M.I.A. ft. The Weeknd - Sexodus Lyrics

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Who are the writers of 'Sexodus'?

   'Sexodus' was written by M.I.A. (Maya Arulpragasam), Switch (Dave Taylor), Hit-Boy (Chauncey Hollis), Doc McKinney (Martin McKinney), Illangelo (Carlo Montagnese), and The Weeknd (Abel Tesfaye).

2. What album is 'Sexodus' featured on?

   'Sexodus' is featured on M.I.A.'s fourth studio album, Matangi, which was released in 2013.

3. Which song does 'Sexodus' sample?

   'Sexodus' samples 'Lonely Star,' a track from The Weeknd's mixtape Thursday.

4. Was 'Sexodus' offered to another artist before M.I.A. recorded it?

   Yes, M.I.A. originally offered the song to Madonna, but Madonna turned it down and returned it to her.

5. How does the production of 'Sexodus' differ from its counterpart 'Exodus'?

   'Sexodus,' produced by Hit-Boy, begins with helicopter blades whirring and has a more R&B feel. In contrast, 'Exodus,' produced by Switch, starts with a spoken-word portion and features orchestral elements.

6. Did M.I.A. perform 'Sexodus' live during any tours?

   Yes, M.I.A. performed 'Sexodus' live during her 2013–14 Matangi Tour.