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.
Tweak Is Heavy
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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My clique is ready
My diamonds crazy
Don't try to play me
The tweak is heavy
My clique is ready
My diamonds crazy
Don't try to play me
A quarter million dollars, if I'm in it, I paid it
My watch by Rolex, niggas sayin' I made it
Yeah, I smoke good weed, so these fuck niggas hate it
Bought thirty-five bottles, just to get faded
The tweak is heavy, the tweak is heavy
Before I leave the crib I grab the keys to my Chevy
I got some gold around my neck, got some gold in my mouth too
My wife is mixed, but damn she's thick like she's from the South too
Pourin' shots; takin' em, coning joints; bakin' em
Gettin' dollars; bankin' em, ballin' just like Aikman them
Fuck niggas; ain't with 'em, do dirt; hang with 'em
Find out they singing just like Frank and them
The tweak is heavy
My clique is ready
My diamonds crazy
Don't try to play me
The tweak is heavy
My clique is ready
My diamonds crazy
Don't try to play me
Ever wake up in Vegas you better play this
Ever blackout? You knowin' just what I rap 'bout
Ever smoke so much weed that you wanna tap out?
Ever go to a city and bring the trap out?
Bring the pack out, bring them racks out
All the way to the bank, got something to laugh 'bout
Drink four bottles of champagne ain't even pass out
'Bout that action, you niggas actin'
Niggas talkin' all that shit like it won't happen
Nigga come out to the Burg we get it crackin'
Youngin's packin', money stackin'
Once you get up out the game you can't get back in
The tweak is heavy
My clique is ready
My diamonds crazy
Don't try to play me
The tweak is heavy
My clique is ready
My diamonds crazy
Don't try to play me
In Wiz Khalifa's song "Tweak Is Heavy," the rap superstar boasts about his wealth and success, as well as his readiness to handle any situation that may come his way. The song's titular "tweak" refers to a sense of energy or intensity, which Wiz and his "clique" are able to harness and utilize to their advantage.
The first verse of the song includes lyrics describing Wiz's material possessions, such as his expensive watch and diamond jewelry. He also makes reference to his love of marijuana and the jealousy it inspires in others. Another verse mentions Wiz's ability to enjoy the finer things in life, including expensive alcohol and the company of attractive women. Ultimately, the message of the song is that Wiz and his crew are always ready for whatever comes their way, and are not to be underestimated.
Overall, "Tweak Is Heavy" is a song about confidence and swagger, with Wiz Khalifa flexing his success and proving that he's not to be trifled with. The song's energetic beat and catchy chorus make it a popular track among fans of rap and hip-hop.
Line by Line Meaning
The tweak is heavy
I have taken a strong, powerful drug called a tweak, which has altered my state of mind and made me feel invincible.
My clique is ready
I am surrounded by a group of trusted friends who are willing to do whatever it takes to support me and defend me.
My diamonds crazy
I have expensive, high-quality diamonds in my jewelry, which show that I am successful and have money to spend.
Don't try to play me
Do not try to deceive or manipulate me, as I am too smart and experienced to fall for your tricks or schemes.
A quarter million dollars, if I'm in it, I paid it
I am willing to spend a large amount of money to be involved in something that I believe is worth it, and I can afford to do so.
My watch by Rolex, niggas sayin' I made it
I have a luxury watch made by the prestigious brand Rolex, which indicates that I have achieved success and made it to the top.
Yeah, I smoke good weed, so these fuck niggas hate it
I enjoy smoking high-quality marijuana, but some people dislike it and judge me for it, which does not bother me.
Bought thirty-five bottles, just to get faded
I purchased 35 bottles of alcohol, which I consumed excessively in order to get drunk and escape my problems temporarily.
Before I leave the crib I grab the keys to my Chevy
Before I leave my house, I always make sure to take my car keys so that I can drive my Chevrolet, which is a reliable and comfortable vehicle.
I got some gold around my neck, got some gold in my mouth too
I have expensive gold jewelry around my neck, and even in my teeth, which shows off my wealth and status.
My wife is mixed, but damn she's thick like she's from the South too
My wife is of mixed race, but she has a curvaceous and attractive body shape that is commonly associated with women from the southern United States.
Pourin' shots; takin' em, coning joints; bakin' em
I am pouring and drinking shots of alcohol, as well as rolling and smoking joints filled with marijuana.
Gettin' dollars; bankin' em, ballin' just like Aikman them
I am earning a lot of money and depositing it in my bank account, while also enjoying a luxurious lifestyle similar to retired NFL quarterback Troy Aikman.
Fuck niggas; ain't with 'em, do dirt; hang with 'em
I do not associate or socialize with people I do not trust or who may harm me, but I may engage in illegal or risky activities with them if it benefits me.
Find out they singing just like Frank and them
If I discover that my associates are betraying me or talking behind my back, I will react harshly and expose them, like how singer Frank Ocean revealed his bisexuality and caused controversy.
Ever wake up in Vegas you better play this
If you wake up feeling hungover and disoriented in Las Vegas, this song will give you the energy and motivation to keep partying and enjoying the city.
Ever blackout? You knowin' just what I rap 'bout
If you have ever experienced an alcohol-induced blackout, you can relate to the lyrics of this song about heavy drinking and partying.
Ever smoke so much weed that you wanna tap out?
If you have ever consumed too much marijuana to the point where you feel overwhelmed, tired, or sick, you will understand the influence that drugs have on your mind and body.
Ever go to a city and bring the trap out?
If you ever visit a new city, you may have to bring your drug dealing or hustling skills in order to make money or survive, which can be risky or dangerous.
All the way to the bank, got something to laugh 'bout
I am so successful and wealthy that I can easily make money and enjoy my life, which I find amusing and satisfying.
Drink four bottles of champagne ain't even pass out
I have a high tolerance for alcohol and can drink multiple bottles of expensive champagne without getting too drunk or losing consciousness.
'Bout that action, you niggas actin'
I am a man of action and I do what I say, while others may only talk or pretend to act tough or cool.
Niggas talkin' all that shit like it won't happen
Some people boast or brag about their abilities or plans, but they may not have the courage or skill to follow through on their words.
Nigga come out to the Burg we get it crackin'
If someone challenges me or threatens me in Pittsburgh, I will take action and respond with force or violence.
Youngin's packin', money stackin'
I am surrounded by young and loyal members of my crew who carry guns and protect me, while I am also accumulating a lot of wealth and assets.
Once you get up out the game you can't get back in
It is difficult or impossible to leave a criminal or dangerous lifestyle once you are fully invested or connected, as you may not have any other options or skills outside of that world.
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The tweak is heavy
My clique is ready
My diamonds crazy
Don't try to play me
[Verse 1]
A quarter million dollars, if I'm in it, I paid it
My watch by Rolex, niggas sayin' I made it
Yeah, I smoke good weed, so these fuck niggas hate it
Bought thirty-five bottles, just to get faded
The tweak is heavy, the tweak is heavy
Before I leave the crib I grab the keys to my Chevy
I got some gold around my neck, got some gold in my mouth too
My wife is mixed, but damn she's thick like she's from the South too
Pourin' shots; takin' em, coning joints; bakin' em
Gettin' dollars; bankin' em, ballin' just like Aikman them
Fuck niggas; ain't with 'em, do dirt; hang with 'em
Find out they singing just like Frank and them
[Hook x2]
[Verse 2]
Ever wake up in Vegas you better play this
Ever blackout? You knowin' just what I rap 'bout
Ever smoke so much weed that you wanna tap out?
Ever go to a city and bring the trap out?
Bring the pack out, bring them racks out
All the way to the bank, got something to laugh 'bout
Drink four bottles of champagne ain't even pass out
'Bout that action, you niggas actin'
Niggas talkin' all that shit like it won't happen
Nigga come out to the Burg we get it crackin'
Youngin's packin', money stackin'
Once you get up out the game you can't get back in
@marlontyson1697
i went to the waken baken tour, i been supporting wiz since the flight school days. i got nothing but mad respect for wiz for all the success he has achieved.
@pthobson-nh8pp
Same
@francolopez9928
He is fuckin' legendary
@jaylifamc
Como o tempo passa rapido, eu vi quando esse som foi lançado, eu era apenas pré adolecente e poha hoje é meu aniversario ja de 25anos. Depois de 10 anos acompanhando o Wiz Khalifa, ele vai vim pro Brasil💚💛 este ano 🥰🥰
@leandromartinez2022
sos un genio te re admiro wiz tengo 27 años y desde los 15 te escucho y alos 17 sufri una esquisofrenia y siempre pense que me hablabas atraves de tu musica y videos gracias ala medicacion estoy controlado y sali de ese mundo de mentiras y te escucho a fulll soy de bs as argentina no tuve la posibilidad de verte cuando viniste al luna park y tampoco al lollapaloza por tema de economia este mensaje no es para pedirte nada es para que sepas que personas como yo con mi problema somos unicos y la pasamos mal pero gracias al de arriva yo estoy bien el mensaje que quiero dearte es que la rompiste y lograste tu meta por si solo y te admiro por eso yo tuve muchas metas pero ninguna pude cumplir por la razon de mi enfermedad pero estoy mas que seguro que la unica meta que SI voy a cumplir sera de verte en persona algun dia y estrechar tu mano sos lo mas grande para mi y nunca dejjare de escucharte.
@esther589
This bangs harder and harder as time goes by.
The tweak is heavy, my click is ready, my diamonds crazy , dont try to play me ❤️❤️❤️ Iconic
@A2PlusTwo
Ive been a fan of you for years and love all of your music, new or old. No matter what happens ill always be reppin TGOD, but I would love to hear some more songs like what was on the first Cabin Fever.
@87alock
If you got a system in your car, you know this shit thump
@iLoveTheseRemoras
I have an exhaust system
@user-jm7ki5fx1x
Now you don't need a system to hear the bass