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.
TMZ Skit
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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Haha, that's pretty true
Wanna get in the front, baby?
Do you feel like there's
Do you feel like there's enough people talking about the movement?
You know, like in the election?
Yeah, yeah, yeah, Wiz, Wiz
That's pretty crazy
Comin' up outta here filmin' me rollin' weed and shit
Wiz, Wiz
What? Oh you want some? Here
You want some too?
Hey what, what strain is that?
Khalifa Kush, man
Oh, you got your own kush?
Yeah, KK, man
I didn't know that, that's pretty tight
Yeah man, it's in stores now, KK man
I can smell that, that's crazy
Yeah, I know you can smell it, 'cause its that good
Ayy, that's wild
It's not for sale off me, but you can go get it from
From the stores, man, Khalifa Kush
Who's like a, do you have a target demographic?
People like you guys
That's crazy
The lyrics of Wiz Khalifa's song "TMZ Skit" delve into a casual conversation between Wiz Khalifa and someone, possibly a fan or an interviewer, during a filming session. The lyrics first touch upon the stereotype that those who smoke weed also exclusively listen to Wiz Khalifa's music. The person who initiates the conversation humorously acknowledges this stereotype as being somewhat true.
Next, the conversation takes a turn as the person asks Wiz Khalifa about his thoughts on people discussing "the movement." It is implied that they are referring to either the political or social movements garnering attention at the time, possibly in relation to the election. The person wonders if they feel like enough people are discussing and engaging in these movements. However, before Wiz Khalifa can respond to this question, they excitedly express their admiration for him by repeatedly saying his name.
Thereafter, the conversation transitions to rolling and smoking weed, which seems to be a common activity associated with Wiz Khalifa's image. The person filming Wiz Khalifa offers him some weed, to which he nonchalantly responds with a generous attitude, even sharing his own brand of weed called Khalifa Kush (KK). The person expresses surprise at not knowing Wiz Khalifa had his own brand of weed and comments on its distinct smell.
Wiz Khalifa confirms that Khalifa Kush is his own strain of weed and mentions that it is available for purchase in stores. He acknowledges the quality of Khalifa Kush and the fact that its aroma is easily noticeable. The conversation concludes with the person asking Wiz Khalifa about his target demographic, to which he responds by mentioning that people like them (referring to the person filming and potentially other fans) are his target audience.
Overall, these lyrics depict a lighthearted and somewhat amusing exchange between Wiz Khalifa and someone who seemingly admires him. It showcases his association with marijuana culture, as well as his latest business venture in the form of his own strain of weed, Khalifa Kush.
Line by Line Meaning
Who smoke weed, only listen to Wiz Khalifa
Those who consume cannabis exclusively listen to the music of Wiz Khalifa.
Haha, that's pretty true
Indeed, that statement holds a considerable amount of truth.
Wanna get in the front, baby?
Are you interested in being at the forefront of this particular situation?
Do you feel like there's enough people talking about the movement?
Do you believe that there is a sufficient number of individuals discussing and promoting this movement?
You know, like in the election?
Similar to the way it happens during elections, you know?
Yeah, yeah, yeah, Wiz, Wiz
Yes, absolutely, Wiz Khalifa.
That's pretty crazy
That particular situation is quite extraordinary.
Y'all 'gon miss somebody else
You all are going to regret not paying attention to someone else.
Comin' up outta here filmin' me rollin' weed and shit
Leaving this place while capturing footage of me rolling marijuana joints, among other things.
Wiz, Wiz
Wiz Khalifa, yes?
What? Oh you want some? Here
What? Oh, you are interested in joining in? Here you go.
You want some too?
Are you also interested in partaking in this activity?
Hey what, what strain is that?
Excuse me, what type of cannabis strain is that?
Khalifa Kush, man
It is called Khalifa Kush, my friend.
Oh, you got your own kush?
Oh, you possess your own specific strain of cannabis?
Yeah, KK, man
Yes, it is known as KK, my friend.
I didn't know that, that's pretty tight
I was not previously aware of that fact, which is quite impressive.
Yeah man, it's in stores now, KK man
Yes, my friend, it is currently available for purchase in retail establishments, KK, my friend.
I can smell that, that's crazy
I can detect the aroma of the cannabis, which is quite remarkable.
Yeah, I know you can smell it, 'cause its that good
Yes, I am aware that you can perceive it through smell, as it is of exceptional quality.
Ayy, that's wild
Oh wow, that is truly remarkable.
It's not for sale off me, but you can go get it from
I personally do not sell it, but you can obtain it from
From the stores, man, Khalifa Kush
Retail establishments, my friend, where Khalifa Kush can be found.
Who's like a, do you have a target demographic?
Who specifically constitutes your intended target audience?
People like you guys
Individuals similar to yourselves.
That's crazy
That fact is quite astonishing.
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Written by: 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