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INTERVIEW: Wale On 'everything is a lot.' Love, Heartbreak, Therapy, Music Business, Being Misunderstood +More

Nov 18, 2025
Wale, an award-nominated rapper from D.C., dives into his album Everything Is A Lot, exploring themes of love, heartbreak, and mental health. He shares his struggles with identity and the complexities of relationships in the music industry. Wale emphasizes the importance of therapy, particularly in a world where emotional wellness is often ignored. He reflects on fatherhood, familial expectations, and the pressure of artistic integrity, urging listeners to experience his album like a movie filled with rich storytelling.
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INSIGHT

Album As A Reintroduction

  • Wale treats his eighth album as a reintroduction to who he is as an artist and person.
  • He sees it as a first true solo statement after past collaborative or guided projects.
ANECDOTE

Title Comes From Levity And Overload

  • Wale explains the album title came from the levity and desensitization of recent years.
  • He ties 'everything is a lot' to navigating fame, race, and personal decisions like moving back to DC.
ANECDOTE

Survive: Naming Losss And Burdens

  • Wale says 'Survive' was the hardest song because he finally addressed repeated losses and the mental load of being a pillar.
  • He recounts losing close friends and how those deaths shaped his silence and perspective.
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