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Up Close and Personal with Dwele

Dwele's new album Sketches of a Man has universal appeal. "There's a little something on the album for everyone and every occasion. There's the BBQ song and the baby-making song. The title is just a collaboration of songs that make up who I am," he said.
By Essence · Updated October 30, 2020
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Up Close and Personal with Dwele

Dwele’s new album Sketches of a Man has universal appeal.

“There’s a little something on the album for everyone and every occasion. There’s the BBQ song and the baby-making song. The title is just a collaboration of songs that make up who I am,” he said.

Up Close and Personal with Dwele
Courtesy of Koch Records
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Up Close and Personal with Dwele

Dwele contemplates his music and career.

“I am happy with what I do and content with where I am. I have a lot more to accomplish, but I think that half the fun is getting to that space. I am enjoying the ride though, so I’m not complaining,” he said.

Up Close and Personal with Dwele
Courtesy of Koch Records
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Up Close and Personal with Dwele

Ladies love Dwele’s smooth lyrics and tone, and he loves them right back.

“I like natural women who can be themselves. I also like a woman who has character and a sense of humor, that’s a necessity. And I like when a woman can laugh at my corny jokes,” he said.

Up Close and Personal with Dwele
Courtesy of Koch Records
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Up Close and Personal with Dwele

Dwele’s cool exterior houses a rock star.

“I can be crazy and an entertainer. I do let my [inner] rock star go every now and then. That’s not something I really tapped into before I got into the industry,” he said. “But, when I am onstage I am another guy. I still surprise myself.”

Up Close and Personal with Dwele
Courtesy of Koch Records
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Up Close and Personal with Dwele

“I want to be remembered as a guy that [made] some great music and provided the soundtrack for people’s lives. I want my future family to be proud when someone says my name,” Dwele said

Up Close and Personal with Dwele
Courtesy of Koch Records