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.
Figure It Out
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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Yeah
It's all about a dollar man
Don't let nobody else tell you anything otherwise
Unless it's me
Uh
Leave my iPhone cracked if I take a loss
Learn to let the money stack, homies turn to rats
When you deal with certain cats, they deserve the facts
Stay in constant meditation, always burning pack
Wipe them ashes off my lap, you ain't part of my set
It's harder to maintain than it is to get
That's why you hold on to it and don't ever forget
That you did good with less, just gotta deal with the stress
It's part of the game
Sometimes things ain't gon' work out
How you think you want it to go
Sometimes you gotta keep going
When you think you can't no more
Sometimes you can't depend on
Who you think you can no more
Sometimes you gotta try (gotta try)
Gotta try and figure it out
Knowing your worth is half the battle
Keep fuck niggas out of your circle
Yeah they gon' try to hurt you
See you focusing, they try to divert you
Being fake ain't rare, it's universal
That's why I'll never work with you
Family first, till I'm in the dirt
How these niggas bosses but they needing work
That's exactly why I don't believe 'em
Goals, set 'em, achieve 'em
Joints smoke 'em and leave 'em
Ten toes, no matter the season
Hot tub with my feet in
Living comfortably cheesing
Sometimes things ain't gon' work out
How you think you want it to go
Sometimes you gotta keep going
When you think you can't no more
Sometimes you can't depend on
Who you think you can no more
Sometimes you gotta try (gotta try)
Gotta try and figure it out
You know what playboy?
They always gonna wonder why
You gotta have a brand new car
Or why you gotta have the flyest watch
But you know what playboy?
You just gotta keep doing you
'Cause ain't nobody do you better than you
You look good doing it too, playboy
And you know what else?
Them haters, they just gon' keep hating man
And when you on top, people always gon' want your spot
But you know what playboy?
It's up to you whether you give it to them or not
You keep that in mind playboy
In "Figure It Out," Wiz Khalifa reflects on the challenges and triumphs of navigating through life and maintaining success in the face of adversity. The song emphasizes the importance of resilience, self-belief, and staying true to oneself.
The opening lines suggest a sense of determination and resilience, as Wiz Khalifa mentions that even if he faces setbacks (represented by his cracked iPhone), he knows he will bounce back and reclaim what is his. He emphasizes the need to keep hustling and stacking money, staying vigilant against disloyal friends who may betray him when dealing with certain individuals.
The chorus reinforces the idea that things may not always work out as planned, but one must continue pushing forward. It highlights the need to overcome obstacles and not rely on others who may let you down. In times of uncertainty, it is essential to persevere and find a way to figure it out.
The second verse stresses the importance of recognizing one's worth and surrounding oneself with the right people. Wiz Khalifa advocates for keeping fake individuals at a distance, remaining focused on personal goals, and maintaining loyalty to family. He critiques those who claim to be bosses but require assistance themselves, suggesting that their words hold little credibility. He encourages setting and achieving goals, enjoying life's pleasures, and staying true to oneself, regardless of the circumstances.
Overall, "Figure It Out" is a motivational song that promotes perseverance, self-belief, and maintaining authenticity in the face of challenges and external pressures. It urges listeners to keep pushing forward, trust themselves, and navigate through life's obstacles with determination and confidence.
Line by Line Meaning
Leave my iPhone cracked if I take a loss
I won't let a setback bring me down, I'll bounce back stronger
Know I'm gon' get it back, I'm always on attack
I'm confident in my ability to recover and always stay focused on my goals
Learn to let the money stack, homies turn to rats
I prioritize saving money and watch out for disloyal friends who might betray me for personal gain
When you deal with certain cats, they deserve the facts
When interacting with specific individuals, it's important to be honest and straightforward with them
Stay in constant meditation, always burning pack
I maintain a state of mental clarity and focus by frequently engaging in meditation, while also smoking weed
Wipe them ashes off my lap, you ain't part of my set
I remove any negative influences from my life and distance myself from those who don't share my values
It's harder to maintain than it is to get
Maintaining success and stability is more challenging than initially achieving it
That's why you hold on to it and don't ever forget
It's crucial to hold onto success and never forget the hard work it took to attain it
That you did good with less, just gotta deal with the stress
Recognize that you achieved success with limited resources and you must handle the accompanying stress
Sometimes things ain't gon' work out
Occasionally, circumstances won't go as planned
How you think you want it to go
Contrary to your desired outcome
Sometimes you gotta keep going
Nevertheless, you must persevere
When you think you can't no more
Even when you believe you're at your limit
Sometimes you can't depend on
At times, you can no longer rely on
Who you think you can no more
Individuals whom you previously trusted
Sometimes you gotta try (gotta try)
In certain situations, you must make an effort
Gotta try and figure it out
To find a solution or answer
Knowing your worth is half the battle
Understanding your value is a significant aspect of achieving success
Keep fuck niggas out of your circle
Avoid having untrustworthy people in your close circle
Yeah they gon' try to hurt you
Such individuals will attempt to harm you
See you focusing, they try to divert you
When they see you dedicated and focused, they'll try to distract you
Being fake ain't rare, it's universal
Deception is common and prevalent, not limited to a specific group
That's why I'll never work with you
That's why I won't collaborate or associate with insincere individuals
Family first, till I'm in the dirt
Prioritizing my family's well-being and support until my last days
How these niggas bosses but they needing work
It's ironic how some individuals appear to be in charge but still rely on others for employment
That's exactly why I don't believe 'em
This is precisely why I don't trust them
Goals, set 'em, achieve 'em
I establish goals and then work towards accomplishing them
Joints smoke 'em and leave 'em
I smoke marijuana joints and then move on
Ten toes, no matter the season
I remain committed and dedicated, regardless of the circumstances
Hot tub with my feet in
I relax and enjoy life, even in luxurious circumstances
Living comfortably cheesing
I'm content and happy, enjoying a comfortable lifestyle
You know what playboy?
You know what? My friend
They always gonna wonder why
Those people will always be curious about
You gotta have a brand new car
Why you insist on owning a new car
Or why you gotta have the flyest watch
Or why you desire to possess the most fashionable watch
But you know what playboy?
But let me tell you something, my friend
You just gotta keep doing you
You simply need to continue being yourself
'Cause ain't nobody do you better than you
Because no one can be better at being you than yourself
You look good doing it too, playboy
And you also appear admirable while doing so, my friend
And you know what else?
And you know what? Additionally,
Them haters, they just gon' keep hating man
Those who harbor jealousy and resentment will continue indulging in those negative emotions
And when you on top, people always gon' want your spot
Furthermore, when you're successful, others will always desire to take your position
But you know what playboy?
But let me tell you, my friend
It's up to you whether you give it to them or not
It's your decision whether you let them have it or not
You keep that in mind playboy
Remember that, my friend
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Sledgren, Cookin Soul, Cameron Jibril Thomaz
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Brandon Butch
Inspirational Wiz is the best Wiz 🔥💯
House of Matrix
Hell Yeah
Boatzendhoez
Highhh 😌
Logan Reynolds
One of my favorite songs tbh
- Bruh
Nobody will ever know how much this song helps cope with my depression.
"Sometimes you gotta try to figure it out.."
Chris Belfry
Much love family 👏💕
Kernius Tumelis
Truly one of the best Wiz Khalifa songs... Motivates me whenever I'm feeling down. No matter what you're going through, you will figure it out! PEACE MY DEAR PEOPLE
P.S.
Those 198 people that disliked this song clearly didn't figure it out :D
Chris Jefferson
Still hits 4 years later
LAMELO VISION
THIS IS THE VIBE WE ALL WANT TO HEAR!! THE WORLD WANTS TO HEAR!!!
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