Born Free – The Oedipus Project

06/21/201001/31/2012

M.I.A.

Multi-talented artist, Sri Lankan provocateur, and singer/songwriter/rapper, M.I. A., released perhaps the best punk song of the year with “Born Free” with accompanying controversial video (posted on this site previously). It will be included on her new album Maya. In completely different vein we feature another track, “XXXO”, as the Song of the Day. Hear two versions, the one from the album and the remix with Jay-Z.

“XXXO”
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“XXXO” remix featuring Jay-Z
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04/27/201001/31/2012

M.I.A.

Suddenly punk is alive as M.I.A. reinvigorates rock with the most intense in-your-face song in years. No compromise as she spits out lyrics over a sample of “Ghost Rider” by Suicide. The video is equally as powerful and profound. Rarely do videos enhance a song, but here it is a perfect adjunct and also stands on its own as a short film. Banned by YouTube. Not for the faint of heart, “Born Free” is the Song of the Day.

M.I.A, Born Free from ROMAIN-GAVRAS on Vimeo.

“Born Free” by M.I.A.

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