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 βthe skills, the looks, the confidence, the drive, and the charisma for the job.β The New Pittsburgh Courier says, βThe 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.
Homework
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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I just wanna know (I just wanna know)
Why you left me in the cold (why you left me in the cold)
Now you're blowin' up my phone (now you're blowin' up my phone)
Only when I get that check, you wanna call me
Every other night, you go out poppin' molly
People think you're nice, but girl your really naughty
I hit send, I had to tell him you're a thotty
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
Uh, got all the papers rolled
Used to be Backwoods, now it's cones
Fuck a DM, I'm slidin' through your home
You sendin' them pics to my phone
You like that I'm well known
But still be hella low
On point, your friends ain't gotta know
Don't go tellin' 'em 'bout my stroke
She might want to find out
Ain't nothin' new, this happens all the time
Pressure break pipes, hit me late night
Ain't the gang, it ain't right, yeah
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
Finally free, high off the tree
Nigga had her locked down, she was under siege
Wanna be flyin' places and smokin' in peace
Owner of the team, wear my own machine
They ain't comin' close, that's why you puttin' on your clothes
And rushin' out the door when it's over
Nowhere near sober, nigga say he need closure
I just throw another pound your way and hope
Next time I see you, you know how to roll
Gang or ain't nothing at all
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
I was born to ball
It's gang or nothin' at all
Got your bitch tryna FaceTime the call
The song Homework by Wiz Khalifa feat. THEMXXNLIGHT is a reflection on a broken relationship where the singer is voicing his frustration and hurt. The opening lines βI been in my zone, I just wanna know, why you left me in the cold, now you're blowin' up my phoneβ sets the tone for the rest of the song. The singer feels left out, left behind, and abandoned by his ex, who only reaches out to him when she needs something from him. The decision to let go of the relationship is evident in the line βYou'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of thatβ, where the singer rejects the possibility of ever being committed to her again.
The disdain for the exβs behavior is evident in the lines βPeople think you're nice, but girl, you're really naughty, I had to tell him you're a thottyβ. The singer seems to have been hurt enough to disclose the exβs true nature to friends. The chorus emphasizes the singerβs confidence when it comes to his future love life where he expects to βget double thatβ, implying more significant gains than before.
In conclusion, Homework is a song about a failed relationship that stands as a warning to future lovers not to treat people poorly, and no matter how much the ex tries to reconnect, there is no going back.
Line by Line Meaning
I been in my zone (I been in my zone)
I have been very focused lately.
I just wanna know (I just wanna know)
I am curious about something and want to find out.
Why you left me in the cold (why you left me in the cold)
I am wondering why you abandoned me when I needed you.
Now you're blowin' up my phone (now you're blowin' up my phone)
You are calling me constantly now that you want something from me.
Only when I get that check, you wanna call me
You only seem to be interested in me when there is money involved.
Every other night, you go out poppin' molly
You party and use drugs frequently.
People think you're nice, but girl your really naughty
You have a reputation for being well-liked, but your behavior suggests otherwise.
I hit send, I had to tell him you're a thotty
I messaged someone to inform them that you are promiscuous.
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
I am not interested in marrying you or having a serious relationship with you.
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
I am confident in my abilities and believe that I will succeed.
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
My aim is very accurate and I often succeed.
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
I thought I had dismissed you, but it turns out you were not the one I wanted in the first place.
Uh, got all the papers rolled
I have all of my cannabis supplies prepared.
Used to be Backwoods, now it's cones
I used to smoke traditional cigars, but now I prefer cones.
Fuck a DM, I'm slidin' through your home
I am going to come over to your house instead of communicating through direct messages.
You sendin' them pics to my phone
You are sending me sexually suggestive photos via text message.
You like that I'm well known
You are attracted to my celebrity status.
But still be hella low
Despite your attraction to me, you keep our relationship a secret.
On point, your friends ain't gotta know
I am being discreet and won't tell anyone about us.
Don't go tellin' 'em 'bout my stroke
Do not go telling anyone about my sexual prowess.
She might want to find out
You might want to experience it for yourself.
Ain't nothin' new, this happens all the time
This kind of thing is nothing new.
Pressure break pipes, hit me late night
Intense stress and pressure can cause people to breakdown; I typically feel it more at night.
Ain't the gang, it ain't right, yeah
This situation is not acceptable for my group of close friends.
Finally free, high off the tree
I am finally free to do what I want, and I am enjoying using cannabis right now.
Nigga had her locked down, she was under siege
Another man had her in a committed relationship and she was not available.
Wanna be flyin' places and smokin' in peace
I want to travel and enjoy my cannabis without any interruptions.
Owner of the team, wear my own machine
I am successful and financially stable, and I can afford to have my own luxuries.
They ain't comin' close, that's why you puttin' on your clothes
Other people cannot compare to me, which is why you are getting dressed so quickly after our time together.
And rushin' out the door when it's over
You leave quickly when our time together is done.
Nowhere near sober, nigga say he need closure
I am not sober and someone else is asking for closure in a relationship.
I just throw another pound your way and hope
I give you more cannabis and hope that you will return to me in the future.
Next time I see you, you know how to roll
I am hoping you will have improved your cannabis rolling skills by next time we see each other.
Gang or ain't nothing at all
I am loyal to my group of friends, and if you are not part of that group, I am not interested in you.
I was born to ball
I was born to play basketball and succeed in life in general.
Got your bitch tryna FaceTime the call
Someone is attempting to call me via FaceTime using your phone.
Lyrics Β© Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Akash Chandani, Cameron Jibril Thomaz, Edward Rameer Murray, Krish Chandani
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
EspantapΓ‘jaros
He estado en mi zona (he estado en mi zona)
I been in my zone (I been in my zone)
Solo quiero saber (solo quiero saber)
I just wanna know (I just wanna know)
Por quΓ© me dejaste en el frΓo (por quΓ© me dejaste en el frΓo)
Why you left me in the cold (why you left me in the cold)
Ahora estΓ‘s explotando mi telΓ©fono (ahora estΓ‘s explotando mi telΓ©fono)
Now you're blowin' up my phone (now you're blowin' up my phone)
Solo cuando reciba ese cheque, me quieres llamar
Only when I get that check, you wanna call me
Cada dos noches, sales a poppin 'Molly
Every other night, you go out poppin' molly
La gente piensa que eres agradable, pero chica eres realmente traviesa
People think you're nice, but girl your really naughty
PresionΓ© enviar, tenΓa que decirle que eres un tonto
I hit send, I had to tell him you're a thotty
Nunca serΓ‘s mi esposa, no yo, no quiero nada de eso
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
Cuando tire los dados, verΓ‘s, obtengo el doble
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Cada vez que disparo, soy como DeRozan, entra
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
PensΓ© que me caguΓ© contigo, pero chica, no fuiste elegida
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
Nunca serΓ‘s mi esposa, no yo, no quiero nada de eso
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
Cuando tire los dados, verΓ‘s, obtengo el doble
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Cada vez que disparo, soy como DeRozan, entra
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
PensΓ© que me caguΓ© contigo, pero chica, no fuiste elegida
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
Uh, tengo todos los papeles enrollados
Uh, got all the papers rolled
SolΓan ser Backwoods, ahora son conos
Used to be Backwoods, now it's cones
Al diablo con un DM, me estoy deslizando por tu casa
Fuck a DM, I'm slidin' through your home
Les envΓas fotos a mi telΓ©fono
You sendin' them pics to my phone
Te gusta que soy bien conocido
You like that I'm well known
Pero sigue siendo muy bajo
But still be hella low
En el punto, tus amigos no deben saber
On point, your friends ain't gotta know
No vayas a contarles sobre mi accidente cerebrovascular
Don't go tellin' 'em 'bout my stroke
Ella puede querer averiguar
She might want to find out
No es nada nuevo, esto pasa todo el tiempo
Ain't nothin' new, this happens all the time
PresiΓ³n romper tuberΓas, golpearme tarde en la noche
Pressure break pipes, hit me late night
No es la pandilla, no estΓ‘ bien, sΓ
Ain't the gang, it ain't right, yeah
Nunca serΓ‘s mi esposa, no yo, no quiero nada de eso
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
Cuando tire los dados, verΓ‘s, obtengo el doble
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Cada vez que disparo, soy como DeRozan, entra
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
PensΓ© que me caguΓ© contigo, pero chica, no fuiste elegida
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
Nunca serΓ‘s mi esposa, no yo, no quiero nada de eso
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
Cuando tire los dados, verΓ‘s, obtengo el doble
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Cada vez que disparo, soy como DeRozan, entra
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
PensΓ© que me caguΓ© contigo, pero chica, no fuiste elegida
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
Finalmente libre, alto del Γ‘rbol
Finally free, high off the tree
Nigga la tenΓa encerrada, estaba sitiada
Nigga had her locked down, she was under siege
Quiero volar a lugares y fumar en paz
Wanna be flyin' places and smokin' in peace
DueΓ±o del equipo, uso mi propia mΓ‘quina
Owner of the team, wear my own machine
Ellos no se acercan, es por eso que te pones la ropa
They ain't comin' close, that's why you puttin' on your clothes
Y corriendo por la puerta cuando se acabe
And rushin' out the door when it's over
Ni cerca de estar sobrio, nigga dice que necesita un cierre
Nowhere near sober, nigga say he need closure
Solo tiro otra libra en tu camino y espero
I just throw another pound your way and hope
La prΓ³xima vez que te vea, sabes rodar
Next time I see you, you know how to roll
Pandilla o no es nada en absoluto
Gang or ain't nothing at all
Nunca serΓ‘s mi esposa, no yo, no quiero nada de eso
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
Cuando tire los dados, verΓ‘s, obtengo el doble
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Cada vez que disparo, soy como DeRozan, entra
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
PensΓ© que me caguΓ© contigo, pero chica, no fuiste elegida
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
Nunca serΓ‘s mi esposa, no yo, no quiero nada de eso
You'll never be my wife, not me, I want none of that
Cuando tire los dados, verΓ‘s, obtengo el doble
When I roll the dice, you'll see, I get double that
Cada vez que disparo, soy como DeRozan, entra
Every time I shoot, I'm like DeRozan, it goes in
PensΓ© que me caguΓ© contigo, pero chica, no fuiste elegida
Thought I took a shit on you, but girl, you were not chosen
NacΓ para la pelota
I was born to ball
Es pandilla o nada en absoluto
It's gang or nothin' at all
Tienes a tu perra tratando de hacer FaceTime la llamada
Got your bitch tryna FaceTime the call
TWIZZ THE WHIZ KID
This joint is most definitely one of the more slept on songs off of this project.
THEMXXNLIGHT
Agreed
TWIZZ THE WHIZ KID
@THEMXXNLIGHT Yooo!!! Salute my G's! πππ―
BigGlizz31
This whole album is a vibe love it love love it #RP2
HellaWavyRaf X
This whole album was too good bro, wiz showed us a side of him through some of the songs, much respect man !! Keep goin hard!
SwiftGalaxy34
Underrated song on this albumπ₯
sk8erace1we
*the most underrated wiz song
Cameron Morris
One of my favorite wiz songs of all time tbh.
BM2 _
Hip hop is gonna change in such a good way. The way I see it rap will never die
Valentin Bratu
That aged quite in the wrong way π