M.I.A. talks about her music video "Borders" on Al Jazeera

[@HarvestingThings]

m.i.a. is such an important artist in the modern music industry. the interviewer was really good, as well

[@stormyweather9917]

Important in what way, genius?

[@comenzal100]

genius god like... like Noel gallagher

[@Trackhinations]

Paper planes

[@LordDavid6]

A very intelligent, inspiring, talented and beautiful woman.

[@damienc.3970]

Yass

[@louisronan5903]

Yeah she’s gorgeous.

[@louisronan5903]

@abhiram kannan : Thanks 🙏

[@Liqhtning]

Woooooooww could you be any more basic

[@vhtsouza]

it is impressive how much hate maya gets for saying the truth of this situation. I don't even care at this point. I'm gonna keep supporting her no matter what. Love from Brazil

[@vhtsouza]

Everytime someone says "white genocide" a white fairy dies

[@roodandruthlane9761]

+Victor Souza if you're suprise. You must not know white America. You can't truth about them without being hated by them. Even if it's joke at time. They Jamie Fox because of a joke.

[@shedontanks]

+Victor Souza REFUGEES PLEASE COME TO BRASIL

[@vhtsouza]

yes, please

[@scottwilly86]

+Victor Souza Yeah I don't even care anymore either! I'm going to blindly support her as well for absolutely no reason other than it's MIA!

[@mexican_icecream]

I always appreciate how well spoken she is. I love her

[@stew360]

+J ay LL She is not , she is oportunistic to boost up her popularity , because her video is nothing but " gambling " on white shaming , Actually its not to europe and america to solve the problems of the whole world , in this so call " migrant " crysis , those so call refugee , most of them arent from syria neither irak , and many are actually are not in danger .... we already have many problems to deal with , Ask egypt saudi arabia and iran to take all those migrant and pay for them ... Iam far to be either a racist or anything , iam mix races myself , but iam opposed to white shaming and put the burden of solving all world problems on europe and occident , peoples as to stay in their country and fucking solve the coruptions and problems in their country its not our responsability to do it for them , this is the matter of facts and MIA video is nothing but white shaming and bigotry ...

[@ahbraineater]

I totally agree with ya

[@slobberdropper7335]

+J ay LL FKA Twigs as well

[@J-W.-]

Can't even believe this woman is 40! She looks so good and looks 18.

[@winkytee897]

She literally hasn't aged

[@elephantarmy]

+Jonathan Washington no way is she 40... doesn't look it but her mature and considered outlook might betray it. been a fan since day 1 and even last year (i think - or year before) she smashed Lovebox. still awesome live.

[@amirmohdd]

I know right

[@J-W.-]

Stay Trippy​ Nope not at all. no makeup is that good.

[@J-W.-]

Stay Trippy SMH. Dismissed.

[@Iexapro]

She's one of the very few artists in western media speaking out that's why we need her. She's done this her whole career and then some.

[@bbmomos]

+Alice Rabbit She is, she was born in London, moved to Sri Lanka, then became a refugee and fled back to London. Research.

[@goodstuff880]

akala, lowkey, immortal technique etc.

[@asyoumovethroughtheworld]

We need more music and people like this

[@moniyat]

She's a European citizen. That's good enough

[@juli9228]

she's beyond superb. I dont know why, but I feel her real, like not fake person or shit, she's real.

[@gemmaaboagye7386]

I agree

[@gemmaaboagye7386]

get her album matangi is fantastic

[@Raphael-2]

She's beatiful! This color suits her so good!

[@erikfassbender4754]

I always agree with her on every point she makes she has a great mind

[@kodizzie3827]

I have so much respect for M.I.A in regards to this interview. The guts it takes to stand up and be one of the public figures that a whole swathe of society hate, will make death threats against, and generally try to shut them up.

[@Saiful.phom978]

Years back she told a story of a guy dragging her to his house and showing her a painting of a pirate boat with blobs on the ship and a colorful figure in the middle.. The music video is just like her story 10 years ago.. I'm her biggest fan seen her perform about 7 times since 2005 I would love to meet her one day.

[@katinlove]

HAHAHA yess!!!

[@brandonlyniv]

Absolute babe inside and out 😊

[@Alegiance]

Every time I see MIA I think of Azealia Banks. MIA makes amazing hip hop and has an interesting cultural background and thus a lot to say, so its always interesting listening to her. Azealia Banks, however, squanders those same qualities by being generally hateful and unpleasant. I'm not saying Banks' views make her unpleasant, but her delivery and constant criticism of others is very off putting. MIA is a real fucking treasure.

[@desquinxes9470]

+tether Azealia Banks is not on M.I.A.'s level and to suggest she is is doing a disservice to M.I.A. Azealia's mouth is not the only thing holding her back from being M.I.A., it's the fact that she isn't a creative genius like M.I.A. is. I mean Azealia's music is decent, but nothing progressive or amazing. Look to M.I.A.'s Vicki Leekx mixtape and you can see a lot of what Azealia's doing now, but years before. I think it's funny that fans are constantly begging M.I.A. to collab with Azealia considering Azealia has voiced her support for a fucking racist like Donald Trump and has said a tonne of other homophobic, racist shit. Spitting a verse over a Bad Girls remix is the closest Azealia will ever get to working with M.I.A.

[@yeahiagree1070]

Why even compare them? Banks has shits for brains - Only aspect of fame is bitching on Twitter. Her career consists of a single track that earned moderate success from great production - and using the word cunt. Has she even released an album yet?

[@Alegiance]

Harry B Yes, she has released an album, and it's really good.

[@michaeldumas9011]

+tether OMG!!! Who the Fuck is Azealia Banks? Pleaseeee... She will never be or compare to Maya Arulpragasam aka M.I.A. Azealia is not nothing new... she is like another wannabe rapper.

[@MrJiilo]

+tether LOL ! fuck Azealia Banks

[@Kyur0h]

She honestly sounds so different when shes not singing. And her songs are cool.

[@Rafarations]

Thank you Mathangi for doing that, you inspire us all and make us stronger

[@brunoviegas6060]

She is so eloquent. I am glad there are still artists using their music to pass their ideals, disseminate peace and alert for what is wrong in the world

[@marcofuentes5244]

M.I.A is a mega star because she is well rooted

[@graciebarraviennabjj46]

impressive woman , finally a cd that s up that what s Happening in the world.... she was Born in 1975 so already 41 but she Looks so timeless Young....

[@bigCharizard]

Beautiful in and out damn she's been my wcw for years 😩😩😩😩😩😩😩❤️

[@jonulazia5993]

i admire how she's trying to do something on this alarming situation that we are living in, trying to open eyes to every listener! but instead of it, people is attacking her for defending her point of view of this messy, unfair and crazy world making her effort for preserve the human rights. i think she's trying to do her best. thanks for your music and for inspiring people on this non-sense world!

[@jonulazia5993]

No, I'm not talking about that! Are you talking about genocide? Please, try to read, look the history and enlightening yourself! Could explain me what happened and is happening right now in syria? It isn't a genocide? Who is responsible? Do you think people is running from their houses and losing their past lives because of whim? Please! A lot of countries in europe are big responsible for the situation on Syria and the rest of the world! The people who are running away from their countries are trying to survive like probably every single human being in their situation do. So don't guilt a whole population because of some bastard!

[@iwantyouinthissong]

Yes! Keep it real, girl. Love you

[@alohaXamanda]

She's one of the most intelligent artists.

[@bxboyupqllnight]

"M.i.a". Love u im a fan from the us

[@imhappyandyou.4003]

She is so pretty seriously!!. Good for you girl keep going change those perceptions break them barriers down. Much love and respect to you and yours!

[@LC-uj7jo]

Beautiful and inteligent, I love this woman

[@Lauriuxas18]

shes intelligent enough to be her own advocate and speak up for herself, probably why she dont have a producer

[@arxaggelosmixail1840]

She is absolutely gorgeous.

[@ricardocabral312]

The world needs moore Ladys like m.i.a

[@eliortegajr9710]

May God continue blessing her. Thanks Al Jazeera !

[@rachid7314]

She amazes me everytime, I can listen to her talking all day lon. Love you Maya and can't wait for your new album this year

[@MegaSeekndestroy]

mia is so great

[@mohammedessa29]

such a beautiful lady and inspiration

[@isalina12]

she's the best I respect, and admire her since age 13 I love her

[@agustinmagallonAJM]

Much Love & I Pray the Best for You Beautiful Mathangi Arulpragasam 💢♥️😘♥️💢

[@elizagrant6663]

She's so intelligent, love her

[@TheLaraTiara]

She's amazing!

[@Leo-dr4qm]

Beautiful

[@vanessasilk7492]

I love her! she's amazing, who couldn't see that???

[@Zanobeats]

this girl ROCKSSSSSSSS !!

[@lio2630]

She is so beautiful and so honest and truthful #Alphawoman.

[@damienc.3970]

She’s very beautiful wise and inspiring

[@juventusfckid1]

LOVE THIS WOMAN FOREVER

[@MaleazyVEVO]

Love big love for mia from long beach CA usa

[@hadia254]

i support you mia never give up and keep doing what your doing(^-^)

[@mixz9929]

Wow M.I.A is georgouse i think im in love with her

[@johnnymurphy4475]

She beauitful

[@buru44]

MIA is so dope, I have so much respect and admiration for her and her art. Stay strong! We love you!

[@Lauriuxas18]

a very unique musical identity! very vivid lively outgoing interesting personality!

[@lucieneferreirasantos6583]

Corajosa. Na letra da música borders uma verdadeira reflexão sobre a sociedade. Egos, valores. Questionamentos de altíssima relevância.

[@kulka7638]

wow she is such a pretty gurl... and btw I have all her albums I LOVE her music/songs :)

[@sandeepcomposer2327]

She is beautiful

[@rohitsmart123]

She is so beautiful

[@sealevelbear]

Great artist, lovely interview!!

[@fbigang4965]

She was 41 when she made this wooooooooooow owo

[@aenwynnnaxxremis7569]

LOVE from MEXICO

[@Majeed.]

my queen tells the truth ♡

[@Mercury-Wells]

So much respect for this woman's art. From paper planes to refugee voice, she inspires me so much.

[@TheSuperlativeMind]

M.I.A. 😍😍😍

[@lorezahara]

love you Mia

[@crasshumor872]

I wish she was way way more popular

[@hindutvakeprahari9109]

MIA is from Sri Lanka and I m an Indian,but i see her as my sister..coz she's also a south asian

[@jhai-airewilson531]

Love you M.i.a.

[@mariaautullo6248]

Go MIA!!! Love you

[@litaboyd5299]

Love Her😉❤👍

[@andrewpius8318]

This is superb singer

[@wogboym8]

Can't believe she is 370 years old, omg slayyyyyyy

[@jhyxwq123456]

We need more people in the world like Maya. Beautiful soul : Thoughtful and creative

[@fumblewolf]

Most of the people who are labelled anti-refugee are actually more concerned with people who aren't refugees, coming from places other than Syria, taking the places of the genuine refugees who actually need the help.

[@candymeltproductions5392]

So much respect for her , her history and heritage her music is the best and she has a sophisticated, sweet professional personality as a singer. 💟❤💟❤💟❤💟❤💟

[@brothermalcolm6245]

She's a legend in my book.

[@michaellourenco2475]

Just awesome. What a baddass!

[@alilfilm]

WOMEN LOVE YOU AND STAND WITH YOU. KEEP IT UP!!!!!!!!!!

[@terraflow__bryanburdo4547]

Always loved her music but dang, I didn't realize how gorgeous and charismatic she was in person.

[@ajaychinni5286]

Her music is unique

[@maimohamed3590]

Respect her ✨🎶👌

[@cepiortiz4875]

luvvvvv her!!!!!

[@tinita1919]

Yaaaaaas mama

[@ldrgrant93]

Love this girl

[@habibeidrizi2675]

she says "you know" like so much time but she is real i admit

[@jamiemac6942]

We need this in America please

[@PostPandemicMadonna]

She is one of those few singers who does a music about SOMETHING not materialistic shitty things

[@frenkharks3881]

If only

[@adrianeamantea]

love from Brazil my dear

[@Lauriuxas18]

i always encourage civil people taking action against wrongfull government decisions and unjust unfair condemnatory treatment of innocent people, therefore i praise anyone who dares to open their eyes and see the real situation, speak out against it and take action to fight against it to change things for the better

[@jacobbender3573]

MIA is 40???? Whaaaaaaaat??!?! Wow, she is drop dead gorgeous for her age

[@Jaykae_t]

love M.I.A. but she didn't answer that last question 👀

[@BRANDURNSO]

+Jordan that question is extremely hard to answer

[@GraceyHeart90210]

+Jordan The answer would be to put more protective laws, not just to allow millions of refugees to flow in. Boost the security. Do some background research. Know who you're letting into your country. I'm not against allowing refugees, but when you leave the borders wide open, other people get in. Other people who aren't necessarily sane, civil, or good. Other bad people who overlap other innocent refugees and end up representing them. You can't deny the overflow of crimes that have been plaguing Europe lately, and that's because of the bad policies regarding the issue. Instead of handling it with a fair mind, people let emotions get in the way - which just end up harming them and the *real* refugees who need help.

[@jacksweeklymusicreviews3411]

i love how she's an artist & refugee, yeah, she is a refugee, but, you know, you don't need to mention that

[@loveisfourwalls6377]

being a refugee is clearly part of her identity so why not?

[@grantbarnes3678]

In solidarity.

[@Pam-y7y]

I would hope that people could be understood

[@andresmolina8913]

She's such a blessing and great person to look up to. I love her

[@undergroundbox]

i love her

[@YasminYoruba]

Amazing!!!!!!! I hope she keeps pushing and tackling the system and teach the youth the truth

[@lolitka2626]

I can't believe that she's 40 years old :O

[@doomhead2]

QUEEN.

[@miles46100]

she is so cute.

[@CPAgamer313]

love her

[@JamesSaukila]

BRING BACK THE VIDEO!

[@TodunOlusola]

never a truer word spoken.

[@jenhen1791]

M.I.A., you are brilliant! Great talent and a great activist!!!

[@Mictlantecuhtli]

I saw refugees from Yugoslavia in 90s and those people were humble, unbelievably poor and very skilled. These people coming now are none of those. These are all the children mainly from Africa who know the only source of money and the source of money are the humanitarian organizations which taught them they just have to reach out for money and they will get it. Those boys are the same boys the media were feding us at the end of last century. It is prime example that this way of help is complete dead end.

[@MoiseSBrucehebreo]

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