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Breakthrough and Success
M.I.A. was born to Sri Lankan Tamil parents, Arular and Shyamala Arulpragasam, who were activists and artists in their own right. Her brother, Rumi, was a rapper and producer who went by the name of Rumi. The family’s experiences with racism, poverty, and war had a profound impact on M.I.A.’s music and worldview. m.i.a maya
M.I.A. has also been an advocate for women’s rights and LGBTQ+ rights. Her music has celebrated female empowerment and challenged patriarchal norms and stereotypes. Personal Life Breakthrough and Success M