“everything is a lot.” lives up to its title — emotionally sprawling, deeply introspective, and constantly shifting tones, just like life does.

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TOP 5 SONGS

5. Belly

“Belly” immediately sets the tone for Wale’s emotional unraveling.

The production feels like sunlight after a long storm — nostalgic, soothing, and grounded. Lyrically, the track reflects on darker chapters of life and the version of himself he had to outgrow. It’s about climbing out of low places, recognizing your own evolution, and appreciating the battles that shaped you. “Belly” is a soft but powerful introduction to the growth arc Wale explores throughout the album.

4. Watching Us

Leon Thomas floats on this track, bringing a warmth and silkiness that elevates the entire mood. 

His vocals glide effortlessly over the beat and perfectly complement Wale’s presence. The song explores the idea of shutting out outside opinions — tuning out the world’s noise and focusing on the connection that actually matters. The sample adds a nostalgic flair, and the synergy between both artists makes it feel intimate and cinematic. Together, they emphasize that what’s real privately will always matter more than what the world thinks they see.

3. Mirroronnabenz

This track hits like a personal letter to every past version of himself. 

“Mirroronnabenz” is filled with introspection, resilience, and a quiet kind of confidence. Wale talks about identity — who he was, who he is, and who he refuses to become. He honors the people he’s lost, the hardships he’s survived, and the obstacles he fought through. The message is uplifting, almost therapeutic, reminding listeners not to let the world define them. It’s heavy with meaning but delivered in a way that feels empowering rather than bleak, making it one of the strongest songs on the project.

2. City On Fire

Emotionally, “City On Fire” is one of the heaviest songs on the album.

Wale dives into the pain of losing yourself in a relationship that drained you, where you constantly gave and the other person only took. After the breakup, they went out trying to look unbothered, flaunting their freedom, while Wale was left to genuinely heal. The metaphor of a “city on fire” perfectly captures the collapse of something that once felt safe and whole. It’s a breakup song full of grief, clarity, and reluctant acceptance — a necessary purge of emotion that feels both painful and liberating.

1. Like I

Wale and Andra Day together? Magic. 

Their voices blend into a gorgeous, soulful duet that captures the complicated beauty of imperfect relationships. “Like I” is about longing for peace with someone you truly love but can’t seem to align with. Outside influences, personal wounds, and emotional inconsistencies create distance — yet the love remains undeniably strong. It’s bittersweet, tender, and honest. The chorus aches with the reality that nobody else understands or connects with you the way this person does. It’s a standout moment of vulnerability and chemistry on the album.

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SONG BY SONG RATING

Conundrum (N/A)

Belly (4/5)

Where To Start (4/5)

Blanco (4/5)

Michael Fredo – Intro (N/A)

Michael Fredo (4/5)

Power and Problems (4/5)

Mirroronnabenz (4.5/5)

Watching Us (4/5)

YSF (3.5/5)

Tomorrow Today (4/5)

Big Head (4/5)

City On Fire (4.5/5)

Fly Away (4/5)

Corner Bottles (4/5)

Like I (4.5/5)

Survive (4/5)

Lonely (4/5)

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RGM RATING

(81%)

In everything is a lot., Wale moves through love, heartbreak, self-reflection, public pressure, and personal healing. The album balances soft, intimate moments with energized, confident highs, creating a narrative about the messy, nonlinear process of growing into yourself.

What makes this album special is how grounded it feels. Wale doesn’t shy away from confusion, contradiction, or emotional heaviness. Instead, he embraces it all — the flirty moments, the pain, the memories, the healing. The result is a project that feels human, relatable, and beautifully open.

Wale delivers a project full of heart and honesty, and it lands exactly the way it was meant to. Everything is a lot — but it’s real, and it’s easy to love.

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