Walé
Wale Ft Jazmine Sullivan Lyrics
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Wales,
Wales,
Wales...
The lyrics to Wale's song "Wale" featuring Jazmine Sullivan celebrate the rapper's success and hard work in the music industry. The first verse speaks to his ability to turn nothing into something, his skill in creating hits that stick. Wale's confidence is palpable in lines like "Niggas got a Fu Gees, I'll exceed Lauren Hill now." He also calls out record labels and their attempts to control artists, claiming he is better than any hater.
In the chorus, Wale asserts his power and control over the music industry, stating that he will go where he pleases and pimp stroll where he wants. He recognizes that people mainly know him from his rap career but states that he is dedicated to doing it for the city and the county. He refers to himself as a "monster" and "star" and acknowledges that his reputation is "marvelous."
The final verse continues with Wale's confidence and braggadocio. He compares himself to a football player, specifically a backup quarterback waiting for his chance to shine. He claims to be a monster and warns that the storm is coming. The chorus ends the song with Wale asserting his dominance once again.
Overall, "Wale" is an anthem of self-celebration for the rapper, highlighting his success and confidence in the industry.
Line by Line Meaning
From the 'burbs to the sticks, my words finna flip
I can turn nothing into a hit song, no matter where I am
I'm concoct awesome, flawless, pause
I create music that is perfect and unique
I ain't lettin' niggas catch up, nigga I'm playin' possum
I am staying ahead of other rappers by pretending to be inactive
Now pause if the off switch was gone there
Imagine if I never stopped making music
Them haters don't like me, it's gon' be a long year
I know people will criticize me, but I won't let it bother me
I'm sittin' on green, feel I need a lawn chair
I have a lot of money and need somewhere comfortable to sit
Niggas got a Fu Gees, I'll exceed Lauren Hill now
I am making better music than even the talented Lauren Hill
Miseducated by record labels I elevated to a higher level
I have learned a lot from record companies and become better because of it
so I am better than any hater
I am the best no matter what people say
and you know how I get, embody my hip-hop shit
I live and breathe hip-hop
Personify greats or these label niggas is on my dick
I am as great as legendary rappers, and record labels want to work with me
Oh how they lean, I'ma go where I please
I am popular and free to go wherever I want
Pimp stroll where I please, niggas know who I plead nigga
I walk with confidence and people know who I am
Roll on my feet when I'm rollin' through the streets
I am always on the move, always doing something
What you know about that, prolly know me from the rap
You probably only know me from my music
I am the leader of a revolution, the betterment of music
I want to improve the music industry and lead the way
is embedded in they head and chest, and the entire unit
My music will have a lasting impact on people
It's by pupils to require truth, and God do it
People look up to me and want me to be truthful in my music
Cause fiction ain't legit so we deny tunin' in
People don't believe fake music and don't want to listen to it
Yeah, I spit with pride when I'm doin' it
I am proud of my music and confident in my skills
Doin' for the city though, I'm tire of this music shit
I want to make music that represents my city and am tired of the current state of the industry
And you know how it be, they hatin' on a G
People try to bring me down, but I am too great to let it bother me
Don't pay for radios spins, my city lovin' me
People in my city support me because I don't need to pay for my music to be played on the radio
Niggas loggin' on cus they young boss talk of me
Young people admire me and talk about me
And ya'll song is so awful, please see
Other rappers are not as good as me
Do it for the city and prove it for the county
I make music for my city and want to represent it well
If forms happen to rap game, nigga no mouth piece
I don't need anyone to speak for me in the rap industry
I'm earl-lacker, the backpack of verse thrasher
I am a talented rapper with a unique style
bred from the huddle, the coach stretchin' his first backup
I come from a supportive environment and was given a chance to shine
I'm a monster, blitz when I want to
I am a force to be reckoned with and can take over whenever I choose
Bomb like lip gloss, bitch I am awesome
I am amazing, like an explosive lip gloss
The storm you've been warned of is on and upon us
My amazing music is about to take over the industry
Flow so potent it penetrates the armor
My music is so good, it can break through anything
Defication of all of, definition of raw, a star
I am a true artist, amazing and unique
Who gon' make it, my reputation is marvelous
I will be successful and have an incredible reputation
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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FashionRawkz
This is one of those records that reflect one of those life changing moments of making one of the most toughest, and hardest decisions you've ever faced in your life, but knowing it was ALL worth it at the end. Aah, the feeling at the end.
Andrew J. Young
Listening to all nba live soundtracks makes me think of playing with Kobe and Pau 08/09 and 09/10. RIP to Kobe ♥️💜💛
Retro Kev
Remember LEGENDARY BALL ON NBA LIVE?
MikoPayton
real shit!! rip mamba🙏🏾
AO17
Tell me about it, man. live 10 was something amazing and Kobe, LeBron, Melo, and DRose were gods in that game.
IBMOR tality
NBA live 10. Great memories.
Ndubisi Madu
@AO17 don’t forget Jr smith and hedo
Evan Stark
favorite wale song ever. This was the first wale song i ever heard... classic.
Kuluun
Cool & Dre and Wale, what can possibly go wrong seriously? Two brilliant producers + a great rapper = A great song. Oh and Cool & Dre produced Chillin, and Red Nation from Game, check em out, they are crazy.
MrDavondrick
Goin down in history this song is. Its the perfect miss of hip hop and pop ilove this type of music and the beat is sick i dont hear this anywhere else. Wale is mos Def underrated and a revolution all in one.