Wall's first music industry exposure came as a street team member on the Northwest side of Houston, promoting southern artists such as T.I. and labels like Cash Money and The New No Limit. He is also an accomplished and proficient mixtape and party DJ, known for producing mixtapes in the now-well-known screwed & chopped style, which was invented by the late DJ Screw. While he has recently stated on record that South LE. (in Houston's southside) is his base of operations, it is not the neighborhood that Paul Wall is actually from. Paul Wall has claimed several such neighborhoods over his career, starting with De Soto in Acres Homes (his original home neighborhood), then switching to Gulf Bank (also in Acres Homes).
Paul Wall, Chamillionaire and Jon Higgins were originally affiliated with Swishahouse Records, but left for Paid in Full Records a short time later. After several mixtape and independent releases, including the critically acclaimed 'Get Ya Mind Correct', the two parted ways on bad terms. Chamillionaire continued to release independent records, while Paul Wall returned to the Swishahouse fold. This move allowed him to appear on Mike Jones' first commercially distributed single, "Still Tippin'", from his first major label album 'Who Is Mike Jones?'.
His major label debut, 'The People's Champ', has produced a lead single, "Sittin' Sidewayz", which is receiving national radio and television play. In August, 2005, rumors began to circulate that Paul Wall and Chamillionaire had settled any differences that remained between them, and are again on good terms with one another. Paul Wall also appeared with GLC on the song "Drive Slow" on Kanye West's second solo album, 'Late Registration'.
Paul Wall is the owner and proprietor of TV Jewelry in Houston. The store specializes in the production of grills, silver, gold, or platinum caps and diamond inlays (usually princess-cut diamonds). Grills have become a growing trend in rap culture and have even influenced its own song. "Grillz", by Nelly featuring Paul Wall along with other artists, where at one point Paul raps "Call me George Foreman 'cause I'm sellin' everybody grillz.)
Hustler Stackin Ends
Paul Wall Lyrics
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Aww, that hoe gangsta......Live from the GRITIRON
It's the people's champ..Know what I'm talkin' 'bout?
I gotta, do what I do cuz I do it so well
Stackin' my mail and at the same time avoiding that sale
You gotta feel all that I'm sayin' like it's written in brail
But if not, oh well cuz sooner or later you will
If you bout it as well, holla at ya boy on the cell
My pockets phatter then a whale, cut deeper then a whail
cuz I put in work, and move slow like a snail
I can do my slabs out, we can play show and tell
Laptops made by dell, when the tv's fell
In this game..either you buy or you sell
Let's make a deal I keep it real, it ain't no cheatin' my scale
At the end of the trail, the truth will be unvailed
But right now, you weak and frail, boy you scary as hell
So go back under ya shell, cuz you under my spell
I never fail..I hold it down like yeah jail
[Hook - Big Shasta (Paul Wall) (Repeat)]
Now you could call me what you want cuz I be all that
See the rims under the 'lac now what you call that?
9 times outta 10 I'm probably where them brauds at
(But I'ma hustler, I keep somethin' to fall back)
[Yung Redd]
Yeah!, I'ma baller so a playa 'bove them rims
I sit 24, inches above them rims
And all these hoes wanna flock inside the club with him
9 times outta 10 dimes ridin' with him
Whoa!, but I can never fall, y'all off forever, ball tall
take mines get out 9 then chalk y'all
And I got hoes everyday of the calendar
Tippin 4-5 yeah I drive from the passenger
I talk it, I live it, admit it, you name it, I did it
I'm pimpin' these bitches I got it you never gon' get it
Got somethin' in my pocket, I spit it and get a profit
You see them 20's squattin' got the whole hood watchin'
Ain't nothin' change but the 0's on the check
As soon as we re-up we gon' flood the set
Nigga, but you can call me what you want cuz I be all that
7-1-3, Yung Redd what you call that?
[Talking - Yung Redd]
Yeah (7-1-3), Yung Redd..my nigga Paul Wall
Big Shasta..Sucka Free, Paid In Full..Yeah, Yeah
[Hook - Big Shasta (Paul Wall) (Repeat)]
Now you could call me what you want cuz I be all that
See the rims under the 'lac now what you call that?
9 times outta 10 I'm probably where them brauds at
(But I'ma hustler, I keep somethin' to fall back)
The opening dialogue of Paul Wall's "Hustler Stackin Ends" sets the tone for the rest of the song. The rhymes in this song revolve predominantly around money, wealth, and hustling to get to the top. He proclaims himself as the People's Champ and talks about his hustle to become successful in the game.
The first verse talks about how Paul Wall is all about making money, but he doesn't sell out. He invests in himself and stays true to his brand. He talks about how his pockets are deeper than a whale because of the hard work he puts in, but he's still in control of his finances, making deals that benefit him. It’s essentially representing how he is indeed stacking all his money to a point that it's overwhelming for him.
The second verse is performed by Yung Redd, who touches base with his lifestyle. He talks about how he drives on 24-inch rims and never has to worry about money because there's always a supply. Women are attracted to his lifestyle and want to be part of it. Yung Redd is also a hustler, always looking for a way to make more money. The chorus is sung by Big Shasta (with Paul Wall) and ties everything together. They brag about their wealth and the expensive things they own, with the “something” they keep to fall back being the wealth they've built.
Line by Line Meaning
Aww, that hoe gangsta......Live from the GRITIRON
Introducing the song and setting the tone for the following lines.
I gotta, do what I do cuz I do it so well
Explaining that he is good at what he does and will continue to do it.
Stackin' my mail and at the same time avoiding that sale
Working hard and smart to make money without resorting to illegal means.
You gotta feel all that I'm sayin' like it's written in brail
Urging the listener to pay attention and understand what he is saying.
But if not, oh well cuz sooner or later you will
Encouraging the listener to keep listening because eventually they will understand.
I'm all about stackin' my bread but not the kind that go stale
Focusing on making money in a long-term, sustainable way.
If you bout it as well, holla at ya boy on the cell
Inviting others who share his work ethic to get in touch with him.
My pockets phatter then a whale, cut deeper then a whail
Boasting about his financial success and the hard work that went into it.
cuz I put in work, and move slow like a snail
Acknowledging the amount of work that went into his success and that slow and steady wins the race.
I can do my slabs out, we can play show and tell
Offering to show off his successes to others.
Laptops made by dell, when the tv's fell
Mentioning specific brand names that he is using in his business.
In this game..either you buy or you sell
Explaining the nature of the game he is playing - buying and selling goods.
Let's make a deal I keep it real, it ain't no cheatin' my scale
Offering to make fair deals and not cheat anyone in the process.
At the end of the trail, the truth will be unvailed
Promising that eventually, the truth will come out about his hard work and success.
But right now, you weak and frail, boy you scary as hell
Taunting someone who is not as successful and confident as he is.
So go back under ya shell, cuz you under my spell
Continuing to taunt and belittle someone who is not as successful as he is.
I never fail..I hold it down like yeah jail
Asserting his confidence in his abilities and work ethic.
Now you could call me what you want cuz I be all that
Asserting his confidence and independence.
See the rims under the 'lac now what you call that?
Pointing out his flashy and expensive car accessories.
9 times outta 10 I'm probably where them brauds at
Boasting about his popularity and access to attractive women.
(But I'ma hustler, I keep somethin' to fall back)
Reminding everyone that he is still a hard worker and is always prepared for the worst.
Yeah!, I'ma baller so a playa 'bove them rims
More bragging about his financial success and his expensive car.
I sit 24, inches above them rims
Describing the height of his car's rims to demonstrate their expense and rarity.
And all these hoes wanna flock inside the club with him
Boasting about his popularity with women and their desire to be around him.
9 times outta 10 dimes ridin' with him
Further bragging about the attractive women who are drawn to him.
Yeah, but I can never fall, y'all off forever, ball tall
Asserting his confidence in his ability to succeed and stay successful.
take mines get out 9 then chalk y'all
Suggesting that he will take what he wants and leave his opponents in the dust.
And I got hoes everyday of the calendar
Continuing to brag about his popularity with women.
Tippin 4-5 yeah I drive from the passenger
Describing his expensive car and the way he likes to drive it.
I talk it, I live it, admit it, you name it, I did it
Boasting about his experience and success.
I'm pimpin' these bitches I got it you never gon' get it
Describing his treatment of women in a derogatory manner to assert his status and success.
Got somethin' in my pocket, I spit it and get a profit
Explaining his ability to make money easily and quickly through his work.
You see them 20's squattin' got the whole hood watchin'
Drawing attention to his expensive car accessories and the attention they garner.
Ain't nothin' change but the 0's on the check
Asserting that despite his success and financial gains, he has not changed as a person.
As soon as we re-up we gon' flood the set
Indicating that he will continue making money to further his success.
Nigga, but you can call me what you want cuz I be all that
Reasserting his confidence and independence.
7-1-3, Yung Redd what you call that?
Branding himself with a specific area code and asserting his success within that area.
Contributed by Asher W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.