Paul Wall
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Paul Wall was born on March 11, 1981, with the birth name Paul Michael Slayton. He hails from Houston, Texas, United States. Wall attended the University of Houston, where he pursued studies in mass communication. Although he remained enrolled for three years, he eventually left to pursue his passion for music. His affiliation with Swishahouse Records marked the beginning of his career as a rapper.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 11 Mar, 1981
- Age
- 39 yrs
- Citizenship
- United States of America
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- Birth Place
- Houston
- Education
- University of Houston
Jersey Village High School - Gender
- Male
- Description
- American rapper, actor, and DJ from Texas
- Net Worth 2021
- 2.5 million
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Early Career and Rise with Swishahouse
In 1999, Paul Wall collaborated with longtime friend Chamillionaire to release the mixtape Choppin Em Up Part 2. The release gained traction in Houston's underground scene, helping both artists become prominent figures on the city’s mixtape circuit. Wall initially introduced himself as a street team member in northwest Houston, promoting Swishahouse releases and DJing local events.
Paul Wall became known for his contributions to the "Screwed and Chopped" style, a technique popularized by DJ Screw that involves slowing down and remixing songs. After several collaborations, Wall and Chamillionaire eventually parted ways. Wall’s profile surged after featuring on Mike Jones’s hit track “Still Tippin’,” which led to greater industry recognition.
In 2005, he released his debut solo album, The People’s Champ, which debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. His follow-up album, Get Money, Stay True, came out in 2007 and delivered additional chart-topping singles. Among his most notable tracks are “Sittin’ Sidewayz,” “They Don’t Know,” “Girl,” and “Break ‘Em Off.”
Acting and Media Appearances
In 2008, Paul Wall came into the political spotlight by endorsing Barack Obama’s presidential campaign. The following year, he expanded his career into acting, appearing as a fictional rapper in the comedy film I Hope They Serve Beer in Hell. He also appeared in the films Furnace and Xtinction: Predator X, with additional appearances in television shows and independent productions.
In addition to his work in film, Paul Wall provided music and appearances for several video game titles, including Midnight Club 3: DUB Edition, SSX on Tour, Madden NFL 06, Def Jam: Icon, and Battle Rap Stars. These ventures contributed to maintaining his relevance in pop culture beyond the music industry.
