Paper Planes

M.I.A.

BPM86 Key10BD MajorEnergySustainerElectronica

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3:25·Released 2007·

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Paper Planes

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About This Track

Paper Planes by M.I.A. is a bass-heavy Electronica track at 86 BPM with moderate drive and subtle groove. At 37% energy, it works as a mid-set sustainer — enough momentum to keep the floor moving without pushing into peak territory.

Harmonic Context

At 10B, this track opens up harmonic mixing with adjacent keys, enabling smooth melodic transitions.

Rhythmic Foundation

At 86 BPM, this Electronica track sits in groove sustainer territory — maintaining momentum without forcing the energy up.

Energy Profile

With 37% energy, heavy bass weight, this track offers a balanced energy profile for flexible mixing.

Track Character

Energy37%

Drive41%

Groove36%

Brightness36%

Bass Weight79%

Tempo86 BPM

Key10B

Major · 2

3:25

Duration

47%

Mood

-13 dB

Loudness

About this artist

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.

Median BPM: 128
Top key: 12A · C♯ Minor
Active: 2007–2020
Tracks: 4

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