Dig Dug (Shake It)
Wale · Other Songs - Wale
That's my name don't forget
It's not a game
Hold ya dame
Cause my thang sumthin vicious
I'm not from Northeast but I'm guaranteed to groove
[Chorus: x2]
Shake it, Shake it shake it,
shake it, shake it shake it,
shake it, shake it shake it shake it U gon move girl
[Verse 1:]
Guess where I lay u prolly kno me from da rap
Home of da Terrapins slangers of da crack
Uptown roamers to southside riders
I bump sellin dro move boat lyk pirates
Shake it for me darlin naw I ain't dancin
Ignorant az eva don't b trippin where muh hands is
Handcuff a chick naw bama n*ggaz grip bras
Me I'm finna hit it and ditch it and dats a dig ya'll
[Pre-Chorus 1:]
(Gogo playin)
[Chorus x2]
Shake it, Shake it shake it,
shake it, shake it shake it,
shake it, shake it shake it shake it U gon move girl
[Verse 2:]
Please don't step on da shoes cause I'm twisted
Those that u seen are 350
And we lifted
Rollin st8 swishes
Rollers get a whif and get back lyk swishes
Neva hit da backboard
Rollin up da back four
And dat broad get crank lyk Backyard
She baggin on me man and I ain't up to paper
When a broad try and playin a playa
Dis is what u say u say
[Pre-Chorus 2:]
Come here girl I said come here girl I said come here
girl I said (ha ha ha ha)
Come here girl I said come here girl I said come here girl I said
[Verse 3:]
I dig she under dug it
I dig it she unda covas
I give her da diggin and den she really gon b n luv
But I ain't goin dig it if she ain't really with it
Got no tyme for da fake and what I'm sayin is u gon give it lyk
[Pre-Chorus 1:]
(Gogo playin)
[Chorus]
Shake it, Shake it shake it,
shake it, shake it shake it,
shake it, shake it shake it shake it U gon move girl
[Verse 4:]
Well I ain't spendin cash for it I ain't even ask 4 it
I'm badd and I'm flya den ya passport
The embassador of rap 4 da capital
Prolly gon grab it when I grind n2 da back of her lyk
[Pre-Chorus 2]
Come here girl I said come here girl I said come here
girl I said (ha ha ha ha)
Come here girl I said come here girl I said come here girl I said
[Pre-Chorus 1]
(Gogo playin)
[Chorus]
Shake it, Shake it shake it,
shake it, shake it shake it,
shake it, shake it shake it shake it U gon move girl
Dig Dug (Shake It)
Wale's "Dig Dug (Shake It)" stands as a quintessential example of his mid-2010s sound, blending smooth R&B vocals with a polished, radio-friendly production style. Released during a period where Wale was solidifying his status as a versatile artist capable of navigating both hip-hop and R&B landscapes, the track exemplifies his signature ability to craft catchy melodies that prioritize flow and vocal delivery over complex lyrical narratives. The song reflects the era's emphasis on melodic hooks and laid-back rhythms, showcasing Wale's capacity to create anthems that resonate with a broad audience while maintaining his distinct vocal texture. As part of his broader discography from that time, the recording highlights his evolution as a songwriter who balances commercial appeal with personal artistic expression, contributing to his reputation as a key figure in contemporary Southern hip-hop and R&B.