Wiz Khalifa, born Cameron Jibril Thomaz on 8 September 1987, is an American rapper, singer, and actor. Raised in Pittsburgh, he began writing and recording music as a teenager, quickly gaining attention for his lyrical talent and laid-back delivery.
His debut album Show and Prove arrived in 2006, but it was the 2010 hit Black and Yellow that launched him into the mainstream. The song became a cultural anthem and reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100. His major-label debut Rolling Papers followed in 2011, featuring hits like Roll Up and No Sleep.
Wiz continued to evolve with albums such as O.N.I.F.C., Blacc Hollywood, and Multiverse. In 2015, his tribute to Paul Walker, See You Again featuring Charlie Puth, became a global hit and earned multiple Grammy nominations.
Known for his cannabis advocacy, entrepreneurial ventures, and genre-crossing collaborations, Wiz has built a career on authenticity and innovation. His music blends hip-hop with elements of pop, rock, and R&B, appealing to a wide audience while staying true to his roots.
