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.
Dumb Shyt
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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And i'm about to spit that dumb shit
Heard-Heard you on the track
So this some shit you really wanted
Rap-Rap game fucked up
But you can't blame me get-Get me one shot
I guarantee i'm going crazy
Du-Dumb shit, dumb shit
Dumb shit (all i know is)
Dumb shit, dumb shit dumb shit, dumb shit
Dumb shit bitch, all i spit is
I'm counting papers, rolling papers
Watching time fly
California grapes, I'm breaking fine wines
Me i'm sky high, my bitch down to earth
Money in the bank, weed roller in her purse
And i ain't slacking on the job, my dawg
I been alert been getting cake, bank
Big numbers on the net, so niggas show love
And the diamonds on my neck
Should make these hoes trust
On the road, at the venue
Filled with model hoes
College shows, smoking grade A, honor roll
Bad broad, light skinned
Hood niggas, white friends
And I ain't gotta talk much as in your face
Give me brain cause she say
She got expensive taste
Let her rub my tattos, now she flying
Smoking zig-zags too
Nigga rap like crack so i'm with that
Yuh, dumb shit
Walk inside my house all you see
Is new couches and thumbprints
For instance, I got it from a distance
You work, I'm the CEO, you get assistance
John Stockton, fuck boxing
I drop the top on the Porsche Box, Rick Fox
I shoot shots, figured I was a globe trot
The way I circulize the word
Circulize, diamonds got babys little pearl
I'ma bowlin ball swirl, might be sherbert
Work wood like pervert
I leave it real specific
I'm calling you from Canada, long distance
Don't make me get resistant
I resist arrest, with piece chain at chest
Throw back Travis Vest
Hit them with the left hand
I give you a little up front then the rest
Man
10 on the re-up, white like cocaina
Married to my money so i
Didn't sign a pre-nup
Ill stay paper and I stay on some trap shit
20 racks spent and im still spending racks
Bitch
50 racks made got me laying in the shade
Time to cut the grass
Hit these snakes with the blade
Saw 'em with a half zip when
He came to my city rolled up two joints
And he blew them bitches with me
Shout out my boy RiFF RAFF
We just out here trying to get cash
Do it slow, I might spit it fast
I might speed it up like I hit the gas
It's that ill state, H Town
Pittsburgh we stay connect ask her out
I'm well respected from the ill
State way down in Texas
Shining like a neckless, driving reckless
Driving Chevys, i won't buy a name
Scratching names up off the checklist
Bout to eat these pussy ass
Rappers up for breakfast
Grab a pen and just wright some fake
Shit and make your next club hit
Me, I'm going stupid and ima bout
To spit that dumb shit dumb bitch!
In the song "Dumb Shyt" by Wiz Khalifa, the lyrics depict the rapper's confidence and braggadocio as he asserts his success and high status in the rap game. He starts by stating that he's about to come with some "dumb shit," implying that the lyrics are going to be straightforward and not overly complex. Wiz Khalifa addresses the state of hip-hop, acknowledging that it is messed up, but he isn't to blame for its current state. He asserts that if given a chance, he guarantees he will go crazy and make a significant impact.
The chorus repeats the phrase "dumb shit" multiple times, emphasizing the simplicity and unapologetic nature of his music. Wiz Khalifa takes pride in his laid-back lifestyle, counting his papers (money) and rolling papers (for smoking joints). He also mentions enjoying California grapes, a symbol of luxury and refinement. The reference to his girlfriend being down to earth while he's sky high reflects their complementary relationship. Wiz Khalifa portrays himself as a hustler, always on alert and making bank, with fans showing him love online and his jewelry attracting women's attention.
The second verse continues Wiz Khalifa's confident and boastful tone. He compares himself to a CEO, with others working under him and getting assistance. Wiz Khalifa drops references to basketball player John Stockton and actor Rick Fox, showcasing his knowledge of sports and pop culture. He metaphorically describes his lyrical ability as "circulizing" the word, referencing his talent for wordplay. The lyrics also allude to his wealth and luxurious lifestyle, with diamond jewelry and expensive cars. Wiz Khalifa's swagger is evident as he raps about resisting arrest, flaunting his chain, and making references to Travis Vest, a nostalgic throwback.
Line by Line Meaning
Hop on-Hop on up on the track
Get on the track and make a statement
And i'm about to spit that dumb shit
I'm about to rap something catchy and simple
Heard-Heard you on the track
I heard your music and recognized your presence
So this some shit you really wanted
This is the type of music you enjoy making
Rap-Rap game fucked up
The rap industry is in a state of disarray
But you can't blame me get-Get me one shot
But don't blame me, give me a chance to prove myself
I guarantee i'm going crazy
I promise to deliver an exciting performance
Dumb-Dumb shit, dumb shi dumb shit
Simplistic, catchy music
Du-Dumb shit, dumb shit
More of the same simplistic music
Dumb shit (all i know is)
This is what I specialize in
Dumb shit, dumb shit dumb shit, dumb shit
More of the same simplistic music
Dumb shit bitch, all i spit is
This is the type of music I consistently create
I'm counting papers, rolling papers
I'm focused on counting money and rolling marijuana cigarettes
Watching time fly
I'm witnessing the fast-paced nature of life
California grapes, I'm breaking fine wines
I'm indulging in expensive wine sourced from California
Me i'm sky high, my bitch down to earth
I'm incredibly high, while my partner remains grounded
Money in the bank, weed roller in her purse
I have money saved and my girlfriend carries a marijuana rolling device
And i ain't slacking on the job, my dawg
I'm not neglecting my responsibilities
I been alert been getting cake, bank
I've been attentive and making a lot of money
Big numbers on the net, so niggas show love
I have a large following online, so people support me
And the diamonds on my neck
I'm wearing expensive diamond jewelry
Should make these hoes trust
My wealth and status should make women trust and admire me
On the road, at the venue
Traveling and performing at various venues
Filled with model hoes
Accompanied by attractive women
College shows, smoking grade A, honor roll
Performing at universities while enjoying high-quality marijuana
Bad broad, light skinned
Attractive woman with a light complexion
Hood niggas, white friends
I associate with people from different backgrounds
And I ain't gotta talk much as in your face
I don't need to be excessively vocal to make an impact
Give me brain cause she say
She performs oral sex on me because she claims to have expensive taste
She got expensive taste
She has a preference for luxurious things
Let her rub my tattoos, now she flying
Allowing her to touch my tattoos elevates her mood
Smoking zig-zags too
Smoking marijuana rolled in zig-zag rolling papers
Nigga rap like crack so i'm with that
My rap style is addictive, so I embrace it
Yuh, dumb shit
Yes, I make simple music
Walk inside my house all you see
If you enter my house, all you'll notice
Is new couches and thumbprints
Are new couches and smudges left by fingers
For instance, I got it from a distance
For example, I acquired wealth through minimal effort
You work, I'm the CEO, you get assistance
You work for me, I'm the boss and you receive help
John Stockton, fuck boxing
Referring to John Stockton, a basketball player known for assists, and disregarding boxing
I drop the top on the Porsche Box, Rick Fox
I open the roof of my Porsche Boxster, emulating Rick Fox (former basketball player)
I shoot shots, figured I was a globe trot
I take shots (in music), people assumed I was a successful international traveler
The way I circulize the word
The way I spread my message
Circulize, diamonds got baby's little pearl
Spread around, my diamonds resemble a small pearl
I'ma bowling ball swirl, might be sherbert
I'm a swirling force, similar to a colorful sherbet dessert
Work wood like pervert
I handle wood (possibly referring to smoking marijuana) in a skillful manner
I leave it real specific
I focus on details and precision
I'm calling you from Canada, long distance
I'm making a phone call from Canada, indicating distance and exclusivity
Don't make me get resistant
Don't provoke me to become resistant or confrontational
I resist arrest, with piece chain at chest
I refuse to cooperate with the authorities while wearing valuable jewelry
Throw back Travis Vest
Wearing a vintage Travis Vest (clothing item)
Hit them with the left hand
Engage in physical combat with my left hand
I give you a little up front then the rest
I provide you with a small preview, followed by the full experience
10 on the re-up, white like cocaina
Purchasing drugs (cocaine) worth $10 in a white form
Married to my money so I
Devoted to my wealth, so I
Didn't sign a pre-nup
Didn't sign a prenuptial agreement (jokingly implying marriage to money)
Ill stay paper and I stay on some trap shit
I will remain focused on making money and engaging in illegal activities
20 racks spent and im still spending racks
I've spent $20,000 and I continue to spend large amounts of money
Bitch
Addressing an unspecified person with disrespect
50 racks made got me laying in the shade
I earned $50,000, allowing me to relax in a comfortable position
Time to cut the grass
It's time to eliminate those who are deceitful
Hit these snakes with the blade
Attack deceitful individuals with a knife
Saw 'em with a half zip when
Encountered them with a half ounce of drugs when
He came to my city rolled up two joints
He arrived in my city and rolled two marijuana cigarettes
And he blew them bitches with me
And he smoked those cigarettes with me
Shout out my boy RiFF RAFF
Giving recognition to RiFF RAFF, a fellow artist
We just out here trying to get cash
We are both striving to earn money
Do it slow, I might spit it fast
I can rap at varying speeds, adjusting to the situation
I might speed it up like I hit the gas
I might accelerate my rap delivery, similar to pressing the gas pedal
It's that ill state, H Town
Representing the state of Illinois and the city of Houston (H Town)
Pittsburgh we stay connect ask her out
Maintaining connections in Pittsburgh, asking someone for a favor
I'm well respected from the ill
I have a good reputation in Illinois
State way down in Texas
Even though I'm from Illinois, I'm respected in Texas as well
Shining like a necklace, driving reckless
Attracting attention like a necklace, driving carelessly
Driving Chevys, i won't buy a name
Driving Chevrolet vehicles instead of purchasing luxury brands
Scratching names up off the checklist
Removing names from my to-do list (accomplishments)
Bout to eat these pussy ass
About to destroy these weak rappers
Rappers up for breakfast
Defeating rappers easily, as if consuming them for breakfast
Grab a pen and just wright some fake
Take a pen and write fabricated lyrics
Shit and make your next club hit
Create lyrics that will result in a popular club song
Me, I'm going stupid and ima bout
I'm acting foolish, and I'm about to
To spit that dumb shit dumb bitch!
Rap simplistic and catchy music, you idiot!
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave
Written by: HORST CHRISTIAN SIMCO, VINCENT MOLINA
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Rytechis
Man, Riff Raff seriously makes me laugh out loud in almost every song. I love it. Riff Raff is so smart. If you have average intelligence you won't understand what's going on and appreciatie what Riff is really doing
Josh Freeman
I couldnt agree more bro. Dan Tony🇺🇲
OLDMAN RUDE
JodyHighRoller never lets me down i couldn't stop laughing and Wiz killed it great song
Cowboy Slimeball
You can tell riff freestyled his whole verse
Nathan Whitney
Love comedy rap! These guys are semi-kings!
Daniel Williams
dont make riff get specific
dj grande
This my jam I'm loving this riff raff wiz khalifa killed it
Leanie Moore
Ghetty you made this beat right. Dope shit man.
LikedCascade
Ghetty is dope
briancnd6
RIFF RAFF STEPPIN HIS GAME UP!!