Originally the group started as family, who all had an interest in music. It wasn't until 2008 that this trio took their talent seriously, and put together and released their first project "Juug Season" in 2011. Tβhe group later released another mixtape titled "No Label" in 2012, which featured "Bando", a track that wasβ soon labeled a "dope-boy anthem".
In 2013, Migos released their breakout single "Versace". The single was produced by Zaytoven and peaked at number 99 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. Later that year, Canadian rapper Drake brought the single more recognition when he remixed the song, adding a verse, which he would later perform at the 2013 iHeartRadio Music Festival. On June 13, Migos released their mixtape Y.R.N. (Young Rich N***as), which features the lead single "Versace", to critical acclaim. Brandon Soderberg of Spin gave it 8 out of 10 stars, commenting that it "is a super-cut of Dirty South vibes" and compared the three members to Gucci Mane, Soulja Boy, and Future.
On June 15, 2013, the group performed at rap radio station Hot 107.9's Birthday Bash. In October 2013, the group was featured in XXL's section "Show & Prove". "Versace" was placed in multiple year-end lists of 2013, including number three on XXL's "The 25 Best Songs of 2013", number four on Complex's "The 50 Best Songs of 2013", number five on SPIN's "50 Best Songs of 2013," number 38 on Pitchfork's "The Top 100 Tracks of 2013" and number 69 on Rolling Stone's "The 100 Best Songs of 2013." Y.R.N. (Young Rich N***as) was named the 27th-best album of 2013 and sixth-best hip-hop album of 2013 by SPIN.
Migos released their debut album Yung Rich Nation in July 2015, through Quality Control Music and 300 Entertainment. Their second album, Culture, was released in January 2017 also through both record labels, and debuted atop the US Billboard 200 chart. The group later signed a deal with Motown and Capitol Records in February 2017, and followed up the latter album with Culture II in January 2018, giving the group their second number one album in the United States.
On October 28, 2016, Migos released the first single of their new album Culture. The single was titled "Bad and Boujee". The song was produced by Metro Boomin and features vocals from fellow American rapper Lil Uzi Vert. The music video for the single was released on October 31. The single went on to top the Billboard Hot 100, becoming Migos' first number one single in the US. Their second album, Culture, was released on January 27, 2017. In April 2017, Migos were featured on Katy Perry song "Bon AppΓ©tit" from her fifth studio album, Witness.
On May 30, 2017, Migos (branded by Quality Control) released "Too Hotty" which is featured on the compilation album, Quality Control: Control the Streets Vol. 1 that was released on December 19, 2017. The single was officially released on streaming service on August 24, 2017. The music video was released on August 25.
On October 27, Migos officially released "MotorSport", the lead single off their second studio album Culture II, along with Cardi B and Nicki Minaj. The second single, "Stir Fry", was released on December 20, 2017 on the official Migos YouTube channel. The song was produced by Pharrell Williams. The song was used for the 2018 NBA All-Star Weekend. A promotional single was released on January 22, 2018, titled, "Supastars". It was produced by Honorable C.N.O.T.E., Buddah Bless, and Quavo; it was co-produced by DJ Durel. Culture II was released on January 26, 2018. The album contains twenty-four tracks, featuring production from Metro Boomin, Dun Deal, Murda Beatz, Travis Scott, Zaytoven and others.
In October 2018, Quavo stated that Culture III would be released in early 2019. The album was then delayed and re-scheduled for release in early 2020. However, the album was pushed back again, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Quavo spoke to Billboard in March 2020, and announced the group's decision to hold off on the release of Culture III, explaining it was largely due to their inability to properly roll out the album once social distancing rules went into effect in most states in the US. Instead, the group will first release Quarantine Mixtape in the lead-up to Culture III.
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Migos Lyrics
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Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be, nigga nigga
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Young nigga, young nigga I'll rather be richer
Than flexing these cameras and taking these pictures
I'm a young nigga, I walk 'round the hood
I got boss credentials, they callin' me mister
Quick to shoot 3, Derek Fisher
No referee I'm official
I just might pull out my Fisker
You pussy I see your whiskers
Call up the plug no Santa
But he sending trees and gas for Christmas
Whippin' the dope, I terminate it
J's they say it's delicious
I got a bitch in my kitchen
With a onion booty I call her Delicious
And after she water whip it
I make that bitch wash the dishes
Into the Fisker, I'm doing 250
I'm praying I don't get a ticket
Yes I'm a Migo, but I don't wear Dickies
I'll rather put on True Religion
And if you want fame over money my nigga
Then you not true to your religion
I'll rather be rich
'Cause its some niggas that's famous that ain't got shit.
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be, nigga nigga
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
I'll rather be rich, I flex with your bitch
You can have the fame, you can have the gold chain
M's nigga, want them M's nigga
Got some niggas in the hood, they got M's nigga
Ask P, ask me
Northside Migo gang OG
Ridin' round, deuces on a damn Audi
'Fore I had a deal, young nigga copped it
Them dubs, them fifties, them hundreds
My trap always bunkin' you niggas is funny
I'm laughin with money
Beatin' the pot like I'm Sonny
Taking them trips making them flip
12 hit the block then I dip
Callin' up P, for the whips
Get in the pot then I WHIP!
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be, nigga nigga
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
R-Rich than famous
In Migos' song "Rich then Famous," the group expresses their preference for financial success rather than the notoriety that often comes with fame. The chorus repeats the phrase "Nigga I'd rather be rich than famous" multiple times re-emphasizing their point. The song also touches on typical themes of trap music, including drug dealing, high fashion, and luxury cars.
The first verse begins with the line "Young nigga, young nigga I'd rather be richer Than flexing these cameras and taking these pictures," which sets the tone for the rest of the song. The Migos members describe their lives, which are full of luxury cars, exotic drugs, and women with "onion booties." The trio brags about their basketball skills, proclaiming that they don't need a referee because they're the official judge of the court. They also reference their preferred fashion brand, True Religion, and dismiss Dickies as a less desirable option. The second verse of the song is much shorter than the first, with Offset rapping, "I'd rather be rich, I flex with your bitch You can have the fame, you can have the gold chain." This reinforces the message of the song's chorus, that they would rather have financial success than fame.
Line by Line Meaning
Nigga I'll rather be rich than famous
The singer values wealth over fame.
R-Rich than famous
Reinforcing the singer's preference for wealth over fame.
Nigga I'll rather be, nigga nigga
Reiterating the singer's belief that wealth is more important than fame.
Young nigga, young nigga I'll rather be richer
The artist prefers to continue building wealth rather than gaining fame.
Than flexing these cameras and taking these pictures
The artist is not interested in flaunting their wealth and attention for the camera.
I got boss credentials, they callin' me mister
The singer's success has earned them respect and admiration from their peers.
No referee I'm official
The singer is confident and authoritative in their actions and decisions.
I just might pull out my Fisker
The artist has expensive tastes and enjoys showing off their wealth.
You pussy I see your whiskers
The artist is not afraid to call out those who they consider weak or inferior.
Whippin' the dope, I terminate it
The artist is involved in the drug trade and is adept at producing and selling illicit substances.
J's they say it's delicious
The singer's drugs are highly sought after and deemed enjoyable by their customers.
I got a bitch in my kitchen
The artist has a woman assisting them in their drug operation.
With a onion booty I call her Delicious
The singer objectifies and sexualizes women.
And after she water whip it
The woman assists the singer in processing and preparing drugs for sale.
I make that bitch wash the dishes
The singer has a low opinion of the woman and treats her poorly.
Into the Fisker, I'm doing 250
The artist enjoys driving their expensive car at high speeds.
Yes I'm a Migo, but I don't wear Dickies
The artist is a member of the rap group Migos but doesn't conform to all of their associated fashion choices.
I'll rather put on True Religion
The singer prefers to wear expensive designer clothing.
And if you want fame over money my nigga
The singer is addressing those who prioritize fame over wealth.
Then you not true to your religion
The artist believes that prioritizing fame over wealth goes against their personal values.
I'll rather be rich
The artist has a strong preference for wealth.
'Cause its some niggas that's famous that ain't got shit.
The artist believes that some famous people are not actually wealthy or successful.
I'll rather be rich, I flex with your bitch
The singer enjoys flaunting their wealth and success to others.
You can have the fame, you can have the gold chain
The artist is willing to let others have the trappings of fame and wealth in exchange for focusing on their own financial success.
M's nigga, want them M's nigga
The singer is referring to millions of dollars, emphasizing their desire for wealth.
Got some niggas in the hood, they got M's nigga
The singer knows people in their neighborhood who are also wealthy.
Ask P, ask me
The singer and someone else named P could provide more information about their wealth and success.
Northside Migo gang OG
The artist identifies as part of the Migos and is an original member of their group.
Ridin' round, deuces on a damn Audi
The artist enjoys driving their luxury Audi with two fingers on the steering wheel, a gesture of nonchalant ease.
'Fore I had a deal, young nigga copped it
The singer acquired their wealth and luxury items before achieving mainstream success or signing with a record label.
Them dubs, them fifties, them hundreds
The singer has various denominations of cash in their possession, ranging from $20 bills to $100 bills.
My trap always bunkin' you niggas is funny
The artist's drug operation is constantly successful and profitable, making them amused by those who doubt their success.
Beatin' the pot like I'm Sonny
The artist is vigorously stirring a pot of drugs to prepare them for sale or use, comparing their actions to those of the character Sonny from the movie The Godfather.
Taking them trips making them flip
The artist is traveling to other locations to buy drugs and then selling them for a profit.
12 hit the block then I dip
The police have arrived on the singer's street, and they are quickly leaving the area to avoid getting caught selling drugs.
Callin' up P, for the whips
The artist is contacting someone named P to acquire additional luxury vehicles.
Get in the pot then I WHIP!
The singer is vigorously stirring the drugs in the pot, emphasizing their involvement in the drug trade.
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC
Written by: KIARI KENDRELL CEPHUS, KIRSNICK KHARI BALL, QUAVIOUS MARSHALL, Kiari Cephus, Kirshnik Ball, Michael Givens
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407 CREEP
Only real migos fans know bout these hits rip takeoff youβll be missed
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Ong big fax we gone always remember takeoff . Yrn this the one that introduced us to migo shit π―π―π₯
Mansa Musa
@Tj Tardo stop
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KLoudBro Gaming
I just had move to ga when this came out #LLTakeoff ππΈ
Always Confused
I remember sbsw Austin Texas meet these niggas as young bulls
Devin Williams
This was the first song that introduced me to the Migos... R.I.P YOUNG KING
Gus
Same bro ... fly high 1youngTakeoff
Tyshon Smith
No cap
Knox Bundle
Arguably One of Take Best Verses... Rest EasyππΎππΎ