Wiz Khalifa and Snoop Dogg are two of the most popular and influential rappers in the music industry. They have collaborated on several songs, a movie, and a tour. They also share a love for marijuana and have been seen smoking together on many occasions. But are they related by blood or marriage? The answer is no. Wiz Khalifa is not related to Snoop Dogg, despite the rumors that circulated online.
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How the Rumors Started
The rumors that Wiz Khalifa was the nephew of Snoop Dogg started when Snoop Dogg referred to him as his nephew in an interview with MTV News in 2010. Snoop said that he was impressed by Wiz’s music and wanted to work with him. He also said that he felt a connection with Wiz because they both had similar styles and personalities.
However, Snoop later clarified that he was not Wiz’s uncle in the literal sense, but rather in the Hip Hop sense. He explained that he calls many young rappers his nephews as a sign of respect and mentorship. He said that he considers Wiz as part of his family because they have a lot in common and have a genuine friendship.
How Their Friendship Developed
Wiz Khalifa and Snoop Dogg met for the first time at Rock The Bells, a Hip Hop festival, in 2010. According to HipHopDX, the meeting was arranged by Chang Weisberg, the founder of Guerilla Union, the company that organizes the festival. Weisberg said that he wanted to introduce Wiz to Snoop because he felt that they had a similar spirit and vibe.
The meeting was a success, as Wiz and Snoop hit it off right away. They exchanged phone numbers and kept in touch. Snoop invited Wiz to his studio in Los Angeles and they recorded several songs together, including the remix of “Black and Yellow”, Wiz’s breakout hit. They also decided to make a movie and a soundtrack together, titled Mac & Devin Go To High School, which was released in 2012. The movie was a comedy about two high school students who become friends and go on various adventures. The soundtrack featured the song “Young, Wild & Free”, which became a chart-topping anthem for their fans.
Wiz and Snoop also went on tour together in 2012, called The High Road Tour. They performed in various cities across North America and Europe, entertaining their audiences with their music and their humor. They also smoked a lot of weed on stage and backstage, as they are both avid users and advocates of cannabis.
How Their Friendship Continues
Wiz Khalifa and Snoop Dogg have remained close friends over the years, despite their busy schedules and different projects. They still collaborate on music from time to time, such as on the song “Penthouse” from Wiz’s 2018 album Rolling Papers 2. They also support each other’s endeavors, such as Snoop’s venture into reggae music with his alter ego Snoop Lion, or Wiz’s involvement in mixed martial arts.
In an interview with UPROXX in 2020, Wiz revealed that he manifested his friendship with Snoop by visualizing himself working with him when he was driving around listening to his music. He said that he believed that he deserved to hang out with Snoop because they were so cool and similar. He also said that Snoop kept his word on everything they planned to do together and that their friendship was not one-sided.
Wiz also expressed his admiration for Snoop’s longevity and influence in the rap game. He said that Snoop was one of his biggest inspirations and mentors, and that he learned a lot from him about music, business, and life.
Snoop Dogg has also praised Wiz Khalifa for his talent and success. He said that he saw himself in Wiz when he first met him, and that he wanted to help him grow and shine. He said that Wiz was like his little brother and that he loved him like family.
Conclusion
Wiz Khalifa is not related to Snoop Dogg by blood or marriage, but by friendship and respect. They have formed a strong bond over their shared passion for music, marijuana, and fun. They have also influenced each other’s careers and lives in positive ways. They are not only partners-in-rhyme, but also brothers-in-spirit.
