Wale (rapper)

Wale Victor Folarin (born Olubowale Victor Akintimehin; September 21, 1984 in Washington D.C.) is an American rapper better known by his stage name, Wale.

Wale
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Wale in 2008.
Background information
Birth nameOlubowale Victor Akintimehin
Born (1984-09-21) September 21, 1984 (age 40)
OriginWashington D.C., United States
GenresHip hop
Occupation(s)
  • Rapper
  • singer
  • songwriter
Years active2005–present
LabelsMaybach Music Group, Allido, Def Jam Records, Roc Nation
Associated acts
WebsiteOfficial website

In 2010 Wale was nominated for Best New Artist from both the Soul Train Awards and BET Awards but did not win.

Discography

Albums

Wale has released 1 studio album:

Year Album
2009 Attention Deficit

Singles

Wale has had 5 singles:

Year Single
2007 "Nike Boots"
2009 "Chillin" (featuring Lady Gaga)
2009 "World Tour" (featuring Jazmine Sullivan)
2009 "Pretty Girls" (featuring Gucci Mane and Backyard Band)
2010 "Let's Chill" (featuring Lloyd)

Other websites