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Referencing his previous album Ambition.

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To become a popular and talented emcee, it takes a lot of hard work and luck. Many rookie rappers, who see the lifestyle as ideal, would do anything if given the opportunity to attain the status and the benefits that come along with stardom.

Early on in his journey to be on top of the rap game, many people didn’t acknowledge Wale’s lyrical prowess. As described in the next line, those people were abruptly awoken from their slumber.

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Many women (and men) use drugs and mind-altering substances to escape reality and avoid their real issues.

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Magazeen compares the relationship between Jesus Christ and Judas Iscariot depicted in the Bible to himself and trusting those closest to him.

Judas is known as Jesus' betrayer – he made a deal with the Pharisees and Roman authorities to lead them to Jesus so he could be crucified. He identified Jesus to the Roman legionaries with a kiss on the cheek and in return, received 30 pieces of silver. After his betrayal, he felt so guilty that the “blood money” was returned and he committed suicide.

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“Double M Genius,” a shout out to MMG, is also a Wale song.

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Wale’s career as a rapper has kept him quite busy over the years, carrying many of his past experiences along with him.

At this point, he’s just going to make music without an overall concept. This is inspired by the Seinfeld series, which was even called “the show about nothing”.

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At a down point in their life, they need inspiration to continue moving forward with their life.

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Wale’s SOB performance attracted so fans, it was as if the New York clothing label, Supreme had released a limited edition clothing line and people were flocking to get it.

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SZA’s interpolation of the hook to Musiq Soulchild’s “Just Friends”. Wale introduces a different inference than the original hook’s intent; requesting friendship to avoid the complications of a relationship.

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Earl’s content is often vile and can be compared to the feces of cattle. Group him with 3 other skilled rappers and they’d form something akin to the Four Horsemen. Their spree of terror would amount to countless deceased rappers.

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