WALE

Wale born Olubowale Victor Akintimehin, September 21, 1984 is a Nigerian-American rapper, singer, and songwriter from Washington, D.C. His music blends hip-hop, go-go, and Afrobeats, addressing love, life, and social issues. With popular songs like "Lotus Flower Bomb" (feat. Miguel), "Bad" (feat. Tiara Thomas), and "No Hands" (feat. Roscoe Dash and Waka Flocka Flame), Wale has released notable albums such as "Attention Deficit" (2009), "Ambition" (2011), and "The Gifted" (2013). He collaborates with artists like Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, and Rick Ross, fusing Nigerian culture with American hip-hop through lyrical depth.