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.
Getting Loose
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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(Van Gogh)
Yeah, yeah, shit
I'm getting loose, lil' bitch, getting loose
I don't wanna know the truth, got stars in my roof, yeah
I'm getting loose, young nigga, getting loose
I ain't going for the floof, getting head in the booth, yeah
I don't wanna know the truth, got stars in my roof, yeah
I'm getting loose, young nigga, getting loose
I ain't going for the floof, getting head in the booth, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, shit, I ain't going for the floof, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, now way, I ain't going for the floof, what?
Uh, scrapers in the city, Daytons on the '57
Chevy chrome, suspension four switcher
LS engine, bitches came with the interior
Dope pot, stir it up, fumes got her tearing up
'79 Malibu, mash down the avenue
If them niggas really wanna race, bring the bag through
Came through in the space coupe, everything new
Umbrellas in the door, galaxy in the roof
Boss in the booth, sharks after the loot
Be cool, muhfucker, ain't nobody asked you
Goin' where the money at, came back with all that
Blabber-mouth bitch gave my niggas the treasure map
We know where it's at, muhfucker, forget a plaque
For twice what you pay, homeboy, you could get it back
We could call a private plane like a taxi cab
Crib with extended driveway and a heli-pad, bitch
I'm getting loose, lil' bitch, getting loose
I don't wanna know the truth, got stars in my roof, yeah
I'm getting loose, young nigga, getting loose
I ain't going for the floof, getting head in the booth, yeah
I'm getting loose, lil' bitch, getting loose
I don't wanna know the truth, got stars in my roof, yeah
I'm getting loose, young nigga, getting loose
I ain't going for the floof, getting head in the booth, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, shit, I ain't going for the floof, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, now way, I ain't going for the floof, what?
Bars and the hook all that it took
We don't gotta ask questions, we wrote the book
This life way better than it look
You ain't gonna get to work on foot
Got these other rap niggas shook
10 years, ain't miss by a hair
You could drop shit in this whip, not a hair
Proceed with care, the set keep trees in the air
No need for VIP passes, my whole team in the clear
VS in all our pieces, try to call our phone, can't reach us
We probably out the country or rolling weed up, playing FIFA
And my cars is decent, some of 'em older, some recent
Leaving my keys in, this one for today
You gon' see a new one this weekend, on gang
I'm getting loose, lil' bitch, getting loose
I don't wanna know the truth, got stars in my roof, yeah
I'm getting loose, young nigga, getting loose
I ain't going for the floof, getting head in the booth, yeah
I'm getting loose, lil' bitch, getting loose
I don't wanna know the truth, got stars in my roof, yeah
I'm getting loose, young nigga, getting loose
I ain't going for the floof, getting head in the booth, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, shit, I ain't going for the floof, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, now way, I ain't going for the floof, what?
The song "Getting Loose" by Wiz Khalifa, Curren$y, and Problem speaks about their luxurious lifestyle and the things they do to maintain it. They are getting loose, enjoying themselves, and not worrying about the truth or consequences. The artists express their love for cars and mention driving a Malibu, Daytons on the '57 Chevy, and coming through in a space coupe with everything new. They even have umbrellas in their door and a galaxy in their roof. The artists also boast about their success and wealth, calling themselves the bosses in the booth, and going where the money's at. They enjoy getting head in the booth while making music and living life.
The lyrics of this song are indicative of the rap genre, where rappers often boast about their wealth and the luxurious lifestyle they lead. The song highlights their love for expensive cars, lavish homes, and the expensive things they indulge in, like playing FIFA while rolling weed or obtaining precious items through illegal means like treasure maps. However, it also points out their hard work and dedication to success, their fans, and the amusement they have while making music.
Line by Line Meaning
I'm getting loose, lil' bitch, getting loose
I'm relaxing and letting go, no need to be uptight and tense
I don't wanna know the truth, got stars in my roof, yeah
I'm living a lavish lifestyle and don't want to face the harsh realities of life
I'm getting loose, young nigga, getting loose
I'm young and carefree, enjoying life to the fullest
I ain't going for the floof, getting head in the booth, yeah
I'm focused on my music and getting ahead, not interested in distractions
Uh, scrapers in the city, Daytons on the '57
I have expensive cars with customized features
Chevy chrome, suspension four switcher
I have a flashy and impressive car with a unique suspension system
LS engine, bitches came with the interior
My car has a high-performance engine and attractive interior
Dope pot, stir it up, fumes got her tearing up
I'm smoking potent marijuana and it's affecting those around me
'79 Malibu, mash down the avenue
I have another expensive car that I like to show off by speeding down the road
If them niggas really wanna race, bring the bag through
I'm not afraid to bet on my car and race against others for money
We could call a private plane like a taxi cab
I have the money to easily book a private plane for transportation
Bars and the hook all that it took
My song only needed catchy lyrics and a good chorus to be successful
We don't gotta ask questions, we wrote the book
We're experienced and confident in the music industry, we don't need advice or guidance
This life way better than it look
My life is luxurious and enjoyable despite any negative perceptions
You ain't gonna get to work on foot
I have the money and means to avoid walking or taking public transportation
Got these other rap niggas shook
Other rappers are intimidated by my success and talent
Leaving my keys in, this one for today
I have multiple expensive cars and I'm using one for today, leaving the others at home
You gon' see a new one this weekend, on gang
I'm planning on showing off a new car this upcoming weekend
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cameron Jibril Thomaz, James Xavier Green, Jason Martin, Shante Franklin
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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TRADUÇÃO DA MUSICA
[Problema]
Sim, ooh
Van Gogh
Sim merda
Estou ficando solta, babaca, ficando solta
Eu não quero saber a verdade, tenho estrelas no meu teto, sim
Estou me soltando, jovem negro, me soltando
Eu não estou indo para o floof, ficando de cabeça no estande, sim
Estou ficando solta, babaca, ficando solta
Eu não quero saber a verdade, tenho estrelas no meu teto, sim
Estou me soltando, jovem negro, me soltando
Eu não estou indo para o floof, ficando de cabeça no estande, sim
Sim, sim, sim, sim, merda, eu não estou indo para o floof, sim
Sim, sim, sim, sim, agora, eu não estou indo para o floof, o que?
[Curren $ y]
Scrapers na cidade, Daytons no 57
Chevy cromo, quatro alternador de suspensão
Motor LS, cadelas veio com o interior
Pote de drogas, mexa, vapores a levaram a rasgar
'79 Malibu, amassado pela avenida
Se os manos realmente querem correr, traga a bolsa
Veio no cupê de espaço, tudo novo
Guarda-chuvas na porta, galáxia no telhado
Chefe no estande, tubarões após o saque
Seja legal, muhfucker, ninguém te perguntou
Indo para onde o dinheiro chegou, voltou com tudo isso
A vadia da boca-de-fenda deu aos meus manos o mapa do tesouro
Nós sabemos onde está, muhfucker, esqueça uma placa
Por duas vezes o que você paga, homeboy, você pode recuperá-lo
Nós poderíamos chamar um avião particular como um táxi
Berço com entrada estendida e heliponto, cadela
[Problema]
Estou ficando solta, babaca, ficando solta
Eu não quero saber a verdade, tenho estrelas no meu teto, sim
Estou me soltando, jovem negro, me soltando
Eu não estou indo para o floof, ficando de cabeça no estande, sim
Estou ficando solta, babaca, ficando solta
Eu não quero saber a verdade, tenho estrelas no meu teto, sim
Estou me soltando, jovem negro, me soltando
Eu não estou indo para o floof, ficando de cabeça no estande, sim
Sim, sim, sim, sim, merda, eu não estou indo para o floof, sim
Sim, sim, sim, sim, agora, eu não estou indo para o floof, o que?
[Wiz Khalifa]
Barras no gancho tudo o que levou
Nós não temos que fazer perguntas, nós escrevemos o livro
Esta vida é muito melhor do que parece
Você não vai conseguir trabalhar a pé
Tem esses outros negros rap abalaram
10 anos, não é falta de um cabelo
Você poderia cair merda neste chicote, não um cabelo
Prossiga com cuidado, o conjunto mantém as árvores no ar
Não há necessidade de passes VIP, toda a minha equipe no claro
VS em todas as nossas peças, tente ligar para o nosso telefone, não pode nos alcançar
Nós provavelmente saímos do país ou jogamos maconha, jogando FIFA
E meus carros são decentes, alguns deles mais antigos, alguns recentes
Deixando minhas chaves, esta para hoje
Você vai ver um novo neste fim de semana, na gangue
[Problema]
Estou ficando solta, babaca, ficando solta
Eu não quero saber a verdade, tenho estrelas no meu teto, sim
Estou me soltando, jovem negro, me soltando
Eu não estou indo para o floof, ficando de cabeça no estande, sim
Estou ficando solta, babaca, ficando solta
Eu não quero saber a verdade, tenho estrelas no meu teto, sim
Estou me soltando, jovem negro, me soltando
Eu não estou indo para o floof, ficando de cabeça no estande, sim
Sim, sim, sim, sim, merda, eu não estou indo para o floof, sim
Sim, sim, sim, sim, agora, eu não estou indo para o floof, o que?
@futurehype
this flow is so clean 🔥
@SandraDavis7
Absolutely cannot get enough of this song..
In the realm of A u t h e n t i c views , Wiz Khalifa shines brilliantly, embodying the authentic cradle of talent that echoes through culture. This genuine sphere, where artists, mirroring Wiz Khalifa, ride transformative waves to musical stardom, remains a pivotal force in today's dynamic music scene.
@Youtoobing101
CURREN$Y KILLED IT!!! 🤘🏼 dude has some serious flow
@travisashley1594
bro ran on the track, turbos sppooling, flames spitting
@colej6108
Bro was vibing like a mf all video too🤣🤣🔥
@josthinrodriguez5020
GET LOOSEE
@Thesiouxvillain
I hope Curren$y and Wiz do future projects, them together making music has been nothing but straight fire. 🔥
@labdiel59
Always
@nickclark18
Yeah, and they didn't use that authentic views mumbo jumbo either. Didn't need it
@DtothekProductions
Very strong and motivating vibe with this one. Especially if you followed young wiz from early days. We saw him make that journey since before black n yellow broke him out to these days and he has kept his priorities on point.