Wiz Kalifa’s “Black and Yellow” is a love song to his possessions. It’s not about Pittsburgh, it’s about making it when you’re not supposed to. Like, “I wasn’t supposed to be a millionaire because I’m a nobody from Pittsburgh. No one thought I’d be rich/famous but I am so fuck you!” which is the sentiment that probably makes it a popular song. Not to imply that this is a new type of idea in popular music. There’s are lots of variations on “fuck you.” It’s a powerful/appealing message.
