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. The group later released another mixtape titled "No Label" in 2012, which featured "Bando", a track that was 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 Appétit" 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.
Hate It or Love It
Migos Lyrics
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I fuck a hoe, then I don't know her name, aye
I got some niggas that gon' ride to the end
Forgive me Lord, I repent all my sins
Hate it or love it we winning again, and again, and again, and again
I copped the coupe, then I blew out the brain, aye
I fuck a hoe, then I don't know her name, aye
Forgive me Lord, I repent all my sins
Hate it or love it we winning again, and again, and again, and again
I copped the coupe, then I blew out the brain
My rollie bust down no "Plain Jane,"
I'm fucking on hoes I don't know they name
Hate it or love, bitch, we in the game
My niggas walk in and we shoot up your place
Got a halloween mask and a dirty AK
I fuck on her one time; she want me to stay
I'm pitching hardball like I play for the Braves
I call my plug and he give it away
Then nobody touch it, it looking amazing
Hate it or love it, we get to the faces
My pockets so sloppy, 'bouta make it with gravy
Fuck is you saying?
I copped the coupe, then I blew out the brain, aye
I fuck a hoe, then I don't know her name, aye
I got some niggas that gon' ride to the end
Forgive me Lord, I repent all my sins
Hate it or love it we winning again, and again, and again, and again
I copped the coupe, then I blew out the brain, aye
I fuck a hoe, then I don't know her name, aye
I got some niggas that gon' ride to the end
Forgive me Lord, I repent all my sins
Hate it or love it we winning again, and again, and again, and again
Hate it or love it, we winning
Put my heart in my music – it's genuine
Dropping the top off the Benz
We came from the bando community
You know that we started the trend
These niggas copy us, usually
Your bitch want to fuck – she a fan
She got good brain; let her tutor me
This was apart of the plan
Dropping the top in the Lam'
We did this shit for the fam'
These niggas know who I am
Drop the top on the Bentley and it's over
Hop in the Porsche and pull over
Dropping a four in my soda
I fucked that bitch at the ?
She piped up, I noticed
I'm having cash and it's on me
Welcome to the mansion, this a castle
Hop in the pool, it's deep
Never meet a nigga like me
We had to make it out the streets
I was in a Lam' on a beach
Hate it or love it, we gonna' eat
I copped the coupe, then I blew out the brain, aye
I fuck a hoe, then I don't know her name, aye
I got some niggas that gon' ride to the end
Forgive me Lord, I repent all my sins
Hate it or love it we winning again, and again, and again, and again
I copped the coupe, then I blew out the brain, aye
I fuck a hoe, then I don't know her name, aye
I got some niggas that gon' ride to the end
Forgive me Lord, I repent all my sins
Hate it or love it we winning again, and again, and again, and again
Hate it or love it, my nigga thugging
Light up that cookie, smoke out in public
Double cup, a nigga pouring muddy
It get ugly hate it or love it
Fuck that broke nigga, don't fuck with the industry
Literally, I don' been shot at, like 50 Cent
Fuck niggas having them feminine tendencies, really you niggas just envy me
Niggas be sneak dissing, think they offending me
YRN 2, the rich niggas, they feeling me
I can't stand broke niggas 'cause they be killing me
Niggas they hate me 'cause they can't get rid of me
I copped the coupe, then I blew out the brain
Don't know what I'm talking 'bout? I mean mentally
My diamonds come from Elliot Avianne, you get your diamonds from Tiffany
Hate or love it, my niggas we got the top, my nigga, and we turned nun' to something
You can talk down all you want to, but you cannot stop my God when them blessings be coming
They don't want to see me make it
Talking 'bout Karma when I'm out in Tijuana
My niggas, they keep it one hundred
Hate it or love it, my niggas, they get to the money
I copped the coupe, then I blew out the brain, aye
I fuck a hoe, then I don't know her name, aye
I got some niggas that gon' ride to the end
Forgive me Lord, I repent all my sins
Hate it or love it we winning again, and again, and again, and again
I copped the coupe, then I blew out the brain, aye
I fuck a hoe, then I don't know her name, aye
I got some niggas that gon' ride to the end
Forgive me Lord, I repent all my sins
Hate it or love it we winning again, and again, and again, and again
The chorus of "Hate It or Love It" by Migos and Young Thug describes the successful and reckless lifestyle of the rappers, who are unapologetic about their actions as long as they are winning. The verses follow the same theme, with references to expensive cars, shooting up places, and hooking up with random women. While there is no deeper meaning to these lyrics, they offer a glimpse into the luxurious and extravagant lifestyle of the rap industry, where money, women, and power are the driving forces.
The chorus of the song suggests that the artists are aware of their controversial nature, and they do not care whether people hate or love them as long as they are successful. The lyrics are repetitive but catchy, with an infectious beat that is typical of trap music. Migos and Young Thug deliver their verses with confidence and swagger, emphasizing their status as successful rappers who are not afraid to take risks.
Overall, "Hate It or Love It" is a typical trap song that celebrates the excesses of the rap industry. While the lyrics may not be profound, they offer a glimpse into the lifestyle of the young and successful, who are willing to do whatever it takes to maintain their wealth and power.
Line by Line Meaning
I copped the coupe, then I blew out the brain, aye
I bought a fancy car and customized it to my liking
I fuck a hoe, then I don't know her name, aye
I have casual sex with women whom I don't care to remember
I got some niggas that gon' ride to the end
I have loyal friends who will stick by me no matter what happens
Forgive me Lord, I repent all my sins
I regret my past actions and seek forgiveness from a higher power
Hate it or love it we winning again, and again, and again, and again
We are succeeding repeatedly despite what others may think or say
My rollie bust down no 'Plain Jane,'
My expensive Rolex watch has been decorated with diamonds
I'm fucking on hoes I don't know they name
I'm engaging in sexual activities with women I do not know personally
Hate it or love, bitch, we in the game
Whether you like it or not, we are a part of the music industry
My niggas walk in and we shoot up your place
My friends and I are violent and will attack anyone who opposes us
Got a halloween mask and a dirty AK
We possess illegal firearms and other dangerous weapons
I fuck on her one time; she want me to stay
After a single sexual encounter, the woman desires a deeper connection
I'm pitching hardball like I play for the Braves
I am successful like a professional athlete on a winning team
I call my plug and he give it away
I contact my drug dealer and he immediately provides me with narcotics
Then nobody touch it, it looking amazing
Once I acquire drugs, I keep them hidden and admire the product
Hate it or love it, we get to the faces
We make a lot of money and success through our music career
My pockets so sloppy, 'bouta make it with gravy
My pockets are so full of cash, it's like they are overflowing with gravy
Fuck is you saying?
I do not care about what you are saying
Put my heart in my music – it's genuine
My music is authentic and true to myself
Dropping the top off the Benz
I am opening the roof of my luxury convertible car
We came from the bando community
We grew up in low-income neighborhoods and faced challenges
You know that we started the trend
We initiated a popular fashion or attitude
These niggas copy us, usually
Other people try to imitate our style or success
Your bitch want to fuck – she a fan
Women are attracted to me because of my fame and reputation
She got good brain; let her tutor me
The woman is intelligent and can teach me new things
This was apart of the plan
My current success is something I intended to achieve
Dropping the top in the Lam'
I am opening the roof of my expensive Lamborghini car
We did this shit for the fam'
We worked hard and achieved success for the benefit of our family
These niggas know who I am
People recognize me and my achievements
Drop the top on the Bentley and it's over
Open the roof of the expensive Bentley car and it signifies the end of something
Hop in the Porsche and pull over
Get into the Porsche car and stop on the side of the road
Dropping a four in my soda
Adding cough syrup with codeine to my beverage
I fucked that bitch at the ?
I had sexual relations with a woman at an unknown location
She piped up, I noticed
She became more vocal and enthusiastic, and I took notice
I'm having cash and it's on me
I am carrying a large amount of money on my person
Welcome to the mansion, this a castle
My luxurious home is like a palace
Hop in the pool, it's deep
Jump into the swimming pool, which has a deep end
Never meet a nigga like me
No one has ever encountered someone quite like me
We had to make it out the streets
We had to overcome hardships in our past living situations
I was in a Lam' on a beach
I was driving my Lamborghini car on a sandy shoreline
Hate it or love it, we gonna' eat
Whether people approve or not, we will continue to make money and succeed
Hate it or love it, my nigga thugging
Whether people approve or not, my friend is engaging in criminal activities
Light up that cookie, smoke out in public
Smoke marijuana in public, without concern for consequences
Double cup, a nigga pouring muddy
I am drinking a concoction of promethazine and codeine mixed with alcohol
It get ugly hate it or love it
The consequences of my actions can be detrimental, regardless of what others may think
Fuck that broke nigga, don't fuck with the industry
I do not associate with unsuccessful people who do not work in the music industry
Literally, I don' been shot at, like 50 Cent
I have been a victim of gunfire, similar to the rapper 50 Cent
Fuck niggas having them feminine tendencies, really you niggas just envy me
I do not associate with men who act feminine, when in reality they are just jealous of my success
Niggas be sneak dissing, think they offending me
Other people talk behind my back, believing that they are causing me distress
YRN 2, the rich niggas, they feeling me
Wealthy people appreciate and respect my musical talent
I can't stand broke niggas 'cause they be killing me
I do not like unsuccessful people, because they frustrate and annoy me
Niggas they hate me 'cause they can't get rid of me
Other people dislike me because they are unable to diminish my success
Don't know what I'm talking 'bout? I mean mentally
If you do not understand my message, perhaps it is because you are not intelligent enough
My diamonds come from Elliot Avianne, you get your diamonds from Tiffany
My diamonds come from a high-end jeweler, while yours come from a more common retailer
Hate or love it, my niggas we got the top, my nigga, and we turned nun' to something
We have achieved success and status, and we have transformed from nothing into something great
You can talk down all you want to, but you cannot stop my God when them blessings be coming
Regardless of what others may say or do, my faith in a higher power will bring me prosperity and success
They don't want to see me make it, Talking 'bout Karma when I'm out in Tijuana
Others do not want to see me succeed and may wish bad things to happen to me, but I continue to live my life freely regardless of the consequences
My niggas, they keep it one hundred
My friends are honest and trustworthy
Hate it or love it, my niggas, they get to the money
Regardless of what people may think or feel about us, we are successful and making money
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Trapped
They came a long way salute to migos
BrewdSherrito
trapvision Amen brotha bless up 🙏
Alex
You say
YRN x KJ
One of my favorite songs right now!!
Fábio Ribeiro
fr MIGO THE GANG
Ange William Assirifix
Je ne comprend pas comment ce son a pu être autant sous estimé 🔥🔥 repose en paix take 🔥🔥🔥😭😭😭😭
Death
quavo and offset sacrificed him
Ange William Assirifix
Je m’en souviens comme si s’était hier là première année de mon bac , je marchais avec cette tuerie en versant parfois une larme sur le couplet de take-off
KvngRay
going back to these fire ass songs lowkey sad knowing Take died the way he did
Thomas Averill
like how has this not blown up? each of them delivered what they are supposed to