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 $ign. In May 2020, Khalifa featured on the song "Drums Drums Drums" with Travis Barker.
In 2021, Khalifa competed in season five of The Masked Singer as "Chameleon". He finished in third place.
Smokin' & Dreamin'
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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They say a grime pays baby all I got is proof
And the Swedish broad better than my main bitch
Cigarillo roll you smell it when it aint lit
She don't cook well but she give me sweet brain
Make a rapper turn singer like t-pain
Got her stayin up late, wakin up baked
And to think this the life that I chose
And er'y girl I fuck feel like their boyfriend might know
Smoking on the Swedish it smells my weed come in barrels
Fuck with bitches who fiend for Gucci and need her chanel
Nigga im high of your life so my eyes low
Cant wait to see whats in the future but I drive slow
And wait for the picture, hate it now they say and I can miss like mister
All of the smoking all you got me thinkin
And all of this dreamin im supposed to, the life like, the weekend
Know where im goin, sound though, want to see me suceedin
That Ive been livin, smokin, smoking, dreamin, livin
I go to sleep with a picture of a porche on my wall
Nigga im tryin to come up on yall
Pop the trunk in front of my car in front of your broad,
she reconsider in her decision to fuck with yall
I think its because of the possibility of kickin it
courtside, ringside, front row of anything
Living my life simultaneously in a dream, shit going so good I swear
There are Planes stack change with their gang tail up
Wings spread over cities leave shadows everywhere
I care less about industry mingling
Niggas is wwf wrestlers, court jesters and crossdressers
I got them crosstrainers, nike ass beat
Niggas cant feel my shoes, im a nice mc
I had a dream that I caked up,
trying to roll a joint, will count a million when I wake up
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The lyrics to Wiz Khalifa feat. Curren$y's song "Smokin' & Dreamin'" reflect the artist's pride in his hard work and success in the music industry. He acknowledges that his grind has paid off and proves it by showing his accomplishments. The mention of a "Swedish broad" and a "main bitch" suggests that he has multiple women in his life, but the Swedish woman stands out as being better than the others, perhaps implying that she is more laid-back and brings him joy. The line "Cigarillo roll you smell it when it ain't lit" signifies the strong aroma of marijuana.
He continues to describe his lavish lifestyle, being able to make rappers turn singers and enjoying the perks of fame. The line "Argue with attendants that shorted my flight clothes" showcases his attention to detail and perfectionism. He also mentions that every girl he sleeps with may be known by their boyfriends, suggesting that he leads a promiscuous lifestyle. The lyrics emphasize that he is constantly experiencing the high life and is optimistic about the future. The line "I go to sleep with a picture of a Porsche on my wall" signifies his aspirations and desires for even greater success.
Overall, the lyrics depict Wiz Khalifa and Curren$y enjoying the fruits of their labor, living in a dream-like state with the combination of smoking and dreaming.
Line by Line Meaning
I worked hard for everything so why not salute
I put in a lot of effort to achieve everything I have, so it's only right to acknowledge and appreciate it.
They say a grime pays baby all I got is proof
People claim that being in the music industry is profitable, and I can prove it with my success.
And the Swedish broad better than my main bitch
I have a Swedish girl who is even better than my usual girlfriend.
Cigarillo roll you smell it when it aint lit
The smell of cigarillo is so strong even before it's lit.
She don't cook well but she give me sweet brain
Although she lacks cooking skills, she compensates by performing exceptional oral sex.
Make a rapper turn singer like t-pain
My influence and talent can make other rappers switch genres and become singers like T-Pain.
Got her stayin up late, wakin up baked
I keep her up late at night, and when she wakes up, she's already under the influence of drugs.
And to think this the life that I chose
It's amazing to think that I willingly chose this lifestyle.
Argue with attendants that shorted my flight clothes
I engage in arguments with airline staff who didn't handle my luggage properly.
And er'y girl I fuck feel like their boyfriend might know
Every girl I have sex with often worries that their partners might find out.
Smoking on the Swedish it smells my weed come in barrels
I'm smoking a particular strain of weed from Sweden, and its aroma is so strong it feels like it comes in barrels.
Fuck with bitches who fiend for Gucci and need her chanel
I associate myself with women who have a strong desire for luxury brands like Gucci and Chanel.
Nigga im high of your life so my eyes low
I am so content with my life that I'm constantly in a state of being high, which makes my eyes appear droopy.
Cant wait to see whats in the future but I drive slow
I'm excited about what lies ahead in my future, but I take things slowly and enjoy the present.
And wait for the picture, hate it now they say and I can miss like mister
I patiently wait for my ultimate success because those who criticize me now will eventually regret underestimating me.
All of the smoking all you got me thinkin
Engaging in excessive smoking makes me contemplate deeply.
And all of this dreamin im supposed to, the life like, the weekend
Spending time dreaming is a part of my lifestyle, just like the partying and leisure activities associated with the weekend.
Know where im goin, sound though, want to see me suceedin
I have a clear direction in my life and I'm determined to achieve success, and others wish to witness my accomplishments.
That Ive been livin, smokin, smoking, dreamin, livin
This is the way I've been living my life, constantly engaging in smoking, dreaming, and living to the fullest.
I go to sleep with a picture of a porche on my wall
Before going to bed, I have a picture of a Porsche car displayed on my wall, symbolizing my aspirations and desires for a luxurious lifestyle.
Nigga im tryin to come up on yall
I'm striving to surpass and outshine everyone.
Pop the trunk in front of my car in front of your broad, she reconsider in her decision to fuck with yall
When I open the trunk of my car in front of your girlfriend, she reconsiders her choice to be with you.
I think its because of the possibility of kickin it courtside, ringside, front row of anything
I believe she is attracted to me because of the chance to experience VIP treatment and have courtside, ringside, or front-row access to any event or activity.
Living my life simultaneously in a dream, shit going so good I swear
I feel like I'm living my life in a dream because everything is going so well.
There are Planes stack change with their gang tail up
There are wealthy individuals who possess stacks of money and showcase their status through luxury items and expensive lifestyles.
Wings spread over cities leave shadows everywhere
The fame and influence of successful individuals extend over various cities, leaving a significant impact wherever they go.
I care less about industry mingling
I am not concerned about socializing or networking within the music industry.
Niggas is wwf wrestlers, court jesters and crossdressers
Many people in the industry act like WWE wrestlers, court jesters, and even crossdressers, putting on fake personas and engaging in attention-seeking behavior.
I got them crosstrainers, nike ass beat
I own crosstrainer shoes and I can defeat anyone when it comes to Nike (a brand known for its athletic footwear).
Niggas cant feel my shoes, im a nice mc
Others cannot comprehend or relate to the path I've walked, but I'm a skilled and talented rapper.
I had a dream that I caked up, trying to roll a joint, will count a million when I wake up
I had a dream where I made a significant amount of money, and when I wake up, I hope to roll a joint and count an actual million dollars.
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Damn miss this old Wiz
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October 2018 and I’m still bumping