Waka Flocka Flame Fails to Dunk, Hits the Pavement

This is a simple tale about a rapper who flew too close to the sun (or moon), melted and then fell in a heap on unforgiving concrete.

It is Waka Flocka Flame's story, and let it be a cautionary lesson for all you would-be ballers out there looking to post sweet jam videos to the Internet.

The story begins on a recent, yet undefined night at what we assume is Waka’s house. As TMZ’s video shows, a good time is being had by all. Couches are resting outside, friends and potential personal-rolling candidates are laughing—it’s a fine evening by all accounts.

Waka—a renowned and skillful baller in his downtime—tries to put on a little dunk clinic for his friends. 

His first attempt floats softly over the rim. Clearly, he lost the handle on that one. No harm done. His next attempt, however, ends in an unceremonious tumble on the pavement.

These things happen when you’re balling in Hammer pants. 

Fortunately, Waka appears none the worse for wear after falling down. If anything, his pride was the only thing dented in his drop.

So remember, kids: If at first you don’t succeed, try again. If you don’t succeed the second time, laugh it off like you didn’t care in the first place and go do something else.

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