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.
My Family
Migos Lyrics
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I go to war with my family (raah, raah)
Ups and downs (up)
Wrong or right, this family (yeah, hey)
They think that we crazy (crazy)
They say that we crazy, can't handle it (crazy, yeah)
My back on the wall (back)
Who I'ma call? My family (brrr)
We stick out (stick out)
Wig out (wig out)
Bug out (hey)
Pop out (ooh)
Hop out (go)
Ball out (hey)
Show out
Aye, this a party, let's not make a problem (no)
Why you lookin' at me like you startin' somethin'?
You should know it's not just me that you'd be wrongin'
You wronged me so you better think twice
You shouldn't mess with me
You don't wanna mess with me
'Cause if you mess with me
You're messin' with my family (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You shouldn't mess with me
You don't wanna mess with me (no)
'Cause if you mess with me
You're messin' with my family (uh)
Aye-aye-aye
You might think that we all loco
Aye-aye-aye
Don't mess with my family
But this family 'bout to go global
We blowin' up
Raah, raah (aye)
Raah
Yeah, yeah (aye aye)
Yeah, yeah
En mi familia si hay problema' no jugamo' (yeah, aye, no jugamo')
Y si hay party hasta mañana celebramo' (celebramo, yeah)
Si te dicen que estamo' loco', loco' estamos (yeah, loco' estamos)
Y en las buenas y en las malas nos quedamo' (nos quedamo')
No traicionamo' (don't mess with my family)
Aye, this a party, let's not make a problem (no)
Why you lookin' at me like you startin' somethin'?
You should know it's not just me that you'd be wrongin'
You wronged me so you better think twice
You shouldn't mess with me
You don't wanna mess with me
'Cause if you mess with me (don't mess with my family)
You're messin' with my family (yeah, yeah, yeah)
You shouldn't mess with me
You don't wanna mess with me
'Cause if you mess with me
You're messin' with my family (uh)
Yeah, yeah, yeah (oh oh, yeah, yeah)
You're messin' with my family
La familia
Hey, oh oh (yeah, yeah, yeah)
Don't mess with my family (no)
Aye-aye-aye (brrr)
You might think that we all loco
Aye-aye-aye
But this family 'bout to go global
They say that we mean (mean)
They say that we rude (rude)
They say we got problems (problems)
But we say it's cool (we turning up)
Family, family (family)
I go to war with my family (raah)
Ups and downs
Wrong or right, that's family (uh)
Aye-aye-aye
You might think that we all loco (don't mess with my family)
Aye-aye-aye
But this family 'bout to go global
The song ‘My Family’ by Migos celebrates the bond of family, emphasizing the idea of sticking together through thick and thin. The repetitive use of the word ‘family’ in the chorus makes it clear that this is the central theme of the song. The lyrics tell of a family that is often misunderstood and labeled ‘crazy’ by outsiders but remains united in the face of adversity. The line ‘wrong or right, this family’ implies that the members support each other, regardless of whether they are in the right or wrong. The verse ‘My back on the wall, Who I'ma call? My family’ emphasizes the importance of having a strong support system in times of trouble.
The second verse starts with the idea of a party, but then quickly shifts to a warning to not mess with the family, as it will have consequences. The lines ‘You wronged me so you better think twice, You shouldn't mess with me, You don't wanna mess with me, 'Cause if you mess with me, You're messin' with my family’ make it clear that the family takes protecting their own seriously. The song ends with a reiteration of not to mess with the family, emphasizing their loyalty and togetherness.
Line by Line Meaning
Family, family (family)
We are all about family and the bond that we share
I go to war with my family (raah, raah)
I will stand up for my family and protect them no matter what
Ups and downs (up)
We have our good and bad times together as a family
Wrong or right, this family (yeah, hey)
We stick together through thick and thin, no matter who is right or wrong
They think that we crazy (crazy)
People think we are crazy because of how dedicated we are to our family
They say that we crazy, can't handle it (crazy, yeah)
People doubt our strength and loyalty as a family and think they wouldn't be able to handle it
My back on the wall (back)
When I am in a tough situation, I know that I can always count on my family to have my back
Who I'ma call? My family (brrr)
In times of trouble, I know that I can always rely on my family to help me out
We different (woo)
Our family is unique and not like other families
We stick out (stick out)
Our family stands out from the crowd and is noticed because of our strength and loyalty to each other
Wig out (wig out)
We enjoy ourselves and let loose as a family, sometimes in wild ways
Bug out (hey)
Just like the wig out line, our family sometimes acts crazy and spontaneous
Pop out (ooh)
Our family is not afraid to be seen and show off our bond in public
Hop out (go)
We are always ready to jump into action and support each other when needed
Ball out (hey)
As a family, we enjoy the finer things in life and like to show off our success
Show out
We are proud of ourselves and love to demonstrate our strength and unity
Aye, this a party, let's not make a problem (no)
We are all here to have a good time and should not let any issues come between us
Why you lookin' at me like you startin' somethin'?
Why are you giving me a problem or attitude when we are just trying to enjoy ourselves?
You should know it's not just me that you'd be wrongin'
If you have an issue with me, you are also having an issue with my whole family
You shouldn't mess with me
You should not try to start a problem with me because it will only cause trouble for both of us
You don't wanna mess with me
It's better for both of us if we avoid any confrontation or problems
You're messin' with my family (yeah, yeah, yeah)
If you mess with me, you are also messing with my family and will face consequences
Aye-aye-aye
We are serious and not to be messed with
You might think that we all loco
You may think we are crazy and unpredictable
Don't mess with my family
It is a bad idea to try and cause trouble for my family
But this family 'bout to go global
Our family is going to become even bigger and more successful on a global scale
En mi familia si hay problema' no jugamo' (yeah, aye, no jugamo')
In my family, if there is a problem, we do not play around and take it very seriously
Y si hay party hasta mañana celebramo' (celebramo, yeah)
And if there is a party, we celebrate until tomorrow
Si te dicen que estamo' loco', loco' estamos (yeah, loco' estamos)
If they say we are crazy, we are crazy and proud of it
Y en las buenas y en las malas nos quedamo' (nos quedamo')
In good times and bad times, we stick together as a family
No traicionamo' (don't mess with my family)
We do not betray each other or let anyone come between us as a family
Yeah, yeah, yeah (oh oh, yeah, yeah)
We are confident in ourselves and our family bond
La familia
Family is everything to us
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Antonina Armato, Calvin Broadus Jr., Carolina Giraldo, Danny Parra, Quavious Keyate Marshall, Tim James, Vic Mizzy
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