Album Review: Migos’ ‘Culture’

I’ve said it before, but now I’ll put it in writing: Migos are in the top 10 most influential artists ever in the history of hip-hop. Before you overreact, think about it: They essentially created a style of their own, which was then jacked by almost any rapper you can think of.

I’m mainly referring to Migos’ flow: their method of rapping in triplets. While there are debates over who started this rapping style, one thing is certain: Migos adopted it, owned it and brought it back.

They have contributed so much to the culture, and their influence goes beyond their rapping style.

Migos have stayed relevant over the past several years by continually making party anthems such as “Bando” and “Versace” in 2013, “Fight Night” and “Handsome and Wealthy” in 2014 and “Pipe It Up” in 2015, just to name a few. And if you didn’t already know, the trio can be credited with starting the “dab.”

I believe Migos’ influence is underappreciated. It’s important to look at everything the group has done, because their album title, “Culture,” released Jan. 27, is the most fitting title in recent memory. Many people thought the trio would die down or split up, but they’ve just gotten better with time.

Quavo, Offset and Takeoff have impeccable chemistry (which makes sense seeing as they’re all blood related), and it shows in their music. After some time in the game, Migos finally achieved their first Billboard Hot 100 No. 1 song — a tremendous milestone. I would say “Bad & Boujee” is the hottest and most popular rap song to top the charts since “Black Beatles” or “Panda.” “Bad & Boujee” hit No. 1 a week before Migos’ second album, “Culture,” was released, which is projected to top the charts as well. There’s a strong chance Migos will have the No. 1 song and album in the country. Coming from a straight rap group, that is super impressive.

There isn’t really much to say about “Culture” other than it’s a perfect album. From start to finish, there isn’t a single moment when I want to skip a song or fast forward (yes, even Uzi’s verse on “Bad & Boujee”— it’s not terrible if we’re being real).

The album doesn’t need features from other stars to be great, although Gucci Mane, 2 Chainz and Travis Scott add a nice touch to the album. The Migos finally broke into widespread, mainstream success, and it couldn’t have happened at a better time. With both the No. 1 song in the country and the (projected) No. 1 album in the country, it’s time to recognize Migos for all they’ve done for rapping culture. “Culture” is an instant classic and one of the best albums to come out in recent memory.