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
fuck this industry
Waka Flocka Flame Lyrics
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Fuck dis industry
Bitch I'm in these streets
Fuck dis industry
Bitch I'm in these streets
Fuck dis industry
Bitch I'm in these streets
Lord take my back da devil entered me.
Lord take my back da devil entered me.
Fuck dis industry
Bitch I'm in these streets
They say tears is pain
I call it bullshit
Cause when I'm finished cryin'
I'm back to this bullshit
I got a full clip from my enemies
They wanna see me dead
Off these fuck streets
I drink this fuck liquor
You know the remedy
Waka flocka flame
Ain't no endin' me
Shout out to my momma
Man she got my back
Man I love my family
That's a fuckin' fact
Fuck this industry
I mean that shit dawg
Waka flocka flame
Man I want it all
I can't trust myself
So don't trust me
I can't trust my friends
Man they set me up
Back to this bullshit
Man this industry full of bullshit
[Chorus: x2]
Damn I miss my brother
They wanna see me under
Disrespect my mother
You gon' met my brother
Damn K.K. that shit fucked up
25 to life he did it to defend his life
Shout out to my grandma
For all them ass whoopin'
That shit made me tough
No more ass whoopin's
Shout out to my three uncle they showed me how to ball
For Dad all my life I gotta have it all
Shout out to my aunties for their female love
They showed me how to cook and clean and show a woman love
Shout out to my nieces, cousins and my nephews
Man I love my family
The Lord gon' one day bless you
Momma don't cry we gonna get it
And we do it again
We gonna show 'em that we got it
Fuck dis industry
Bitch I'm in these streets
They don't want shit
But my money
[Chorus: x2]
Whats up to my block
Hello grocery
Whats up Chi' town
What's up O.D.
What's up L.A.
Shout out to whoodie
What's up to Miami
What's up mad Zoe
What's up Hatian fresh
Slam dunk and Chaz
Pimo and Drinko
Cimbo and C.J
And my nigga Kibo
That's my fuckin' dawg
Nigga real talk
Shout out to New York
To the north side
Shout out to N.C. and to S.C.
Shout out V.A.
Shout out to M town
West wood bloods
Throw the set up now
Man I love my street niggas
What the fuck would I be without my street niggas
Shout out to Gucci
Auntie Wahr and Frenchie
Whats up juice man
This is bricksquad
[Chorus: x2]
In "Fuck this Industry," Waka Flocka Flame expresses his frustration with the music industry and his love for the streets. He claims that the devil has entered him and that he can't trust anyone in his life, not even his friends. He speaks about his struggles with tears and pain, and how he always ends up back to the same old bullshit in the industry. Waka gives a shoutout to his family and his hood, expressing gratitude for their love and support. He also references his brother K.K. who is currently serving 25 to life for defending himself, demonstrating his loyalty to his family and the streets. In the chorus, He repeats "Fuck dis industry, Bitch I'm in these streets," emphasizing his detachment from the industry and his roots in the streets.
Overall, "Fuck this Industry" is a declaration of Waka's allegiance to the streets and his frustration with the music industry. He expresses his love for his family and his hood, which have been instrumental in shaping the person he is. The song provides a glimpse into Waka's life and his struggles to navigate the music industry while staying true to his values.
Line by Line Meaning
Fuck dis industry
Waka Flocka Flame is expressing his dislike and frustration towards the music industry and how it is structured.
Bitch I'm in these streets
He is stating that despite being a part of the music industry, he remains connected to his roots and is still heavily involved in the streets.
Lord take my back da devil entered me.
Waka is acknowledging his negative behavior and asking for forgiveness from God. He attributes his misguided actions to the influence of the devil.
They say tears is pain
I call it bullshit
Cause when I'm finished cryin'
I'm back to this bullshit
Waka is disregarding the idea that tears represent pain, as he believes it doesn't change the fact that he has to confront and deal with difficult situations in life.
I got a full clip from my enemies
They wanna see me dead
Off these fuck streets
I drink this fuck liquor
You know the remedy
Waka is expressing that he is surrounded by people who want him dead and he turns to alcohol as a coping mechanism.
Waka flocka flame
Ain't no endin' me
He is stating that he is indestructible and nobody can stop him from achieving his goals.
Shout out to my momma
Man she got my back
Man I love my family
That's a fuckin' fact
Waka acknowledges the strong support system his family provides him and expresses his love and appreciation for them.
I can't trust myself
So don't trust me
I can't trust my friends
Man they set me up
Waka is admitting that he has trust issues, not only with himself but also with the people he considers friends, as they have betrayed him in the past.
Damn I miss my brother
They wanna see me under
Disrespect my mother
You gon' met my brother
Waka is expressing his loyalty to his family and how he is prepared to defend them at all costs.
Momma don't cry we gonna get it
And we do it again
We gonna show 'em that we got it
Fuck dis industry
Waka is reassuring his mother that they will overcome the obstacles and prove themselves despite the challenges of the music industry.
Shout out to whoodie
What's up to Miami
What's up mad Zoe
What's up Hatian fresh
Slam dunk and Chaz
Waka is giving shoutouts to various individuals and neighborhoods that he is associated with and has fond memories of.
Lyrics Β© Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: LEXUS LEWIS, JUAQUIN MALPHURS
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Dully Deon
I was cranking this as a 6th grader.. time flys π
YouTube-SouljaQ
Facts, one of my fav songs too
Wesly Wills
My best friend all thru childhood up showed me this way back we were both always hype listening to this , rest in paradise Zachary godlove πI live you bro always see you in them clouds 1 day
NOISE
STILL HARD IN 2020
KxPLxNx
Jah!!!
NOISE
Still Gona go hard this Xmas and into 2022...
skillzera
STILL HARD IN 2023 ~ FOREVER
Diorvelli
I remember seeing this on a compilation DVD my pops brought from the bootleg man back in 2010. Damn time flies π
L G
Shout out to my grandma for them ass whoopins
Damn realest line
SwaggaSmashed
This still slaps 10 years later