Wiz Khalifa
Cameron Jibril Thomaz
Wiz Khalifa is an American rapper from Minot, North Dakota active since 2005.
- Profession
- Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
- Born
- September 8, 1987
- Years active
- 2005–present
Early life
Born on a military base in North Dakota and raised in Pittsburgh, Cameron Thomaz built a grassroots following with his "Kush & Orange Juice" mixtape.
Career
His major-label debut produced the number-one hit "Black and Yellow," and the "See You Again" tribute became a global chart-topper and one of YouTube's most-viewed videos.
Major achievements
He scored multiple number-one singles and built the Taylor Gang label and a cannabis-branded business empire.
Legacy
Wiz Khalifa turned an easygoing, weed-friendly persona into durable pop-rap stardom and entrepreneurship.
References
Frequently asked questions about Wiz Khalifa
- What is Wiz Khalifa known for?
- Wiz Khalifa is an American rapper from Minot, North Dakota active since 2005. Wiz Khalifa is recognized as a rapper, singer, and songwriter.
- Where is Wiz Khalifa from?
- Wiz Khalifa is from Minot, North Dakota.
- When was Wiz Khalifa born?
- Wiz Khalifa was born on September 8, 1987, in Minot, North Dakota.
- What kind of music does Wiz Khalifa make?
- Wiz Khalifa's music spans Hip-hop, Pop-rap, and Stoner rap.
- Is Wiz Khalifa still active?
- Yes — Wiz Khalifa has been active since 2005 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Wiz Khalifa been associated with?
- Wiz Khalifa has been associated with Rostrum, Atlantic, and Taylor Gang.
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