Em Em Eye Eye Ay.

Although I do hold somewhat of a grudge towards this girl right now for cancelling her show this weekend, M.I.A.'s new album, MAYA, was released today and it's nothing short of fantastic. I know I know, everyone has been talking about the "Born Free" video/ the political issues she's addressing, and how hard she's trying to change her image or make statements for the sake of getting attention or whatever, but I disagree wholeheartedly. In my opinion, if you have a voice you should use it, and she does. She clearly has come into her own in the past 3-4 years and has the power t0 be extremely influential; she may be shaking things up and offers up bold opinions about the world we live in, but I for one admire her audacity and think this album was a step in the right direction. I have always been a fan and think she is quite brilliant at what she does, and the production on this album further proves that for me. "Tell Me Why" is just great, theres not much more to say; "Lovealot" and "It Iz What It Iz" are also favorites, and of course "XXXO", which seems to be the new crowd favorite, is my go-to workout song. Those of you fighting it, shut up. Or just don't listen. Those of you who like her music, I highly recommend buying the whole CD. Thats my two cents.