Willie learned at a young age that his calling in life is in music. He displayed his passion and proved his dedication through participation in talent shows and the church choir. Those experiences were only enhanced by the times that Willie spent with his father in local juke joints.
At the age of twelve, Willie established The Baby Gangstaz. This group landed him a deal with a local record company, French Jamz. Through this opportunity, the group was able to gain local fame and release their first album in 1993 entitled “E-Z Goin’ Gangsta”.
In 1997 Willie became the Missouri State Champion in the 100 meter dash which earned him a full track scholarship to the University of Mississippi. At his alma mater, he earned a degree in psychology, pledged the historically black fraternity, Kappa Alpha Psi, and established himself as a renowned student athlete.
Being a college track star with Olympic dreams as well as a reputation as an artist, Willie made a life altering decision when deciding to pursue his music career full-time. In 2002, Willie was signed by Universal Records for his single, “Roll Wit Me,” which led to the creation of his debut album, “Enter the Life of Suella”, a collaboration of Hip Hop and R&B. The single outsold Whitney Houston’s national anthem single for 6 weeks straight in 2002 earning rave reviews from Billboard
That album yielded several other successes such as the single “Na Na” which was featured on the soundtracks of the hit movies Guru and Bad Company, starring Chris Rock and Anthony Hopkins. It also garnered the attention of Rap Snacks Potato Chips which featured Willie as a celebrity figure. Willie also co-headlined for several mainstream performers including Sean “P Diddy” Combs, New Edition, Mario, R. Kelly, Raheem Devaughn, Tank, Life Jennings, Dream, Mike Jones and Keisha Cole.
In 2003 and 2004, “Pretty Radio” on KATZ 100.3- The Beat became the 1 radio show on weekends largely because of its host, Willie, who became well known throughout the Midwest as a radio personality. This radio show provided a bevy of opportunities for him to increase his business savvy as well as progress his music career. He was also afforded the opportunity to get listeners’ feedback on his new music.
From this process of testing, Willie emerged with two bona fide hits, "Wooo", a hip hop hit, and "Lay Your Body Down". Lay Your Body Down later became an unofficial love anthem for all generations. This success propelled Willie's career onto new levels. It enabled him to launch his own company "WILFLO Records" (2004), which is a tribute to his parents Willie Sr. and Flora. Without their unconditional love and support, the magnitude of his success would be non-existent.
With a new label and a renewed sense of confidence, Willie released an independent album “Pretty Willie vs. P-Dub” which was reflective of his dexterity in both rap and R&B. The album included the songs “Four Walls” and “Lay Your Body Down,” which featured in the movie, “Johnson Family Vacation”, starring Cedric the Entertainer and Vanessa Williams. The album further solidified his position as a hit maker. In reference to what the creation of the album meant to him, Willie states, “I did this album independently so I could be myself and build my own fan base and my own brand.”
That he did. With a successful independent release under his belt in 2005, Willie’s music as well as the success of his album reached the ears of Warner Bros. Willie spent a year with the Warner brand and as time ran out for them to release a single, he was able to cut ties freely.
Since then Willie “Pretty Willie” Moore Jr. has become a favorite for all age groups on the world wide web. Willie has extended his brand by having one of the most viewed MySpace pages of any unsigned artist (myspace.com/pdub; 7.5million page views, 11.4 million song plays). With his new style of music “KINGDOM MUZIK” well underway, Willie has been able to cross genres with his new single “Good Thang” and “Angel” which are currently getting airplay across the country on Hip hop, Urban AC, and Gospel stations. “Love is a universal language that everyone can relate to.” says Willie
In 2008 Willie landed a national ad as a face model for the Gillette Fusion razor. He was seen around the world in a plethora of magazines as the “face of Gillette.” The advertisement included a brief bio which further facilitated Willie’s efforts to build his brand and solidify himself as businessman as well as an artist.
After enrollment in Brian Reese School of Acting in Los Angeles California in 2007, in 2008 Willie landed a supporting role in the national stage play “Those Jeans” staring Antwan Tanner (Coach Carter, One Tree Hill), Latavia Roberson (Destiny’s Child) and Michael Mario (Law and Order). Willie also stars in the reality show “Peep” in which follows the lives of independent artist who, like Willie, strive to build their own business models and brands.
“I never focus on the obstacles, but on the opportunities that are presented. Everything is a learning experience and I am grateful to have the eyes to see life as such. The past is history, the futures a mystery, the present is a gift, that's why they call it the present. I cherish my present!”
4 Walls
Pretty Willie Lyrics
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I know we're not supposed to be doing this
Nah Nah Nah~
Tonight it's between us
Let me start by saying this love is no fantasy
I'm just here to fulfill all your fantasies
Tonight, Whatever it takes to turn you on
You're here with me
Take advantage
Come closer, Please
Watch me get mannish
How could something so wrong, Feel so right
Can't worry 'bout it tomight
[Chorus]
If these 4 walls could conversate mami
won't we tell all about the love that we make (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
We both know these 4 walls can not talk
So let's make love (Oooh yeah)
We should know what's done in the dark, shall always
Come to light, not tonight it feels right (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
We both know these 4 walls can not talk
So let's make love (Oooh yeah)
Let's forget about the past
'Cause all that is history
Focus on now, Tonight girl it's you and me
So please, Turn off the phones and take off your clothes
Been thinking
Possibly you and me were meant to be
But circumstances in my relationship make it hard for me
I can't think about her
With this sexy brown skin in my face
Say ahh~
[Chorus]
If these 4 walls could conversate mami (These 4 walls)
won't we tell all about the love that we make (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
We both know these 4 walls can not talk
So let's make love (Oooh yeah)
We should know what's done in the dark, shall always
Come to light, not tonight it feels right (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
We both know these 4 walls can not talk
So let's make love (Oooh yeah)
All around the world fellas fellas fellas
This what I need you to do
If you want that woman tonight, And you know she got a man
This what I want you to tell her
Say this right here,This what I want you to say, Say this right here
Fellas: I ain't worried about your man, I want to make love tonight
P-Dub: And ladies if you don't care, I want you to say this
Ladies: I ain't worried about your woman, I want to make love tonight
P-Dub: And fellas you ask this right here fo' real ask this
Fellas: Is there any room in your pants, I want to make love tonight
P-Dub: And ladies if you're willing to go down let it go down
Ladies: So grab me by the hand, And we gonna make love tonight
P-Dub: And ya'll gonna get it on fo' sho do that
[Chorus]
If these 4 walls could conversate mami
They'll tell all about the love that we make (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
We both know these 4 walls can not talk
So let's make love (Oooh yeah)
We should know what's done in the dark, shall always
Come to light, not tonight it feels right (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
We both know these 4 walls can not talk
So let's make love (Oooh yeah)
(If these 4 walls could talk)
Something in my heart
Something in my heart (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
Something in my heart (Oooh yeah)
Something in my heart
Something in my heart (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
Something in my heart (Oh yes)
So let's make love (It does)
The song "4 Walls" by Pretty Willie talks about a secret love affair between two people who are aware that what they are doing is not right, but the temptation and desire are just too strong to resist. The song starts with the artist hooked on the person he is with and knowing that they are not supposed to be doing what they are doing. However, the singer is willing to fulfill all of their partner's fantasies and do whatever it takes to turn them on. The artist asks his partner to take advantage of being with him and come closer. He also declares that the feeling is so right, even though it is wrong, they cannot worry about it tonight.
The chorus of the song changes the tempo to a spiritual-like ambiance, and it talks about the four walls that witness the secret affair but cannot have a say in what they see. Both parties know that what they are doing is considered wrong, and if anyone finds out, there would be trouble. However, they believe that what is done in the dark shall always come to light, but for tonight, they can put everything aside and focus on the love they share.
The third verse of "4 Walls" talks about the artist possibly imagining a future with the person he is with, but the complications from his relationship make it difficult. He, however, chooses not to think about that and focuses on what he has now. He advises his partner to turn off their phones and forget about the past. The song ends with more choruses with the artist singing about what is in his heart and how it has him hooked on his partner.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh Oh Oh~ (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
The singer is hooked on his lover and wants to be with her tonight.
I know we're not supposed to be doing this
The singer recognizes that their affair is wrong, but he can't resist his lover.
Nah Nah Nah~
The singer is telling his lover that they shouldn't worry about anything except each other tonight.
Tonight it's between us
The singer wants his lover to know that tonight they can forget about everything else and focus on each other.
Let me start by saying this love is no fantasy
The singer wants his lover to know that his feelings for her are real and not just a fantasy.
I'm just here to fulfill all your fantasies
The singer wants to give his lover the experience she desires.
Tonight, Whatever it takes to turn you on
The singer is willing to do whatever it takes to please his lover tonight.
Don't worry
The singer wants his lover to relax and not worry about anything else tonight.
You're here with me
The singer wants his lover to know that he's there for her tonight.
Take advantage
The singer wants his lover to take advantage of their alone time together.
Come closer, Please
The singer wants his lover to come closer to him and feel comfortable with him.
Watch me get mannish
The singer wants to show his lover his more masculine side and impress her.
How could something so wrong, Feel so right
The singer is aware that cheating is wrong but he can't help but feel great with his lover.
Can't worry 'bout it tomight
The singer urges his lover to forget their worries and enjoy their time together tonight.
If these 4 walls could conversate mami
The singer imagines the walls are his audience and tells his lover they won't tell anyone about their affair.
won't we tell all about the love that we make (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
The singer imagines the walls will reveal everything they've done, but they'll never know the extent of their love.
We both know these 4 walls can not talk
The singer acknowledges that they have nothing to worry about because their secret is safe behind these walls.
So let's make love (Oooh yeah)
The singer wants to make the most of their secret time together and enjoy each other's company even more.
We should know what's done in the dark, shall always
The singer understands that any secret is always at risk of coming out.
Come to light, not tonight it feels right (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
The singer is willing to take the risk as tonight feels right to him and he is hooked on his lover.
Let's forget about the past
The singer wants his lover to forget everything that happened before tonight and focus on the present.
'Cause all that is history
The singer believes they have a chance to make a new history together.
Focus on now, Tonight girl it's you and me
The singer wants his lover to focus on their present company tonight.
So please, Turn off the phones and take off your clothes
The singer wants his lover to fully relax and enjoy the moment by unplugging all technology.
Been thinking
The singer has been thinking a lot about his lover and whether they are meant to be together.
Possibly you and me were meant to be
The singer believes he and his lover may have been fated to be together.
But circumstances in my relationship make it hard for me
The singer acknowledges that he is in a relationship but also has strong feelings for his lover.
I can't think about her
The singer is trying to focus only on his lover and push any other relationships out of his mind.
With this sexy brown skin in my face
The singer is enjoying his lover's physical appearance and wants to make the most of their time together.
Say ahh~
The singer is urging his lover to be more intimate with him.
All around the world fellas fellas fellas
The singer is addressing other men around the world.
This what I need you to do
The singer is making a request of his male audience.
If you want that woman tonight, And you know she got a man
The singer is instructing men who also want to cheat on their partners.
This what I want you to tell her
The singer is giving advice on what men should say to their secret lovers.
I ain't worried about your man, I want to make love tonight
The singer instructs men to tell their secret lovers that they don't care about their partner.
And ladies if you don't care, I want you to say this
The singer instructs women to also be open to secret affairs.
I ain't worried about your woman, I want to make love tonight
The singer tells women to not worry about their male partners and have fun tonight.
And fellas you ask this right here fo' real ask this
The singer is asking men to confirm their attraction to their secret lovers.
Is there any room in your pants, I want to make love tonight
The singer wants men to ask their lovers if they are interested in sex tonight.
And ladies if you're willing to go down let it go down
The singer tells women not to pass up the opportunity for intimacy.
So grab me by the hand, And we gonna make love tonight
The singer urges his audience to seize the moment and enjoy the opportunity for love and intimacy.
And ya'll gonna get it on fo' sho do that
The singer encourages his audience to take his advice and have fun together tonight.
(If these 4 walls could talk)
The singer continues to imagine the walls are listening to their affair.
Something in my heart
The singer is feeling a lot of emotions but can't express them openly due to their secret affair.
Something in my heart (Oooh it's got me hooked on you)
The singer's feelings for his lover are strong and he can't help but feel connected to her.
Something in my heart (Oh yes)
The singer is feeling confident and sure of his feelings for his lover.
So let's make love (It does)
The singer wants to make the most of the moment and be intimate with his lover.
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