It reached No. 89 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified Platinum by the RIAA in June 2025.
The official music video , directed by Sarah McColgan, features Wale performing on an NYC rooftop with a backing band, interspersed with scenes of his hometown, Washington D.C.. Wale - LoveHate Thing feat. Sam Dew
Experience the soulful visuals and heartfelt lyrics in the official music video: Wale - LoveHate Thing feat. Sam Dew [Official Music Video] YouTube• Jun 25, 2013 It reached No
Wale addresses the "crabs-in-a-barrel" mentality prevalent in his hometown and the industry. He famously raps, "I lost a lot of friends and they ain't even dead," highlighting the emotional distance that develops as goals are reached. Experience the soulful visuals and heartfelt lyrics in
The song has been compared to Jay-Z's "Dear Summer" for its reflective, slightly defensive tone and use of subliminal commentary regarding local DMV-area conflicts.
The track was co-produced by Sam Dew, Tone P, and Stokley Williams of the R&B group Mint Condition.