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M.I.A. Blames Jay-Z And Roc Nation, Among Others, For Her US Visa Application Getting Denied

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During her ongoing tiff with Megan Thee Stallion, Nicki Minaj notably took a detour into conspiracy theorizing that Jay-Z and his company, Roc Nation, were sabotaging her career. This picked up a thread from a conspiracy that Tory Lanez propagated, that Roc Nation supposedly paid off the judge and jury in his assault case for shooting Meg in 2020.

The latest artist to blame Jay and the Roc for their troubles is former collaborator M.I.A., who took her complaints to Twitter for an ALL CAPS rant that began with her accusing Joe Biden (personally?) of holding up her visa application to come to the US. “BIDEN WON’T LET ME SEE MY CHILD,” she said, alongside a screenshot of an email specifically explaining why she can’t get a new visa due to past behavior. She also demonstrated how very little she pays attention to American politics, following up with, “I HAVE TO WAIT TILL A REPUBLICAN WINS. WOW.” Yeah. Okay. The “concentration camps at the border are perfectly fine” party. Sure.

M.I.A.’s rant continued as she accused her child’s caretakers of being convicted sex traffickers (again, not how that works), and blamed her visa application rejection on speaking out against genocide (again, not how that works — First Amendment people never seem to know what it’s for). She then made the claim that Jay-Z — who indirectly managed her career through Roc Nation — was paid off by the founder of the NXIVM cult. She also claimed after asking Jay for help gaining custody of her child, her domicile was invaded and her computers were stolen.

She eventually lapsed into old talking points about vaccines (again, there NO PROOF that vaccines endanger kids any more than the actually diseases they prevent do, what with things like smallpox, yellow fever, tetanus, and more all being LIFE THREATENING). This is par for the course for someone who has been accused of making other controversial statements.

We live in the era of “alternative facts” and “fake news” so people will believe what they want, but someone here is baiting a libel charge, and if Jay-Z is really as powerful as everyone seems to think (he almost assuredly isn’t), you’d hope they would learn to stop poking the bear. In all likelihood, they call him out because he makes a convenient scapegoat as an unrepentant capitalist who also wants to be a revolutionary with a much higher profile than the people they’re really mad at.

M.I.A. Brings Great Writing To The Forefront On “AMEN”

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The multi-faceted artist that is M.I.A. just came by with her brand-new LP, Bells Collection. The 16-track offering features material that only she can put forth. She recruited a ton of great producing talent from names like Skrillex, Cadenza, and more. However, it is all a little too good to be true.

We say that because the album is not on any conventional stream platform. Instead, it lands on M.I.A.’s website, ohmni.com. According to HYPEBEAST, there are rumors that she decided to go this route for the possibility of censorship due to some of the tracks titles and their political messaging. That would include a song like “FREE PALI” for example. One we want to focus on is “AMEN.”

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Listen To “AMEN” By M.I.A.

 
 
 
 
 
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One of the best qualities of this cut is the writing. You can what M.I.A. is talking about below. Additionally, the production is very rhythmic and danceable. The hook is also a standout moment as it is very catchy. The only way to hear what we are talking about is to check out the link in the second paragraph.

What are your initial thoughts on this brand-new song, “AMEN,” by M.I.A.? Is this the best track from her brand-new album Bells Collection, why or why not? Do you think she should/will release the project to regular streaming platforms? If this is not a good song in your opinion, which ones are you feeling so far? We would like to hear what you have to say about all of this. With that in mind, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments section below. Additionally, always keep it locked in with HNHH for all of the latest news around M.I.A. Finally, stick with us for the best song posts throughout the week.

Quotable Lyrics:

These modern day prophets
Ain’t no matter what they promise
I been the richest and the poorest
Here living in this concrete forest
I know what it is to have success
And it ain’t all about the ways that I can flex

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M.I.A. Drops Special Collaboration Tape Called “Bells Collection”

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London-born multi-talent M.I.A. has been in the music industry for nearly 20 years if you can believe that. She is one of the more idiosyncratic artists of the past two decades. We have seen her collaborate with all sorts of artists from rappers to EDM producers and more. She does the same on her latest record.

She just came through with a very special collaborative effort for the holiday. According to Pitchfork, the tape is called Bells Collection. They also got a hold of the press release from M.I.A. She writes, “I present you a gift from the East, star of wonder star of night. Beauty. Bright. Sacred. Cosmic. Magnetism. A collaboration with God. Limited edition hear it only on ohmni.com. If you want to share this gift, click send, to your friend! Merry Christmas! Jesus saves.”

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Listen To Bells Collection By M.I.A.

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She has been teasing this very colorful listen on her social media for some time now. Some of the tracks here do not feature her at all. Those examples include “AMEN” and “GOD KIDS.” The last time we covered M.I.A’s music was back in 2022 with MATA. You can find the link to listen to the immersive experience in the second paragraph.

What are your initial thoughts on this brand-new album, Bells Collection, by M.I.A.? Are you upset that the album is only available on the website? Do you think she will eventually move it to streaming platforms at some point? Which songs are you gravitating toward the most right now? We would like to hear what you have to say. So, be sure to leave all of your hottest takes in the comments. Additionally, keep it locked with HNHH for all of the latest surrounding M.I.A. Finally, stay with us for the best album posts throughout the week.

Bells Collection Tracklist:

  1. NEVER ALONE with M.I.A and Troy Baker
  2. AMEN with Oliver Rodigan
  3. BELIEVE A BELL with Yuvan and Shankar Raja
  4. BOX BELLS INTERLUDE with Box Comp
  5. GOD KIDS NOBELL + GABRIBELL CHICKEN DINNER DJ INTERLUDE
  6. BELLA HADID
  7. KATHAL (LOVE) with A.R. Rahman
  8. BELLS IN ANGEL
  9. FREE PALI
  10. BROWN G I R L IN THE RING with KidKaneval
  11. TABLE FLIPPIN REBELLS
  12. UN NENJU (SACRED HEART) with KidKaneval
  13. ANDAVAN PRAY INTERLUDE with Illayaraja, and Yesudas
  14. BABYLON BABELL with Troy Baker
  15. SOLITUDE with Rex Kudo, and Skrillex
  16. GALAXY with M.I.A. and Rex Kudo

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Do Drake And Bad Bunny Have A New Song Coming Soon?

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With each stop, the It’s All A Blur Tour reveals more about Drake’s future musical plans. First, the rapepr confessed in Montreal that he’d love to secure a feature from J. Cole after bringing him out for a surprise performance in July. On Sunday, August 13, for his second show at the Kia Forum in Inglewood, California, Drake announced that he was able to finish one song with another music superstar.

Last night, Bad Bunny was the special guest for the evening. But do Drake and Bad Bunny have a new song coming soon? According to Drake, the answer is yes. During his obligatory chat with the sold-out crowd, he shared the news.

“It’s been six years,” Drake told to the crowd before adding, “Imma let y’all cheer. Go ahead and make some noise for Bunny real quick.”

As the hype began to calm down, Drake went on to say, “Look, I want to tell y’all something. Because y’all are in LA, and we love you. It’s been like six years since me and Benito released a song. So, we have a song coming for y’all.

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Drake did not specify if the track will appear on his upcoming album, For All The Dogs, or Bad Bunny’s next project. Either way, fans are excited to get a follow-up to their 2018 song, “Mia,” which appeared on Bad Bunny’s album X 100pre.

M.I.A. Prepares For Her “MATA” Album With “Beep” Single: Listen

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M.I.A.’s excitement for her sixth studio album is incredibly evident, especially after she threatened to leak the project herself if it wasn’t on streamers before September ended.

Seeing as October has officially begun and MATA still hasn’t arrived, it’s clear that the English rapper didn’t get her wish, though she did announce that the record will land on October 14th while delivering her third single so far, “Beep.”

The upbeat, rhythmic track is all about using your voice to make sure that you’re heard while staying true to yourself. It follows the arrival of previous songs like “Popular” and “The One” earlier this year.

“Next gen transcend women and men / Bring a noise, make it count, yeah do it again / Never stop, never give up, don’t pretend / Tell a friend all the rules you’re gonna bend,” M.I.A. rhymes on one of her verses.

While we didn’t hear from any collaborators on the singles, the 47-year-old previously hinted that she worked with the likes of Doja Cat and Nicki Minaj on her upcoming LP.

Stream “Beep” on Spotify below, and tap back in with HNHH later for more hip-hop news updates.

Quotable Lyrics:

Went from tryna pay the rent
Used a pen on men and made a dent
Yeah time and again make it go top 10
I’m not a politician and not UN

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Nicki Minaj Get What She Wants, SZA is a Rising Star In Times Next 100, Lizzo Is History In The Making, Plus More!

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MIA Puts Herself First On Her New Single, ‘Beep’

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Ahead of her hotly-anticipated sixth studio album, Mata, MIA has shared another heater. On her latest single, “Beep,” the Sri Lankan artist continues the mood of self-love she set on her song, “Popular,” and puts herself first.

She opens the song, delivering her signature brand of rap-singing, as she says, “When I meet face to face / Yeah don’t be late / Talkin on the phone / Yeah I’m not gonna wait / When you gotta tell me you better locate.”

On the infectious chorus, MIA, raps “Yeah I’m tryna come through / beep beep / Yeah I’m bringing someone new / beep beep.”

As of now, MIA has not shared an official release date for the album, though she did threaten to leak it if it wasn’t out by the end of September.

In an interview with Apple Music 1’s Zane Lowe, she detailed some of the album’s themes, saying, “I think there’s a bit of a battle on the record. That there is a bit of a clash, but the clash is like your ego and spirituality. Those are the clashes. Because as a musician, you need some ego, otherwise you can’t do it. Also the genre of music that, genres I should say, is all very much like egocentric. It’s not like I’m an artist that came through gospel or something. For me, it was like to have that journey, and also, it was a significant time to discuss like Islamophobia…talking about wars in the Middle East, and things like that.”

Check out “Beep” above.

MIA Threatens To Leak Music She Made With Doja Cat And Nicki Minaj

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MIA returned earlier this year, announcing her long-awaited sixth studio album Mata, which is set to follow up 2016’s AIM. The musician has already unveiled the singles “The One” and “Popular” so far, building up hype for the record. However, today she shared some special but complicated news on her Instagram Story.

“Coming soon I promise,” she wrote over a colorful background with music playing. “I had to wait 2 years for a Doja Cat verse… then a Nicki one… then a…. never mind if Mata isn’t out Sept I will leak it myself.”

This would not be the first time that MIA threatened to leak her own music. Her relationship with her label Interscope is rarely tame; AIM was largely overlooked when it came to critical attention in the mainstream, and that was partially due to a number of legal and internal issues involving Interscope. Mata, however, will mark the first MIA album released via her new partnership with Island Records, following her long-standing history with Interscope and XL Recordings.

MIA is also known for using social media to provoke. In March of 2020, she wrote on Twitter, “If I have to choose the vaccine or chip I’m gonna choose death,” she wrote. “Yeah in America they made me vacinate my child before the school admission. It was the hardest thing.”

MIA Loves Herself On Her Empowering New Single ‘Popular’

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Earlier this year, MIA announced her sixth studio album Mata to follow up 2016’s AIM. She unveiled the first single “The One” and now she’s back with the new track “Popular,” an infectious, self-empowering anthem with a jangly rhythm. It builds up the hype for a catchy LP, though it still has no confirmed release date. Mata will mark the first MIA album released via her new partnership with Island Records, following a long-standing history with Interscope and XL Recordings.

MIA is known for her ability to provoke and stir up public conversation. In 2018, the performer got into trouble when the NFL sued MIA over the obscene gesture she flashed during her 2012 Super Bowl performance with Madonna. “If you’re talking about racism and sexism, that moment in my life showed the cracks in everyone I knew,” she said. “I was at Roc Nation at the time and Jay-Z was managing me. The lawsuit was so ridiculous, it proposed that they would keep one hundred percent of my earnings for the rest of my life if I ever earned more than $2 million dollars. Jay-Z was, like, ‘You should sign that sh*t’ and I was, like, ‘No.’”

Check out “Popular” above.

MIA Confirms The New Album, ‘Mata,’ And Shares Her First New Track In Years, ‘The One’

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As far as new music is concerned, things have been mighty silent in MIA’s camp for years. The last time the British shock rapper and noted activist released an album was in 2016, when AIM came out. But today, the next chapter of MIA has been announced, with the impending release of her sixth studio album, Mata, and the arrival of the first single, “The One.”

Mata will mark the first MIA album released via her new partnership with Island Records, following a long-standing history with Interscope and XL Recordings. “The One,” sees her asserting her deification over a beat produced by Rex Kudo & T-Minus. A performance video surfaced on Twitter of MIA performing the song in front of a giant cross and backed by a children’s choir, showing the depth of the song’s vocal arrangement. On the hook, she raps in coyly auto-tuned vocals, “When you’re tryna find the one, why do you need reminding? No matter how you look at it, it’s me you keep finding.”

Listen to “The One” above and check out MIA’s upcoming tour and festival dates below.

06/01 — Grona Lund @ Stockholm, Sweden
06/02 — Heartland Fest @ Funen, Denmark
06/10 — Primavera @ Barcelona, Spain
06/11 — VYV Festival @ Dijon, France
06/12 — Marsatac Festival @ Marseille, France
06/17 — InVersion Festival @ Lyon, France
06/18 — Freemusic Festival @ Montendre, France
07/08 — NOS Alive @ Oeiras, Portugal
07/09 — BBK Bilbao Live @ Biscay, Spain
09/25 — Portola Music Festival @ San Francisco, CA