Studio Album · No. 1
M.I.A.M.I. Songwriting Credits by Pitbull
TVT Records
Hip HopCrunk
100%
Authorship
Holds writing credit on 16 of 16 tracks
Authorship Breakdown 16 / 16 documented
Who wrote the songs?
Scored across the 16 tracks with documented writers, by whether Pitbull carries a lyricist or composer credit.
16 trackswritten by Pitbull
0 tracksoutside writers
Pitbull's roles on this album
Share of the 16 tracks where a band member is credited, by role.
Lyricist100%
Composer100%
Producer0%
Performer100%
By the Numbers
16
Tracks
21
Lyricists
10
Producers
634,000
US Copies Sold
2004
Released
Data Insight
M.I.A.M.I. is Pitbull's debut, built almost entirely around Miami crunk and bass, with Lil Jon overseeing much of the record and producing or co-producing several tracks including the lead single 'Culo.' Perez co-writes his verses throughout, credited as Armando C. Perez, and the album leans heavily on regional collaborators like the Diaz Brothers and Bigg D rather than pop crossover producers. The guest list keeps it rooted in Southern rap and Miami's scene, with Bun B, Fat Joe, Trick Daddy, Lil Scrappy and Mr. Vegas appearing.
M.I.A.M.I. (Money Is A Major Issue) is Pitbull's debut studio album, released October 5, 2004 on TVT Records. It established his signature Miami bass and crunk-influenced rap style, produced largely by Lil Jon. The album introduced the Miami street sound that would become his trademark.
Track Listing & Credits 16 tracks
Written by the artist
Written by outside writers
| # | Title | Lyricist(s) | Composer(s) | Producer(s) | Performers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
305 Anthem
|
PitbullLil Jon | Armando Christian PérezJonathan Smith | Lil Jon | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 2 |
Culo
#32
|
PitbullLil JonMr. VegasClifford Smith | Armando Christian PérezJonathan SmithCordel BurrellClifford Smith | Lil JonHugo DiazLuis Diaz | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 3 |
She's Freaky
|
PitbullHugo DiazLuis Diaz | Armando Christian PérezHugo DiazLuis Diaz | Hugo DiazLuis Diaz | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 4 |
Shake It Up
|
PitbullLil JonCorellius JohnsonTenaia Sanders | Armando Christian PérezJonathan SmithCorellius JohnsonTenaia Sanders | Lil Jon | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 5 |
Toma
|
PitbullLil Jon | Armando Christian PérezJonathan Smith | Lil Jon | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 6 |
I Wonder
|
PitbullLil JonTenaia Sanders | Armando Christian PérezJonathan SmithTenaia Sanders | Lil Jon | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 7 |
Get on the Floor
|
PitbullTenaia SandersLil Jon | Armando Christian PérezTenaia SandersJonathan Smith | Lil Jon | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 8 |
Dirty
|
PitbullBun BD. Woody | Armando Christian PérezBernard FreemanD. Woody | The Demi | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 9 |
Dammit Man
|
PitbullCorellius JohnsonLaron YoungJim Jonsin | Armando Christian PérezCorellius JohnsonLaron YoungJim Jonsin | Jim Jonsin | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 10 |
We Don't Care Bout Ya
|
PitbullLuis DiazHugo DiazFrank Roman | Armando Christian PérezLuis DiazHugo DiazFrank Roman | Hugo DiazLuis Diaz | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 11 |
That's Nasty
|
PitbullLil JonLil ScrappyJohnny MollingsLenny MollingsFat Joe | Armando Christian PérezJonathan SmithDarryl RichardsonJohnny MollingsLenny MollingsJoseph Cartagena | DJ NastyLVM | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 12 |
Back Up
|
PitbullHugo DiazLuis DiazFrancisco Del | Armando Christian PérezHugo DiazLuis DiazFrancisco Del | Francisco DelHugo DiazLuis Diaz | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 13 |
Melting Pot
|
PitbullTrick DaddyDJ Khaled | Armando Christian PérezMaurice YoungKhaled Khaled | DJ Khaled | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 14 |
Hustler's Withdrawal
|
PitbullHugo DiazLuis Diaz | Armando Christian PérezHugo DiazLuis Diaz | Hugo DiazLuis Diaz | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 15 |
Hurry Up and Wait
|
PitbullEsteban Trujillo | Armando Christian PérezEsteban Trujillo | Esteban Trujillo | Pitbull (Rap) |
| 16 |
Culo (Miami Mix)
|
PitbullLil JonMr. VegasClifford Smith | Armando Christian PérezJonathan SmithCordel BurrellClifford Smith | Lil JonHugo DiazLuis Diaz | Pitbull (Rap) |
Songwriter & Credit Spotlight 32 contributors
AC
Armando Christian Pérez
Writer
P
Pitbull
Writer · Rap
LJ
Lil Jon
Writer · Producer
JS
Jonathan Smith
Writer
HD
Hugo Diaz
Writer · Producer
LD
Luis Diaz
Writer · Producer
TS
Tenaia Sanders
Writer
CS
Clifford Smith
Writer
CB
Cordel Burrell
Writer
CJ
Corellius Johnson
Writer
MV
Mr. Vegas
Writer
DK
DJ Khaled
Writer · Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions M.I.A.M.I.
When was Pitbull's debut album M.I.A.M.I. released?
M.I.A.M.I. was released on August 24, 2004 through TVT Records. It is Pitbull's debut studio album. The title is an acronym for 'Money Is A Major Issue.'
Who produced the single 'Culo' by Pitbull?
'Culo' was produced by Lil Jon, who also appears as the featured artist on the track. It served as the lead single from M.I.A.M.I. The song became Pitbull's first entry on the Billboard Hot 100, peaking at number 32.
Did Pitbull write M.I.A.M.I. himself?
Pitbull co-wrote his material on M.I.A.M.I., credited under his legal name Armando C. Perez. The album was a collaborative effort with producers and co-writers including Lil Jon, the Diaz Brothers and Bigg D.
What genre is Pitbull's M.I.A.M.I. album?
M.I.A.M.I. is a hip hop and crunk album. It reflects the Miami bass and Southern crunk sound that Lil Jon helped shape across the record. The album predates Pitbull's later shift toward dance-pop.
Who are the featured guests on M.I.A.M.I. by Pitbull?
Featured guests on M.I.A.M.I. include Lil Jon, Bun B, Fat Joe, Lil Scrappy, Trick Daddy and Mr. Vegas. The lineup keeps the album rooted in Southern rap and Miami's local scene. Trick Daddy was an early mentor figure for Pitbull.
How did M.I.A.M.I. perform on the charts?
M.I.A.M.I. debuted at number 14 on the Billboard 200, selling about 55,000 copies in its first week. The album was certified Gold by the RIAA in 2005. It had sold roughly 634,000 copies in the United States.