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).
Lady Killa
M.I.A. Lyrics
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Yeah, can she sing
What is that shit she's singing
It went from being one one thing thing
to a Bollywood Sing-Sing
And does it sting, I run things
Time to stick the needle in
Feeling, feeling adrenaline, adrenaline
Chorus
I am the lady killa
For rilla the ill man thrilla
To the bon to the bon get bigger
I'm a girl who keeps getting better
Verse 2
You feel it in your system
Well, I did it in the bedroom
First comes working on my groove
Then I leave the room to find a groom
Universal badass
I kick so hard I get a red card
Killa on the Red Bulla
Like Ike and Tina Turner
Chorus
I am the lady killa
For rilla the ill man thrilla
To the bon to the bon get bigger
I'm a girl who gets better
Rap (Bashy)
Ain't nobody touch this dice, ain't no shit but they're dropping like flies
Murder in the day whatever, murder in the dark
This murder is a mystery, she didn't leave a mark
Murder is a martial art when she's got murder on her mind
Drop nine murder killing machine
She killed all competition yeah she ruined this thing
And we come through killing the scene
I'll kill you in your sleep, gonna kill you in your dreams
She's a lady killa with a cold streak
I know you won't be leaving here in one piece
So don't get it twisted, looks are deceiving, she's deadly
She will have your family greiving
Verse 3
I'm the universal badass
I kick so hard I get a red card
Close but no cigar, I got my guards
An accidental hero
A tropical Indiana Jones
In M.I.A.'s "Lady Killa," the artist sings about her skills and prowess as a woman in the music industry. In the first verse, she comments on the quality of her singing and how it has evolved from one thing to another. She then asserts her dominance by claiming it is time to "stick the needle in" and feel the adrenaline. The chorus has M.I.A. proclaiming herself as the "lady killa" and how she continues to improve and get better.
In the second verse, M.I.A. sings about how her music is so good it affects people's systems and how she incorporates that into her romantic life. She then talks about being a "universal badass" and compares herself to Ike and Tina Turner, implying that she is a powerful woman in the music industry. In the rap verse by Bashy, he talks about the deadly nature of M.I.A., calling her a "cold streak" and a "killing machine."
Overall, "Lady Killa" is a power anthem about feeling confident, in control, and powerful as a woman. The lyrics are about asserting oneself and pushing boundaries. The song has a heavy drum and bass influence, and the beats are reminiscent of M.I.A.'s previous works, and the lyrics are meant to be taken as braggadocious and empowering.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, can she sing
Questioning the singing ability of another person
What is that shit she's singing
Questioning the quality of the lyrics being sung
It went from being one one thing thing
The song's style or genre changed suddenly or unexpectedly
to a Bollywood Sing-Sing
Comparing the song to a Bollywood-style production
And does it sting, I run things
Life's challenges are easily overcome through bold, decisive action
Time to stick the needle in
Metaphor of getting ready to tackle a task or problem head-on
Feeling, feeling adrenaline, adrenaline
The rush of excitement and anticipation that comes with facing a challenge
I am the lady killa
The singer is confident, strong, and takes control
For rilla the ill man thrilla
Asserting dominance over male competition
To the bon to the bon get bigger
Improvement and growth over time
I'm a girl who keeps getting better
Asserting personal growth, both as a person and a performer
You feel it in your system
The singer's effect is felt and intoxicating
Well, I did it in the bedroom
Implied sexual prowess and power
First comes working on my groove
Prioritizing self-improvement and honing personal skills
Then I leave the room to find a groom
Asserting confidence and independence in romantic relationships
Universal badass
A description of the singer's persona as a powerful figure
I kick so hard I get a red card
The singer's relentless drive and forcefulness
Killa on the Red Bulla
Metaphor for the singer's energy and power
Like Ike and Tina Turner
Comparing the singer's power and presence to the famous duo
Ain't nobody touch this dice, ain't no shit but they're dropping like flies
The singer's superiority and domination over competitors
Murder in the day whatever, murder in the dark
Metaphor for the singer's dominance and victory in all situations
This murder is a mystery, she didn't leave a mark
The singer's tactics are mysterious and unpredictable
Murder is a martial art when she's got murder on her mind
The singer's tactics are strategic and skillful
Drop nine murder killing machine
The singer is a force to be reckoned with
She killed all competition yeah she ruined this thing
The singer has beaten all challengers and overpowered the competition
And we come through killing the scene
The singer is leading the charge and dominating the situation
I'll kill you in your sleep, gonna kill you in your dreams
The singer's tactics are brutal and merciless
She's a lady killa with a cold streak
The singer is ambitious and determined, with a ruthless streak
I know you won't be leaving here in one piece
No one can challenge the singer without meeting a violent end
So don't get it twisted, looks are deceiving, she's deadly
The singer's powerful presence and capabilities are not to be underestimated
She will have your family greiving
The singer's influence and power is all-encompassing, beyond the competition itself
Close but no cigar, I got my guards
The singer has just barely held off opposition, but is still in control
An accidental hero
The singer's success and power has been unexpected and unassuming
A tropical Indiana Jones
Mysterious and exotic, with a talent for venturing into danger and emerging victorious
Contributed by Levi A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@samuellong6984
Is she da lady killa? Well she CERTAINLY IS A KILLA LADY🤣piracy funds terrorism is probably the baddest ass name chosen for a mix or album of any songs I’ve ever seen miatangi is just a woman of everyday wonder and my FAVORITE FEMALE ARTIST WELL DONE GIRL!🥰❤️🥂🎼🥇🤘💃🏽🔦
@thenandnowart
this song always plays on my list when I least expected and I fucking love it.
@Just1Humanoid
There's alot of dub, grime, hip-hop influences in her music
@DlaPinta
This track appears in the japanese edition of her first album Arular.
@malvagio
It does not, this is fake. The Japanese edition features three remixes to Bucky Done Gun (sadly :( )
@dinomorell5163
This is a BAD A$$ JAM!!
@xr2kid
M.I.A. needs to use more tribal and Eastern European influences along with grime I love her. Also some more Baile Funk
@Malik_Hoff
she Knows how to make a Fucking Catchy fucking hook!
@dbwn87
This is awesome! Thank you for posting this
@chrissybaby8017
ugh simply amazing beat