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.
Yup
Wiz Khalifa Lyrics
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La Musica de Harry Fraud
Lemme just run it through in my head, real quick
Uh, get up off yo' ass
This cash ain't gon' get itself, the race ain't gon' win itself
Focus on yo' business and yo' health
Put them notches on yo' belt
Only smoke it if it's top tier
Never puttin' your trust in a girl, that's bein' smart, it's not fear
All that I'm sayin', they motive's not clear
Lookin' for a come up, you won't get a shot here
And still them bottles gon' pop, 'nother 30k, you gotta go shop
Even though it pains 'em, I guarantee it ain't ever gon' stop
I'm with a few G's, you ready or not?
We levelin' up, conversations 'bout television and such make a toast to the better us
We never die, never givin' up
Never let sucker sheep get ahead of us
Blow rapper weed on the regular
You just rappers with weed, etcetera
It's our time
I don't wanna hear you cry
Stop complaining, its our time
I don't wanna hear you cry
Stop complaining, complaining, yeah
Whatever you like, I got it on ice
Trips to paradise, never seen you wear it twice
We don't care the price, diamonds in our wrist wear
We celebrate 365 days out of the year
It took a lot to get here, some losses
Now we pour out our own liquor and race Porsches
Several options, stay real and still made a fortune
Doesn't happen often
Pull up, don't let the valet park it
Mama get in, don't make it awkward
This some G shit you wanna take part in
And if it ain't, well then I'll gladly beg your pardon
Rollin' KK, got it straight from out the garden
Bank the largest, thank the Lord when we make deposits
Lot of hate but we shake it off us
We invest if it's makin' dollars
This for legacy, it ain't for follows
It's our time
I don't wanna hear you cry
Stop complaining, its our time
I don't wanna hear you cry
Stop complaining, complaining, yeah
In Wiz Khalifa's song "Yup," he delivers a message of motivation and self-determination. The lyrics highlight the importance of taking action and being proactive in achieving success. Wiz encourages listeners to get off their lazy habits and realize that money isn't going to come to them easily. He emphasizes the need to focus on personal growth and success, figuratively symbolized by putting notches on one's belt. Wiz advocates for a smart approach to relationships, advising against blindly trusting others and being wary of their ulterior motives.
The lyrics also touch upon Wiz Khalifa's lifestyle as a successful rapper. He boasts about his lavish expenditures, such as popping expensive champagne bottles and going on trips to paradise. However, he assures listeners that his success didn't come without hard work and sacrifice. Wiz acknowledges the losses he's experienced along the way but celebrates his ability to now pour his own liquor and enjoy the finer things in life. He values staying authentic and true to oneself while accumulating wealth and success.
Overall, "Yup" is a confident and empowering anthem that encourages listeners to seize their moment and not waste time complaining or doubting themselves. Wiz Khalifa's lyrics serve as a reminder that success is attainable through hard work, determination, and a smart, focused mindset.
Line by Line Meaning
Uh, get up off yo' ass
Stop being lazy and take action
This cash ain't gon' get itself, the race ain't gon' win itself
You need to work hard to make money and achieve success
Focus on yo' business and yo' health
Pay attention to your career and take care of your well-being
Put them notches on yo' belt
Achieve accomplishments and experiences
Treat them haters like they not here
Ignore the negativity and don't let it affect you
Only smoke it if it's top tier
Only indulge in the best things in life
Never puttin' your trust in a girl, that's bein' smart, it's not fear
Being cautious with relationships is a wise choice, not fear
All that I'm sayin', they motive's not clear
People's intentions are unclear and questionable
Lookin' for a come up, you won't get a shot here
Opportunistic individuals won't find success here
And still them bottles gon' pop, 'nother 30k, you gotta go shop
Celebrate and enjoy success, spending money on luxury
Even though it pains 'em, I guarantee it ain't ever gon' stop
Despite causing jealousy, success will continue
I'm with a few G's, you ready or not?
I'm surrounded by successful individuals, are you prepared?
We levelin' up, conversations 'bout television and such make a toast to the better us
We're progressing and discussing meaningful topics, let's celebrate our growth
We never die, never givin' up
We possess resilience and determination
Never let sucker sheep get ahead of us
Don't allow foolish individuals to surpass us
Blow rapper weed on the regular
Regularly smoke high-quality marijuana
You just rappers with weed, etcetera
You're nothing more than average rappers with marijuana
Whatever you like, I got it on ice
I have whatever you desire, ready and available
Trips to paradise, never seen you wear it twice
Experiencing luxurious vacations, never repeating outfits
We don't care the price, diamonds in our wrist wear
We're not concerned about the cost, we wear expensive diamond accessories
We celebrate 365 days out of the year
We live every day like a celebration
It took a lot to get here, some losses
We faced challenges and encountered setbacks on our journey to success
Now we pour out our own liquor and race Porsches
We celebrate by indulging in expensive alcohol and racing luxury cars
Several options, stay real and still made a fortune
We had numerous opportunities but remained genuine and still achieved wealth
Doesn't happen often
This level of success is rare
Pull up, don't let the valet park it
Take charge and handle things yourself, don't rely on others
Mama get in, don't make it awkward
Get in the car smoothly, don't create a tense situation
This some G shit you wanna take part in
This is a cool and authentic experience you should be a part of
And if it ain't, well then I'll gladly beg your pardon
If you're not interested, I apologize for the mistake
Rollin' KK, got it straight from out the garden
Smoking high-quality marijuana directly sourced from the garden
Bank the largest, thank the Lord when we make deposits
We save a significant amount of money and express gratitude to a higher power
Lot of hate but we shake it off us
Despite facing criticism, we remain unaffected and move forward
We invest if it's makin' dollars
We only invest in lucrative opportunities
This for legacy, it ain't for follows
We're focused on leaving a lasting impact, not seeking popularity
I don't wanna hear you cry
I don't want to listen to your complaints or excuses
Stop complaining, its our time
Quit whining and realize that this is our moment for success
complaining, yeah
Stop complaining, it's useless
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Cameron Jibril Thomaz, Rory Quigley, Ulthman Fadahunsi
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Kakashi Espantapajaros
Sí, sí
Yeah, yup
Fraude de La Musica de Harry
La Musica de Harry Fraud
Déjame repasarlo en mi cabeza, muy rápido
Lemme just run it through in my head, real quick
Uh, levántate de tu culo
Uh, get up off yo' ass
Este dinero no se va a conseguir solo, la carrera no se va a ganar sola
This cash ain't gon' get itself, the race ain't gon' win itself
Concéntrese en su negocio y su salud
Focus on yo' business and yo' health
Ponles muescas en tu cinturón
Put them notches on yo' belt
Trata a los que odian como si no estuvieran aquí
Treat them haters like they not here
Solo fúmalo si es de primer nivel
Only smoke it if it's top tier
Nunca pongas tu confianza en una chica, eso es ser inteligente, no es miedo
Never puttin' your trust in a girl, that's bein' smart, it's not fear
Todo lo que digo, el motivo no está claro
All that I'm sayin', they motive's not clear
Buscando una subida, no tendrás una oportunidad aquí
Lookin' for a come up, you won't get a shot here
Y todavía esas botellas van a explotar, otros 30k, tienes que ir de compras
And still them bottles gon' pop, 'nother 30k, you gotta go shop
A pesar de que les duele, les garantizo que nunca se detendrá
Even though it pains 'em, I guarantee it ain't ever gon' stop
Estoy con algunas G, ¿estás listo o no?
I'm with a few G's, you ready or not?
Subimos de nivel, las conversaciones sobre la televisión y demás hacen un brindis por lo mejor de nosotros
We levelin' up, conversations 'bout television and such make a toast to the better us
Nunca morimos, nunca nos rendimos
We never die, never givin' up
Nunca dejes que las ovejas lechón se nos adelanten
Never let sucker sheep get ahead of us
Blow rapero weed de forma regular
Blow rapper weed on the regular
Ustedes solo raperos con marihuana, etcétera
You just rappers with weed, etcetera
Es nuestro tiempo
It's our time
No quiero escucharte llorar
I don't wanna hear you cry
Deja de quejarte, es nuestro momento
Stop complaining, its our time
No quiero escucharte llorar
I don't wanna hear you cry
Deja de quejarte, quejarte, sí
Stop complaining, complaining, yeah
Lo que quieras, lo tengo en hielo
Whatever you like, I got it on ice
Viajes al paraíso, nunca te he visto usarlo dos veces
Trips to paradise, never seen you wear it twice
No nos importa el precio, diamantes en nuestra muñeca.
We don't care the price, diamonds in our wrist wear
Celebramos los 365 días del año
We celebrate 365 days out of the year
Se necesitó mucho para llegar aquí, algunas pérdidas
It took a lot to get here, some losses
Ahora servimos nuestro propio licor y corremos Porsche
Now we pour out our own liquor and race Porsches
Varias opciones, mantente real y aún así haz una fortuna
Several options, stay real and still made a fortune
No pasa a menudo
Doesn't happen often
Detente, no dejes que el valet lo estacione
Pull up, don't let the valet park it
Mamá entra, no lo hagas incómodo
Mama get in, don't make it awkward
Esta mierda de G en la que quieres participar
This some G shit you wanna take part in
Y si no es así, entonces con mucho gusto le pediré perdón
And if it ain't, well then I'll gladly beg your pardon
Rollin 'KK, lo saqué directamente del jardín
Rollin' KK, got it straight from out the garden
El banco más grande, gracias al Señor cuando hacemos depósitos
Bank the largest, thank the Lord when we make deposits
Mucho odio, pero nos lo quitamos
Lot of hate but we shake it off us
Invertimos si es ganar dólares
We invest if it's makin' dollars
Esto es para el legado, no es para los siguientes
This for legacy, it ain't for follows
Es nuestro tiempo
It's our time
No quiero escucharte llorar
I don't wanna hear you cry
Deja de quejarte, es nuestro momento
Stop complaining, its our time
No quiero escucharte llorar
I don't wanna hear you cry
Deja de quejarte, quejarte, sí
Stop complaining, complaining, yeah
Imperator
When I heard that beat I already knew its about to be FIRE 🔥🔥🔥
AH 7
Imperator Ikr
Detailers United Radio
One of the dopest albums this year hands down 🙌🏾
Martin Gaona
Always making your music sound fresher than fresh keep it up inspiration wish we could Blaze one man.
John W
We don't deserve Harry Fraud, man! Those strings, those synths! Deji also killed the chorus and Wiz is dope as ever. This is my fave song of the album so far!
Christopher Ottaviano
Harry didn't play them strings or synths, but still he crushed it
Andrew Williams
Still rockin Fly Times Volume #1. Having a beautiful weekend ☀. Hope you wiz and spitta have a great weekend. And take care * 🤘🤑🤘 TGOD4LIFE ✈ JetLife4Ever 💎. ☮ Peace and love from 🇨🇦🤘
Ivan Cruz
It’s insane how underrated this song is. I mean the production is incredible. Harry fraud is a god
Frank Urbina
This song is amazing 🔥 Thank you Wiz
Larry Appiah
we don’t deserve harry fraud, the beat is a masterpiece and wiz was the perfect person to be on it.