M.I.A.

M.I.A.

alternative hip-hop, alternative rock, electronica, hip-hop

Sri Lanka

"With percussive grooves that pulse with urgency and a dense layering of samples, M.I.A.'s music demands movement while challenging perceptions."

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Arular

Arular

2005
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Career Arc

M.I.A.'s discography from 2004 to 2022

2004 2013 2022
Piracy Funds Terrorism (2004) Galang (2004) Sunshowers (2004) Arular (2005) Bucky Done Gun (2005) Kala (2007) Jimmy (2007) Boyz (2007) How Many Votes Fix Mix EP (2008) Paper Planes (2008) Sound of Kuduro (2008) Vicki Leekx (2010) Maya (2010) XXXO (2010) It Takes a Muscle (2010) Bad Girls (2012) Matangi (2013) Double Bubble Trouble (2014) Borders (2015) AIM (2016)
M.I.A. matters because she has consistently used her platform to challenge the status quo, interweaving political discourse with infectious beats that demand attention and action.
M.I.A. matters because she has consistently used her platform to challenge the status quo, interweaving political discourse with infectious beats that demand attention and action. Her approach has redefined what it means to be a pop artist in the modern era, crafting a space where activism and entertainment coexist without apology, inspiring a generation of artists to embrace their voices in similarly bold ways. Her process thrives on raw experimentation, fusing disparate sounds and rhythms that pull from global influences while remaining anchored in her unique perspective. This sonic eclecticism mirrors her visual artistry, serving as a bridge between cultures and experiences. M.I.A.'s music feels like a collage; each track is meticulously layered, creating an immersive experience that resonates deeply with listeners. In her songwriting, M.I.A. often explores themes of identity, displacement, and resistance, employing a voice that oscillates between playful irony and earnest sincerity. Her storytelling approach tends to blur lines, weaving together personal narratives with broader socio-political commentary, engaging listeners through both vivid imagery and impressionistic snapshots.

Full discography

M.I.A.'s albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.

24 releases • 8 albums • 1 EP • 2004–2022
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EPs ()

How Many Votes Fix Mix EP album by M.I.A.

How Many Votes Fix Mix EP

2008

Singles ()

P.O.W.A. album by M.I.A.

P.O.W.A.

2017

Go Off album by M.I.A.

Go Off

2016

Freedun album by M.I.A.

Freedun

2016

Borders album by M.I.A.

Borders

2015

Double Bubble Trouble album by M.I.A.

Double Bubble Trouble

2014

Bad Girls album by M.I.A.

Bad Girls

2012

XXXO album by M.I.A.

XXXO

2010

It Takes a Muscle album by M.I.A.

It Takes a Muscle

2010

Paper Planes album by M.I.A.

Paper Planes

2008

Sound of Kuduro album by M.I.A.

Sound of Kuduro

2008

Jimmy album by M.I.A.

Jimmy

2007

Boyz album by M.I.A.

Boyz

2007

Bucky Done Gun album by M.I.A.

Bucky Done Gun

2005

Galang album by M.I.A.

Galang

2004

Sunshowers album by M.I.A.

Sunshowers

2004

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does M.I.A. sound like?

With percussive grooves that pulse with urgency and a dense layering of samples, M.I.A.'s music demands movement while challenging perceptions. Rooted in alternative rock and hip-hop. Start with Kala.

What is the best M.I.A. album to start with?

The best album to start with is "Kala" (2007). It's the most representative of what makes M.I.A. worth hearing.

Who is M.I.A. for?

If you're into alternative rock and hip-hop, M.I.A. is worth your time. With percussive grooves that pulse with urgency and a dense layering of samples, M.I.A.'s music demands movement while challenging perceptions.

How many albums does M.I.A. have?

M.I.A. has 24 releases in their discography, including 8 albums and 1 EP.

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