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.
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Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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Who say we got enough time?
Don't let it pass you by
I'm just here for a good time, baby not a long time
I don't wanna make you mine
Who say we got enough time?
Don't let it pass you by
I don't wanna make you mine (okay)
Lotta ass on you, I could see it from the front
Niggas down to pay for it, so you get just what you want
Make 'em fly you out to games, make 'em take you out to lunch
If the nigga don't pay, he can look but don't touch
You be textin' all the time, like you miss me so much
I ain't seen you in a minute, think it's time to pay up
Say you don't get off 'til four a.M., I stay up
I ain't waitin' for that pussy, bitch that purse gettin' took
Who say we got enough time?
Don't let it pass you by
I'm just here for a good time, baby not a long time
I don't wanna make you mine
Who say we got enough time?
Don't let it pass you by
I'm just here for a good time, baby not a long time
I don't wanna make you mine
It's been a little minute since you been up at the crib
And you need a nigga help, say you tryna get some bread
If you talkin' to a nigga, I'ma tell you how it is
If you suck a nigga dick, you might as well get rich
Might as well make a nigga pay for it when he click
Might as well get us both paid and bring another dip
Four, five bitches in the section, you don't trip
'Cause they all gotta pay breakin' bitches for they tips
Who say we got enough time?
Don't let it pass you by
I'm just here for a good time, baby not a long time
I don't wanna make you mine
Who say we got enough time?
Don't let it pass you by
I'm just here for a good time, baby not a long time
I don't wanna make you mine
In these lyrics, Wiz Khalifa is expressing a mindset of living in the present and not worrying about the future. He emphasizes the idea of enjoying life and having a good time without getting too attached to someone or something for a long time.
The chorus, "Who say we got enough time? Don't let it pass you by. I'm just here for a good time, baby not a long time. I don't wanna make you mine," underscores the idea of seizing the moment and not wasting time. Wiz Khalifa wants to cherish the present and not focus on making a long-term commitment or relationship. He wants to enjoy himself without getting emotionally attached to someone.
In the second verse, Wiz Khalifa talks about a woman who is attractive and knows her worth. He acknowledges that men are willing to pay for her attention and desires, whether it's flying her out to games or taking her out for meals. However, Wiz Khalifa also points out that she shouldn't give her time and attention away for free. Her time and affection have value, so she should set boundaries and make sure men respect that.
In the third verse, Wiz Khalifa references a woman who comes to him seeking help, possibly financial assistance. He advises her to use her assets and abilities to her advantage. He suggests that if she engages in sexual activities, she should make sure she benefits financially from it. Wiz Khalifa encourages her to demand payment for her services and not settle for less.
Overall, these lyrics convey a mindset of living in the present, having a good time, and not letting opportunities pass by. Wiz Khalifa encourages people to value themselves and their time, ensuring they get what they deserve in different aspects of life. These verses also touch upon themes of self-awareness, empowerment, and financial independence.
Line by Line Meaning
Who say we got enough time?
Who says we have sufficient time?
Don't let it pass you by
Do not let time slip away
I'm just here for a good time, baby not a long time
I am only interested in enjoying the present moment, not looking for a long-term commitment
I don't wanna make you mine
I do not want to establish a possessive relationship with you
Lotta ass on you, I could see it from the front
You have a noticeable curvy figure that is easily visible
Niggas down to pay for it, so you get just what you want
Men are willing to spend money on you to fulfill your desires
Make 'em fly you out to games, make 'em take you out to lunch
Make them pay for your travel and treat you to meals
If the nigga don't pay, he can look but don't touch
If the guy doesn't pay, he can admire but cannot touch
You be textin' all the time, like you miss me so much
You constantly text me, as if you miss me immensely
I ain't seen you in a minute, think it's time to pay up
I haven't seen you in a while, and I believe it's time for you to compensate for it
Say you don't get off 'til four a.M., I stay up
You claim to work until 4 a.m., but I will stay awake for you
I ain't waitin' for that pussy, bitch that purse gettin' took
I am not waiting for intimacy, I am more interested in obtaining financial benefits from you
It's been a little minute since you been up at the crib
It has been a short while since you last visited my home
And you need a nigga help, say you tryna get some bread
You require a man's assistance because you are attempting to make money
If you talkin' to a nigga, I'ma tell you how it is
If you are engaging with a guy, I will inform you of the truth
If you suck a nigga dick, you might as well get rich
If you provide oral sex to a man, you may as well receive financial benefits
Might as well make a nigga pay for it when he click
You might as well make the guy pay for it when he initiates the encounter
Might as well get us both paid and bring another dip
We might as well both earn money and involve another attractive person
Four, five bitches in the section, you don't trip
There are four or five women in the area, but you should not be concerned
'Cause they all gotta pay breakin' bitches for they tips
Since all of them need to pay, we profit from their generosity
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cameron Jibril Thomaz, Young Deji
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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