Booba - Futur

Booba's album Futur: a sonic transition between two worlds

Released on November 26, 2012, Futur marks a shift in direction for Booba. The work resembles a journey through new sounds, within a context where French rap is drawing more heavily from American influences. Released via Tallac Records, the album kicks off an evolution that will have lasting repercussions.

Known and focused production

The producers on Futur include T-Minus, Therapy, Young Chop, MdL, Thomas Join-Lambert, Thomas Broussard, Vader, and Melomayne. The collective Therapy Music is prominently featured, and the specific names are confirmed by sources.

Collaborations as dialogues with the present

Among the standout tracks on Futur, two songs feature American artists: "C'est la vie," which welcomes 2 Chainz, and "1.8.7," featuring Rick Ross. These collaborations bring a more rhythmic and powerful dimension to the project, adding a contrast between Booba's style and the sounds of American rappers. Their presence underscores a willingness to open up to other musical universes while remaining rooted in French rap culture.

Tracks that speak without being heard

The album stands out for its economy of words. Booba doesn't just tell stories; he suggests, evokes, and lets images and feelings linger. It's a style that prioritizes density over the verb, making it a project that is both intimate and universal. The poetry of rap unfolds here without being shouted, in a way of speaking that fits within the genre's codes while surpassing them in certain aspects.

A Verdict: A Transition Between Past and Future

The album Futur has been certified double platinum. It marked a major turning point in Booba's career, with an increased influence of trap sounds, electro, and more futuristic productions.