Olubowale Victor Akintimehin Folarin (born September 21, 1984 in Washington… Read Full Bio ↴Olubowale Victor Akintimehin Folarin (born September 21, 1984 in Washington, D.C.), better known by his stage name Wale, is an American rapper and producer. Fusing DC's homegrown go-go genre with a streetwise Northern hip-hop sensibility, he takes samples from all genres and blends them together with lyrical dexterity. In 2005 he released his debut mixtape, Paint a Picture, and has since released four more. His debut album, released by Interscope, Attention Deficit, was released November 10, 2009. He has since then released three more albums, with Rick Ross's MMG label, Ambition (2011), The Gifted (2013), and The Album About Nothing (2015), based on his 2008 mixtape, The Mixtape About Nothing.

Wale was born to Nigerian immigrant parents in Washington, DC. He grew up on Peabody Street in Northwest DC and moved to Largo, Maryland as a teenager. He attended seven different high schools in Washington, D.C. and Maryland, finally graduating from Quince Orchard High School in 2001. He went to Robert Morris College and Virginia State University on football scholarships, and then Bowie State University but dropped out in 2004 to pursue music full-time. Before music started paying the bills, Wale worked day jobs at Sprint, Up Against The Wall and Downtown Locker Room.

Wale emerged onto the local DC hip hop scene with the help of WKYS-FM's DJ Alizay. Wale began getting radio play in 2004 with a single called "Rhyme of the Century" which got Wale in the June 2005 "Unsigned Hype" section of Source magazine and his buzz started growing.

In November 2006, a feature ran on AllHipHop.com's Breeding Ground about Wale. The day before Thanksgiving, Wale took the stage between Lil Wayne and T.I. during the Southern Invasion tour at the Verizon Center.

In early December 2006, Wale won the award for "D.C. Metro Breakthrough Artist of the Year" at WKYS' Go-Go Awards. On December 15, The Fader magazine associate editor Nick "Catchdubs" Barat visited Wale for an interview and photo shoot which appeared in the March 2007 issue of The Fader.

Wale has an upcoming promotional campaign with Remy Martin and XXL Magazine. He has also been linked to boutique streetwear brands The Hundreds, 10 Deep and Good Bully, as well as lifestyle brands Stussy and LRG.

In January 2007, Wale released a new single to radio called "Good Girls." Daniel Weisman gave the song to Mark Ronson and on February 23, 2007, Ronson began playing the song on his East Village Radio show. A week later, at Ronson's studio, Wale recorded a freestyle for Ronson and in exchange, Ronson put Wale on an unreleased remix of Lily Allen's "Smile" which appeared on a number of music blogs around the world on March 13th, 2007. In April of 2007, Ronson asked Wale to join him on a UK tour to promote the release of his newest album. In June of 2007, Wale signed to a production deal with Ronson's Allido Records.

On June 24, 2007, Wale's "Ice Cream Girl" with TCB, was featured on the show Entourage, on HBO.

Wale performed "W.A.L.E.D.A.N.C.E.", from his 100 Miles mixtape, at the 2007 MTV Video Music Awards in Las Vegas, NV.

Wale was also featured in the October 2007 issues of XXL and Rolling Stone. The Washington Post profiled Wale on the front page of the Sunday Style section in the October 21st, 2007 edition. Wale is featured on the cover of URB Magazine's 150th issue along with French electro group, Justice.

iTunes released "Nike Boots" as a free download on November 13th, 2007 as its "Single of the Week." On Christmas Day 2007, Wale debuted the "Nike Boots Remix" featuring Lil Wayne and Green Lantern on his myspace page. Wale and Lil Wayne played a Nike Boots event called DC Stand Up at Ibiza Nightclub in DC on January 15, 2008 which was sponsored by Nike and Footaction.

In the November 30th, 2007 issue of Entertainment Weekly, Wale is featured as one of 8 people to watch in 2008 along with actors Simon Pegg and Rachel McAdams.

On March 12, 2008, Wale announced on 93.9 WKYS that he had signed with Interscope.

On April 29, 2008, the new Roots album entitled Rising Down was released, featuring Wale on the final track. Wale's relationship with the Roots began when Black Thought heard a song recorded as a tribute to himself on Wale's 2007 mixtape 100 Miles & Running and contacted Wale.

In the June issue of the German Hip-Hop magazine JUICE Wale announced that his upcoming debut-album will feature production credits from Mark Ronson, Kanye West, Just Blaze, 9th Wonder and the French electronic music duo Justice.

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Fa We We Freestyle
Wale Lyrics

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Stunting on these niggas every one of them
Ralph Folarin via untouchable double M
Genius no bleachers floor seat us
Dope thoughts that guap pray for Adidas
Twelve lines that can melt minds when it's hail time
That's why these bitches going down boy I should sell sly
Lil sly fly nigga my nigga
And this rap shit a circus I only ride for my niggas

And I know I use the N word too much and the B word too much
I know I seem like I'm lunching but let me see
I make a dam by taking beavers to lunch
Suck your teeth all you want boy your joint on my jock
Every nigga with commercial success
ls getting closer to helping mama go further from them
What's the purpose of working if you ain't touchin' the kids
What's the purpose of respect if both your mamas in debt
Dreamed of video vixens verses on drama cassettes
Now these ganstas is grilling although they gotta respect
Good in all regions the strippers say I'm G cause I tip 'em
I'm talking G shit and a nigga on repeating the trap
Shoutout to N O on the for real though
The ho telling card 'em like incidentals
And I ain't even playing this game is so mental
You keep talking about potential your career's an intro
And now cho keep his mouth closed
Just that flow he throw around be selling out shows
Life crazy couple statements can buy you Mercedes
Quit your hating now baby that ain't how God made ya
Yeah I get it want the best for my niggas
Few chains more whips nigga dominatrix
I said that before but I'm more relevant now than when I said that before
When I left after school a lot said I'd be broke
Allah knew I'd be good so now I'm blessing the folks
Try to stunt on my haters give these young niggas hope
And with this drive I will traffic intellectual dope you know

Aight keep it going keep it going fuck it

Cause I'm the best with these quotes don't be respecting these hoes
She in the books I'm in her head that's no telepathy though
Can't stand it nigga's famous they can't mess with me though
They need to let that boy cook I got that recipe hold up
Who not respecting me confront me when correcting me ho
You pull a string that says oh I make a symphony with phones

Orchestrate how I do it off the top we official
Not a opera at all but I'm in a Phantom with bitches

Overall Meaning

In "Fa We We Freestyle," Wale showcases his lyrical prowess and confidence, expressing pride in his success and his ability to stand out among his peers. The song opens with Wale asserting his superiority over others, emphasizing his untouchable status and clever wordplay with the line "Stunting on these niggas every one of them, Ralph Folarin via untouchable double M." He refers to himself as a genius, indicating his intelligence and talent while dismissing those who cannot match his level of thinking.

Wale then delves into the materialistic nature of the music industry, referencing Adidas and rap as a circus. Despite the superficiality surrounding him, he remains loyal to his genuine friends and emphasizes the importance of loyalty throughout the song. The use of the N-word and B-word in his lyrics acknowledges that he may receive criticism for his word choice but asserts his right to express himself authentically.

The second verse continues Wale's confident and assertive tone, highlighting his superiority and relevance in the music industry. He expands on his ability to entertain and captivate audiences, comparing himself to a symphony conductor and stressing his unique and authentic approach to his craft. The verse also touches on Wale's motivation to inspire and uplift others, both through his lyrics and his personal success.

Overall, "Fa We We Freestyle" demonstrates Wale's self-assuredness, lyrical mastery, and commitment to staying true to himself and his artistry, despite the pressures and expectations of the music industry.

Line by Line Meaning

Stunting on these niggas every one of them
Showing off and outshining these individuals, all of them

Ralph Folarin via untouchable double M
Referring to himself as Ralph Folarin, confidently representing MMG (Maybach Music Group) and being untouchable

Genius no bleachers floor seat us
Being smart and exceptional, no need for spectators, we have the best seats in the house

Dope thoughts that guap pray for Adidas
Having great ideas that bring in money, wishing for more financial success like Adidas

Twelve lines that can melt minds when it's hail time
Delivering impactful and mind-blowing lyrics when it's time to face challenges

That's why these bitches going down boy I should sell sly
That's why these women are becoming interested, I should sell my sly and charming nature

Lil sly fly nigga my nigga
Being a slick and attractive individual, my friend

And this rap shit a circus I only ride for my niggas
The rap industry is chaotic like a circus, but I only support and stand up for my close friends

And I know I use the N word too much and the B word too much
I'm aware that I use the N-word and the B-word excessively

I know I seem like I'm lunching but let me see
I may appear to be acting strange or losing my mind, but hear me out

I make a dam by taking beavers to lunch
I build barriers and obstacles using cunning methods

Suck your teeth all you want boy your joint on my jock
You can be annoyed or envious, but you still admire and desire my success

Every nigga with commercial success
Every individual who achieves mainstream success

Is getting closer to helping mama go further from them
Is distancing themselves from troubles and struggles to provide a better life for their loved ones, especially their mother

What's the purpose of working if you ain't touchin' the kids
What's the point of putting in effort if you're not making a significant impact or influencing future generations

What's the purpose of respect if both your mamas in debt
What's the value of admiration and honor if both of your mothers are in financial trouble

Dreamed of video vixens verses on drama cassettes
Had aspirations of being involved with attractive women in music videos and exhibiting lyrical prowess during intense moments

Now these ganstas is grilling although they gotta respect
Now these gangsters are giving me dirty looks, even though they must acknowledge and show respect

Good in all regions the strippers say I'm G cause I tip 'em
Respected or admired everywhere, even the strippers consider me a gangster because I provide generous tips

I'm talking G shit and a nigga on repeating the trap
I'm discussing gangster-related topics, and I keep engaging in illegal activities to make money

Shoutout to N O on the for real though
Giving recognition to New Orleans genuinely

The ho telling card 'em like incidentals
The prostitute is exposing personal information as if charging them like incidental fees

And I ain't even playing this game is so mental
And I'm not just casually participating; this game is highly strategic and requires mental fortitude

You keep talking about potential your career's an intro
You continuously talk about your future possibilities, but your music career is just an introduction or beginning stage

And now cho keep his mouth closed
And now my haters choose to remain silent

Just that flow he throw around be selling out shows
Just the way he raps and showcases his skills is enough to attract and fill concert venues

Life crazy couple statements can buy you Mercedes
Life is unpredictable; a few successful remarks or actions can afford you luxury cars like Mercedes

Quit your hating now baby that ain't how God made ya
Stop criticizing and hating on others; that's not how God created you to be

Yeah I get it want the best for my niggas
Yes, I understand that I desire the best for my close friends

Few chains more whips nigga dominatrix
Having a few expensive chains and even more luxury cars, taking control like a dominatrix

I said that before but I'm more relevant now than when I said that before
I previously made such claims, but now I am even more significant and influential than when I originally stated it

When I left after school a lot said I'd be broke
When I finished my education, many people predicted that I would end up financially unstable

Allah knew I'd be good so now I'm blessing the folks
Allah (God) had faith in my abilities, so now I'm providing blessings and benefits to the people

Try to stunt on my haters give these young niggas hope
Attempting to flaunt my success in front of those who dislike me, inspiring hope in young individuals

And with this drive I will traffic intellectual dope you know
And with my determination and ambition, I will distribute intellectually stimulating content, you understand

Cause I'm the best with these quotes don't be respecting these hoes
Because I excel at creating clever lines, don't give admiration to these promiscuous women

She in the books I'm in her head that's no telepathy though
She's focused on academics and knowledge, while I constantly occupy her thoughts without any supernatural communication

Can't stand it nigga's famous they can't mess with me though
The jealousy and frustration arise because I have gained fame and they can't compete or challenge me

They need to let that boy cook I got that recipe hold up
They should allow me to showcase my talents; I possess the perfect formula for success, wait a moment

Who not respecting me confront me when correcting me ho
If anyone doesn't show me respect, they should directly address and challenge me when attempting to correct me

You pull a string that says oh I make a symphony with phones
If you manipulate or provoke me, I'll create a masterpiece or orchestrate harmonious communication through these devices

Orchestrate how I do it off the top we official
Command and control the way I deliver my skills and talents spontaneously, proving our authenticity

Not a opera at all but I'm in a Phantom with bitches
Although not an opera, I'm cruising in a luxurious Rolls-Royce Phantom with attractive women

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