| "Watching Us" | |
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| Song by Wale featuring Leon Thomas | |
| from the album Everything Is a Lot | |
| Released | November 14, 2025 |
| Recorded | 2023–2025 |
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| Length | 3:49 |
| Label | Def Jam Recordings |
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| "Watching Us" on YouTube | |
"Watching Us" is a song by American rapper Wale featuring American singer Leon Thomas from the former's eighth studio album, Everything Is a Lot (2025). It samples "Closer" by Goapele and was produced by Mike Hector, D. Phelps, Nile Hargrove and Freaky Rob.
The song is built on a sample of "Closer". It features "reflective storytelling" from Wale, while Leon Thomas performs with a "smooth, soulful delivery."
Shawn Grant of The Source wrote that the song "The romantic tone gives the record an intimate feel that has resonated strongly with listeners." Lemarcus of Shatter the Standards opined that Thomas was "stealing the show" on the song.
An official music video was directed by Hidji and released on February 3, 2026. It depicts quiet, intimate moments of a relationship in a home setting, contrasted with scenes of nightlife a city.
| Chart (2025–2026) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| US Billboard Hot 100 | 76 |
| US Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs (Billboard) | 14 |
| US Rhythmic Airplay (Billboard) | 1 |
| Region | Date | Format | Label(s) | Ref. |
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| United States | January 13, 2026 | Rhythmic contemporary | Def Jam |