Culture
Migos · 2017
58 min · 13 tracks · trap music
A dynamic blend of catchy hooks and relentless beats that define the modern sound of Southern hip-hop and trap.
Top tracks — play these first
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Culture Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Bad and Boujee — This track features a standout beat and clever wordplay that captured widespread attention, becoming synonymous with Migos' style and contributing to their mainstream breakthrough.
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T-Shirt — With its memorable hook and laid-back flow, T-Shirt encapsulates the essence of Migos' lyrical prowess while showcasing their unique storytelling approach.
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Slippery — The collaboration with Gucci Mane adds an extra layer of charisma to Slippery, highlighting Migos' ability to blend their signature sound with established artists in the genre.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
Culture showcases Migos' signature sound with catchy hooks and solid production, though it lacks some depth in composition.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that sets a confident tone, followed by a series of tracks that maintain a consistent mid-tempo pace.
- The last three tracks slow down the tempo slightly, providing a contrast to the more energetic earlier songs.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Defined its genre or moment. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic flow with peaks
- catchy hooks for group vibes
- vibrant energy for parties
- engaging rhythms for road trips
Maybe skip if you
- seeking mellow background tunes
- prefering slow, contemplative tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Established Migos' reputation with mainstream success and cultural impact.
- Career context
- Released on January 27, 2017, Culture was Migos' second studio album, following their breakthrough mixtape, Yung Rich Nation. By this point, they had solidified their status in hip-hop, thanks to previous hits like Versace and Bad and Boujee, which propelled them into mainstream success.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Bad and Boujee
The transition in the verses where the rappers boast about their lifestyle shifts from confident declarations to intricate wordplay.
This shift showcases Migos' skillful balance between braggadocio and lyrical dexterity, elevating their narrative beyond typical rap tropes.
Tracklist
- 1 Culture Start here 2:34
- 2 T-Shirt 4:02
- 3 Call Casting 3:52
- 4 Bad and Boujee 5:43
- 5 Get Right Witcha 4:17
- 6 Slippery 5:04
- 7 Big on Big 4:50
- 8 What the Price 4:08
- 9 Brown Paper Bag 3:31
- 10 Deadz 4:34
- 11 All Ass 4:54
- 12 Kelly Price 6:03
- 13 Out Yo Way 4:48
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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