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.
House Party
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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I probably live the life that you wish you could everyday
You probably think I had it good, had it made
But nigg' I'm from the 'Burg I was in the hood everyday
But now I'm hopping off of Jets
These people cutting me checks
And I say people cause I'm rich
This come from Atrium, he's from Collette
These diamonds I got on, they are baguettes
On DBS so all of 'em see me, used to be just be that dude on the net
Now I'm all on your TV, butler and ask what I wanna get, Bentley or Lamborghini?
Just came home and made 200 grand blew it all in Waikiki
Just came home and made 200 grand blew it all on Luigi
Smoking on 8 ounces told myself ain't often that sleepy
Realest nigga out, it ain't hard to believe me
That's why all the people that you know try their hardest to be me
Cause nigga I smoke good everyday
I probably live the life that you wish you could everyday
You probably think I had it good got it made
But nigg' I'm from the 'Burg now roll up the herb
Welcome to my house party (party)
Welcome to my house party (party)
Welcome to my house party (party)
Welcome to my house party (party)
In the first verse, Wiz Khalifa asserts his lifestyle of smoking high-quality marijuana every day. He believes that he lives a life that others wish they could have, indicating that he has achieved success and enjoys the freedom that comes with it. People might perceive him as having had an easy and privileged life, but he clarifies that he comes from a neighborhood called the 'Burg where he was surrounded by the realities of urban life every day.
Moving on, Wiz describes his current status as someone who can afford luxury travel. He frequently travels by private jets, and as a result, he is now receiving financial compensation and being endorsed for his endeavors. This newfound wealth and success have earned him the respect and recognition from people who are also in the upper echelons of society. He mentions Atrium and Collette as examples, possibly referring to high-end fashion retailers where he is now able to afford expensive items such as diamond jewelry. Wiz reflects on his transition from being a regular person on the internet to appearing on television. Such fame allows him to have the freedom to choose between luxury cars like Bentley or Lamborghini. Recently, he returned home and made a substantial amount of money, $200,000, which he confesses to spending on a lavish trip to Waikiki and on luxury items from a brand called Luigi. Despite his extravagant lifestyle, Wiz is still productive, claiming that he smokes eight ounces of marijuana and rarely feels tired or sleepy.
In the chorus, Wiz acknowledges that he is aware of his own authenticity, referring to himself as the "realest nigga out." He believes that his genuine personality is easily recognizable, which is why people around him are constantly attempting to emulate his demeanor and success. Through his actions and lifestyle, he asserts that he lives his life to the fullest and enjoys the freedom of smoking high-quality marijuana daily. The repeated lines in the chorus emphasize that he is welcoming others to experience the essence of his lifestyle through his metaphorical "house party," where he embodies his individuality and success.
Line by Line Meaning
Nigga I smoke good everyday
I consistently smoke high-quality cannabis every day
I probably live the life that you wish you could everyday
I most likely experience the lifestyle that you desire on a daily basis
You probably think I had it good, had it made
You possibly assume that I had a fortunate and successful life
But nigg' I'm from the 'Burg I was in the hood everyday
However, I originated from a neighborhood called the 'Burg where I was present in the streets every day
But now I'm hopping off of Jets
But currently, I travel on private jets
These people cutting me checks
These individuals are paying me large sums of money
And I say people cause I'm rich
I refer to them as people because I am wealthy
And rich people show me respect (Show me respect)
Wealthy individuals treat me with admiration and honor
This come from Atrium, he's from Collette
The credibility I have now is earned, originated from Atrium, who is from the Collette neighborhood
These diamonds I got on, they are baguettes
The diamonds I am currently wearing are in the shape of baguettes
On DBS so all of 'em see me, used to be just be that dude on the net
I appear on a popular television show, creating visibility for me, whereas previously, I was only known as a person on the internet
Now I'm all on your TV, butler and ask what I wanna get, Bentley or Lamborghini?
Now, I am frequently seen on your television and can request from my butler whether I should acquire a Bentley or Lamborghini
Just came home and made 200 grand blew it all in Waikiki
Recently, upon returning home I earned $200,000 and immediately spent it all in the Waikiki area
Just came home and made 200 grand blew it all on Luigi
Just returned home and generated $200,000 which I utilized entirely on expensive clothing from the Luigi brand
Smoking on 8 ounces told myself ain't often that sleepy
Engaging in the consumption of 8 ounces of cannabis, realizing that it rarely makes me feel sleepy
Realest nigga out, it ain't hard to believe me
I am the most authentic individual you'll encounter, and it is not difficult to trust my words
That's why all the people that you know try their hardest to be me
That's precisely why everyone you know strives relentlessly to imitate and emulate my lifestyle
Cause nigga I smoke good everyday
Because, my friend, I consistently enjoy high-quality marijuana each day
I probably live the life that you wish you could everyday
I most likely experience the lifestyle that you desire on a daily basis
You probably think I had it good got it made
You possibly assume that I had a fortunate and successful life
But nigg' I'm from the 'Burg now roll up the herb
However, my friend, I come from the 'Burg and now let's prepare and smoke marijuana
Welcome to my house party (party)
You are warmly invited to join and partake in my lively house party celebration
Welcome to my house party (party)
You are joyfully welcomed to attend my exciting house party gathering
Welcome to my house party (party)
Feel free to join and experience the enjoyment of my house party event
Welcome to my house party (party)
Embrace the warm invitation to engage in the festivities of my house party
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Cameron Thomaz
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Connor Rosenberg
goes so damn hard! wish it was longer. everytime after the house party part, i try to go with the beat again. so dope TGOD
William Schoonover
i feel like this is playing when i walk into any party, even if the songs not playing
bmxkid1496
i wish there was more to this wiz went so hard!
Maximilian Lally
he snapped on this beat so hard..wish it was longer
Aero Affection Kylo
This shit go hard
rishi
wizzz fucking killled this shittt
Andres Rodriguez
i wish he made a longer version of this hit. it goes hard af
Ron Burgundy
once again... wiz kills it
Og maco Sheesh
Wow wiz needs to make all his songs like this
Aaron Brewer
This is the Wiz I love listening to. I knew he had some good shit coming out. Welcome back Khalifa