If you found a stash house full of $20 million dollars… how much would you Rip? The Rip, starring Matt Damon and Ben Affleck is only on Netflix, January 16. Visit https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/SHANNON and use code SHANNON and get $50 in lineups when you play your first $5 lineup! Exclusive $45-off Carver Mat at https://on.auraframes.com/SHAYSHAY. Promo Code SHAYSHAY Grammy-nominated, diamond-selling rapper Wale stops by for an in-depth conversation about his career, life, and new music. He talks about his latest album “Everything Is A Lot,” which surpassed Taylor Swift on the Apple charts, landing just behind Summer Walker, and has received critical praise even though first-week numbers weren’t huge. Wale reflects on the evolution of the music industry, vinyl’s comeback, and how access has changed music, star power, and Hollywood—explaining why no one will likely reach Michael Jackson-level fame today. He opens up about his friendship with Kevin Durant, sharing how their families supported each other as they rose to fame, their early connections growing up in the same community, and the bond that formed in college. Wale reflects on his early days performing in go-go bands, his football journey in college, and how a freestyle session during the holidays made him realize rap could be more than a hobby. From working at Sprint and a local show store while having songs on the radio, to being dropped from Interscope and finding support from artists like Yo Gotti, Gucci Mane, and T.I., Wale shares the ups and downs of his career. He talks collaborations, friendships, and songwriting, working with Young Thug, Rich Homie Quan, Lady Gaga, Megan Thee Stallion, Miguel, Chris Brown, Gucci Mane, Lil Wayne, Nicki Minaj, SZA, Usher, T-Pain, Travis Scott and more. Wale dives into his album, breaking down tracks like “City On Fire,” “Conundrum,” “Blanco,” “Where to Start,” and “Watching Us,” sharing personal stories, fatherhood, co-parenting, and his unique perspective on love and romance in today’s world. He explains what inspires his music, the meaning behind classic samples, and how he channels emotions into his songs. He also reflects on lessons from the industry, including experiences with bosses Dr. Dre, Jay-Z, and Rick Ross, friendships with Kendrick Lamar, and navigating fame, business, and betrayal. Wale touches on sports, sneakers, pop culture, TikTok trends, and even clears up rumors from the Streamer Awards. He talks money, the difference between fame and wealth, the biggest changes in making music now versus early in his career, and what he still hopes to achieve—including a Grammy. Wale closes by promoting his album 'Everything Is A Lot' and also previews “Silk Series,” his upcoming project telling stories from the DC and Baltimore area through TV and film. #ClubShayShay​ #Wale #KendrickLamar Buy LePortier: https://leportiercognac.com/products/shay_vsop_750ml/ SUBSCRIBE to get the latest Club Shay Shay content: https://www.youtube.com/c/ClubShayShay?sub_confirmation=1 Listen to the Club Shay Shay podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/club-shay-shay/id1531023690 Listen to the Club Shay Shay podcast on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/060hDdnydsJyMi17TmvyAh?si=iuda1z7oTE-21ZYzwiUdhg&nd=1 Like Club Shay Shay on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/ClubShayShay/ Follow Club Shay Shay on Twitter: https://x.com/clubshayshay?s=21&t=PF1soCgsTT_NEerDJm9Lfg Follow Club Shay Shay on Instagram: https://instagram.com/clubshayshay?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Follow Shannon Sharpe on Twitter: https://x.com/shannonsharpe?s=21&t=PF1soCgsTT_NEerDJm9Lfg Follow Club Shay Shay on Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@clubshayshaypod?_t=8fJ79WZy2fb&_r=1 About Club Shay Shay: Club Shay Shay is a weekly podcast hosted by Shannon Sharpe – 3x Super Bowl champion, member of the Pro Football Hall of Fame and co-host of First Take on ESPN. Each week Shannon will sit down with athletes, celebrities and influencers to break down, analyze and discuss the latest headlines in sports, pop culture and everything in-between. Get on the VIP list at Club Shay Shay NOW and never miss an episode! Wale | EP. 194 https://youtu.be/IljZB289-gc Club Shay Shay https://www.youtube.com/c/ClubShayShay