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Mia Khalifa (song)

"Mia Khalifa" is a 2018 song by the American hip hop duo iLOVEFRiDAY, released originally as "Mia Khalifa (Diss)" and also known as "Hit or Miss." It was self-released on February 12, 2018, and later re-released by Records Co and Columbia Records in December 2018.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 27, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

"Mia Khalifa" is a 2018 diss track by the American hip hop duo iLOVEFRiDAY, originally titled "Mia Khalifa (Diss)" and also known as "Hit or Miss." It was self-released on February 12, 2018, and later re-released by Records Co and Columbia Records in December 2018. The song became widely known through viral spread on social media, particularly on TikTok.

Background

"Mia Khalifa" was recorded by iLOVEFRiDAY, a hip hop duo consisting of Aqsa Malik and Carrington Hyatt. The song was first issued in February 2018 and later appeared on the duo's 2019 EP *Mood*.

Reception and virality

The song drew attention for its catchy hook and was also criticized for being off-key and misogynistic. It later gained unexpected popularity through social media virality, especially on TikTok.

Release history

The track was originally self-released on February 12, 2018, under the title "Mia Khalifa (Diss)." It was re-released on December 14, 2018, by Records Co and Columbia Records.

Key facts

  • The song was created by iLOVEFRiDAY, the Atlanta-based duo Aqsa Malik and Carrington Hyatt.
  • It was initially self-released, then re-released by Records Co and Columbia Records.
  • The track is a diss song directed at Mia Khalifa, the Lebanese-American internet celebrity and former pornographic actress.
  • The song was produced by Carr, the stage name of Carrington Hyatt.
  • It became a viral internet song months after release, especially on TikTok.

Frequently asked questions

Who performed "Mia Khalifa"?
It was performed by the American hip hop duo iLOVEFRiDAY.
When was the song released?
It was first self-released on February 12, 2018.
What is the song about?
It is a diss track targeting Mia Khalifa.
Why did the song become well known?
It spread widely online and became especially popular on TikTok.
What other titles has it used?
It was originally titled "Mia Khalifa (Diss)" and is also known as "Hit or Miss."

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mia_Khalifa_(song)
    Supports: Artist, release dates, alternate titles, producer, album inclusion, and viral reception.
  2. Wikipedia (Spanish) — https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mia_Khalifa_(canci%C3%B3n)
    Supports: Spanish-language confirmation of the song title, artist, release date, and diss-track description.
  3. JioSaavn — https://www.jiosaavn.com/song/mia-khalifa/ClANYxF4Xno
    Supports: Song length, language, artist, year, and composition credit.
  4. Apple Music — https://music.apple.com/in/album/mia-khalifa-single/1446923031
    Supports: Re-release date of the single.