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 Drink
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
I've been smokin', I've been drinkin'
I don't know what I was thinkin'
I've been high all weekend
Drunk as fuck but still tweakin'
So high I can't hear nobody
I can't even feel my body
Gon' need a paramedic prolly
She off that cookie and a molly
This remind me of that mafia
Gettin' bread now I'm popular
If you hatin' keep it on the d-low
Gotta shout out to my youngin' P-Lo
In the club, and we smokin' pre-rolleds
Want me in your club need a couple zeros
Bands will make us hold up, plans, roll up all them grams
And my new car, ain't a new car
See my new chain, say I went too far
See the watch face, yeah that's too hard
What I put gold in my tooth for
I did it just to match my pinky
And prolly just so these fuck niggas can see me while I'm
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
The lyrics to Wiz Khalifa's song "Smokin Drink" are about the artist's weekend of smoking and drinking, and the consequences that come with such partying. He reflects on his hazy state of mind and inability to fully process what is going on around him, to the extent that he might need a paramedic's attention at some point. The chorus repeats the words "smokin', drinkin'" over and over, emphasizing the repetition and monotony of the party lifestyle. Wiz Khalifa also makes references to his rising popularity and success in the music industry, but admits that he acknowledges the criticisms he receives for his excesses.
In the first verse, Wiz Khalifa raps about being high all weekend and not knowing what he was thinking. He seems to be enjoying the party lifestyle but is also aware of the toll it takes on his body and mind, with the lines "Drunk as fuck but still tweakin'" and "So high I can't hear nobody." He also mentions a woman who is high on "cookie and a molly" and likens their situation to that of the mafia. The second verse sees Wiz Khalifa bragging about his wealth and material possessions, such as his new car, gold tooth, and jewelry. However, he also acknowledges criticism for his lifestyle and reminds haters to keep their comments to themselves.
Overall, "Smokin Drink" is a catchy but cautionary tale about the party lifestyle and the highs and lows that come with it.
Line by Line Meaning
Smokin', drinkin', smokin' drinkin', smokin' drinkin'
This is the repetitive chorus of the song, which emphasizes the artist's activities of smoking and drinking.
I've been smokin', I've been drinkin'
The artist admits to having been smoking and drinking, indicating the current state of intoxication.
I don't know what I was thinkin'
The artist acknowledges that being under the influence may have affected their decision-making.
I've been high all weekend
The artist implies that they have been continuously smoking and getting high throughout the weekend.
Drunk as fuck but still tweakin'
Despite being heavily intoxicated, the artist is still functioning and performing activities or behaviors that show signs of being under the influence.
Gon' need a paramedic prolly
The artist implies that their level of intoxication is so high that medical attention may be needed.
She off that cookie and a molly
The artist references a potential drug combination, 'cookie' (marijuana strain) and 'molly' (MDMA), being consumed by someone they know.
This remind me of that mafia
The artist compares their current lavish lifestyle to that of organized crime, where wealth and power are symbols of success.
Gettin' bread now I'm popular
The artist suggests that their current level of fame and success is a result of their financial success.
If you hatin' keep it on the d-low
The artist implies that anyone who dislikes or disapproves of their lifestyle should keep those opinions to themselves.
Gotta shout out to my youngin' P-Lo
The artist gives a shout-out to a collaborator named P-Lo.
In the club, and we smokin' pre-rolleds
The artist is in a club or party environment, and they are smoking pre-rolled joints or blunts.
Want me in your club need a couple zeros
The artist implies that they will only perform at a venue if they are paid a large sum of money (couple zeros).
Bands will make us hold up, plans, roll up all them grams
The artist suggests that their wealth ('bands') will give them power and influence, allowing them to indulge in drug use ('roll up all them grams').
And my new car, ain't a new car
The artist may be referring to a vehicle that has been modified or customized in some way, making it unique and different from a regular 'new car.'
See my new chain, say I went too far
The artist may feel that their new jewelry piece is excessive or overly extravagant.
See the watch face, yeah that's too hard
The artist may be showing off a watch that is considered to be rare, exclusive, or expensive by saying that it's 'too hard,' or not easily accessible.
What I put gold in my tooth for
The artist may have a gold tooth, and they are questioning whether or not it was necessary or worth it.
I did it just to match my pinky
The artist may have added the gold tooth to match other jewelry or accessories, such as a pinky ring.
And prolly just so these fuck niggas can see me while I'm
The artist may be implying that they added the gold tooth to gain attention or to show off to others.
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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