It's Like This
Dr Dre & Snoop Doggy Dog Lyrics

Yeaaaah... Aftermath... D.R.E.
Expressing excitement and pride in being associated with Aftermath Records and Dr. Dre.

It ain't too much I haven't seen, touched or been through,
I've experienced a lot in life, both good and bad, and nothing surprises me anymore.

always on the move so I'm sorry if I offend you,
I apologize if my constant busy schedule and ambition bothers or upsets you.

but I got million dollar deals to attend to,
I have important business deals worth millions of dollars that require my attention.

time is money, and I don't have a second to lend you,
I understand the value of time and cannot spare a moment to help you.

I am the one, with the empire to run
I am the leader, responsible for managing my successful empire.

West Coast messiah, best known for fire,
I am a highly influential figure, especially in the West Coast music scene, known for my exceptional talent and passion.

Throw up your sets loc, the chronic smoke retired,
Represent your neighborhood affiliations proudly, but the era of excessive marijuana smoking and showing off luxurious lowrider cars is over.

no more low riders and golden spokes on tires?
Are we no longer interested in displaying flashy cars with customized golden wheels?

SSSSSSSSSTOP!
Enough! Let's put a halt to that discussion or topic.

I just had the Detox,
I have recently completed the Detox album, my highly anticipated project.

now I'm back on the block, like classic Reeboks,
I have returned to the music scene, making a comeback similar to the iconic status of classic Reebok sneakers.

as the beat knocks, you can put it in the air,
When the music starts playing and the beat is strong, you can feel the excitement and energy in the atmosphere.

couple of my artists beefin' but I wouldn't interfere,
Some of my artists might have conflicts or arguments, but I prefer not to get involved or take sides.

my style is innovation, trials and tribulations,
My musical style is characterized by constant innovation and overcoming challenges and hardships.

you can't rush perfection, so thanks for your patience,
Achieving perfection takes time, and I appreciate your understanding and patience throughout the process.

got on my troops, assembled in groups,
I have gathered my team, organized and ready to take action.

ready to shoot, dressed in bulletproof khaki suits like that...
Prepared for any potential danger, wearing protective gear to ensure their safety and efficiency.

It's like that, these cats are sick without me,
This is the reality, these artists are struggling and not as successful without my guidance and involvement.

When you need the medicine who they tell you to go see?
Whenever you require proper treatment or guidance, people recommend coming to me for assistance.

Never seen all you lookin' so lonely,
I have noticed that you all seem lonely and lost without my presence and influence.

But the Doc's office is open, prescribin' you what you need,
However, my guidance and expertise are readily available to provide you with what you require.

Got my patients out there waitin', the line is out the door,
I have many fans eagerly waiting for my new music, and the demand is overwhelming.

Here's a dose of, what you folks have been out there lookin' for...
Now, I'm here to give you exactly what you've been searching for and longing for in the music industry.

It ain't another nigga that can play how I play,
No one else can perform or create music in the unique and exceptional way that I do.

who else can take a longer hiatus than Sade,
Even Sade, known for taking long breaks between albums, cannot compare to the length of my absence.

come back and blow the scene up, sorta like Bombay,
Returning to the music scene with a bang, making a huge impact and causing a sensation, similar to the explosive nature of a bomb in Bombay (now Mumbai).

you on the road to success, but you're goin' the wrong way,
You may be on a path to success, but you are heading in the wrong direction and need to reassess your choices.

what up mo! I'm California's own, homegrown,
Greetings, my friend! I proudly represent California, born and raised here.

light up a zone, and smoke out, 'till your brains blown,
Let's enjoy some marijuana together and keep smoking until we become intoxicated.

me and Nate Dogg, on the same song,
Myself and Nate Dogg collaborated on a track, presenting our combined talent and chemistry.

now that's something you can definitely bank on,
That collaboration is a guaranteed success and something you can rely on or trust.

tell me how you seen a producer that's meaner,
Have you ever witnessed a producer who is more skilled and fierce than me?

with beats I'm a beast, like Toto Riina,
I am incredibly talented when it comes to producing beats, showcasing my greatness and strength, much like the infamous Italian mob boss Toto Riina.

I had my fair share of, courtroom subpoenas,
I have dealt with my fair share of legal issues, being summoned to court for various reasons.

now, I'm tryin' to live my life a little bit cleaner,
Nowadays, I'm striving to lead a more virtuous and morally upright life.

change is what I had to do,
I had to make significant changes in my life to improve and grow as a person.

I used to be a ruthless nigga with a attitude,
In the past, I had a reputation for being ruthless and having a confrontational demeanor.

made a lotta doe, then got senses to life on death row,
I earned a significant amount of money, but I became aware of the dangers and risks associated with living a chaotic and dangerous lifestyle.

I won my appeal, and drove off on three wheels, like that...
I triumphed in my legal case, and I left with an unconventional departure, driving away in a vehicle missing one wheel.

Compton's full of armed thieves and G's that'll do ya,
Compton is filled with dangerous criminals and gang members who are capable of harming or killing you.

so please don't let the palm trees and cool breeze fool ya,
Don't be deceived by the pleasant scenery of palm trees and refreshing breeze in Compton; it doesn't reflect the underlying dangers.

ya heard it first here, I've birthed the careers of almost,
I'm stating this fact for the first time here: I have played a significant role in launching the successful careers of numerous artists.

every hot rapper in the past 20 years,
Almost every popular and influential rapper from the last two decades owes their success, at least in part, to my guidance and support.

you would think dudes happily, would name a school after me,
Considering my impact and contributions to the music industry, one would expect artists to show gratitude by naming a school in my honor.

but instead they see me at events, and start attackin' me,
However, when they see me at events, some artists choose to confront me or criticize me.

but my faculty, is standin' right in back of me,
Regardless of the negativity and attacks I face, I have a loyal team of talented individuals supporting and standing behind me.

you must like sippin' food through a straw like a Daiquiri
If you engage in such behavior, it seems that you enjoy consuming your meals in a manner akin to sipping a thick beverage through a straw, like a Daiquiri cocktail.

come on, man... who you pretendin' to touch?,
Seriously, who are you trying to impress or challenge with your actions or words?

when the shit goes down, I don't gotta do much,
In times of confrontation or conflict, I don't need to exert much effort or physical involvement for things to go my way.

Buck, poke a hole in him, like a stem in a dutch,
To defeat an opponent, I only need to deliver one decisive blow, analogous to puncturing a hole in a rolled marijuana cigar (dutch).

we ain't tough, nahhh... we just defendin' what's us,
We are not seeking trouble or purposely acting tough; rather, we are merely protecting ourselves and what belongs to us.

I got a lot to lose, the drop-tops, yachts, and jewels,
I have accumulated a significant amount of valuable possessions, including convertible cars, luxurious boats, and expensive jewelry.

that's why I spot the fool, tryin' to stop my moves,
That's why I quickly identify and expose anyone foolish enough to attempt to hinder my progress or success.

I'm not takin' losses, I hang with bosses
I don't experience defeats or setbacks because I associate myself with powerful and influential individuals.

that can buy anything, like fuck what the cost is,
My associates possess vast amounts of wealth and can afford to purchase anything without concern for the price or its significance.

it's like that...
This is how things are in reality; this is the truth and the way things work.