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.
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Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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What's up playa?
Chillin', man, what's up with Hot Box?
You gotta let me know?
That new Wiz Hot Box, available on Grub Hub, Uber Eats
Yo, is it only for folks who smoke weed
Or can people who don't smoke weed order too?
No, it's for people
Everybody, if you're hungry, get you one
It's, it's, the menu's insane
It's gon' pull up wherever, whatever city, state you in, we, we there
Oh, can I see some of this hand sanitizer?
And no, no restaurant for real?
It's, it's all virtual, it's all delivery, dawg?
All, all delivery, man
We, we cookin' out of the best kitchens
And we makin' a killin' and we pullin' up straight to your crib
I might pull up there too
Nice, you keepin' it safe, what's your favorite recipe, Wiz?
Um, I think the chilli and the turkey burgers on there
Oh, that's the bomb
Thank you, man
Ay, I appreciate you, have a good one (yessir, you too)
In these lyrics, Wiz Khalifa is engaged in a conversation with someone, possibly a friend or an interviewer. The lyrics begin with a casual exchange of greetings and inquiries about each other's well-being. Then, Wiz is asked about his venture called "Hot Box," which is a food delivery service available on platforms like Grub Hub and Uber Eats.
The mention of "Mcqueen, McQueen and The Violet Fog" refers to a high-end spirit brand. Wiz suggests that people should try it alongside their Hot Box order, indicating that it is an enticing combination for a satisfying experience.
There is a question raised regarding whether the service is exclusively for people who smoke weed or if anyone, regardless of their smoking preferences, can order. Wiz clarifies that Hot Box is for everybody, emphasizing that anyone who is hungry can place an order. The menu is described as extraordinary, promising a vast variety of options. Wiz mentions that the service is available nationwide and will deliver to wherever the customer may be located.
The conversation shifts briefly to hand sanitizer, likely in the context of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Wiz is asked if there is an actual restaurant location for Hot Box, to which he responds that it is a purely virtual operation. The food is delivered from top-notch kitchens, and Wiz himself may even deliver to some locations, suggesting his personal involvement and dedication to the project.
The lyrics conclude with the interviewer appreciating Wiz's commitment to safety and inquiring about his personal favorite recipes from the menu. Wiz mentions chili and turkey burgers as standouts, indicating his taste preferences and highlighting some popular options available through the Hot Box service. The conversation ends on a positive note, with mutual appreciation expressed between Wiz and the interviewer, wishing each other well.
Line by Line Meaning
Wiz, what up? How you been? How y'all doing?
Hey Wiz, how have you been? How is everyone doing?
What's up playa?
Hey, what's up my friend?
Chillin', man, what's up with Hot Box? You gotta let me know?
I'm relaxing, bro. What's the deal with Hot Box? Can you fill me in?
That new Wiz Hot Box, available on Grub Hub, Uber Eats
The brand new Wiz Hot Box is now accessible through Grub Hub and Uber Eats
Mcqueen, McQueen and The Violet Fog, get you some McQueen thing
Try out McQueen, McQueen and The Violet Fog. Treat yourself to some McQueen goodness
Yo, is it only for folks who smoke weed
Or can people who don't smoke weed order too?
Hey, is it exclusively for weed smokers? Or can non-smokers also place orders?
No, it's for people
Everybody, if you're hungry, get you one
No, it's for everyone. If you're feeling hungry, go ahead and treat yourself to one
It's, it's, the menu's insane
It's gon' pull up wherever, whatever city, state you in, we, we there
The menu is amazing. We will deliver to wherever you are, no matter the city or state
Oh, can I see some of this hand sanitizer?
By the way, can I take a look at your hand sanitizer?
And no, no restaurant for real?
It's, it's all virtual, it's all delivery, dawg?
Wait, so there's no physical restaurant? It's all virtual, only delivery?
All, all delivery, man
We, we cookin' out of the best kitchens
And we makin' a killin' and we pullin' up straight to your crib
Yeah, it's 100% delivery. We prepare the food in top-notch kitchens and we're making a lot of money. We'll bring it straight to your home
I might pull up there too
I might come by your place as well
Nice, you keepin' it safe, what's your favorite recipe, Wiz?
Nice, you're prioritizing safety. So, Wiz, what's your favorite recipe?
Um, I think the chilli and the turkey burgers on there
Hmm, I believe the chili and the turkey burgers are my top choices
Oh, that's the bomb
Oh, those dishes are amazing
Thank you, man
I appreciate it, buddy
Ay, I appreciate you, have a good one (yessir, you too)
Hey, I appreciate you too. Have a great day (yes sir, you too)
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cameron Jibril Thomaz
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Diálogo] Wiz, ¿qué pasa? ¿Como has estado? ¿Cómo están todos? Tranquilo, hombre, ¿qué pasa con la caja caliente? ¿Me avisan todos? [?] [Español] McQueen, [?] Te da algo de McQueen Yo, ¿es solo para la gente que fuma marihuana o la gente puede fumar marihuana [?]? No, eso es para la gente ... Todos, si tienen hambre, consigan uno Es, es, el menú es una locura Va a detenerse en cualquier lugar, en cualquier ciudad, digamos, nosotros, estamos allí Oh, ¿puedo ver algo de eso [?]? Y no, ¿no hay restaurante de verdad? Es, es todo virtual, es todo entrega, ¿perro? Todo, todo entrega, hombre Nosotros, cocinamos con las mejores cocinas Y hacemos los kilos y nos acercamos directamente a tu cuna, yo también podría detenerme Bien, sigues una toma, ¿cuál es tu receta favorita, Wiz? Uh, creo que el chile y las hamburguesas de pavo ahí Oh, eso es un arco Gracias hombre Ayy te agradezco que tengas una buena
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Is it on Spotify
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The fuckin best
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Lol 😂
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ight imma skip
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