Artist profile
M.I.A.
M.I.A. is a British-Sri Lankan artist known for blending electronic production with global influences, creating a distinctive sound that draws from dancehall, grime, and experimental hip-hop. Her work is characterized by provocative visuals, politically charged lyrics, and innovative production that challenges mainstream pop conventions. She has collaborated across genres and maintained an independent creative vision throughout her career.
Sound profile
M.I.A. is a moderate-energy and a bright production — mostly instrumental artist.
Tracks in catalog
4 total · sortable
Track | BPM · Key | Actions |
|---|---|---|
 Paper Planes M.I.A. | 8610BD Major | |
 Bad Girls M.I.A. | 14312AC♯ Minor | |
 FRANCHISE M.I.A., Young Thug, Travis Scott | 1551AA♭ Minor | |
 Carry On Mia, Tumi Musiq | 11212AC♯ Minor |
Release volume by decade
Related artists
Top 15 by similarityDJs and producers whose tracks blend naturally with M.I.A.’s — similar scenes, adjacent production styles, overlapping audiences. Useful when you’re prepping a set around M.I.A. and need adjacent tracks that won’t feel out of place. Eligible names link to their own page.
FAQ
What BPM does M.I.A. play at?
M.I.A.'s tracks in our catalog range from 86 to 155 BPM, with a median of 128 BPM. Across 4 tracks, the most common range falls in the 130–135 BPM bucket.
What key are M.I.A.'s tracks in?
M.I.A.'s tracks are mostly in minor keys (75% minor across 4 tracks). The most common single key is 12A (C♯ Minor) with 2 tracks.
What artists mix well with M.I.A.?
Based on harmonic compatibility, tempo proximity and artist-cohort context, M.I.A. pairs well with 2Raumwohnung, Klee, Wir Sind Helden. The full list — with track counts in our catalog and similarity scores — is in the Related Artists section above.
When was M.I.A. most active?
Our catalog has M.I.A. releases spanning 2007 to 2020, with the most tracks from the 2020s.
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