Migos proves again that they aren't another average run-of-the-mill group with their homage to Soul Train. Defining the "Culture", the rap moguls reunite with Drake on Walk it Talk It to prove once again the plan to become icons and the best group in hip-hop history.
Within the first few seconds any person worth their salt immediately recognizes the afros, vibrant colors, hoop earrings, thick glasses, and Jamie Foxx with taking a jab at a Don Cornelius impression. Soul Train which first aired in 1971 hold its weight as one of the greatest influences in African American culture for over 30 years, capitalizing and introducing some of the greatest musical minds of the black community. Dancing and music became the forefront of the Motown era as legendary artists such as, Aretha Franklin, Tina Turner, Al Green and countless others would perform for the world. Jamie Foxx introduces the Migos, straight out of North Atlanta, and the trio bring a dab of their signature style to the 70s. Donning over the top afros, flamboyant suits, and blinding jewelry Quavo, Offset, and Takeoff recreate the classic image of Soul Train, an iconic __________ All 3 show off their distinct style, Quavo showing off his grill and taking the lead in suave style, Offset attacking the instrumental, popping and locking his way through his verse, and Takeoff vibing, making himself know with his own unorthodox flow. Soul Train wouldn’t be Soul Train without dancers taking it back in time with rollerblades, afros, vintage cars, checkered pants, and disco balls lighting up the stage. Even the infamous Soul Train line makes an appearance and its nothing short of amazing Although the threesome shines in this element, the true gem taking from the video is Drake with his smooth talking, Jheri curl donning character. Twitter immediately did their magic and edited Drake dancing and singing to mariachi music and immortalized stills of Drake starting longing into the camera. The Walk It Talk It shows how much the Migos have changed from the average bando recorded videos most artists create for visuals. A Soul Train reference is an inspired idea and revitalized the idea of a modern day Soul Train for modern day artists. |
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