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.)
Recognize My Car
Paul Wall Lyrics
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I like to drive real slowly
Riding clean, everybody wanna be my homie
Pop trunk show me, boppers wanna blow me
They recognize my car even if they don't know me
They recognize my car even if they don't know me
Pop trunk show me, boppers wanna blow me
That's why I like to drive real slowly
Well it's the slow pro professional, the greatеst of all
Adverb superb on point like Chris Paul
It's thе original Wall, poking out while I crawl
Trunk popped up tall as the ?
From H Town to ? Town all the way to New York
Broke 'em off, left 'em broke, slab god I'm the GOAT
I don't mean to gloat, the ? cleaner than soap
Exterior wineberry with the inside
Oh yeah, the Cadillac flow is quite crucial
Leather seats butter cream softer than a poodle
When I'm clean I tend to drive a little slower than usual
If you take a picture I got first right refusal
I'm the ? so basically that mean I'm the big shit
My competition nothing but pig shit
I whip out competitors quicker than Bisquick
Fine mamacita with me and she a misfit
That's why I like to drive real slowly
Riding clean, everybody wanna be my homie
Pop trunk show me, boppers wanna blow me
They recognize my car even if they don't know me
They recognize my car even if they don't know me
Pop trunk show me, boppers wanna blow me
Riding clean, everybody wanna be my homie
That's why I like to drive real slowly
Ayo my neck is freeze, make a lot of dough and the extra cheese
Gotta make the bars match the beat when you mess with Pete
No sapphires in my stones, just fire in my stones
Even my tires Firestone
Monday I'm the Mercury, LA weather
Tuesday suede leather, Bobby Boucher sweater
Wednesday we at the wash and they hittin' the wheels
Thursday we in the 'Lac and she ? the hills
Friday kick back, move a package and chill
Money green ? laid back in the hill
Saturday makin' cheese, do my thing in the hearse
Sunday pick up my kids and I swing 'em to church
You know it's real when Pete reaching out for a verse
You gotta murder it worse, then you further rehearse
I got the fifteens bumpin' in the trunk of my Benzo
Watch 'em when they try and act cool but pretend though
Cruising like we at the beach, coolin' in my Jaguar seats
Actually everything I'm doing is a masterpiece
Fresh from Italy, Carrera GT
And my man ? in the Porsche next to me (Come on)
Feel the breeze from the sea when the top down
Couple G's off the beats, time to shop now
V's wanna plot now when they see my bloaw-bling
I'm gettin' love in Houston like Yao Ming, that's why...
I like to drive real slowly
Riding clean, everybody wanna be my homie
Pop trunk show me, boppers wanna blow me
They recognize my car even if they don't know me
They recognize my car even if they don't know me
Pop trunk show me, boppers wanna blow me
Riding clean, everybody wanna be my homie
That's why I like to drive real slowly
The lyrics to "Recognize My Car" by Paul Wall and Termanology talks about their love for driving slowly while riding in a clean car. They poke fun at how everyone wants to be their friend and how people recognize their car, even if they don't know who they are. The song goes on to describe their luxurious rides, such as Cadillac's and Jaguars. They feel proud to be recognized for their cars and their style, which makes them feel like they are on top of the world. Overall, the song is a tribute to their cars and the attention they get while driving them around.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, we gotta slow it down
I like to drive real slowly
Riding clean, everybody wanna be my homie
I have a nice car and people want to be associated with me
Pop trunk show me, boppers wanna blow me
I open my car trunk to show off my speakers and attract attention
They recognize my car even if they don't know me
My car is so recognizable that people know it belongs to me, even if we've never met before
It's the slow pro professional, the greatest of all
I'm the best when it comes to driving slow and showing off my car
Adverb superb on point like Chris Paul
I'm exceptionally good at what I do, like Chris Paul is with basketball
If you take a picture I got first right refusal
I want control over how my car is presented to the world, so I get to decide if a photo of it is used
I'm the ______ so basically that mean I'm the big shit
I'm the best there is at showing off my car
I whip out competitors quicker than Bisquick
I can quickly outdo anyone who tries to compete with me in showing off their cars
Money green ? laid back in the hill
I've got a lot of money and I'm relaxed and comfortable in my success
You know it's real when Pete reaching out for a verse
It's a sign of respect when another artist asks me to collaborate on a song
Cruising like we at the beach, coolin' in my Jaguar seats
I feel relaxed and comfortable driving around in luxury
Everything I'm doing is a masterpiece
I take pride in everything I do, including showing off my car
Fresh from Italy, Carrera GT
My car is a top-of-the-line model that I imported from Italy
V's wanna plot now when they see my bloaw-bling
People are envious of my success and wealth, especially when they see my jewelry
I'm getting love in Houston like Yao Ming, that's why...
People in my hometown of Houston recognize and appreciate my success, like they do with basketball player Yao Ming, which is why I continue to show off my car
Lyrics © Spirit Music Group
Written by: Daniel Carrillo, Paul Slayton
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Deez Nuttz
Love how all the old school artists are coming back with that original shit
Ninja Ninja
So old-school it's Fresh!
Geo
I was gonna write something similar
DK Producer
Speaking of Pete Rock - Have you heard this new CL Smooth track? https://youtu.be/Zqi7_w6Dqio
Pandie
These beats!
Deez Nuttz
@Pandie 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥💯💯
ItzCapOnDaBeat
Never realized how much I needed a Paul Wall and Pete Rock track
T.k. Kirkland2000
This is wild .. Pete n Paul let's gooooo
bourdieufan
dope ain’t it
Dylan Morgan
paul just gettin it havin fun ! this track is good for the soul!!!