It’s been a while since we’ve heard from Uproxx cover star Wale (possibly due to complications from COVID-19), but that could be changing soon. The Maryland rapper returned to social media this week with the announcement of his Every Blue Moon Tour (named after his 2022 Under A Blue Moon Tour, apparently), which according to Live Nation, will celebrate both his upcoming eighth album AND the 15th anniversary of his debut, Attention Deficit.
Tickets will be available starting with artist presales starting tomorrow, Tuesday (August 13), with additional presales throughout the week, and the general sale beginning on Friday (August 16), at 10 AM local time. You can find more information here.
09/19 — Fort Lauderdale, FL @ Revolution Live
09/20 — St. Petersburg, FL @ Jannus Live
09/23 — Charleston, SC @ The Charleston Music Hall
09/25 — Nashville, TN @ Marathon Music Works
09/27 — Atlanta, GA @ Tabernacle
09/28 — Raleigh, NC @ The Ritz
09/29 — Charlotte, NC @ The Fillmore Charlotte
10/01 — McKees Rocks, PA @ Roxian Theatre
10/03 — Philadelphia, PA @ Theatre Of Living Arts
10/04 — Boston, MA @ Paradise Rock Club
10/05 — New York, NY @ Irving Plaza
10/07 — Cleveland, OH @ House Of Blues
10/08 — Toronto, ON @ The Danforth Music Hall
10/10 — Detroit, MI @ Saint Andrew’s Hall
10/11 — Chicago, IL @ House Of Blues Chicago
10/12 — Minneapolis, MN @ Uptown Theater Minneapolis
10/14 — Denver, CO @ Summit
10/15 — Salt Lake City, UT @ The Depot
10/18 — Vancouver, BC @ Commodore Ballroom
10/19 — Seattle, WA @ Neptune Theatre
10/20 — Portland, OR @ Roseland Theater
10/23 — San Francisco, CA @ The Fillmore
10/25 — Los Angeles, CA @ The Wiltern
10/26 — San Diego, CA @ The Observatory North Park
10/27 — Phoenix, AZ @ The Van Buren
10/29 — San Antonio, TX @ Aztec Theatre
10/31 — Dallas, TX @ House Of Blues Dallas
11/01 — Austin, TX @ Emo’s Austin
11/02 — Houston, TX @ House Of Blues Houston
11/05 — New Orleans, LA @ House Of Blues New Orleans
11/06 — Mobile, AL @ Soul Kitchen
11/07 — Birmingham, AL @ Iron City
The beef between rap heavyweights Meek Mill and Wale has spanned for about a decade now, much longer than many fans thought it would last. Since 2014, the two have fired shots at each other. There were moments of peace in between, and once or twice, fans even thought the two had finally reconciled for good.
However, the feud was always revived by either of the two. Even in April 2024, they are still going at it, although Wale is maintaining his peace this time around. At this point, their fans wonder if the pair will ever truly reconcile. Another set of onlookers wonder if the feud has been staged all along, particularly because of its on-and-off nature. Here is a timeline of the longstanding beef between Meek Mill and Wale.
The genesis of this beef can be traced back to July 2014. While there may have been some tension between Meek Mill and Wale before then, it was in 2014 that the beef officially began in public. In detail, on July 8, 2014, Meek Mill took to Twitter to get some things off his chest about Wale. In a series of tweets, he accused Wale of being unsupportive and said the “Lotus Flower Bomb” rapper was not loyal to MMG. “Wale just ain’t gone tweet a thing about my album…. He’s been hating on me long time now,” one of the tweets read.
Subsequently, only a few hours later, Wale responded to Meek Mill’s tweets with a lengthy caption on Instagram. “I’m sensitive ok. Maybe bi polar. But one thing I’m not is a hater,” a part of the now-deleted post reads. Soon after, Rick Ross, MMG label boss, quelled the beef between the two. Speaking with Global Grind later in July 2014, Ross shared how he stepped in to de-escalate things. “Those are brothers, you know. Soon as those tweets went out, we all got on the phone, and, you know, that was the end of it,” he said.
2015: The Beef Starts Up Again
After July 2014, all seemed to be well between Meek Mill and Wale again. As a matter on fact, when Wale addressed the feud in June 2015, the rapper called Mill family. “We’re just a brotherhood. We’re both competitive. We both want to be the best,” he said, speaking to MTV. However, it wasn’t long afterward that something happened to spark the flames of their feud up again. During an interview on The Breakfast Club in October 2015, Wale discussed Meek Mill’s beef with Drake. “I honestly think [Meek Mill] brought a pencil to a gun fight,” Wale said. Unfortunately, Meek Mill didn’t like that very much.
A few hours after the interview was uploaded on YouTube, Meek Mill already had some words for Wale. In a now-deleted Instagram post, Mill wrote, “N***as b doing all this to drop a new record gossiping about they h*e a*s feelings and they personal life because they miserable and nobody don’t rock wit them! Really stay away from me Fam! U not MMG NOMORE! This why u can’t get my number you a hoe! ???? and u dead cracked right now @wale foh nuttttt!”
“I wasn’t even mad at you Fam u got some real issues with yaself and you jealous! Broke rapper! This my last time I think addressing shit on the Internet… We don’t wanna hear you no more Fam! Go jump off a roof like u been trynado chump! He not MMG IM MAKING THAT CALL … He been tryna call me saying Rozay owe us money… He don’t owe me shit and if he do I’ll get it later …. Go that away!”
After Mill’s outburst, Rozay came into the picture yet again, quenching the fire of the beef. In a Snap video, he reassured fans that things between the two rappers had been ironed out.“Just got a few calls with n***as asking me about my little brothers, the squad. It’s MMG forever, n***a. The empire. F**k that,” Rick Ross said. Concluding with concise lines that got fans excited, he said, “MMG, b*tch. Young Meek Mill. Legend Wale. Self Made 4.” The announcement of the album possibly dropping soon was enough to distract fans from the beef.
Subsequently, in November 2015, Rozay spoke further about the beef being over and done with. In an interview with AllHipHop.com, he said, “You know, those brothers forever. That’s my family. As you can see it’s already done came and went. It’s all about making dope music. And like I said, I feel like me being in a position I am. Me being a boss. Me being as experienced as I am, I feel like them going through that, or whatever you call it, in 10 years when they’re executives they’re gonna be able to give that same game to youngstas. Like ‘Yo, I did that before, but this how we do it.’ I look at things different.”
2020: Meek Mill & Wale Have Seemingly Buried The Hatchet
LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 26: Hip hop artist Meek Mill (L) and rapper Wale attends Tidal X: MEEK MILL at Mondrian Hotel on June 26, 2015 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Jason Merritt/Getty Images for Tidal/Roc Nation)
On October 6, 2020, Meek Mill shared a very exciting photo on Instagram. The photo featured Mill and Wale, both with masks on. Following their beef, many fans doubted their relationship could ever go back to being what it was. However, they seemed to be well on their way to being great friends again. The now-deleted post was captioned “Me and @wale argued a thousand times & made millions together #MMGVIBES” with a hug emoji. Seeing the pair like that warmed the hearts of many fans, understandably.
2023: Rick Ross Speaks On Meek Mill & Wale
On May 13, 2023, an episode of Drink Champs featuring Rick Ross premiered. During his appearance on the show, Rozayspoke about everything from African music, to Wingstop and DJ Khaled. The MMG boss also made sure to briefly gush about Wale and Meek Mill, two of the signees he’s most proud of. “Without a doubt, to just see them grow and for me to be a young CEO. Of course, I’m already f**king with my brothers Gunplay, them my n***as. But going out and signing Wale and signing Meek, and watching what they both blossomed into, it felt good because I just knew I was correct on what I seen. I saw that they were both geniuses. I saw that they were both dope as f**k,” Rozay said proudly.
January 2024: Meek Mill Says He Holds No Grudges Against Wale
Hellllllllllllll no… we had our arguments b4 years back but I came in this game getting money with him …I’m not holding no grudges against my peoples.. and for what??? https://t.co/mwwJn9kyDL
During a Q&A session with his X (formerly Twitter) fans on January 20, 2024, someone asked Meek Mill if he had an ongoing feud with Wale. “Hellllllllllllll no. We had our arguments b4 years back but I came in this game getting money with him …I’m not holding no grudges against my peoples.. and for what???” Meek Mill wrote. This was an answer most fans of the two rappers were very happy to see. Unfortunately, not very long afterward, the feud was revived.
April 2024: Meek Mill Lashes Out And Wale Responds
This why the rap game screwed along of niggas be having these secretly jealous vibes you can’t do songs or tours with them lol he’s always been jealous of me but tryna link with meek haters intentionally ..wale killed all his relationships dont come around again with bad energy! https://t.co/8UelusekMx
In a surprising turn of events, Meek Mill took to X to take shots at Wale on April 8, 2024. This happened a day after a photo of Wale surfaced with Dean Stay Reddy, an ex-friend of Mill’s who he now considers an enemy. “Wale never liked me… now ima treat him like the streets everytime I see him … Igave him 1000 chances these guys be thinking they linking with the enemy clown a** ni**a I wish I woulda knew the other day I woulda stretched you,” Mill wrote.
Soon after, Wale responded. “When u get in other people unserious drama in this industry 90 [percent] of the time they be back friends… eventually ..and then u look silly… in the end… so I love minding my business. If a photo can create such vitriol, one has to ask himself some questions. Happy Monday,” he wrote. Subsequently, Meek Mill replied with a series of tweets that included jabs calling Wale “a hoe” and “jealous.”
It looks like everybody in hip-hop is catching the rap beef bug. After Kendrick Lamar threw a lyrical chair in the direction of Drake and J. Cole on Future and Metro Boomin’s new album a few weeks ago, all hell has broken loose. The chaos now encompasses GloRilla and JT, J. Cole and Kendrick Lamar, and now, even Meek Mill is letting his Twitter fingers fly again (I guess he forgot what happened the last time he got too reckless online).
This time, the target for Meek’s ire is another frequent collaborator: former Maybach Music Group compatriot Wale, who apparently was seen in a photo with another rapper with whom Meek has an unfriendly relationship. Ant Glizzy, a rapper from Washington, DC — like Wale — had previously done an interview with Akademiks in which he suggested that Wale and Meek had so much friction that Wale apparently “hated” Meek.
After Wale wrote, “When u get in other people unserious drama in this industry 90pct of the time they be back friends… eventually ..and then u look silly,” Meek unleashed a torrent of criticism for his former labelmate, despite previously shutting down rumors of beef between the two.
When u get in other people unserious drama in this industry 90pct of the time they be back friends… eventually ..and then u look silly… in the end… so I love minding my business. If a photo can create such vitriol , one has to ask himself some questions. Happy Monday
Sharing a link to Akademiks’ TikTok (apparently ignoring he has had it in for the Instagram influencer for some time, as well), Meek snapped back, “I ignored this because if this was true you would be in danger … but now I see you around guys that’s on full meek campaigns.” In a follow-up, he also insinuated that he even risked his freedom while on probation to jump into a fight and save Wale, who was getting “beat up” at his own birthday party.
“When I met wale he got beat up at his bday party in dc got his teeth knocked out,” he wrote. “I jumped in because a celebrity like him invited me I was violating probation in dc risked my life… to find out he never liked me will make you angry! That’s just me tho… I tried to be cool with this lame for Ross business I woulda been treated him.”
https://t.co/lmnfDJ0Ig0 I ignored this because if this was true you would be in danger … but now I see you around guys that’s on full meek campaigns I get you..I wouldn’t of dat you and made you uncomfortable around my family the other day! That’s why you tried to post Mike but… https://t.co/8UelusekMx
I’m on to you when I seen you fashion week you was drunk speaking on rappers with 200 models in the room… your energy was off… let me know so we can solve this immediately if you feel a way about something! https://t.co/8UelusekMx
If I call Glizzy and he say yeah that’s a different level of danger I have to access with you … I just didn’t ask because I’m more developed and I know you a hoe! But believe I find out any of this true I’m on you! https://t.co/G9I3LZDT15
This why the rap game screwed along of niggas be having these secretly jealous vibes you can’t do songs or tours with them lol he’s always been jealous of me but tryna link with meek haters intentionally ..wale killed all his relationships dont come around again with bad energy! https://t.co/8UelusekMx
When I met wale he got beat up at his bday party in dc got his teeth knocked out … I jumped in because a celebrity like him invited me I was violating probation in dc risked my life… to find out he never liked me will make you angry! That’s just me tho
This was b4 phones came out …. I went with young Chris … only me coon and Matt jumped in! I stayed quiet but soon as he got around me my aura made his demons shake! I tried to be cool with this lame for Ross business I woulda been treated him https://t.co/wLF5MmqUEn
Meek Mill is calling out Wale for hanging out with his former friend Dean. Dean shared an image with Wale, captioning the Instagram post: “Wanna Boss up ya life, all you gotta do is get in with ME #StayReddy.”
Meek then fired off a message about Wale: “Wale never liked me … now ima treat him like the streeets everytime I see him … I gave him 1000 chances these guys be thinking they linking with the enemy clown ass nigga I wish I woulda knew the other day I woulda stretched you!”
Meek and Wale were at Wrestlemania 40 together over the weekend, which Meek tweeted about: “He just shook my son at wrestling yall gonna really make me become what yall asking for!”
Wale never liked me … now ima treat him like the streeets everytime I see him … I gave him 1000 chances these guys be thinking they linking with the enemy clown ass nigga I wish I woulda knew the other day I woulda stretched you! pic.twitter.com/kUzF7LgDTf
These niggas intentionally linking with niggas they want me down let’s do it lol https://t.co/D26s58JFri he just shook my son at wrestling yall gonna really make me become what yall asking for! pic.twitter.com/2avrzqKekx
They like bitches after you cut em off….now ima come to dc and take over the streets and power some niggas that hate him but nobody hates him he’s depressed and sick also he been that way https://t.co/tDQPxOykf4
I feel an away I woulda just made wale dip my son was there he was tryna take pics with Rubin like a Groupie lol now he sitting around bum opps in Philly … how did these guys get this secretly jealous of me lol they went broke! https://t.co/fqj4q6lA9r
I never believed this clown but now it add up lol so ima move like that these n#%gas scared of me … and I’m Neutral cause I’m blessed but now they making me mad … niggas acting cool with my kids with OPPs same day…. It’s slime time fellas let’s goo!
Ima reply to them because in the future it will alll come together a lot of people in our culture play very pivotal jealous rolls… that’s how pac big got killed playing around jealous bums im tryna crush the opposites! Nothing less war for anything against me!
As of 2024, Olubowale Victor Akintimehin, professionally known as Wale, has a net worth of approximately $4 million, according to Celebrity Net Worth. This figure signifies the success of Wale’s journey from his early days in the rap scene to mainstream success.
The Rise Of Wale: Musical Success & Business Ventures
Wale’s journey to wealth began with his music career. His albums, including the critically acclaimed Ambition, have seen substantial commercial success, significantly boosting his net worth. The DMV star has earned notable recognition throughout his career. A Grammy-nominated artist, he’s received multiple BET Award nominations, and his third album, The Gifted (2013), debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200. His track record showcases consistent chart success and industry respect.
Beyond music, Wale has engaged in several business ventures that have further increased his net worth. His collaborations with brands like Villa and Asics and investments in tech startups have added to his wealth.
Sports & Philanthropy
WASHINGTON, DC – JUNE 26: Musician Wale attends the Moet Rose Lounge DC hosted by Wale to celebrate the release of “The Gifted” at W POV Terrace on June 26, 2013 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Brendan Hoffman/Getty Images for Moet Rose)
Wale’s earnings aren’t solely tied to music and business. He has a notable presence in the sports world, working as a creative liaison for the WWE and appearing on sports talk shows. These ventures have added another revenue stream. Additionally, while Wale’s net worth is commendable, his philanthropic efforts are equally noteworthy. He has used his wealth to support several charitable initiatives, demonstrating that his financial success isn’t just about personal enrichment but also about giving back to the community.
Recap Of Wale’s Net Worth
LOS ANGELES, CA – JUNE 21: Wale Performs at The Novo by Microsoft on June 21, 2018 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Cassidy Sparrow/Getty Images)
Wale’s net worth of $4 million as of 2024 is a testament to his diverse talents and business insight. From his successful music career to his business ventures and presence in the sports world, each facet of his professional journey has contributed to his wealth. Moreover, his dedication to philanthropy underscores the power of wealth to effect positive change. Wale’s story edifies, showing that with aptitude, hard work, and a strong business strategy, one can achieve financial success while also contributing to the community.
ENT Legends, the independent concert promoters behind the acclaimed Sol Blume festival, are thrilled to reveal the lineup for Sol Blume 2024. Returning to Sacramento’s Discovery Park from May 3-5, this year’s event features an expanded three-day format, promising an unforgettable experience for R&B, hip-hop, and soul music enthusiasts.
Two critically acclaimed R&B artists are headlining the festival, SZA and Snoh Aalegra. The lineup also includes the debut festival performance of Kaytraminé, a collaborative project between Kaytranada and Aminé, making its first appearance in Sacramento.
Other notable acts set to serenade the audience include PARTYNEXTDOOR, Ari Lennox, Sir, Omar Apollo, PinkPantheress, Masego, Jordan Ward, and more. Weekend tickets, including GA, VIP, and the newly introduced GA+ option, will be available for purchase starting Monday, February 5, on SolBlume.com.
Sol Blume, known for its positive atmosphere, diversity, and inclusivity, has become the West Coast’s largest annual R&B music festival since its inception in 2018. The festival aims to create a multi-million dollar economic impact on the Sacramento region and attract music lovers from across the globe. This year’s edition promises more acts, bigger stages, additional festival days, expanded food and beverage options, the return of the fan-favorite “Sol Skate” roller rink, and, of course, more good vibes.
On January 20, the “Ima Boss” rapper prompted his followers on X (formerly Twitter) to submit questions, and he’d answer them truthfully. One of the questions posed to Meek surrounded his relationship with former Maybach Music Group collaborator Wale. Meek immediately shut it down when asked if the pair had any issues.
“Hell no,” he wrote. “We had our arguments before… years back. But I came in this game getting money with him. I’m not holding any grudges against my people. And for what?”
Hellllllllllllll no… we had our arguments b4 years back but I came in this game getting money with him …I’m not holding no grudges against my peoples.. and for what??? https://t.co/mwwJn9kyDL
Similarly, during a sit-down with Drink Champs in October 2021, Wale also dismissed the fable. As host Nore asked him about reports that Rick Ross and Meek Mill had him barred from entering their private section at a nightclub, Wale laughed off the story.
“I don’t know sh*t about that,” he said. “That sh*t don’t even sound real to me. I talked to both of them n****s all the time. I ain’t hear nothing like that. If I ain’t hear nothing like that, I can’t say.”
Not that this has been cleared up; maybe the two will finally give supporters a new track.
Meek Mill is a Warner Music artist. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
Following Cassie’s explosive lawsuit against Diddy, exposing a moment where he held a friend over a balcony, pockets of the Internet attempted to identify the victim. One resurfaced story stated it was rapper Wale.
Wale’s management team responded to the accusation, stating the story was “a complete fabrication.”
They added, “It is a fantasy written by an outsider to exploit a viral story for clicks … the author must have watched “The Five Heartbeats” on basic cable and got inspired. They have never been in the same room as the people mentioned. Wale has never met Cassie or the author and was never involved in any type of altercation. He wishes peace for everyone involved in the settlement.”
Former Uproxx cover star Wale has denied a claim that he was attacked by Diddy during a studio session with Cassie after the specious story went viral on social media. According to TMZ, Wale and his management issued a statement to decry the false anecdote, noting that Wale never met Cassie and that the YouTuber who started the rumor did so to capitalize on recent headlines involving Daddy and Cassie to go viral.
The YouTuber, Ant Glizzy, detailed an incident in which he claimed Diddy and his security guard hung Wale over a balcony, a la Suge Knight and Vanilla Ice. However, according to Wale’s team, “It’s a shame that a complete fabrication has gotten this far and that we have to dignify it with a response. It is a fantasy written by an outsider to exploit a viral story for clicks. The author must have watched The Five Heartbeats on basic cable and got inspired. They have never been in the same room as the people mentioned. Wale has never met Cassie or the author and was never involved in any type of altercation. He wishes peace for everyone involved in the settlement.”
Here’s the scene they mentioned:
Diddy and Cassie drew headlines and speculation over the weekend when the “Me & U” singer filed a lawsuit against her former beau alleging rape and abuse. The suit did say Diddy hung someone from a 17th-story balcony, but Wale was not named. The suit was settled a day later but by then, the damage was done. If Ant Glizzy was using the news to draw attention to himself, it’s all the more reason for social media users to consider news sources with some healthy skepticism. As Offset said, they’ll do anything for clout.
Rick Ross and Meek Mill’s joint album Too Good To Be True is coming soon, and not long after the pair dropped their dominating lead single, “Shaq & Kobe.” But already the two are suggesting that their forthcoming musical link isn’t a one-and-done arrangement.
On Thursday, October 27, during an appearance on The Morning Hustle, Ross subtly hinted that an MMG (Maybach Music Group) reunion could be on the horizon. Co-host Lore’l asked the burning question most rap fans want to know, “Where is Wale?” Although Wale recently unveiled his new single, “Max Julien,” fans were curious if he was included in Ross and Meek’s upcoming album.
Ross cleared that up, saying, “Wale is actually working on his [own] project. He’s doing his thing. He’s over at Def Jam Records.”
Ross later teased that a future collaboration could be in the near future. “It’s a good chance. You know how we get down,” he said. While it’s unclear if an entire album, similar to their 2011 Self Made Vol. 1, will come from this confession, it’s exciting to know that the trio will lock into a studio soon.
Later in the conversation, Ross was asked why he hadn’t recorded a collaborative album with Meek in the past. “This was the right time,” he replied. “We’re both solo artists and both doing our thing. I’m building MMG, and he’s building Dream Chasers [Records]. I felt like this was the right time. You know what I mean, it just came together. So we spent a little time together, and we got into the studio. Sh*t just came together too easily; it just flowed.”
Watch the full interview above.
Too Good To Be True is out 11/10 via Maybach Music Group / Gamma. Find more information here.
Some artists covered here are Warner Music artists. Uproxx is an independent subsidiary of Warner Music Group.
