: Part of the "Trap Wiz" era, the song features the bass-heavy, "in-the-moment" trap aesthetic that defined much of the 28 Grams project.
: The verses touch on the high-stakes reality of his career, with lyrics like, "Can you stand to sit for 14 hours on the plane / If you get caught, you'll never smoke again" . Wiz Khalifa - On A Plane {Prod. Cozmo} [28 Grams]
: Khalifa dismisses critics who claim he has changed, asserting instead that he is just "laying low" and prioritizing "money over hoes" while being nominated for Grammys. Critical Reception : Part of the "Trap Wiz" era, the
"On A Plane" employs the common hip-hop metaphor of flight to represent both physical elevation (traveling for fame) and being high. Critical Reception "On A Plane" employs the common
The track was produced by Bay Area veteran , a frequent collaborator who has worked with Taylor Gang members like Berner and Wiz Khalifa on numerous projects.
"On A Plane," produced by , is a standout track from Wiz Khalifa’s 2014 mixtape 28 Grams . Released on May 25, 2014, the mixtape arrived during a period of experimentation for Khalifa, coinciding with his highly publicized arrest for marijuana possession in El Paso, Texas, just hours before its drop. Production and Musical Context
Critics and fans view the song and the larger mixtape with mixed feelings: