Paper Planes by M.I.A.

Song Info:
"Paper Planes" is a single by British-Sri Lankan artist M.I.A. It was released on February 11, 2008, as the third single from her second studio album, "Kala." The song was both a critical and commercial success, receiving widespread acclaim for its unique sound and politically charged lyrics. "Paper Planes" reached the top 20 on music charts in multiple countries and was certified platinum in the United States.

Artist Bio:
Mathangi "Maya" Arulpragasam, known professionally as M.I.A., is a British rapper, singer, songwriter, and visual artist of Sri Lankan Tamil descent. She emerged in the early 2000s with a unique blend of electronic, dance, and hip-hop music, often incorporating politically charged lyrics and themes of identity and activism into her work. M.I.A. gained international recognition with her debut album "Arular" in 2005, followed by the critically acclaimed "Kala" in 2007. Throughout her career, she has been known for her bold and outspoken persona, using her platform to address social and political issues.