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.
Top Down
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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Yeah, you havin' fun (oh)
If your nigga find out, he gon' be upset (oh, oh)
Put the top down (oh, oh)
When it get cold, let it up, yeah (oh, oh)
We goin' up, yeah (oh, oh)
All these girls, they with us, yeah (oh, oh, oh)
Big joint that I fill
New lights on the grill
Gold Ds on the wheels
Roll with me, need skills
I can tell you how it feel
Diamond chain for a pill
Buy the waves for a mil
Ain't even tryna flex
Some of them niggas want the trophy
I want mind and respect
Rapping these verses
Breaking these purses when it's time to collect
Don't even buy just one, we get 'em in sets
Ain't talkin' clothes, I'm talking the ice on her neck
I give you a start and make you work for the rest
Make you a boss, have you signing them checks
Checkin' the books and make sure my papers correct
Look, I done turned you to a threat
You havin' fun (oh)
If your nigga find out, he gon' be upset (oh, oh)
Put the top down (oh, oh)
When it get cold, let it up, yeah (oh, oh)
We goin' up, yeah (oh, oh)
All these girls, they with us, yeah (oh, oh, oh)
And we don't never stop, 'cause we never get enough
Letting 'em up
Who knew that after years of hard work, the truth would be us
Two girls in the back, let our seats up
Cell phones off, so they can't reach us
I got an extra one, bitch, keep up
Put the kush in the joint, call it secret stuff
How you a boss and you rollin' in the cheapest one?
Me and my squad do our job, that's keepin' the bleachers filled up
They know way better than to steal from us
They work, so if we take a loss then shit we still get up
They wonder what's in my garage, if I'm gon' switch it up
I don't pull nothing, I make y'all go get some different work
We leave up out here and make all the bitches disappear
You havin' fun (oh)
If your nigga find out, he gon' be upset (oh, oh)
Put the top down (oh, oh)
When it get cold, let it up, yeah (oh, oh)
We goin' up, yeah (oh, oh)
All these girls, they with us, yeah (oh, oh, oh)
And we don't never stop, 'cause we never get enough
In Wiz Khalifa's song "Top Down," the lyrics portray a sense of enjoyment and living life to the fullest. The mention of "havin' fun" suggests that the artist is in a carefree and exhilarating state of mind. However, there is also a warning that if someone's partner discovers what they are doing, they will be upset, indicating potential infidelity or secretive behavior.
The line "Put the top down, when it get cold, let it up" could be interpreted as a metaphor for not letting anything hinder their good times. It suggests that even when faced with challenging or unfavorable circumstances, they will still find a way to maintain their high spirits and enjoy life. This may also allude to the idea of keeping an open mind and embracing different experiences.
The next few lines shift the focus to Wiz Khalifa's success and material possessions, such as a "big joint" that he fills, new lights on his car's grill, and gold rims (Gold Ds) on his wheels. These elements represent his lavish lifestyle and serve as symbols of his achievements. The mention of needing skills and being able to explain how it feels highlights his confidence and expertise in both his personal and professional endeavors.
Furthermore, Wiz Khalifa emphasizes the value of respect and recognition over material possessions or accolades. He states that he desires "mind and respect" rather than simply wanting a trophy, indicating a dedication to his craft and a desire for genuine admiration. The lyrics also touch upon his ability to accumulate wealth and the power that comes with it, as he raps about signing checks and ensuring that his financial records are correct.
Overall, the song conveys a sense of living in the moment, finding enjoyment and fulfillment in life, and valuing personal growth and respect over materialistic pursuits. It speaks to the artist's success and the confidence he possesses in his abilities, as well as his desire to create memorable experiences and surround himself with like-minded people.
Line by Line Meaning
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The music produced by Harry Fraud
Yeah, you havin' fun (oh)
Yes, you are enjoying yourself
If your nigga find out, he gon' be upset (oh, oh)
If your partner discovers something, he will be angry
Put the top down (oh, oh)
Lower the convertible's roof
When it get cold, let it up, yeah (oh, oh)
When the weather gets cold, raise the roof back up
We goin' up, yeah (oh, oh)
We are progressing/improving
All these girls, they with us, yeah (oh, oh, oh)
All these girls are accompanying us
And we don't never stop, 'cause we never get enough
We never stop because we always want more
Big joint that I fill
A large joint that I smoke
New lights on the grill
New headlights on the car's front grille
Gold Ds on the wheels
Gold rims on the wheels
Roll with me, need skills
Come with me, you need to be talented
I can tell you how it feel
I can explain how it feels
Diamond chain for a pill
Diamond necklace in exchange for a drug pill
Buy the waves for a mil
Purchase the sound waves for a million dollars
Ain't even tryna flex
Not even trying to show off
Some of them niggas want the trophy
Some people want recognition or success
I want mind and respect
I want freedom of thought and respect
Rapping these verses
Performing these lyrics
Breaking these purses when it's time to collect
Taking money from handbags when it's time to get paid
Don't even buy just one, we get 'em in sets
We don't just buy one item, we buy them in pairs or groups
Ain't talkin' clothes, I'm talking the ice on her neck
Not talking about clothing, but the expensive jewelry around her neck
I give you a start and make you work for the rest
I give you a kickstart and make you work for the remaining part
Make you a boss, have you signing them checks
Make you a leader, have you signing the paychecks
Checkin' the books and make sure my papers correct
Reviewing financial records and ensuring my documents are accurate
Look, I done turned you to a threat
Look, I have transformed you into a significant danger
Letting 'em up
Rising up
Who knew that after years of hard work, the truth would be us
Who would have thought that after years of hard work, we would prevail
Two girls in the back, let our seats up
Two girls in the back, we raised our seats
Cell phones off, so they can't reach us
Cell phones turned off to avoid being contacted
I got an extra one, bitch, keep up
I have an extra one, keep up with us
Put the kush in the joint, call it secret stuff
Put marijuana in the joint, referring to it as something secretive
How you a boss and you rollin' in the cheapest one?
How can you be a leader when you are driving the most inexpensive vehicle?
Me and my squad do our job, that's keepin' the bleachers filled up
My team and I do our duty which is to ensure the spectators' area is full
They know way better than to steal from us
They are well aware of the consequences of stealing from us
They work, so if we take a loss then shit we still get up
They put in the effort, so even if we face a setback, we still recover
They wonder what's in my garage, if I'm gon' switch it up
They are curious about what vehicles are in my garage, if I will change my collection
I don't pull nothing, I make y'all go get some different work
I won't provide you with anything, I make you find alternative employment
We leave up out here and make all the bitches disappear
We leave this place and make all the women vanish
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cameron Thomaz, Rory William Quigley
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
flava
Wiz is the most consistent rapper and gives his fans exactly what they want to hear. Keep dropping that heat wizzle!!
Wattz & Learn
If you mean he consistently raps about weed, money and women then yeah.
flava
@Wattz & Learn nah he actually doesnt. He talks about that bc it's a part of his life style. He has grown a lot since prince of the city and has more boss shit to talk about. You just dont listen. He always motivates in his music. I suggest you go listen to rolling papers 2. And if u have,go listen again.
Boris Mihajlovic
He kind of fell off after blacc hollywood and even that wasn't that big... good to see he got his old wiz chill laid back style.
SLAAQ
Wiz has been releasing heat for over a decade... one of the goats for sure 🐐🐐
Dalton Zeigler-Nolan
One of the best for sure
DatPiff
WIZ X HARRY FRAUD = 🔥🔥
rob
legendary
Get Higher
🔥🔥🔥
Mount Omni Records
I NEED This Instrumental.