Is Khalifa a good place to start with Wiz Khalifa?

Yes, Khalifa is recommended as a starting point for new Wiz Khalifa listeners. An effortless blend of laid-back rhythms and catchy hooks, embodying the celebratory essence of Wiz Khalifa's persona. Released in early 2016, 'Khalifa' is Wiz Khalifa's sixth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Blacc Hollywood'. At this point in his career, Khalifa was solidifying his status as a mainstream hip-hop artist while also experimenting with new sounds and collaborations.

Khalifa works well if you're into laid-back celebration vibes, steady flow with climactic moments and for social gatherings.

How many songs are on Khalifa?

Khalifa has 13 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Released 10 years ago

Khalifa

Wiz Khalifa · 2016

51 min · 13 tracks · trap music

An effortless blend of laid-back rhythms and catchy hooks, embodying the celebratory essence of Wiz Khalifa's persona.

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Top tracks — play these first

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BTS Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Celebrate — This track epitomizes the album's party spirit, featuring upbeat production and lyrics that promote joy and living in the moment.
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Bake Sale — Featuring Travis Scott, this collaboration merges trap elements with Khalifa's signature style, making it a standout for its catchy hook and modern production.
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Most of Us — In this reflective track, Khalifa shares insights about life’s challenges and success, contrasting the carefree vibe of the album with deeper messages.
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Lit — With its vibrant energy and infectious chorus, this track became a staple at parties, encapsulating the celebratory essence of Khalifa's music.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

43 /100

Lowland

Higher than 2% of albums we've rated

The album showcases catchy hooks and laid-back rhythms but lacks significant depth or innovation.

What we noticed

The album features a consistent use of laid-back beats and melodic hooks across nearly all tracks, creating a relaxed vibe.
Several tracks incorporate guest features that shift the vocal dynamics, adding variety to the overall sound.
Most songs maintain a similar mid-tempo pace, with only a few moments that introduce faster rhythms or shifts in energy.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 6/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 5/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

laid-back celebration vibes
steady flow with climactic moments
for social gatherings
reflective yet upbeat listening
background soundtrack for relaxation

Maybe skip if you

prefer fast-paced, high-energy tracks
dislike introspective lyrical themes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Late Career Highlight — Continues commercial appeal and showcases Khalifa's established sound.
Themes: celebratory nightlife· trap collaborations
Moods: Uplifting· Chill
Career context: Released in early 2016, 'Khalifa' is Wiz Khalifa's sixth studio album, following the commercially successful 'Blacc Hollywood'. At this point in his career, Khalifa was solidifying his status as a mainstream hip-hop artist while also experimenting with new sounds and collaborations.
Stylistic neighbors: Snoop Dogg· Curren$y· Kid Cudi