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
Stereo Type
Waka Flocka Flame Lyrics
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I’ve been through so much shit
they say I’ve blown up quick
I’ve been through so much shit
I’ve been through so much shit
they say I’ve blown up quick
brother dead, daddy dead, auntie got HIV
started popping pills cause of shit that i’ve seen
and the shit that I went through as a child
me, Karma, Wooh running wild
love the way my fans go wild
never ever ever let words bring me down
broke three years ago, I’m rich right now
still bickin’ back in the hood, blowin loud
love the way my bad bitch hold me down
free Lil Boosie, that’s my rap
it fucked me up when I heard you on trial
I wonder if hip hop gonna stand up now
soul of the streets I’ll tell my fans to hold him down
you in my prayers, my dog
and when you get out we gon ball, my dog
I’m tryna maintain
flood out my chain
do my own thang
keep this shit a hundred, dog
police be harassing me
‘cause I’m thugging too hard
ain’t no controlling me
I’m down with Brick Squad (Monopoly!)
they stereotyping me
they stereotyping me
they stereotyping me
you gon’ need some reinforcements
they stereotyping me
they stereotyping me
they stereotyping me
I think I’m hearing voices
they stereotyping me
they stereotyping me
they stereotyping me
and ain’t no controlling me
police be harassing me
police be harassing me
police be harassing me
but I’mma always keep it G
In the song Stereo Type by Waka Flocka Flame, the artist talks about his struggles and how he has been through a lot of tough situations in his life. He mentions how his brother, father, and aunt have all passed away or are going through medical issues. He also mentions that he had to resort to popping pills to cope with his childhood experiences. Despite all the hardships, he still loves the way his fans go wild and that he never lets words bring him down. He also talks about how he is being stereotyped by authorities and the police harass him for "thugging too hard," but he will always keep it real and true to who he is.
These lyrics reflect the harsh realities of life for many people, especially those who grow up in disadvantaged communities. It shows the struggles that are faced, from losing loved ones to being judged and harassed by those in positions of power. But it also shows the resilience of people who have to endure these hardships, the love and support they receive from their communities, and their determination to stay true to themselves despite the odds.
Line by Line Meaning
I’ve been through so much shit
I have experienced a lot of unfortunate things in my life
they say I’ve blown up quick
People think I have achieved success too quickly
brother dead, daddy dead, auntie got HIV
I have lost family members and someone close to me is suffering from a serious illness
lord, can you please get this rage out of me?
I am struggling to manage the anger I feel as a result of my difficult experiences
started popping pills cause of shit that i’ve seen
I have turned to drugs as a coping mechanism for the traumatic things I have witnessed
and the shit that I went through as a child
My troubled childhood has contributed to my current struggles
me, Karma, Wooh running wild
My friends and I are enjoying our freedom and living life to the fullest
love the way my fans go wild
I enjoy the excitement and energy my fans bring to my performances
never ever ever let words bring me down
I am determined to not let negative comments or criticism affect me
broke three years ago, I’m rich right now
I have experienced a significant positive change in my financial situation
still bickin’ back in the hood, blowin loud
I still spend time in my old neighborhood, smoking and relaxing
love the way my bad bitch hold me down
I appreciate the loyalty and support of my girlfriend
free Lil Boosie, that’s my rap
I am publicly advocating for the release of Lil Boosie, a fellow rapper
it fucked me up when I heard you on trial
I was deeply affected when I learned that Lil Boosie was on trial
I wonder if hip hop gonna stand up now
I am curious to see if the hip hop community will take action to support Lil Boosie
soul of the streets I’ll tell my fans to hold him down
As someone who represents the street culture, I will encourage my fans to support Lil Boosie during his difficult time
you in my prayers, my dog
I am offering my support and well wishes to Lil Boosie
and when you get out we gon ball, my dog
I am looking forward to celebrating with Lil Boosie once he is released
I’m tryna maintain
I am striving to keep myself together despite my struggles
flood out my chain
I am wearing expensive jewelry
do my own thang
I am living life on my own terms and pursuing my own goals
keep this shit a hundred, dog
I am being honest and true to myself
police be harassing me
I am being unfairly targeted and treated by law enforcement
‘cause I’m thugging too hard
The police are targeting me because they believe I am involved in criminal activity
ain’t no controlling me
I am independent and cannot be controlled by anyone
I’m down with Brick Squad (Monopoly!)
I am affiliated with Brick Squad, a record label and group of rappers
they stereotyping me
I am being unfairly judged and categorized based on false assumptions
you gon’ need some reinforcements
People who are against me will need more than just words to bring me down
I think I’m hearing voices
I am feeling paranoid and possibly experiencing hallucinations
and ain’t no controlling me
I will not let anyone else dictate my actions or decisions
police be harassing me
The police continue to unfairly target and harass me
but I’mma always keep it G
I will always stay true to myself and my values, even in difficult situations
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