Pitbull celebrates 20 years of 'Culo' with rapper Lil Jon
Mumbai, July 29
Cuban-American singer Pitbull has marked 20 years of his breakout hit "Culo," celebrating the song that introduced his signature party sound to the world.
Pitbull shared a string of pictures from the making of the 2004 track, which featured Lil Jon and served as the lead single from his debut album M.I.A.M.I.
He wrote in the caption on Instagram: "20 years of the Culo video...daleee @liljon."
As of July 2026, the song has over 11 million views and 80K likes on YouTube.
"Culo" was produced by Lil Jon, who is also a featured artist. The song uses the Coolie Dance riddim, which gained prominence from Nina Sky's hit "Move Ya Body".
However, a mash-up of "Culo" and "Pull Up", named "Pull Up (The Culo Remix)", later appeared on Mr. Vegas's 2004 album Pull Up. "Culo" peaked at number 32 on the US Billboard Hot 100, number 45 on the US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, and number 11 on the US Hot Rap Songs chart.
Talking about Pitbull, he began his career in the early 2000s as a reggaeton, Latin hip-hop, and crunk performer, and signed with TVT Records to release his debut album, M.I.A.M.I. Executive-produced by Lil Jon, the album entered the Billboard 200, along with his second and third albums, El Mariel and The Boatlift.
His fourth album, Pitbull Starring in Rebelution, yielded his mainstream breakthrough, spawning the singles "I Know You Want Me (Calle Ocho)" and "Hotel Room Service".
Meanwhile, Lil Jon is regarded as a progenitor of the club-oriented hip-hop subgenre crunk. Lil Jon's hits include "Salt Shaker" by Ying Yang Twins, "Cyclone" by Baby Bash, "Damn!" by YoungBloodZ, "Freek-a-Leek" by Petey Pablo, "Goodies" by Ciara, and "Yeah!" by Usher.
In 2013, Lil Jon released "Turn Down for What" with DJ Snake, which has been certified platinum by the RIAA.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Wow, 20 years already? I remember hearing this at a college fest in Mumbai. The Coolie Dance riddim brings back memories—Nina Sky's "Move Ya Body" was everywhere! 🎶
Pitbull and Lil Jon are legends. "Culo" is a classic. I still play it at parties. DALE! 💃
20 years of pure fiesta! Pitbull has come a long way from "Culo" to "I Know You Want Me." His crossover appeal is incredible. But honestly, some of his recent stuff feels repetitive—still, respect for the legacy! 🌟
Lil Jon's production on "Culo" is iconic. The crunk sound was huge in the 2000s. "Turn Down for What" still gets me hyped. Good times! 🎧
Cool to see Pitbull getting recognition. "Culo" was a game-changer. But I wish the article mentioned more about the Latin influence on global music—especially how it resonates in India. We love our reggaeton parties! 🪩
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