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.)
Oh GIrl
Paul Wall Lyrics
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Ohhh girl, I'd be in trouble if you left me now
Cause I don't know where to look for love, I just don't know how
Ohhhhhhhh girl, I'd be in trouble if you left me now
Cause I don't know where to look for love, I just don't know how
Ohhhh.. {*cut off and echoes*}
[Paul Wall]
Motivated by love with the blessings of God
We were head over heels in this love thang
Funny ain't it thinkin back, our friends thought it was just a fling
I used to call you on the phone, late night tip
Mackin to you in your ear, conversation well equipped
I used to make you laugh, I used to make you smile
But all the while your roommates were in denial
We felt a lot of jealousy from the very start
Your so-called friends kept tryin to tear us apart
They used to tell you all kinda lies
Just like a wolf in sheep's clothing, the devil came in disguise
They transformed all your smiles into tears
to sabotage your happiness and blamed it on my busy career
I gave you e'rythang, aimin to please
But I guess it wasn't enough, cause now you ready to leave
But don't go baby
[Chorus]
[Paul Wall - over Chorus]
What it do baby, don't leave me hangin baby
I know you feelin this, I'm just sayin though
I know you hearin me, so don't do it baby
You know I keep it real, just let me tell you somethin
[Paul Wall]
Lil' momma been down with me for a while
When you tryin to smile I'm the one you like to dial
But lately I've been on a mission for commission
So while you at home wishin you was with me I've been missin
But listen I'm tryin to lace you up with diamonds that glisten
I got a vision so baby you need to kill all the fiction
Don't listen to what your friends sayin, they just jealous
cause they on the sidelines watchin while you in the game playin
I'm just sayin you should be stayin, but I ain't trippin
I'm in love with my money baby that's how I'm livin
You know I got you on my mind like an {?}
And all of your naggin me and whinin it got me fed up
I'm on the grind hustlin, stackin my cash
But you just thank I'm in the streets chasin after some ass
Tryin to break that bread, I'm tryin to get that cake
But you complainin talkin 'bout you fin' to skate, baby what it do
[Chorus]
[Paul Wall]
I'm tryin to tell you 'bout your friends hatin
While they be over there complainin I'm just on my grind paper chasin
You got them insecure thoughts in your mind
But instead of chasin hoes I be overtime on my grind
You steady listenin to the gossip in the beauty shop
But all them jealous single females want what you got
They would do anythang to take yo' place
Cause everytime I come around they be givin me that sex face
You ridin shotgun in the James Bond Benz
With the frog-eyed lens on them 20 inch do rims
So why you worried about your jealous so-called friends
I'm just on my grind tryin to stack me up some ends baby
I used to make you laugh, I used to make you smile
And all the while your jealous friends been in denial
I ain't askin much, lil' momma just keep it real
Either you're down with me or not, baby what's the deal
[Chorus] - 2.5X w/o cut-off until last 1/2 repeat
In Paul Wall's song "Oh Girl," the artist talks about the struggles of keeping a relationship intact while pursuing a successful career as a rapper. The song's lyrics talk about the love between two people and the obstacles they face due to the interference of the woman's friends. They try to tear the couple apart and sabotage their happiness. Wall tries to convince his girlfriend to stay and not leave him because he doesn't know where to look for love and doesn't know how to find it. However, at the same time, he speaks of his struggle with balancing his career and maintaining the relationship. Wall expresses his love for his girlfriend and shares his visions of their future together, where he hopes to shower her with diamonds, but all he gets in return is complaints and nagging.
Line by Line Meaning
Ohhh girl, I'd be in trouble if you left me now
I am heavily reliant on you and I would struggle if you were to leave me
Cause I don't know where to look for love, I just don't know how
I don't have any other people I can rely on for love and I struggle to find love
It started off, we were two peas in the pod
We started our relationship very close and connected
Motivated by love with the blessings of God
Our relationship was driven by love with the support of God
We were head over heels in this love thang
We were deeply in love with each other
Funny ain't it thinkin back, our friends thought it was just a fling
Our friends didn't take our relationship seriously, but it turned out to be real love
I used to call you on the phone, late night tip
I used to stay up late talking to you on the phone
Mackin to you in your ear, conversation well equipped
I was using my charm to impress you and our conversations were always interesting
I used to make you laugh, I used to make you smile
I always tried to make you happy and put a smile on your face
But all the while your roommates were in denial
Despite our happiness, your roommates didn't approve of our relationship
Your so-called friends kept tryin to tear us apart
Your friends tried to sabotage our relationship
They used to tell you all kinda lies
Your friends would spread rumors and lies about me
Just like a wolf in sheep's clothing, the devil came in disguise
Your friends were deceptive and manipulative in how they tried to break us up
They transformed all your smiles into tears
Your friends made you sad and upset by causing problems in our relationship
to sabotage your happiness and blamed it on my busy career
Your friends accused my career of being the reason for our problems when it was really their fault
I gave you e'rythang, aimin to please
I did everything I could to make you happy and satisfy you
But I guess it wasn't enough, cause now you ready to leave
Despite my efforts, you still want to end our relationship
What it do baby, don't leave me hangin baby
Don't leave me alone and don't ignore me
I know you feelin this, I'm just sayin though
You know I'm speaking the truth and trying to communicate my feelings
Lil' momma been down with me for a while
You have been loyal and committed to me for some time
When you tryin to smile I'm the one you like to dial
I am the person you turn to when you need someone to talk to or make you happy
But lately I've been on a mission for commission
I've been focused on making money and building my career lately
So while you at home wishin you was with me I've been missin
While you miss me at home, I've been busy and away from you
But listen I'm tryin to lace you up with diamonds that glisten
I am working hard to provide for you and give you nice things
I got a vision so baby you need to kill all the fiction
I have a plan and you need to stop worrying and trust me
Don't listen to what your friends sayin, they just jealous
Your friends are just envious and don't have your best interests in mind
cause they on the sidelines watchin while you in the game playin
They are not as involved in our relationship as you are and they are just spectators
You know I got you on my mind like an {?}
You are always on my mind and I care about you deeply
And all of your naggin me and whinin it got me fed up
Your constant complaints and nagging are starting to wear on me and cause frustration
I'm on the grind hustlin, stackin my cash
I am working hard and trying to make money
But you just thank I'm in the streets chasin after some ass
You think I am out cheating and pursuing other women instead of working
Tryin to break that bread, I'm tryin to get that cake
I'm trying to make a lot of money and become wealthy
But you complainin talkin 'bout you fin' to skate, baby what it do
But you're complaining and threatening to break up, what are you going to do?
I'm tryin to tell you 'bout your friends hatin
I am trying to warn you about your envious friends
While they be over there complainin I'm just on my grind paper chasin
While they are complaining, I am working hard to make money
You got them insecure thoughts in your mind
You are thinking negatively and doubting yourself because of what your friends are saying
But instead of chasin hoes I be overtime on my grind
I am not out cheating on you, I am working overtime to make money
You steady listenin to the gossip in the beauty shop
You are paying too much attention to the rumors and gossip that your friends spread
But all them jealous single females want what you got
Your friends are jealous of what we have and wish they could have it too
They would do anythang to take yo' place
Your friends are so envious that they would try to break us up and take your place
Cause everytime I come around they be givin me that sex face
Your friends are attracted to me and act seductively around me
You ridin shotgun in the James Bond Benz
You are riding in the passenger seat of a luxurious car
With the frog-eyed lens on them 20 inch do rims
The car has unique features and expensive wheels
So why you worried about your jealous so-called friends
You shouldn't be concerned about your envious friends
I'm just on my grind tryin to stack me up some ends baby
I am working hard to make a lot of money
Either you're down with me or not, baby what's the deal
You need to decide if you want to continue to be with me or not
Contributed by Jackson C. Suggest a correction in the comments below.