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.
Told Ya'll
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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Y'all didn't think the Burgh'd jump like this
Ask anyone one around me
Say they want young Wiz
5 cigarillos, I'mma smoke my piff
Told y'all y'all was gonna bump my shit
Y'all didn't think the Burgh'd jump like this
Told y'all y'all was gonna bump my shit
Ask anyone one around me
Say they want young Wiz
5 cigarillos, I'mma smoke my piff
I'mma get that money, homie fuck that bitch
Paid like lids so they want my chips
I'm the boss like Tony the tall young homie
And they heard the good news
So now the broads jump on me
Claimin that your hot boy
Why don't y'all show me?
I'm the best in my city bitch
All y'all know it
You cats skip tracks and just slum talk on it
I walk Pittsburgh, diddy bop all on it
I'm high all day, I Ray and Patron it
A sit still bitch looking for
The best kiss here
Face it, I'm in a situation like win-win
Nigga you a loser
That ain't what I'm used to
I'm kinda peaceful
But my guy here'll shoot ya
In the stud' latenight
Rise with the roosters
That's what I call a grind lil trooper
Niggas thinking past tense - I am the future
Make a boss move, I got eyes for me junior
Hit a mold, in it with a hold like tune ya
Niggas think they nicer, 21 chew me up
Little do they know that I'm a pro
Now I ruin ya
I ride two to ya, show ya how I do this
Straight cash while you
Niggas stay stash-clueless in the line
I switch the lane and pass through ya
Life bout to change
Need a new chain from my jeweler
And my age it'll fool ya
I do it big but truth is I just
Made it outta school bruh
And my flow is peculiar
I rep Pittsburgh to the death
Hatin nigga, kill yourself
So go on kill yourself you bitchass nigga
'07, Grow Season, get up rostrum Records
You bitchass niggas, man
The lyrics to Wiz Khalifa's song "Told Ya'll" are a testament to his confidence and self-assurance in his abilities as a rapper. He starts off by asserting that he had always told everyone that they would enjoy his music, even if they didn't expect his hometown of Pittsburgh to embrace his sound. He proudly declares that people around him attest to his talent and desire for success. Wiz Khalifa boasts about his affinity for smoking cigars and indulging in his own brand of marijuana, known as piff.
The song continues with Wiz Khalifa asserting his dominance and ambition in the music industry. He proclaims that he is focused on making money and doesn't pay attention to women who are only interested in his wealth. Wiz Khalifa compares himself to a boss figure, referencing the popular character Tony Montana from the movie Scarface. He claims that women are now attracted to him because they have heard about his success and reputation.
Wiz Khalifa addresses his competition, challenging them to prove their skills. He claims to be the best in his city and asserts that his music is loved by his fans. Wiz Khalifa describes his lifestyle, highlighting his carefree attitude and daily consumption of drugs and alcohol. He presents himself as a successful and influential artist, who is on a different level than his competitors. With references to grinding, shooting, and being a pro, he emphasizes his dedication to his craft and the grind it takes to achieve success.
Overall, "Told Ya'll" showcases Wiz Khalifa's self-confidence, ambition, and commitment to his music career. It serves as a statement to his critics and a celebration of his achievements.
Line by Line Meaning
Grow told y'all y'all was gonna bump my shit
I warned all of you that you would love my music
Y'all didn't think the Burgh'd jump like this
You didn't expect Pittsburgh to embrace me like this
Ask anyone one around me
Go ahead and ask anyone who knows me
Say they want young Wiz
They all say they want to hear more from me, Wiz Khalifa
5 cigarillos, I'mma smoke my piff
I'm going to enjoy smoking my high-quality weed
I'mma get that money, homie fuck that bitch
I'm focused on making money, forget about that girl
Paid like lids so they want my chips
They envy my success and want what I have
I'm the boss like Tony the tall young homie
I'm in charge, just like Tony Soprano, the respected leader
And they heard the good news
Word has spread about me and my accomplishments
So now the broads jump on me
Now all the women are attracted to me
Claimin that your hot boy
You say you're a hot artist
Why don't y'all show me?
Prove it to me then
I'm the best in my city bitch
I confidently proclaim that I am the best in my city
All y'all know it
Everyone knows it, no one can deny it
You cats skip tracks and just slum talk on it
Other artists just talk about insignificant things instead of making meaningful music
I walk Pittsburgh, diddy bop all on it
I proudly represent Pittsburgh with my unique style
I'm high all day, I Ray and Patron it
I stay intoxicated with marijuana and drinks like Ray and Patron
A sit still bitch looking for the best kiss here
Some stagnant girl searching for the most passionate kiss
Face it, I'm in a situation like win-win
Accept the fact that I'm currently in a very favorable situation
Nigga you a loser
You, my friend, are a complete failure
That ain't what I'm used to
I'm not accustomed to being surrounded by losers
I'm kinda peaceful
I'm generally calm and non-confrontational
But my guy here'll shoot ya
However, my associate is ready to use his gun if necessary
In the stud' latenight
In the studio late at night
Rise with the roosters
I wake up early in the morning and start working
That's what I call a grind lil trooper
That's what I refer to as a dedicated and hardworking individual
Niggas thinking past tense - I am the future
People are focused on the past, but I am the future
Make a boss move, I got eyes for me junior
As a leader, I make strategic decisions and prioritize my own success
Hit a mold, in it with a hold like tune ya
I found my own unique style and perfected it
Niggas think they nicer, 21 chew me up
Other artists believe they are better, but they can't compete with me
Little do they know that I'm a pro
They are unaware that I am a professional at this
Now I ruin ya
I am going to defeat and surpass all of them
I ride two to ya, show ya how I do this
I will show you my skills and abilities while putting you down
Straight cash while you
I am making money directly, unlike you
Niggas stay stash-clueless in the line
Other artists remain ignorant about financial management
I switch the lane and pass through ya
I change my approach and surpass all obstacles
Life bout to change
My life is about to transform
Need a new chain from my jeweler
I require a new, more extravagant necklace from my jewelry maker
And my age it'll fool ya
People underestimate my abilities due to my young age
I do it big but truth is I just
I may appear extravagant, but the reality is
Made it outta school bruh
I have achieved success despite my educational background
And my flow is peculiar
My rapping style is unique and distinct
I rep Pittsburgh to the death
I represent and support Pittsburgh wholeheartedly
Hatin nigga, kill yourself
If you're a hater, you should just end your own life
So go on kill yourself you bitchass nigga
I reiterate that haters should take their own lives
'07, Grow Season, get up rostrum Records
Referring to the year 2007 when Grow Season and Rostrom Records emerged
You bitchass niggas, man
Addressing those who are weak and cowardly
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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@WAKEUP_GUNNI
this shit go hard
@jb021266
For all those who miss old wiz copy & paste get the word out bring back old wiz!!!!! like this
@EduardoHernandez-rg4nk
2016... still bumpin
@fuckbasket123
young wiz is wearin recs in this picture he wearss more than tylors but it is TGOD b4 black and yellow
@YBTekno
dis song mad hot\ 1st comment
@SoughBaked
told yall the bandwagon fans are watchin black and yellow
@TokinBro420
its been a year and your so wright hahaha #faketaylors