In 2005 he released his first official mixtape, Prince of the City: Welcome to Pistolvania, and later in 2006 he released his first full length street album entitled Show and Prove. Since then he has released a further six mixtapes and a collaboration mixtape titled How Fly with friend Curren$y. He released his debut album, Deal or No Deal, in November of 2009, it reached #1 on the iTunes hip hop chart, and then reached the top ten on iTunes' overall album chart the week it was released. Previously signed to Warner Bros. Records, he left the label in July 2009 after numerous delays in releasing his planned debut album for the label, First Flight. Khalifa stated to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette that, "I learned a lot during my time there and matured as an artist during the process. I'm happy to be moving on with all of my material and having the chance to be in control of my next moves".He is also the founder of the rap crew Taylor Gang, which includes friends Kev Tha Hustler, Ekko, Smallz Money and Gene Stovall. They derived the name from the fact they always used to wear Chuck Taylor shoes.
Khalifa was born on September 8, 1987 in Minot, North Dakota to a mother and a father serving in the military. The family moved to Pittsburgh when Khalifa was the age of two. His parents' military service caused the family to move on a regular basis.
Over the next thirteen years, he would move between Pittsburgh and South Carolina, Georgia, Oklahoma, Germany, Japan, and England as his parents were reassigned to different posts. In October of 1990 Wiz was separated from his mother,who left him in the hands of her sister while she served in Operation Desert Storm.
During his travels, Wiz was forced to mature quicker than his peers. He was constantly faced with new surroundings, new schools, and new sets of friends, and he found it difficult to become attached to anyone outside his family roots. This nomadic life gave Wiz an opportunity, though, to broaden his mind and offered him many experiences from which to draw inspiration. He began to perceive the world differently than most kids, and he would write his thoughts down every day.These thoughts would become the foundation for his future recordings.
By the age of 14, with a few songs under his belt, Wiz was already drawing comparisons with his commanding voice and witty wordplay. While he has been influenced by artists such as Jay-Z, Camron, and the Notorious B.I.G., Wiz was determined to create his own identity that would, one day, be loved and revered by fans.
Ready to take the next step, Wiz began his search for a recording studio to record new songs. He found one, ID LABS, where owner Eric Dan immediately recognized Wiz's talents. Along with Chad Glick of ID Management, they began to network Wiz to another Pittsburgh native, Benjy Grinberg of Rostrum Records. Benjy realized the raw talent that Wiz possessed, and immediately brought him into the Rostrum family in 2002.
Soon after, Wiz Khalifa began his ascent into the music scene in the Pittsburgh area. He has been hailed by the award winning Pittsburgh Post-Gazette pop music critic, Ed Masley, as having “the skills, the looks, the confidence, the drive, and the charisma for the job.” The New Pittsburgh Courier says, “The combination of a young, charismatic M.C. with a slew of stop-and-rewind rhymes together with a local independent label with major industry connections has set the stage for a hip-hop artist representing Pittsburgh to reach superstar status for the first time ever.
In 2010, with the success of Kush and Orange Juice still present, Wiz Khalifa signed with Atlantic Records. Wiz's style along with his production team, Johnny Juliano, Sledgren, and E. Dan make this a winning combination for success.
He is also well known for his debut single for Atlantic, "Black and Yellow", which peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100. His debut album for the label, Rolling Papers, was released on March 29, 2011. He followed that album with O.N.I.F.C. (abbreviated for mainstream markets from "Only Nigga In First Class") on December 4, 2012 which was backed by the singles "Work Hard, Play Hard" and "Remember You". O.N.I.F.C. debuted at number two with 131,000 in first week sales.
Pittsburgh City Council declared 12-12-12 (December 12, 2012) to be Wiz Khalifa Day in the city. Khalifa graduated from Pittsburgh's Taylor Allderdice High School and in January 2012, purchased a home in nearby Canonsburg, Pennsylvania.
In April 2013, Khalifa revealed that after having his son he decided to work on a new album that he was planning to release in 2013. On April 17, 2013, Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y announced that they will drop their collaboration EP Live in Concert on April 20, 2013. The EP featured seven new songs. On June 24, 2013, he announced that his fifth studio album would be titled Blacc Hollywood and would be released in 2013. On September 3, 2013, Khalifa revealed he had recorded songs with Miley Cyrus, Adele and Juicy J for Blacc Hollywood. In October 2013, Mannie Fresh confirmed that he provided production for the album. On February 11, 2014, Khalifa released Blacc Hollywood's first single titled "We Dem Boyz". The album was then supported by the singles "KK", "You and Your Friends", "Stayin Out All Night", "Promises" and "So High".
Khalifa released an EP with TY Dolla $ign on March 31, 2015, entitled "Talk About It In the Morning". That same month, Wiz released the lead single for the film "Furious 7" called "See You Again" as a tribute to Paul Walker. The single has since gone on to global success. "See You Again" spent 12 non-consecutive weeks at number one on the Billboard Hot 100, tying for the longest-running rap number-one hit in the US.
On January 23, 2015, Khalifa was featured on a remix release of the Fall Out Boy song "Uma Thurman". On May 18, they performed the song together on the 2015 Billboard Music Awards show. In the summer of 2015, he began touring the United States with Fall Out Boy and Hoodie Allen in a tour titled "The Boys of Zummer Tour". The tour featured performances of "Uma Thurman" by Fall Out Boy and Khalifa. Later that year, on December 15, 2015, Wiz released the mixtape "Cabin Fever 3". During the Golden Globes on January 10, 2016, Wiz announced that his next album, titled Khalifa, would be released on the 22nd of that month. However, the album was released on February 5, 2016. On May 24, 2016, he released "Pull Up", a standalone single in promotion of his sixth album, Rolling Papers 2, which was released on July 13, 2018.
On April 20, 2020, Khalifa released, The Saga of Wiz Khalifa. The album included collaborations with Tyga, Logic, Mustard and Ty Dolla $ign. In May 2020, Khalifa featured on the song "Drums Drums Drums" with Travis Barker.
In 2021, Khalifa competed in season five of The Masked Singer as "Chameleon". He finished in third place.
Bout Mine
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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And why I'm always on the grind
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Young Khalifa's the name
Plus you gonna remember one thing
That I'm 'bout mine
That I'm 'bout mine
Haters: you do what you do
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
What we do in the game
[??] doin a damn thing
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
[??] the youngest in charge
Known for the hottest in rap
Straight from the top of the map
Yes, I'm a popular cat
Been to the pits of The Burgh
To the left, cocked as my hat
Wiz keep a spliff for the herb
Niggas with knots full of stacks
And I ain't talkin' to cats
I'm overdosin your brain
Go for the dope in this game
Broke when the flow is insane
I'm like the, young Shaq of rap
[??]
[??]
Man, I'm controlling the game
And I'm bout mine
Tell you on your grind
But it's about time
Outshine haters so the paper
Begin to mount right
Bout mine
Lay it down, homie you'll get out-rhymed
On the track, or flat on your back, you'll get out-lined
Keep the goonies with me
Never leave the crib without mine
And no I ain't talkin ya game
When I say I'm bout shines
I'm talkin dollars, guy
Here's what you should follow by,
Young [??], dumb hat, hand a nigga bout mine [unsure about line?????]
You know what's on my mind
And why I'm always on the grind
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Young Khalifa's the name
Plus you gonna remember one thing
That I'm 'bout mine
That I'm 'bout mine
[??] do what you do
Haters: you do what you do
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
What we do in the game
[??] doin a damn thing
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
See, I'm a boss to you cats
And here my job is to rap
Spittin' flame to make ya damn sho you lames fall to the back
It's a shame I'm here now, so for your squad it's a wrap
It's the gritty-city that strong-armed onto the map
More than a rapper, in fact
Man, you fuckin' with the finest here
The best one that's rhymin' here
So I guess I'm a pioneer
No question, I'm fly as air
I'm high, but I'm sittin' low
A blast
So if you niggas gotta ask, then your bitch'll know
Sicker flow
Short change nigga
You need bigga dough
You recall that moment,
Shit I'm a bigger picture, pro
You niggas simply spendin chips on these pros
I'd be right to call you a pimp
Cuz your niggas is hos
You see me a little different
Though you [??] for these hos
I had them pigeons in my crib
Just washin dishes & clothes
You know it's
The young wise-guy
Grind with my eyes wide
I [??] stop to rewind
[??] ahead of my time
You know what's on my mind
And why I'm always on the grind
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Young Khalifa's the name
Plus you gonna remember one thing
That I'm 'bout mine
That I'm 'bout mine
[??] do what you do
Haters: you do what you do
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
What we do in the game
[??] doin a damn thing
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
If you talk chores
Never let another nigga doubt yours
Life is full of lessons and them blessings,
Better count yours
Watch out for the haters
Cuz your paper's what they out for
Be a boss,
Not just another loss to account for
And the flow, shit
You know Wiz gonna split line-for-line
And this nigga get so rich
Gonna hold shit
And I keep tellin' you time-and-time
Again, [??] and [??] focused
Movin' so quick
Slow up
[??]
[??]
[??]
You know what's on my mind
And why I'm always on the grind
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Young Khalifa's the name
Plus you gonna remember one thing
That I'm 'bout mine
That I'm 'bout mine
[??] do what you do
Haters: you do what you do
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
What we do in the game
[??] doin a damn thing
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
In "Bout Mine," Wiz Khalifa expresses his focus on success and his unwillingness to let anything get in the way of his grind. He repeats the phrase "I'm 'bout mine" throughout the song, emphasizing his determination to succeed. He also discusses his status as a rising hip-hop star, mentioning his reputation as the "youngest in charge," known for having the "hottest in rap." Khalifa boasts about his lyricism and style, calling himself a "pioneer" and a "boss," while also acknowledging that he's ahead of his time. The song also speaks about the importance of counting one's blessings and standing up to haters who are only out for one's money.
Line by Line Meaning
You know what's on my mind
I am always thinking about my goals and success.
And why I'm always on the grind
I work tirelessly to achieve success and accomplish my goals.
Cuz I'm 'bout mine
I am focused on my personal success and achieving my goals.
Young Khalifa's the name
I am known as Young Khalifa in the music industry.
Plus you gonna remember one thing
I am confident that my success and skills will leave a lasting impression.
That I'm 'bout mine
I am fully committed to my own success and goals.
[??] do what you do
Other people should focus on their own success and goals.
Haters: you do what you do
Haters should continue to do what they do, while I focus on my own success.
What we do in the game
I am focused on my work in the music industry.
[??] doin a damn thing
I am fully committed to pursuing my goals and accomplishing what I set out to do.
[??] the youngest in charge
I am a young artist who is quickly establishing myself as a leader in the music industry.
Known for the hottest in rap
I am known for creating some of the best and most popular rap music.
Straight from the top of the map
I come from a city in the northern United States (Pittsburgh).
Yes, I'm a popular cat
I am well-liked and respected by many people in the music industry and beyond.
Been to the pits of The Burgh
I have experienced tough times and have struggled to achieve success.
To the left, cocked as my hat
My hat is tilted to the left, which is a personal fashion choice.
Wiz keep a spliff for the herb
I often smoke marijuana.
Niggas with knots full of stacks
I often associate with people who have a lot of money.
And I ain't talkin' to cats
I am not talking to insignificant or unimportant people.
I'm overdosin your brain
My music and lyrics are so powerful and engaging that they will leave a lasting impression on your mind and memory.
Go for the dope in this game
I am focused on creating inventive and unique music that people will love.
Broke when the flow is insane
When I am fully immersed in the creative process, I am not concerned with money or other material concerns.
I'm like the, young Shaq of rap
I am a dominant and successful artist, similar to how Shaquille O'Neal was a dominant and successful basketball player.
[??]
This line is unclear and cannot be properly interpreted.
Man, I'm controlling the game
I am a successful and influential artist who is taking the music industry by storm.
And I'm bout mine
I am fully committed to pursuing my own success and goals.
Tell you on your grind
I am encouraging other artists to also focus on their own goals and work towards success.
But it's about time
It is time for me to achieve the success that I have been working towards.
Outshine haters so the paper
I will achieve great success and financial gain despite the negative opinions of others.
Begin to mount right
My hard work will pay off and result in significant financial gain.
Bout mine
I am focused on my own success and goals and will do whatever it takes to achieve them.
Lay it down, homie you'll get out-rhymed
I am so talented at rapping that any artist who tries to compete with me will be outmatched.
On the track, or flat on your back, you'll get out-lined
I will be so successful and dominant in the music industry that no one will be able to compete with me, even when they are lying down (in defeat).
Keep the goonies with me
I often associate with people who are tough and intimidating (goonies).
Never leave the crib without mine
I always carry weapons to protect myself and my property.
And no I ain't talkin ya game
I am not referring to the music industry or entertainment world when I talk about carrying weapons and staying safe.
When I say I'm bout shines
I am referring to money and financial success when I talk about being focused on 'shines.'
I'm talkin dollars, guy
I am focused on making a lot of money and achieving financial success.
Here's what you should follow by,
I am a successful and knowledgeable artist, and others should follow my advice and example.
Young [??], dumb hat, hand a nigga bout mine [unsure about line?????]
This line is unclear and cannot be properly interpreted.
See, I'm a boss to you cats
I am a dominant and influential figure in the music industry.
And here my job is to rap
I am focused on creating great rap music.
Spittin' flame to make ya damn sho you lames fall to the back
My rap skills are so impressive and powerful that other artists will be left behind (at the back of the pack).
It's a shame I'm here now, so for your squad it's a wrap
I am so dominant and successful that other artists and their teams will not be able to compete with me.
It's the gritty-city that strong-armed onto the map
My hometown is a tough and gritty city that is becoming increasingly influential and successful in the music industry.
More than a rapper, in fact
I am not just a rapper; I am a talented and multifaceted artist.
Man, you fuckin' with the finest here
I am an excellent and impressive artist who others should be proud to work with or associate with.
The best one that's rhymin' here
I am one of the best artists in the music industry, especially when it comes to rapping.
So I guess I'm a pioneer
I am an influential and pioneering artist who is setting trends and changing the music industry.
No question, I'm fly as air
I am stylish and fashionable, and my appearance always looks good and 'fly.'
I'm high, but I'm sittin' low
I am confident and successful, but I remain humble and grounded in my success.
A blast
I am having a great time and having a lot of fun.
So if you niggas gotta ask, then your bitch'll know
If you don't know how successful and influential I am, then you are not paying attention - but everyone else already does.
Sicker flow
My rap skills are exceptional and impressive, and will impress anyone who listens.
Short change nigga
I will not accept less than what I am worth when it comes to my music and success.
You need bigga dough
You need to invest more money and resources in order to become successful in the music industry.
You recall that moment,
You remember that time,
Shit I'm a bigger picture, pro
I am an influential and important figure in the music industry, and larger than just one specific moment or event.
You niggas simply spendin chips on these pros
Other artists are wasting their time and resources on people who are not worth their investment.
I'd be right to call you a pimp
I would be justified in calling other artists 'pimps' if they are wasting their resources and investments on people who are not worth it.
Cuz your niggas is hos
Your team and other people you are investing in are not worth your time and resources - they are 'hos.'
You see me a little different
People view me in a unique and different way than other artists.
Though you [??] for these hos
This line is unclear and cannot be properly interpreted.
I had them pigeons in my crib
I have had random people in my home who were there to clean and do menial tasks.
Just washin dishes & clothes
These people were only there to do mundane and basic tasks around the house.
You know it's
You should already know,
The young wise-guy
I am a young and intelligent artist who is making smart decisions and achieving great success.
Grind with my eyes wide
I work tirelessly to achieve success and I am always aware of opportunities around me.
I [??] stop to rewind
This line is unclear and cannot be properly interpreted.
[??] ahead of my time
I am ahead of my time and making great strides in the music industry.
If you talk chores
If you talk about mundane or insignificant things,
Never let another nigga doubt yours
Ignore anyone who doubts your abilities or success and stay committed to your goals.
Life is full of lessons and them blessings,
Life is full of opportunities to learn and grow, and it is important to appreciate them.
Better count yours
You should be grateful for the blessings and opportunities in your life and appreciate them.
Watch out for the haters
Be wary of people who are negative, jealous, or unsupportive of your success.
Cuz your paper's what they out for
Haters are motivated by your success and financial gain, and will try to hold you back or sabotage you.
Be a boss,
Take charge and be a leader,
Not just another loss to account for
Don't be another failed or unsuccessful artist who is forgotten by the industry.
And the flow, shit
My rap skills are exceptional and impressive.
You know Wiz gonna split line-for-line
I am so talented that I can compete with anyone and will always come out ahead.
And this nigga get so rich
I will achieve great financial success and wealth.
Gonna hold shit
I will retain control over my own success and wealth and not let others take advantage of me.
And I keep tellin' you time-and-time
I will always be successful and will continue to remind people of this fact.
[??] and [??] focused
I will remain dedicated and focused on my own success and goals.
Movin' so quick
I am achieving success and accomplishing great things quickly and efficiently.
Slow up
Take some time to relax and enjoy my success and accomplishments.
Contributed by Connor J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
James Bryan C Quipanes
on Cameras
Love This song <3 Wiz .. PEACE
Ïss Pùmkîñ
on See You Again (feat. Charlie Puth)
great song
Kalif King
on See You Again (feat. Charlie Puth)
hmmm