Lotus Flower Bomb

Wale, Miguel

About Lotus Flower Bomb

"Lotus Flower Bomb" is a song by American hip hop recording artist Wale, released as the lead single from his second studio album Ambition. The song was officially released on October 11, 2011 through Maybach Music Group and Warner Bros. The song, featuring R&B singer Miguel, was produced by Jerrin Howard. The song received a nomination for Best Rap Song at the 55th Grammy Awards.


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I'mma rap to you real quick.
I wanna enjoy the luxury of like, not knowing each other for real. Hol' up

Lotus flower bomb, firefly
When I'm low, she take me high
I can teach you all the sounds of love

Flower bomb, let me guess your favorite fragrance
And you got that bomb, huh, I'm tryna detonate you
No disrespecting baby, just tryna make you smile
Try to keep my spirits up, that's why I lays it down
Try to keep your spirits up, lil vodka whatever
Took you forever to get dressed, I acknowledge your effort
So I clap for her, she deserves an applause
Shawty working so hard, she deserve that Vuitton
Shawty where your baton, racing through my mind like
She heard that I got that work, I heard that she been on strike
Care to tell, I read your mind, she been on them dollars first
Caramel macchiatos when shawty get into work
I can be your boyfriend be your nigga or a friend with perks
I'm just tryna work that huh, they just tryna work your nerves
I'm just tryna read your mind, I'm just tryna feed you mine
I'm just tryna give you light, they just tryna leave you blind

We're living in a fantasy
I feel it when you dance with me
It's feeling like you need to be
My lady, my baby, yeah
Can't you see
I'm talking about eternity
Tell me would you care to be
My lady, my baby

Flower bomb, can I blow up on your mind
This is not no Sandra Bull, but you're Potion #9
Navigating through her eyes, destination to her thighs
And I hate to tell you too much, cuz I stay with too much pride
And we way too young to know love, maybe not but we don't need no rush
Don't believe in love at first sight, but I believe in love at first huh
Can I be with you just one night? I could wear you out inside
I could tell you like persistence, but I make you cum in tri's
I just think we need one night, can't decide if I came right
Easy baby my thing tight, but that lotus flower just ain't right
I ain't thinking I ain't right, can't decide but I can't fight
Easy baby you the bomb and all, but I be damned if I do not land mine
Or at least try, can I speak up? was it peace out? can we eat lunch?
Can we take shots with your flavor, flat drinks we call A cups
I just think I need one night, slightly more if it's done right
With that gorgeous face, I don't know your name, it ain't important babe cuz
I'mma call you Mine

We're living in a fantasy
I feel it when you dance with me
It's feeling like you need to be
My lady, my baby, yeah
Can't you see
I'm talking about eternity
Tell me would you care to be
My lady, my baby

Cuz I don't know you, you don't know me
The clock keeps tickin' baby, what's it gonna be
I don't know you, you don't know me
Let me teach you all the sounds of love

Ah, ay, eeh, ahh ohh ooo
Baby this was for you, lotus

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Wale

Wale Victor Folarin (born Olubowale Victor Akintimehin in September 21, 1984), better known by his stage name Wale (/ˈwɑːlei/ WAH-lay), is an American rapper from Washington, D.C. Wale was born to Nigerian parents. He rose to prominence in 2006, when his song "Dig Dug (Shake It)" became popular in his hometown. Wale became locally recognized and continued recording music for the regional audience. Producer Mark Ronson discovered Wale in 2006 and signed him to Allido Records in 2007. While signed to that label, Wale released several mixtapes and appeared in national media including MTV and various urban magazines. more »

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Written by: OLUBOWALE VICTOR AKINTIMEHIN, TREY WALKER JOHNSON, MIGUEL JONTEL PIMENTEL, SAMUEL DEW, JERRIN HOWARD, JEFFREY JR. JOHNSON

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, THE ADMINISTRATION MP INC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.

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10 facts about this song

Release Information
"Lotus Flower Bomb" by Wale was released on October 11, 2011, as the lead single from his second studio album, "Ambition".
Collaboration Details
The track features singer Miguel, adding a soulful angle with his vocals, who also co-produced the song with Jerrin Howard.
Chart Performance
The song peaked at number 38 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, making it one of Wale's highest-charting songs.
Lyrics Interpretation
The lyrics of the song talk about a developing romantic relationship, with the term 'Lotus Flower Bomb' metaphorically representing a woman's love exploding and blossoming like a lotus flower.
Awards Recognition
"Lotus Flower Bomb" earned Wale a nomination for Best Rap Song at the 55th Grammy Awards. Though he didn't win, this nomination helped solidify his reputation as a noteworthy rapper in the industry.
Song’s Inspiration
It has been suggested that part of the song's inspiration came from the Tom Ford perfume named 'Black Orchid', as it's mentioned in the song lyrics.
Sonic Aspect
Lotus Flower Bomb is a mix of RnB and Hip-Hop, combining Miguel's soulful crooning with Wale's lyrical verses, creating a refreshing and melodic sound.
Certification
The song was certified platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), indicating more than one million units sold in the United States.
Music Video
The music video stars model and actress Bre Scullark and features a love interest storyline where Wale plays a delivery man who catches her eye.
Critical Reception
Upon its release, Lotus Flower Bomb received positive reviews from critics praising Wale's lyrical ability and Miguel's smooth vocals. The beat was also praised for its catchiness and soulful sound.

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