Although Takeoff may have not had a verse on "Bad And Boujee," the Migos' biggest song to date, it's important to remember just how much the trio's youngest member has accomplished for the group. One need only point to a few key verses and hooks (see: "Fight Night") to demonstrate Takeoff's indispensability.
Despite Takeoff's massive contributions to the success of the Migos, the shine of the music world is sporadic and rapidly shifting, and that's a damn shame. Let us educate thou non-believing and forgetful among Migos fans.
Flip through the gallery, and take a look at what we consider to be five criminally underrated Takeoff verses. YRN 4ever.
Migos - "Ounces" (Verse 2)
Produced by Zaytoven and Metro Boomin, "Ounces" is like a successful rap song blueprint. As bouncy as Quavo's flow in the first verse goes, Takeoff's excitement, climaxing with a reference to Kangaroo Jack, speaks to the potential of YRN as well as anything released since.
Takeoff's verse begins at 1:50.
Migos - "1017 (Feat. Young Thug)" (Last Verse)
Featuring a creatively underdeveloped Young Thug, "1017" gives Takeoff a chance to sprint with it, as the rapper shows off just how fast he can go compared to these other guys. Throw in a stout reference to Steven Spielberg, and you've got yourself a manic Migos masterpiece.
Takeoff's verse begins at 1:59.
Jeremih - "Don't Tell Em (Migos Remix)" (Verse 3)
Slaughtering a DJ Mustard beat with no melody ain't an easy task, but on this Jeremih remix, Takeoff manages to accomplish and then some. Cultural references on this speedy recovery include Michael Phelps and travel-assisting website Expedia. To make a big record bigger.
Takeoff's verse begins at 2:05.
Migos - "Highway 85" (Verse 3)
Although this Yung Rich Nation cut is primarily a tribute to N.W.A, Takeoff spins his flow from coast-to-coast squeezing in a phenomenal first line homage to Slick Rick The Ruler's "Children's Story" (although you may know the line from Jay Z's "99 Problems"). This song is one we're still surprised exists, but we're oh so very happy it does.
Takeoff's verse begins at 2:50.
Migos - "Commando" (First Verse)
This 2016 track is a blackout moment for Takeoff. You can hear in his voice and flow that he's tired of being overlooked and taken from. He puts on for the culture, and is demanding that same respect in return. You can try to hate after hearing this verse, but the effort at this point seems futile.
Takeoff's verse begins at 1:30.