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).
GO AT IT
M.I.A. Lyrics
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I saw little bug and I squashed it
I see your little face and I brought it
And I ??? up on that club and I tore it
Yeah I've been it...
Seen it
I am mega swagger and I called it
Ordered me some tacos and enjoyed it
Put in my CD and I played it
Then it didn't played it and I tossed it
These rappers soundin' really jaded
All these artists soundin' so dated
Now I'm flossin makin money made it
The rent was overdue so I paid it
Police came my house and they raid it
Lookin' for some shit but I flushed it
The lyrics of "GO AT IT" by M.I.A. contain a mix of various events, most of them involving actions done by the singer herself. The first verse talks about seeing a dirty car and washing it, and also about squashing a little bug. Next, she sees a little face and brings it, but the lyrics have a gap that leaves what action she performed with the face to the imagination. Following that, the lyrics mention going to a club and tearing it up, indicating having a great time and showing off to others with her extraordinary swagger. The next verse talks about ordering tacos and enjoying them, and also about singing her song and making it.
As the lyrics progress, M.I.A. seems to express her views on the rap industry, stating that many rappers sound jaded or dated. She then talks about flossing, which means to show off one's wealth, indicating that she has made a lot of money. She also talks about paying overdue rent, indicating that she is a responsible person who takes care of her obligations. However, the last line talks about the police raiding her house, looking for something, but she flushed it all away, indicating a sense of rebellion against the authorities.
Overall, the song expresses a mix of personal actions, enjoying life, and showing off one's wealth and swagger, along with a critical view of the music industry and a rebellious attitude towards the authorities.
Line by Line Meaning
Saw a dirty car and I washed it
I took the initiative to improve something that was unclean or unappealing, and cleaned it up.
I saw little bug and I squashed it
I eliminated something that I perceived as a pest or annoyance, without hesitation.
I see your little face and I brought it
I recognized and valued the youthful innocence or vulnerability that I saw in a person's face, and made an effort to protect or support them.
And I ??? up on that club and I tore it
I confidently entered a club or other venue, and dominated or energized the atmosphere.
Yeah I've been it...
I have experienced and accomplished a lot in my life, and I am proud of my achievements.
Seen it
I have witnessed various events or phenomena, and have gained knowledge and perspective from these experiences.
I am mega swagger and I called it
I possess an impressive amount of confidence and style, and I have described or claimed this identity for myself.
Ordered me some tacos and enjoyed it
I indulged in a simple pleasure or comfort, such as ordering and savoring a favorite food.
Sang my song and I made it
I created and performed a piece of art, such as a musical composition, that reflected my personal expression or message.
Put in my CD and I played it
I listened to a recording of my own work, and derived satisfaction or inspiration from hearing it.
Then it didn't played it and I tossed it
When my music or other creations did not receive the recognition or attention I desired, I discarded them and moved on to new projects.
These rappers soundin' really jaded
I perceive certain contemporary artists as cynical or uninspired, lacking the authentic passion or innovation that I value.
All these artists soundin' so dated
I see many current creative works as unoriginal or derivative, mimicking past styles or trends rather than pushing boundaries or exploring new possibilities.
Now I'm flossin makin money made it
I have achieved financial success or security, and am now able to flaunt or show off my wealth.
The rent was overdue so I paid it
I had a responsibility or obligation to pay for my living space, and I fulfilled this requirement in a timely manner.
Police came my house and they raid it
Law enforcement agents entered my home with a warrant or probable cause, looking for evidence of criminal activity.
Lookin' for some shit but I flushed it
Despite the police search, I disposed of any potentially incriminating materials before they could be discovered.
Contributed by Violet L. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
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Rappers now days be Snitching on themselfs
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@@DontBaSlaveOfthesystem yep and when he’s out. He’s got durk, baby, 30. He had money before he was locked up I’m sure he’ll have money when he’s out in like a year or two. And if he doesn’t he still has those three that’ll get him back on his feet and in the game. Or I could be wrong
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