Wiz Khalifa projected to sell 215,000 copies in First Week

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Last fall, Wiz Khalifa made the jump from mixtape rapper to rap superstar. The Pittsburgh rapper rose to fame behind his hit single, "Black & Yellow." His hit single became the anthem for the Pittsburgh Steelers and their fans.

With the NFL season over, some assumed Wiz Khalifa may be over. But, partnerships with Snoop Dogg and co-signs from some of rap's biggest names have made this impossible. Khalifa proved fans wrong with his "Roll Up" hit.

Yesterday, Wiz Khalifa released Rolling Papers, his debut album, through Atlantic Records. Because of the huge buzz from his singles, the album has done well. Despite only being out for a few days, projected sales are at 215,000 copies.

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Snoop Dogg discusses Chemistry with Wiz Khalifa

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Before they had even met, Snoop Dogg was a big fan of Wiz Khalifa. Any time he was asked about up-and-coming rappers, Snoop Dogg often pointed towards Wiz. When the two met, they instantly hit it off. One of the main reasons they got along so well was because they both loved marijuana.

Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa's relationship stems much farther than hip hop. Towards the end of the NFL season, both rappers rooted for the Pittsburgh Steelers. The rappers recorded several songs together during this period of time and soon plan to release them. Snoop Dogg said they have so many more projects coming up.

The two rappers teamed up for a movie, High School, which will be released later this year. The music they recorded together will be a part of the official soundtrack for the movie. Despite being close to Wiz Khalifa, now, Snoop Dogg revealed it was his son who turned him onto Wiz. Had it not been for him, he probably would not have known about Wiz Khalifa until the release of "Black & Yellow."

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Wiz Khalifa praises Lil Wayne's "Green & Yellow"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

The past year has been incredible for Wiz Khalifa and he is happy to be in his current position. Wiz Khalifa has a model girlfriend, a hit single, and his album is on the way. Last week, he was even challenged by Lil Wayne, the biggest rapper on the planet.

Wiz Khalifa's hit single, "Black & Yellow," became an anthem for his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers. The popularity of the song made many fans of Wiz Khalifa into fans of the Pittsburgh Steelers. Snoop Dogg even joined in on the festivities.

However, Wiz Khalifa's bandwagon did not come without a challenge. Lil Wayne recorded the "Green & Yellow" remix and supported the Green Bay Packers in the Super Bowl. He offered a challenge to Wiz and Snoop Dogg to cut their hair if their teams lost.

Lil Wayne's challenge went without a response from Wiz Khalifa and Snoop Dogg. Recently, Wiz Khalifa spoke about "Green & Yellow." Obviously, Khalifa heard the song and he was impressed by the lyrics. Even though he was a Pittsburgh fan, Wiz Khalifa enjoyed listening to "Green & Yellow." But, he did not engage in the challenge because he was not quite sure about his Steelers.

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Lil Wayne challenges Wiz Khalifa and Snoop Dogg

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Lil Wayne has been all over the place since being released from prison. Barely a month after his release and Lil Wayne was already working on Tha Carter IV. The first single from the album, "6'7," has become a major hit.

With the Super Bowl coming up tomorrow, Lil Wayne has been getting into the spirit. Long before the Super Bowl, Wiz Khalifa created an anthem for his hometown Pittsburgh Steelers. He was soon endorsed by Snoop Dogg.

Due to Khalifa's influence, hip hop is more involved in the NFL than usual. Lil Wayne, a major sports fan, also decided to get in the battle. Instead of paying homage to the Steelers, Wayne endorsed the Packers.

Not only did he pledge allegiance to the Green Bay Packers, but he also remixed "Black & Yellow" to endorse them. In an interview with ESPN, Lil Wayne sweetened the pot when he officially challenged not only Wiz Khalifa, but also Snoop Dogg. He said if the Packers win the Super Bowl, both rappers have to cut their hair. On the other hand, if the Steelers win, he will cut his hair.

The two rappers have yet to respond to Lil Wayne's challenge.

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Wiz Khalifa goes Double Platinum with "Black & Yellow"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Last fall, Wiz Khalifa had a plan and it has gone exactly the way he hoped for it to. The Pittsburgh rapper set out to create a song for his Taylor Gang crew. While the song was for them, he also wanted it to become the anthem for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Upon hitting the radio, "Black & Yellow" instantly became a hit record. While it did not top the Billboard Hot 100, it was a major hit. Late last year, the song was certified platinum by the RIAA. It was a major celebration for Wiz.

So far, the New Year has been great for Khalifa, as his song is still getting radio play and he has Amber Rose. Now, he is trying to push it as far as he can. With his album right around the corner, Wiz Khalifa is celebrating a double platinum single.

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Lil Wayne records Green Bay Packers' anthem, "Green & Yellow"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Wiz Khalifa knows he has officially made it now. In a matter of months, he has had a successful tour, a model girlfriend, a monster debut single, and a response from Lil Wayne. Khalifa recorded "Black & Yellow" in hopes of it becoming an anthem for the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Five months later, his mission has been accomplished. Wiz Khalifa has made hip hop fans across the United States into Steelers fans. Not only has the song inspired the team, it has also helped Pittsburgh make it to the Super Bowl.

Because of Wiz' influence, it seems as if everyone is rooting for his hometown team. Lil Wayne has always been an outside of the box rapper and he has made a record for the underdogs. Wayne has recorded a new song, "Green & Yellow," for the Green Bay Packers.

Wayne is not the only rapper to show support to the Packers, as Game has too.

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Wiz Khalifa to perform at AFC Championship Game

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

When Wiz Khalifa began recording in 2010, he wanted to create an anthem for his city, Pittsburgh. In the fall of 2010, his single, "Black & Yellow," was released and it became one of the biggest hits late in the year. In the time since its release, "Black & Yellow" has become the anthem Wiz wanted it to be.

As the Pittsburgh Steelers have played this season, the song has been their anthem. Fans of Wiz Khalifa credit the song for the Steelers' success. Wiz Khalifa said he knew he had made it when the people in his hometown truly loved his music. There have been times when people have been lukewarm, but that time is in the past.

Recently, Wiz Khalifa was booked to perform his anthem in his hometown. Before the start of the AFC Championship Game, Wiz Khalifa will perform his hit single in front of the people. He will also engage in the Terrible Towel Twirl ceremony before the start of the game. Wiz Khalifa's idea with "Black & Yellow" has paid off and then some, given the response of the music.

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