Dillinger, like many of his peers, signed record deals with Death Row after being introduced to Dr. Dre by Warren G just as Dre began recording his seminal 1992 album, The Chronic. Dillinger contributed to The Chronic as well as his cousin Snoop Doggy Dogg's multi-platinum Doggystyle , Tupac Shakur's All Eyez on Me and the majority of the label's multi-platinum releases.
He released his first album Dogg Food with Kurupt as Tha Dogg Pound which went multi-platinum continuing Death Row's force as the most successful hiphop label. After Dr. Dre left the label, Daz became Death Row's main producer and was largely involved in Snoop's sophomore album Tha Doggfather and various compilations and soundtracks. After the death of Tupac Shakur, the departures of Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, Nate Dogg and the imprisonment of label CEO Suge Knight, Daz was the only major artist left on Death Row and mainly responsible for the work done in the label. In 1998 he released his solo-offering Retaliation, Revenge and Get Back for the first time using the more commercial-friendly artist name Daz Dillinger and even though the album reached gold status it was considered to be a commercial failure for the still high standards established by Death Row's previous releases.
Around 2000 Daz left the crumbling Death Row records and started his own imprint DPG Recordz. He released his second solo-album 2000's R.A.W. independently. Although the album didn't reach the success of his Death Row releases the album gained cult status in the underground West Coast rap scene. After that, Daz has kept on his business as CEO of his record label and has released several EP's and LP's with his name.
In 2002 Daz and his long time friend Kurupt parted ways because the latter rejoined Death Row and Daz's "arch-enemy" Suge Knight. Since that Daz and Kurupt have each released several dis records aimed at each other.
On April 13, 2005, Daz reunited with Kurupt through the peace meeting labelled "Protect the West", in which several other West Coast rap icons united to put aside their differences in hope of succeeding together.
Daz released an album on Jermaine Dupri's So So Def label titled 'So So Gangsta ' which's was released September 12, 2006
Dogg Catcha
Daz Dillinger Lyrics
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[Daz talking]
Yeah... right about now
I'm most definetly in the house
I want the party people to move left to right right to left
Yea, y'all know how we do this
Yea, c'mon, put yo hands in the air
[Daz verse]
Now drop to yo knees
And picture me diggity Daz flowin through the breeze
My style scretches from miles from miles, check my files
10 years in the game I been puttin it down
I loc with the finest
Y'all love the way that I'm rhymin and comin with precision
And you know I'll be grindin
Cause I'm a dogg house dogg pound chittey chow pow pow
Y'all know how we do it (you know we put it down)
Yea, they loving these hits for years
When the smoke clears Diggy Daz appears
I'm here for whatever never the less I got the remedy
to get the party pure energy before the next century
Swoopin down the block in a drop-top
I kept it coming with hit rocks and I don't stop
Movin the traffic in my zone it's havoc
I take caution going for miggy miles and miles
Flippin the wheels off the mother
Pump it up for the summer, I keeps it comin
I'm in the undercover scraping the back against the craw
And this is for my G's and my locs and doggz
[Soopafly chorus]
Dogg catcha, dogg catcha, dogg catcha
Dogg catcha, dogg catcha, dogg catcha
Dogg, dogg, dogg
Why must I be like that, why must I chase the cat, chase the cat
[Daz verse]
So you betta beware of my crew
Raid and blued up get chewed up
Still ya are brand crew get bruised up
My duu'z up users who us
You're just a phony ass rapper you can't fool us
My tools to rush ya (I'm the first ta get it off)
My crew'll rush ya (I'm the first ta set it off)
I'll ride this way and that way as you'll ways
Bump whut they say I do thangz my way
As now, forever elited please believe it
Ain't no busta in me homie I keeps it G
And see it like I see it the American dream
To be a Dogg Pound Gangsta on tha winning team
My scheme my plan and my plot take effect
Wit no sweat, lovin this gangsta hits
Lock it up hold it up and roll it up
Big faces homie everywhere that we showin up
You know us, soon as we step in tha house we gon'turn this mother out
Live it up to tha fullest homeboy you know I luv 'em all
And this is for my G's and my locs and doggz
[Soopafly chorus]
[Daz verse]
Now just wave your hands up in the air
Wave em all around like you just don't care
Hold up, wait a minute
All my thugs getting gangsta with it
Who cares what they say
I'ma do things my way, anyway anyhow
I'ma keep putting it down
Let my feet in this industry
Remember me the D-A to the Z
Going down the history, you mention me
Homie, I'm gangstafied
And the haters hate the vibe and the gangsters decide
It's time to get out to expand to spread out
Get your gun homie D-A-Z put some head out (you laid out!)
That's what I'm all about
Burn the rubber homeboy givin it up no doubt
Fo sho, the bass-bumper, straight party jumper
Ain't no busters allowed
This parties ain't for suckers
Y'all want this party started live (party started)
Y'all want this party started quickly
Y'all want this party started live (party started)
Y'all want this party started quickly
[Soopafly chorus]
[Daz outro]
All my homies go, woof woof
Ladies, meow meow
All my homies go, woof woof
Ladies, meow meow
All my homies go, woof woof
Ladies, meow meow
All my homies go, woof woof
Ladies
The lyrics to Daz Dillinger's song Dogg Catcha describe the artist's pride in his longevity and success in the hip hop industry. Daz commands his audience to drop to their knees and visualize him flowing through the breeze, highlighting his confident and powerful presence. He boasts about his precision and precision skills when rhyming, asserting his superiority in the rap game over the course of his ten-year career. Daz raps about his affiliation with the Dogg Pound Gangsta crew and the havoc they cause when they come around. His lyrics represent his approach to life and work, doing things his way and staying true to his gangsta roots.
The chorus, sung by Soopafly, repeats the phrase "Dogg Catcha" in between asking why Daz must chase the cat. The phrase refers to the act of chasing down enemies, or anyone who threatens the gangsta way of life. Soopafly's lyrics suggest that being a dogg catcha is part of Daz's nature, and he must keep up with his crew to survive in the rap industry.
The overall theme of Dogg Catcha is one of dominance and survival. Daz Dillinger expresses pride in his artistic and gangsta abilities, making it clear that he will not hesitate to catch any dogs who try to take him down.
Line by Line Meaning
Now drop to yo knees
Get down on your knees and worship me as Diggy Daz flows through the air
And picture me diggity Daz flowin through the breeze
Imagine the smooth flow of my rhymes as they flow like the wind
My style scretches from miles from miles, check my files
My unique style is evident from miles away, as proven by my extensive records
10 years in the game I been puttin it down
I've been a successful artist in the industry for a decade
Y'all love the way that I'm rhymin and comin with precision
My fans appreciate my precise and skillful rhyming abilities
Cause I'm a dogg house dogg pound chittey chow pow pow
As a proud member of Dogg House and Dogg Pound, I'm ready for action
Y'all know how we do it (you know we put it down)
We have a reputation for putting on great performances and entertaining our audience
When the smoke clears Diggy Daz appears
Even after the excitement dies down, I'm still standing and ready to keep going
I'm here for whatever never the less I got the remedy
I'm ready to do whatever it takes to keep the party hyped, and I have the perfect solution
to get the party pure energy before the next century
I want to make sure the party is full of pure, high-energy music for years to come
Swoopin down the block in a drop-top
Cruising down the street in a convertible
I kept it coming with hit rocks and I don't stop
I continue to create hit songs without slowing down
Movin the traffic in my zone it's havoc
The energy I bring to my music creates chaos and excitement among my fans
I take caution going for miggy miles and miles
I'm always careful and prepared for the long journey ahead
Flippin the wheels off the mother
My car is amazingly fast and runs smoothly
Pump it up for the summer, I keeps it comin
I want to keep the party going all summer long with my music
I'm in the undercover scraping the back against the craw
I'm enjoying the thrill of driving fast without getting caught
And this is for my G's and my locs and doggz
This song is dedicated to my fans and fellow gangsters
Dogg catcha, dogg catcha, dogg catch
I'm a dog catcher, catching anyone who tries to cross me
Why must I be like that, why must I chase the cat, chase the cat
Why do I have to be such a womanizer, always chasing after women?
So you betta beware of my crew
My crew is not to be messed with, be careful around us
Raid and blued up get chewed up
If you try to start trouble with us, you will suffer the consequences
Still ya are brand crew get bruised up
Even if you're new to the game, we'll still take you down
My tools to rush ya (I'm the first ta get it off)
I'm always the first one to attack and take action
My crew'll rush ya (I'm the first ta set it off)
My crew is always ready to take down anyone who messes with us
I'll ride this way and that way as you'll ways
I'll take any path necessary to succeed
Bump whut they say I do thangz my way
I don't care about what others say or think, I'll do things my way
As now, forever elited please believe it
I've always been elite and I always will be, just believe it
Ain't no busta in me homie I keeps it G
I'm not a fake or a coward, I always keep it real
And see it like I see it the American dream
I believe in the American dream and I'm living proof of it
To be a Dogg Pound Gangsta on tha winning team
I'm proud to be a member of Dogg Pound and a winner in the game
My scheme my plan and my plot take effect
My carefully crafted plan is coming to fruition
Wit no sweat, lovin this gangsta hits
I'm creating hit after hit with ease, enjoying every moment of it
Lock it up hold it up and roll it up
Keep the party going and bring out the weed
Big faces homie everywhere that we showin up
We're making big money and showing it off wherever we go
You know us, soon as we step in tha house we gon'turn this mother out
Everyone knows we're here to party and bring the house down
Live it up to tha fullest homeboy you know I luv 'em all
Party hard and enjoy every moment, that's what life is all about
Now just wave your hands up in the air
Get your hands in the air and show your love for the music
Wave em all around like you just don't care
Move your hands freely and dance like no one is watching
All my thugs getting gangsta with it
My gangster friends are getting wild and hyped
Who cares what they say
Don't listen to the haters, they don't matter
I'ma do things my way, anyway anyhow
I'll always do what I want, regardless of what others think
Let my feet in this industry
I've made my mark in this industry and I'm here to stay
Remember me the D-A to the Z
Don't forget who I am, the one and only D-A-Z
Going down the history, you mention me
My name will forever be associated with gangsta rap history
Homie, I'm gangstafied
I'm a true gangsta, completely immersed in the culture
And the haters hate the vibe and the gangsters decide
The haters don't understand our vibe, but we don't care because the real gangsters know what's up
It's time to get out to expand to spread out
It's time to take our message and music to the masses
Get your gun homie D-A-Z put some head out (you laid out!)
If necessary, I will take violent action to protect my crew and my music
That's what I'm all about
Being a gangsta and creating great music is what I'm all about
Burn the rubber homeboy givin it up no doubt
I'll race my car with no hesitation and give it my all
Fo sho, the bass-bumper, straight party jumper
My music is perfect for parties and will get everyone dancing
Ain't no busters allowed
Only true gangsters are welcome in our space
All my homies go, woof woof
All my male friends are like dogs, strong and loyal
Ladies, meow meow
All the ladies are like cats, beautiful and intriguing
Contributed by Max A. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@ms.sanchezmeadows-jefferso1088
It still goes hard in 2019!!
@melodylonebear2762
Hell yeah!!!
@PlAyEr-qk6uj
2023 💪👌
@calvinrhodes9817
2023 and beyond
@aaronbennett7474
still bumping the double cd in brighton england 2021...40 years young me...but was 24 when this dropped...
@agamemnonbusmalis8950
Respect Daz from Egypt in my hood every young Arab listen your song ! LA for ever
@mylesmcpherson8380
One of the coldest beats ever in rap history!! Daz a funky Brother! Keep making them hits my Brother!
@guslopez6424
Thanks to DAZ we have 2PACS CLASSICS 🦾😤👊🏽
@christheroman57
Was slapping this at the tender age of 9💯🔥
@ruger51995
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 I was 14 when I find this but my bro was playing snoop Dogg in 99-2000 when I was 4/5.playing twisted metal 2 was so dope back then not all this horseshit drama