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 $ign. In May 2020, Khalifa featured on the song "Drums Drums Drums" with Travis Barker.
In 2021, Khalifa competed in season five of The Masked Singer as "Chameleon". He finished in third place.
Scaling The Building
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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I'm on my shit right now, how is ya?
A nigga dressed like we finna take pictures
Scalin' the mothafuckin' buildin'
Yea, I got my mind on that take over
Scalin' the mothafuckin' buildin'
Yea, Because that money ain't
Gonna wait for us
And I'm loc'ing
Pretty bitch on the passenger side
Ridin' sun roof open
She's supplying what I'm smokin'
Wanna fuck with us
Keep them tree crumbled up
Walk up in the club
Make them lames wan' cuff
Champ on chill, E-Z widers, double stuffed
Trust, and believe that it ain't about the
Youngin' if don't involve
His motherfuckin' cheese
I ain't bring no ends to spend
Never kept a knot up in my pocket
Better clock a couple thousand 'fore I
Get up in the win
These niggas is losing in need of wins
Yo' bitches is choosin' in need of friends
I'm livin' this movie so clean the lens
Runnin through loads of weed and gin
Cause niggas know what I'm 'bout flyin' out
Chicks who sound funny when
They speak English
Still recognize the bomb when they hear it
She so ain't on them other niggas
Margarine bars
Them shit's ain't buttered nigga
Higher then a mug
Ain't nothing what up but us
Paper planes mane
We don't allow blunts in the cut
Tell the valet to pull up my truck
Exit stage right the last thing they
Seen was the tail lights
I'm gettin' toasted high
Gettin' my bread right
Rap, hustlin', stackin'
Fucking some of the baddest
Bitches and travelin'
Niggas used to think I was crazy
Now they see my new whip and
Be like dawg that shit crazy
Get off my shit leave the room for the flies
The Jets in this bitch
Leave the room with ya wife yeauh!
The lyrics of "Scaling The Building" by Wiz Khalifa featuring Curren$y depict a confident and assertive attitude as the artists embrace their success and wealth. The opening lines express their self-assurance, addressing their friends and romantic interests while flaunting their appearance. They present themselves as ready to conquer the world, symbolized by "scaling the motherfuckin' building." The phrase "scaling the building" metaphorically represents their determination to achieve their goals and dominate their industry.
The lyrics also emphasize their extravagant lifestyle and enjoyment of the finer things. Curren$y mentions a beautiful woman by his side, supplying him with the marijuana he smokes. They boast about their attractiveness and ability to attract attention in the club. The references to money being important and not waiting for anyone imply the urgency to achieve financial success.
Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y highlight their pursuit of pleasure and leisure, indulging in weed and alcohol, surrounded by beautiful women. They assert their uniqueness, implying that others can't match their talent and charisma. The lyrics also touch on the artists' past struggles and how they have overcome skepticism and doubt from others. Now that they are successful, they enjoy the envy and admiration they receive from those who once doubted them.
Overall, "Scaling The Building" reflects the confidence, wealth, and carefree lifestyle of Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y as they revel in their success.
Line by Line Meaning
And my niggas, and my bitches
I'm surrounded by my closest friends and attractive companions
I'm on my shit right now, how is ya?
I'm focused and successful, how about you?
A nigga dressed like we finna take pictures
I'm dressed stylishly as if we're about to be photographed
Scalin' the mothafuckin' buildin'
I'm hustling and striving for success
Yea, I got my mind on that take over
Yeah, I'm fully focused on achieving domination
Scalin' the mothafuckin' buildin'
I'm continuously striving for success and progress
Yea, Because that money ain't gonna wait for us
Yeah, because opportunities to earn money won't wait for us
Scalin' the mothafuckin' buildin'
I'm continuously hustling and striving for success
And I'm loc'in
I'm in a confident and determined state of mind
Pretty bitch on the passenger side
There's an attractive woman sitting beside me
Ridin' sun roof open
Driving with the sunroof open
She's supplying what I'm smokin'
She's providing the marijuana I'm smoking
Wanna fuck with us, Keep them tree crumbled up
If you want to associate with us, keep the marijuana rolled
Walk up in the club, Make them lames wan' cuff
When we enter the club, we make the losers envy our company
Champ on chill, E-Z widers, double stuffed
I'm relaxed and enjoying myself with high-quality, double-stuffed marijuana cigarettes
Trust, and believe that it ain't about the Youngin' if don't involve His motherfuckin' cheese
Trust and believe that money is essential for a young person's success
I ain't bring no ends to spend Never kept a knot up in my pocket Better clock a couple thousand 'fore I Get up in the win
I didn't bring any extra money to spend, and I always make sure to have a substantial amount saved before celebrating a victory
These niggas is losing in need of wins
These individuals are constantly losing and longing for victories
Yo' bitches is choosin' in need of friends
Your female companions are seeking new connections and friendships
I'm livin' this movie so clean the lens
I'm living such an extraordinary life that it seems like a perfectly shot movie
Runnin through loads of weed and gin
I'm consuming large quantities of marijuana and alcohol
Cause niggas know what I'm 'bout flyin' out
Because people recognize and understand my lifestyle of traveling and enjoying life
Chicks who sound funny when They speak English
Women who have a distinct accent when they speak English
Still recognize the bomb when they hear it
They can still recognize high-quality and exceptional music when they hear it
She so ain't on them other niggas Margarine bars Them shit's ain't buttered nigga
She doesn't have any interest in other men who have mediocre rap skills. Their rhymes lack the smoothness and finesse
Higher then a mug Ain't nothing what up but us
We are extremely high, and there's nothing else that matters except for us
Paper planes mane We don't allow blunts in the cut
We prefer to smoke marijuana rolled in paper rather than blunts in our location
Tell the valet to pull up my truck
Instruct the valet to bring my truck to the front
Exit stage right the last thing they Seen was the tail lights
Leave the situation calmly and discreetly, with the last thing they see being the tail lights of my vehicle
I'm gettin' toasted high Gettin' my bread right
I'm getting extremely high on drugs while ensuring my finances are in order
Rap, hustlin', stackin' Fucking some of the baddest Bitches and travelin'
I'm involved in the world of rap, hustling to make money, accumulating wealth, and engaging in sexual activities with attractive women while traveling
Niggas used to think I was crazy Now they see my new whip and Be like dawg that shit crazy
People used to believe I was insane, but now when they see my new luxurious car, they are amazed and say it's extraordinary
Get off my shit leave the room for the flies
Stop bothering me and make room for people who are insignificant
The Jets in this bitch Leave the room with ya wife yeauh!
My crew, The Jets, is dominating this place, and we might leave with your wife as well
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID ANTHONY WILLIS, SHANTE FRANKLIN, CAMERON JIBRIL THOMAZ
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
jayla sun
Iβm 14 years old. My mom played this song when I was younger. I was raised right ((;
Jets Set .
That's dope jetlife is all I listen to I'm 25 and when I have a kid ima dress them in jetlife clothing and jam jetlife
Ryan Ross
That's right! Flying out!
PETERZWEGAT069
thats rather alarming bro
Kit Freeman
I havenβt heard this song since I was in senior year 2014. This song brings back all the memories of partying and chilling with friendsβ¦ this will hold a special place in my brain
5011TIMEZ
Yep... jets and the planes
Sporty P
Yup, 2014 graduate too, been on spitta since 07-08. Been on wiz since 09-10π€πΎ
shabba194
Song got me through some tough times
Brian Torres
facts i hear u
Darius Johnson
Me 2