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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Face Down
Wale Lyrics
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Yeah
I got a rubber in my pocket, and I'm talkin' like this (ah ah)
Face down (face down), ass up (ass up)
That's the way (way) okay, we like to fuck (we like to fuck)
There some hoes in this house, tryna fuck (tryna fuck)
There some hoes in this house (house), tryna fuck (tryna fuck)
Face down (face down) yeah, ass up (ass up)
There some hoes in this house (house), tryna fuck (point em' out)
There some hoes in this house, tryna fuck
(Gangsta Grillz, bastards)
Woo
I got all these hoes tryna fuck
I got pussy on my mind and got Patron all in my cup
And I got shawty on my line tryna do to you know what
And I ain't gotta say no word
You know I swerve if you know her
'Cause I don't play, I'm like no way
And killin' them hoes is two on one (yes sir)
I take her home, I touch that down
You take that home and you gon' punt
'Cause y'all gon' kick it
And about my business (business)
When it come to them hoes, man I got them bitches
Look, I got my city (city), 'cause I run that shit
But I'm like face down and your ass up
And your ass up, and your face down
She comin' up tryna catch breath
I grab her weave like, stay down
Just breathe ho (uh), breathe ho (uh)
K.O.D. I'm balling hard, me, Sneak, and Bri ho
Look I gotta rubber off in my pocket (pocket)
Never slip and I got it (got it)
Bad bitch she look tropic
If she fuck me right then she shoppin' (boy)
Matter fact I'm lyin' (skrr)
I'm high as fuck like I'm flyin' (hey)
Got Perc's off in my system
I tell 'em (uh uh) hoes when I get up
Put your face down (face down), ass up (ass up, yeah)
That's the way, we like to fuck (we like to fuck, Gangsta Grillz)
There some hoes in this house, tryna fuck (tryna fuck)
There some hoes in this house, tryna fuck (tryna fuck)
Face down, yeah (face down), ass up (ass up) yeah
That's the way, we like to fuck (we like to fuck)
There some hoes in this house, tryna fuck (tryna fuck)
There some hoes in this house, tryna fuck (tryna fuck)
Her pussy good, my dick is gold (dick is gold)
I'm in your hood (in your hood), I'll probably fuck your hoe (fuck your hoe)
These bitches nasty (na-nasty), I need my nuts licked (nuts licked)
These bitches know I got that deep up in your gut, dick
Face down with your back arched, fingers spread that ass apart
And I'm deep in it, and she leak in it
Buss a couple nuts then sleep in it
Don't you try to run, where that pussy goin'?
I eat cray on the week day
Weekend, her three friends
Got a nigga goin' off the deep end
'Cause I'm deep in when I dove in
And I'm so in when I go in
Pussy feeling somethin' like the ocean
She ain't never let a nigga know when
Is it gone a nigga soakin'?
I'm with that, and I get that
Finna send another nigga bitch back
Hold up
I'm nasty and I know that
Your ass big, so throw that
Yeah, bitch, throw that, throw that
Hold up, hold up, my dick so swole up
Deepthroat, throw up (uh-uh) bad bitches know what, I want yo' (woo)
Face down (face down), ass up (ass up)
That's the way (okay), we like to fuck (we like to fuck)
There some hoes in this house (house), tryna fuck (tryna fuck)
There some hoes in this house (house), tryna fuck
Face down (face down) yeah, ass up (oh)
That's the way (way), we like to fuck
There some hoes in this house (house), tryna fuck (tryna fuck)
There some hoes in this house (house), tryna fuck
Couple bad independent women in my section
Y-You'll be trickin' dollars, I don't even pay attention (word)
And I do be poppin' bottles (huh), and I don't think it's a problem (huh)
So just hold up (hold up, hold up), let me open up with this ganja
Your face down, ass up, oh you think you all that
I say that we see what's up, and play let's see who call who back (yeah)
And now you mad, sayin' that I treat you bad
Cause when I treat you how I treat you and leave you
You be needing baths
Now we at Magic and Onyx tryna see what's happening (yup)
Trust me I throw this bag, she buss it like that Peter Pan (woo)
See the plan, come alone
Or go back home and if they act like they don't know
Play this mothafuckin' song (uh-uh), and
Face down (face down) yeah, ass up (ass up)
That's the way (that's the way) okay, we like to fuck (we like to fuck)
There some hoes in this house, tryna fuck (tryna fuck)
There some hoes in this house (uh-uh), tryna fuck
Face down (face down) yeah, ass up (oh)
That's the way (uh-uh), we like to fuck
There some hoes in this house, tryna fuck
There some hoes in this house, tryna fuck
(M-Maybach Music)
The lyrics to Wale and Meek Mill's "Face Down" are an explicit celebration of sexual prowess and the indulgences of partying. The chorus instructs the listener to put their face down and ass up, which is a popular position for sexual intercourse. The song starts with Wale rapping about the number of women he has trying to sleep with him, with alcohol and sexual desire clouding his mind. Meek Mill follows up with lyrics about the sexual acts he performs on these women, including deep penetration and oral sex. The lyrics of the song follow a typical rap format, where the male performers boast about their sexual abilities and potential conquests. The song uses explicit language and imagery throughout and is not suitable for all listeners.
One of the interesting aspects of "Face Down" is the controversy surrounding the song's lyrics. When the song was first released in 2012, it sparked a great deal of backlash from women's groups and advocacy organizations who found the lyrics offensive and degrading to women. Despite the controversy, the song became popular in hip hop circles and was featured on numerous mixtapes and compilations. Wale and Meek Mill faced criticism from many female fans for the lyrics in the song, but they defended their right to free expression and artistic freedom.
Another interesting fact about "Face Down" is the production behind the song. The beat for the song was created by producer King Midas and was released as a part of his mixtape "We Can't Stop Vol. 1." The production has a slow, heavy bass line that emphasizes the sexual content of the lyrics. The song's production was praised by many critics for its originality and use of unconventional sounds.
The song also features a number of other famous rappers who make guest appearances. In addition to Wale and Meek Mill, the song features Rick Ross, Gunplay, and DJ Sam Sneak. The song was released under the Maybach Music Group label, which is owned by Rick Ross.
The lyrics and content of "Face Down" are typical of the "party rap" genre of hip hop music that was popular in the early 2010s. This subgenre emphasized the indulgences of the party lifestyle, with lyrics often celebrating drug use, alcohol consumption, and sexual promiscuity. Many of the songs in this subgenre were criticized for their negative portrayals of women and their glorification of problematic behavior.
"Face Down" has since become a classic in the realm of party anthems, and it continues to receive airplay on urban radio stations across the country. Despite the controversy surrounding the song's lyrics, it remains popular among many hip hop fans who enjoy the song's explicit content and danceable beats.
Chords: Unfortunately, as this is a rap song, it does not have any chords.
Line by Line Meaning
Ok!
Acknowledging the start of the song
Yeah! I got the $$ in my pocket, and I'm talking like this
Asserting wealth and confidence in speech
Face down, ass up, that's the way, we like to fuck!
Describing the preferred sexual position
There some hoes in this house, trying to fuck
Noting the presence of promiscuous women
I got all these hoes trying to fuck
Repeating the previous line for emphasis
I got pussy on my mind, I got patron all in my cup
Indicating focus on sexual desire and alcohol consumption
I got shawty on my line trying to do to you know what
Receiving sexual advances from a woman
And I ain't got saying no word, you know I
Implying willingness and readiness for sex
I swear that you know what.
Not finishing the previous statement for a more suggestive tone
'Cause I don't play, no way!
Asserting sexual prowess and experience
I take her home, I touch that down, you take that home and you
Implying a successful sexual encounter with a woman
'Cause I'm gonna kick it, and about my
Emphasizing confidence and focus on their own pleasure
When I'm counting them hoes I got no bitches
Making a distinction between sexual partners and actual women of substance
Look, I got my city, cause I run that shit
Asserting dominance and control over his city and lifestyle
But I face down, and your ass up
Repeating the preferred sexual position with emphasis
And your ass up, and your face down
Repeating the previous line for emphasis
She coming up trying to rough
Describing a woman's aggressive advances
I grab a wheel, I stay down
Asserting control and dominance over the situation
Just breathe hoe, breathe hoe
Instructing a woman to calm down and relax
I gotta rub her off my pocket, never sleep and I got it
Asserting wealth and financial prowess
Bad bitch she look tropic, and she fucking right that she shopping.
Describing a sexually attractive woman who enjoys spending their wealth
Matter of fact don't lie
Imposing honesty and directness in the conversation
I'm a hot fuck like I'm flying
Emphasizing sexual prowess with a metaphor
Got perks off my system
Implying the use of drugs to enhance pleasure
I tell 'em hoes when I get up
Asserting sexual dominance and control
Put your face down, ass up, that's the way, we like to fuck!
Repeating the preferred sexual position
Her pussy good, my dick is gold
Praising a woman's sexual ability while asserting their own worth
I'm in your hood, I'll probably fuck your hoe
Boasting about promiscuity and sexual conquests
These bitches nasty, I need my nuts lick
Expressing a preference for sexual acts
These bitches know I got that deep up in your gut, dick
Describing the pleasurable nature of their sexual encounters
Face down with your back at, fingers spread that ass apart
Describing the physical process of sexual penetration
And I'm deep in it, and she lick it, plus a couple nights that they sleep in it
Describing the nature and frequency of sexual encounters with a woman
Don't you try to run, where that pussy gone?
Asserting control and dominance over sexual partners
I eat on the week day
Indicating frequent sexual encounters
Weekend hurt three friends
Describing frequent and intense sexual activity
Got a nigga cause I'm deep in when I dove in
Boasting about sexual conquests and prowess
Pussy feeling something like the ocean
Using a metaphor to describe female genitalia
She ain't never let a nigga know when
Implies discretion and secrecy in sexual encounters
Is it gone a nigga soaking.
Implies sexual gratification from sexual acts
I'm with that, and I get that
Reaffirming their sexual preference and willingness
Hold up!
Hesitation or pause in speech
I'm nasty and I throw that, your ass bitch
Asserting their sexual ability and dominance over sexual partners
Bad bitch know I know
Asserting knowledge and understanding of sexual desire and pleasure
Couple bad independent women in my section
Acknowledging the presence of attractive and independent women
You'll be dollars, I don't even pay attention
Asserting wealth and ability to attract women
And I knew we'll be popping bottles, and I don't think it's a problem
Implying abundance and ability to indulge in luxury
Just hold up, and be opened up!
Implying desire for sexual activity
Oh you know
Repeating the preferred sexual position
And now you're mad, saying that I treat you bad
Acknowledging potential negative consequences of promiscuity and sexual activity
But I treat you I treat you you'll be leaving
Asserting sexual dominance and control over a partner
Now we're at and honest, try to see what's
Emphasizing the importance of honesty and transparency in sexual relationships
See the plan, come alone, or I'll go back home
Asserting dominance and control over a sexual partner
Play this mother fucking song, hey!
Ending on a celebratory and confident note
Chorus
Repeating the main refrain of the song
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Olubowale Victor Akintimehin, Kevin Erondu, Kevin Gilyard, Red Shyst
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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