Wiz Khalifa: A Decade of Hip-Hop Success
Wiz Khalifa is a prominent figure in the world of hip-hop. With a career spanning over a decade, Khalifa has made a name for himself as one of the genre’s most successful and influential artists. In this article, we will take a closer look at the life and career of Wiz Khalifa and explore his impact on hip-hop.
Early Life and Career
Wiz Khalifa was born Cameron Jibril Thomaz in 1987 in Minot, North Dakota. His parents divorced when he was three years old, and his mother raised him in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Khalifa began rapping at a young age and released his first mixtape, “Prince of the City: Welcome to Pistolvania,” in 2005.
Khalifa’s career began to take off in the late 2000s, and he gained widespread recognition with the release of his 2010 single “Black and Yellow.” The song became a chart-topping hit and the anthem for his hometown sports team, the Pittsburgh Steelers. They still use the track today in numerous sports games and television shows, continuing to increase Khalifa’s fame.
Musical Success and Collaborations
Since the release of “Black and Yellow,” Wiz Khalifa has continued to release successful albums and singles. Some of his most popular tracks include “See You Again,” “Work Hard, Play Hard,” and “No Sleep.” “See You Again” became one of the most viewed music videos on YouTube and was featured in the 2015 film “Furious 7.” The song received widespread critical acclaim and a nomination for a Grammy award for Best Pop
Duo/Group Performance.
In addition to his solo work, Wiz Khalifa collaborates with other artists. He has worked with many artists, including Snoop Dogg, Maroon 5, and Charlie Puth. These collaborations have helped to expand his audience further and cement his place as a respected figure in the music industry.
Activism and Philanthropy
Many also know the artist for his philanthropic work and activism, in addition to his music. He has used his platform to raise awareness about issues such as drug addiction, police brutality, and mental health. He has also supported various charitable organizations, including the Make-A-
Wish Foundation and the Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh.
Khalifa has been open about his struggles with drug addiction and has used his experiences to inspire and help others. He has also advocated for criminal justice reform and spoken out against police brutality and racial injustice.
The Wiz Khalifa Mixtape
Many years ago, a friend of mine who is a big Wiz Khalifa fan asked me to make a Wiz mix. At the time, I was not too big of a fan. Nonetheless, after diving deep into the talented artist’s music by the end of the mix, I was one. I dedicate this mix to you, John Q.
Track List:
0:00 Purp 1:26 Tweak Is Heavy 4:07 It’s Nothin ft. 2 Chainz 7:28 Work Hard, Play Hard 11:03 MIA ft. Juicy J 18:11 Till I Die ft. Big Sean and Chris Brown 21:47 On My Level ft. Too $hort 25:58 Still Blazin 28:49 Never been 31:34 Berner – “Yoko” feat. Chris Brown , Wiz Khalifa and Big Krit 39:23 No Sleep 41:50 French Inhale 44:06 Black and Yellow ft. Juicy J, Snoop Dogg & T-Pain (G-Mix Video) 48:07 Bout That 51:05 This Plane 54:06 California 56:20 Brainstorm 58:15 Ink My Whole Body 1:00:44 DayToday Season 4 1:04:41 The Thrill 1:08:15 Terrace Martin – Do It Again ft. Kendrick Lamar & Wiz Khalifa