves
And were never gonna stay asleep
We will always be aware and awake
What haters say about me don't worry me
I am unaffected by the negative opinions of others
I keep it moving forward to what's ahead of me
I focus on progressing and looking towards the future
You gonna see I'm gonna be
You will witness my success and achievements
And you're gonna remember me
You will not forget about me
I'm someone's shot of whiskey
I am a strong and intoxicating presence in someone's life
Not everyone's tea
I am not everyone's cup of tea, but that does not concern me
Underneath my trouble I'm gonna find me the treble
Amidst my problems, I will discover music and joy
And underneath my case I'm gonna find me the bass
Beneath my hardships, I will find rhythm and strength
You get through
You overcome difficulties and challenges
You get truth
You arrive at a state of honesty and authenticity
And that's how it's gonna be
That is the way things will unfold
I can see what's real and fantasy
I can distinguish between reality and imagination
What you believe
Your beliefs and convictions
You gotta see
You must understand and perceive
Life on the planet's university
Existence on Earth is a continuous learning experience
There's nothing in this life thats guaranteed
There are no certainties in life
That's why we get high on reality
We find joy and fulfillment in embracing the real world
Memories and families
The connections we make and the experiences we remember
Work and money and stay happy
Finding happiness through a balanced approach to work and finances
Life on the planet's university
Existence on Earth is a continuous learning experience
You get stronger in adversity
You become more resilient and resilient in challenging situations
What you mean it's easy
What you think is effortless
Life's just a bitter sweet symphony
Life is a combination of both pleasant and unpleasant experiences
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Written by: MATHANGI ARULPRAGASAM
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What haters say about me don't worry me
I keep it moving forward to what's ahead of me
You gonna see I'm not gonna waste energy
Cause I'm free and I'm a freak
All the people I love I try to keep
We get deep
Keep it street
And we're never gonna stay asleep
Finally
What haters say about me don't worry me
I keep it moving forward to what's ahead of me
You gonna see I'm gonna be
And you're gonna remember me
I'm someone's shot of whiskey
Not everyone's tea
Cause I'm free and I'm a freak
All the people I love I try to keep
We get deep
Keep it street
And we're never gonna stay asleep
Finally
What haters say about me don't worry me
I keep it moving forward to what's ahead of me
You gonna see I'm gonna be
And you're gonna remember me
Underneath my trouble
I'm gonna find me the treble
And underneath my case
I'm gonna find me the bass
You get through
You get truth
And that's how it's gonna be
Cause I'm free I'm a freak
I can see what's real and fantasy
What you believe you gotta see
Life on the planet's university
Underneath my trouble
I'm gonna find me the treble
And underneath my case
I'm gonna find me the bass
You get through
You get truth
And that's how it's gonna be
Finally
I'm free and I'm a freak
All the people I love I try to keep
We get deep
Keep it street
And we're never gonna stay asleep
Finally what haters say about me don't worry me
I keep it moving forward to what's ahead of me
You gonna see I'm gonna be
And you're gonna remember me
There's nothing in this life that's guaranteed
That's why we get high on reality
Memories and families
Work and money and stay happy
Finally
Life on the planet's university
You get stronger in adversity
What you mean it's easy
Life's just a bitter sweet symphony
@zdenku
she is a free spirit, always doing, saying what she feels, singing/rapping about the reality of real problems, she doesn't care about the music charts, she cares about her own art, she is M.I.A.
@zdenku
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@zakmik2341
she is way better than Nicki minaj
@LA5VEGA
Dont u dare comparing Miss MIA with nicki minaj
@woweezowee4713
Vulpinas of course don't compare M. I. A to Minaj.... Mia makes fantastic music with a message, Minaj makes nothing at all
@nataliearchie-fayant8191
no doubt! Nicki minaj cannot compare. Nicki just talks about her ass nd selling rocks on the block, meanwhile M.I.A speaks of world issues and what really matters! ~Love & Respect to M.I.A! xo
@Aureovulpes
i fucking hate how underrated is M.I.A
@selene_7191
lenny's neck me to guuuurl
@ammarbayan5579
lenny's neck she is not dear..
mia has a story to tell
not an ass to twerk.
thats way no millions of hoes here..
but she has a very good place
and she is satisfied.. i dont think she would like to live in the fame cage like beyonce
@selene_7191
Ammar Bayan true you do have a point there