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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The Breeze Cool
Wale Lyrics
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Oh, I don't like this one bit
I can't stop now I'm addicted
Cool as a summer breeze
Pimping is nothing to me
Roll up the purple and breathe
Sit back and fuck up the beat
Who here is fucking with me?
It's not a discussion I be
In my own class bitch I got them cold raps
I fuck the world and fuck yo girl and give 'em both an orgasm
Leave yo show canceled
Leave 'em with no answer
The master of my domain
Yes I am no Costanza
First I had potential
Now I got them answers
I'm smoking on that voodoo
And that's word to Papa Shango
Cooler than a fan circulatin
When they dancing in my face if I get one chance, then I'ma take it
So, Lord forgive me for my indirect sinning
Am I cheating on these women if I'm getting naked pictures from another, a lover
And I'm always gon' run it
But let me be 100 See, monogamy's redundant
Sometimes you find the one
Sometimes you give it up
Sometimes you buy the ring with no problems
You in love
Sometimes it aint whassup
Sometimes you play the fool
So for now I'm doing me and I'm fine
Nigga its cool
I hear em' talking
They all saying they doing they thing but they not like me
I'm getting all this loving all this money
That's how it is and how its gone be
When you balling, when you ballin, you can see who ain't ya fans
Watch the niggas on the sideline hatin' (sideline hatin')
But I'm too high to hear what they saying, sayin'
Definition of cold
Ice 30 below
Champaign foreign names in my pool
Take you home let you sleep in my clothes
Roll some weed the homies aint gotta know
Get you high
Keep it on the low
All this paper I fold
Meetin n'fucking hoes on the road
Is taking its toll
Now how you think don't even speak unless you talking Franklins
Ran outta weed but see I kept it G and brought a joint to bake so
(It's cool)
So cool my bitch got no shoes
My whip is new but I'm playing old school
Always keep it up to date, that's why the hoes choose
Yesterday's paper, that's why you old news
Hated on my team until they seen it wont loose
Homie used to be a player
Now I coach fools
On how to get your money, live it and just spend it just like you posed to
Call some bitches to roll through and it's cool
What is hittin' for
My niggas is winning though
Everywhere I'm at I make you feel like it is 10 below
It aint nothing yo
Let me change the temperature
And do I need to mention when
A-a-and then
What is hittin' for
My niggas is winning though
Everywhere I'm at
I make you feel like it is 10 below
It aint nothing yo
Let me change the temperature
And do I need to mention when
A-a-and then
I hear them talking and they all saying they doing they thing
But they not like me
I'm getting all this lovin'
All this money
That's how it is and how it's gon be
A-a-and then
When you're ballin
When you're ballin
You can see who ain't your fans watch em niggas on the sideline hatin' (sideline hatin')
But I'm too high up I cant hear what they sayin', sayin'
A-a-and then
Back in my zone
Fresh out the B.E.t izzy
Shoutout Bieber and Nicki
Tell Mr. Hill we aint trippin
We cool
I'm blowing sticky
I'm blowing out of that lex
I'm living with no regrets
While I'm getting over my ex
Access Granted take a step up in my world, cuz
My niggas is thorough cut
Sipping hella Earl cuz
Oca, hol' up
I got bitches sewed up
What yall niggas know about it?
My kick game is world cup
World cup I know that they don't get me
I keep them bitches clean
Though my sneaker game is messy
Due to my underselling
No I did not get that Bentley
But this AMG wont do for nothing
And you niggas wont catch me
Vicious transmission for my vicious ambition
I just wanna rep my hood so I'm good if I don't get rich
I'm good if y'all don't listen
Just catch me out the District
And I'm probably in some limited shit they ain't never shipping
Sometimes you do get dough
Sometime you get the cheese
Sometimes you go stores and buy everything that you see
Sometimes you do get broke
Sometimes you be on E
But for now, just roll it up and just become one with the Breeze, it's cool
I hear em' talking
They all saying they doing they thing but they not like me
I'm getting all this loving all this money
That's how it is and how its gone be
When you balling, when you ballin, you can see who ain't ya fans
Watch the niggas on the sideline hatin' (sideline hatin')
But I'm too high to hear what they saying, sayin', sayin'
In the song "The Breeze Cool" by Wale, the lyrics depict the artist's self-assuredness, confidence, and carefree attitude towards life. The first verse highlights Wale's addiction to success and his determination to keep going despite any obstacles or criticisms he may face. He compares his coolness to a summer breeze, implying that he remains calm and collected in the face of adversity. Wale asserts that he is unaffected by haters and that he is in a league of his own with his unique style of rapping. He also emphasizes his mastery of his craft, leaving his competition puzzled and unable to compete.
The second verse explores the themes of love, relationships, and monogamy. Wale admits to receiving explicit pictures from other women, questioning whether it constitutes cheating on his current partner. He challenges the traditional notion of monogamy by suggesting that it becomes redundant at times, indicating a willingness to explore different relationships. Wale acknowledges that finding true love is not always easy, sometimes resulting in heartbreak, and emphasizes that in the meantime, he is focused on himself and his own happiness.
The chorus reinforces Wale's belief in himself and dismisses the opinions of others who claim to be on the same level but lack his unique qualities and accomplishments. He highlights his financial success and the admiration he receives from fans, while disregarding sideline haters who are jealous but insignificant in his eyes.
The third verse delves into Wale's luxurious lifestyle, mentioning expensive cars, lavish parties, and casual relationships with women. He boasts about his ability to maintain a cool demeanor and keep everything up to date, leaving behind outdated news and those who doubted him. Wale also takes pride in guiding others on how to achieve financial success while enjoying life to the fullest.
The final verse sees Wale expressing his gratitude for his current state of success and attributing it to his determination, the support of his friends, and his hometown. He acknowledges that financial situations can fluctuate, but he remains content as long as he can maintain his laid-back attitude and enjoy life's simple pleasures.
Overall, "The Breeze Cool" is a song that encapsulates Wale's self-assuredness, resilience, and ability to stay true to himself while navigating the ups and downs of life and the music industry.
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Cameron Thomaz, Mark Henry, Olubowale Akintimehin, Walker Johnson
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Wale is a huge inspiration to me and I WILL produce a song for him one day.
II-MAVERICKS-II
Produce a song for me. How much do you charge?
Markanthony Berry
Heard this album back in college been a fan of Wale ever since
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Andra B
Crazy that I just so happen come on youtube & see this!!! Brings back memories of good days 🥰 & literally was just playing ambition album & bragging this past weekend ✨⚡️💫
Jose Capetillo
song still bangs to this day!!
CousinBlvckTv
Wale still the best thing to come out the Dmv 🔥🔥🔥 this used to be my shit!
Filmed By Fuse
Dope album!