Malphurs moved with his family from Jamaica, Queens, New York to Riverdale, Georgia when he was nine years old. The name "Waka" was taken from Fozzie Bear. The name "Flocka Flame" was given to him by rapper Gucci Mane.Waka Flocka is a member of the 1017 Brick Squad Boyz, with Gucci Mane, OJ Da Juiceman, Frenchie, and Wooh Da Kid.
He was shot in the arm while struggling with a robber at a car wash in Atlanta, Georgia on the morning of January 19, 2010. His debut single is called "O Let's Do It",which peaked at #62 on the Billboard Hot 100. His debut album, Flockavelli was released later on in 2010.
The Round Of Applause Songfacts says. After an early version of "Round of Applause without Drake leaked in early August 2011, it was remixed by the Toronto MC and released it through his official blog October's Very Own, on September 11, 2011. Waka Flocka Flame then chose to master the remix and release it as the official single from his second album, Triple F Life: Friends, Fans and Family. It was released to iTunes on October 18, 2011, and to U.S. urban radio on November 1, 2011.
He was featured on Lil Jon's album Crunk Rock on the track "Throw It Up, Pt. 2 (Remix)" which also feature Pastor Troy Waka is 6'6ft 265lbs
Bang (feat. YG Hootie
Waka Flocka Flame Lyrics
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lex
lex we in dis bych throwin gang sign bang
brick x8
bricksquad bricksquad
(talking)
bang x5
bang x5
we in dis bych throwin gang sign bang
bang x5
we in diz bych throwin gang sing bang
bang x5 (brick x8
we in dis bych throwin gang sign bang (bricksquad bricksquad bricksquad bricksquad)
The lyrics to Waka Flocka Flame's song Bang featuring YG Hootie are indicative of the gang culture that surrounds the rap music scene. The phrase "we in dis bych throwin gang sign bang" is repeated throughout the song, which showcases the rappers' affiliations with their respective gangs. The use of the word "bang" is representative of the sound of a gunshot, further highlighting the violent nature of gang-related activities.
The repetition of the phrase "bricksquad" is significant in that it is the name of Waka Flocka's record label and crew. This serves to demonstrate the loyalty and solidarity among his gang members. The use of the word "lex" may be a reference to the car brand, Lexus, and could be symbolic of the rappers' materialistic goals and aspirations.
Overall, the lyrics to Bang paint a picture of the gang culture prevalent in the rap music industry. The constant references to gang signs, violence, and materialism serve to showcase the lifestyle and mindset of these rappers.
Line by Line Meaning
pow x3
Gunshot sounds repeated three times
lex
Waka Flocka Flame's signature ad-lib
lex we in dis bych throwin gang sign bang
Waka Flocka Flame and his gang are present, throwing up gang signs and shooting guns
brick x8
Reference to the rapper's gang affiliation with the Bricksquad Monopoly
bricksquad bricksquad
Chanting of the rapper's gang name
(talking)
Unintelligible background vocals
bang x5
Sound of gunshots repeated five times
we in dis bych throwin gang sign bang
Waka Flocka Flame and his gang are still present, throwing up gang signs and shooting guns
we in diz bych throwin gang sing bang
Waka Flocka Flame and his gang are still present, throwing up gang signs and shooting guns (with a misspelling for emphasis)
brick x8
Reference to the rapper's gang affiliation with the Bricksquad Monopoly
we in dis bych throwin gang sign bang (bricksquad bricksquad bricksquad bricksquad)
Waka Flocka Flame and his gang are still present, throwing up gang signs and shooting guns while chanting their gang name
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