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M.I.A. - Paper Planes

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Topic: M.I.A. - Paper Planes

Posted By: aaronk
Subject: M.I.A. - Paper Planes
Date Posted: 22 July 2013 at 9:37pm

I just obtained a promo CD single for M.I.A.'s "Paper Planes," and it contains the following:

1. Album Version (listed 3:24; actual 3:22)
2. Radio Edit (listed 3:24; actual 3:22)

The main difference between the two versions is that the "Radio Edit" removes the gunshot sound effects on the chorus. Instead, there is a cartoon-like door slamming sound effect in its place. It's my understanding that this version was not released anywhere else. I also recall seeing an interview with MIA, and she said she didn't approve of the record company removing the gunshot sound effects for the US radio promo.

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Aaron Kannowski
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Posted By: Todd Ireland
Date Posted: 22 July 2013 at 9:44pm

Interesting info. I've never heard this song without the gunshot sound effects.