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.
No Apologies.
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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I do what I want, and JoJo does too, uh
Saw it in your eyes, when you said goodbye
You didn't even try, so this time I don't care
And honestly I was just about to pick up the phone
And then I realized that I didn't do nothing wrong
Usually I'd go on and take the blame but not this time, not this time
What you want from me?
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it
No apologies
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it
I'm not perfect, I got pride
That's not what it is this time
So no apologies
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it
If I, if I, if I really meant it
I can't help that you, feel the way you do
Try not to get confused, 'cause this time I don't care
And honestly I was just about to pick up the phone
And then I realized that I didn't do nothing wrong
Didn't do nothing wrong, ayy
What you want from me?
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it
No apologies
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it
I'm not perfect, I got pride
That's not what it is this time
So no apologies
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it
Okay, uh, no apologizing
Ain't no way to take the things you did back or disguise it
Always wonder what I'm doing but that's TMI
Don't know what you got until it's gone, now you realize it
When I wasn't playing smart now I'm being wise
Finally I'm moving on and I don't need your lies
And it wasn't even tough 'cause I can see the signs
Now you're stuck, call an Uber up if you need a ride
What you want from me?
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it (I don't mean it baby)
No apologies
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it (I know)
I'm not perfect, I got pride
That's not what it is this time
So no apologies
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it
What you want from me? (I'm not sorry)
No apologies (Not saying it)
I'm not perfect, I got pride
That's not what it is this time
So no apologies
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it
(I would have said sorry a long time ago)
If I, if I, if I really meant it
In the song "No Apologies" by Wiz Khalifa, the lyrics convey a sense of self-assuredness and refusal to apologize for one's actions. The song reflects a situation where the singer is being accused of something they believe they did not do, and they stand firm in their conviction.
The opening lines, "I ain't apologizing for sh / I do what I want, and JoJo does too," display the singer's assertiveness and determination to live life on their own terms, regardless of others' opinions or expectations. This sets the tone for the rest of the song, emphasizing their unwillingness to back down or admit wrongdoing.
The chorus further reinforces this sentiment, with the singer expressing that they would only apologize if they genuinely meant it. It suggests that previous apologies may have been insincere or forced, but this time they are unwavering in their belief that they have done nothing wrong. The lyrics "I'm not perfect, I got pride / That's not what it is this time" highlight the singer's self-awareness and refusal to compromise their integrity.
The verses describe a situation where the singer feels unbothered by someone's departure from their life. They imply that the other person didn't make an effort to understand their perspective or try to salvage the relationship, leading the singer to conclude that they don't care about the opinion of the departing individual.
Towards the end of the song, Wiz Khalifa's verse further emphasizes the singer's growth and maturity. He mentions learning from past mistakes and gaining wisdom in moving on from toxic relationships. The lines "Now you're stuck, call an Uber up if you need a ride" embody a sense of empowerment, as the singer is no longer affected by the manipulation or deceit of the other person.
Overall, "No Apologies" is a song about self-assurance, pride, and the refusal to apologize for actions that one feels they did not commit. It showcases a sense of personal growth and a willingness to stand up for oneself, while also acknowledging the importance of sincerity in apologies.
Line by Line Meaning
I ain't apologizing for sh (yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah)
I refuse to apologize for anything.
I do what I want, and JoJo does too, uh
I act according to my own will, just like JoJo.
Saw it in your eyes, when you said goodbye
I could see in your eyes that you had already given up.
You didn't even try, so this time I don't care
You didn't put any effort into our relationship, so I no longer care.
And honestly I was just about to pick up the phone
Honestly, I almost called you.
And then I realized that I didn't do nothing wrong
But then I realized that I hadn't done anything wrong.
You would even tell two lies to prove that you were right
You would even tell multiple lies to justify yourself.
Usually I'd go on and take the blame but not this time, not this time
Normally, I would accept the blame, but not this time.
What you want from me?
What do you expect from me?
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it
I would apologize if I genuinely felt remorse.
No apologies
I'm not going to apologize.
I'm not perfect, I got pride
I acknowledge that I'm not flawless and that I have pride.
That's not what it is this time
But in this situation, that's not the issue.
So no apologies
So I won't apologize.
If I, if I, if I really meant it
If I genuinely felt remorse.
I can't help that you, feel the way you do
I can't control how you feel.
Try not to get confused, 'cause this time I don't care
Don't get confused, because I truly don't care this time.
Okay, uh, no apologizing
Okay, I won't apologize.
Ain't no way to take the things you did back or disguise it
There's no way to undo or hide the things you did.
Always wonder what I'm doing but that's TMI
You're always curious about what I'm doing, but that's too much information (TMI).
Don't know what you got until it's gone, now you realize it
You didn't appreciate what you had until it was gone, and now you understand.
When I wasn't playing smart now I'm being wise
When I wasn't making wise decisions, now I've become wiser.
Finally I'm moving on and I don't need your lies
Finally, I'm moving forward and I don't need your dishonesty.
And it wasn't even tough 'cause I can see the signs
And it wasn't even difficult because I could see the warning signs.
Now you're stuck, call an Uber up if you need a ride
Now you're in a difficult situation, so call an Uber if you need a ride.
No apologies (Not saying it)
I won't apologize (I'm not saying it).
I'm not perfect, I got pride
I admit that I'm not perfect and that I have pride.
That's not what it is this time
But that's not the issue in this particular situation.
I would say I'm sorry if I really meant it
I would apologize if I truly felt remorse.
(I would have said sorry a long time ago)
(I would have apologized a long time ago).
If I, if I, if I really meant it
If I genuinely felt remorse.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Oscar Thomas Holter, Joanna Levesque, Jason Allen Dean, Matthew Alan Friedman, Cameron Jibril Thomaz
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James Bryan C Quipanes
on Cameras
Love This song <3 Wiz .. PEACE
Ïss Pùmkîñ
on See You Again (feat. Charlie Puth)
great song
Kalif King
on See You Again (feat. Charlie Puth)
hmmm