Snoop's debut album, Doggystyle, produced by Dr. Dre and released in 1993 by Death Row Records, debuted at number one on both the Billboard 200 and Billboard Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts. Selling almost a million copies in the first week of its release, Doggystyle became certified 4× platinum in 1994 and spawned several hit singles, including "What's My Name?" and "Gin & Juice". In 1994 Snoop released a soundtrack on Death Row Records for the short film Murder Was the Case, starring himself. His second album, Tha Doggfather (1996), also debuted at number one on both charts, with "Snoop's Upside Ya Head" as the lead single. The album was certified double platinum in 1997.
After leaving Death Row Records, Snoop signed with No Limit Records, where he recorded his next three albums, Da Game Is to Be Sold, Not to Be Told (1998), No Limit Top Dogg (1999), and Tha Last Meal (2000). Snoop then signed with Priority/Capitol/EMI Records in 2002, where he released Paid tha Cost to Be da Boss. He then signed with Geffen Records in 2004 for his next three albums, R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece, Tha Blue Carpet Treatment, and Ego Trippin'. Malice 'n Wonderland (2009), and Doggumentary (2011) were released on Priority. Snoop Dogg has starred in motion pictures and hosted several television shows, including Doggy Fizzle Televizzle, Snoop Dogg's Father Hood, and Dogg After Dark. He also coaches a youth football league and a high school football team. In September 2009 Snoop was hired by EMI as the chairman of reactivated Priority Records.
In 2012, after a trip to Jamaica, Snoop announced a conversion to Rastafarianism and a new alias, Snoop Lion. As Snoop Lion he released a reggae album, Reincarnated, and a documentary film of the same name, about his Jamaican experience, in early 2013. His 13th studio album, Bush, was released in May 2015 and marked a return of the Snoop Dogg name. His 14th solo studio album, Coolaid, was released in July 2016. Snoop has 17 Grammy nominations without a win.
In 2018, he released his first gospel album, Bible of Love.
Kool Moe Dee ranks Snoop at No. 33 in his book There's a God on the Mic, and says he has "an ultra-smooth, laidback delivery" and "flavor-filled melodic rhyming". Peter Shapiro describes Snoop's delivery as a "molasses drawl" and AllMusic notes his "drawled, laconic rhyming" style. Kool Moe Dee refers to Snoop's use of vocabulary, saying he "keeps it real simple...he simplifies it and he's effective in his simplicity".
Snoop is known to freestyle some of his lyrics on the spot for some songs – in the book How to Rap, Lady of Rage says, "Snoop Dogg, when I worked with him earlier in his career, that's how created his stuff... he would freestyle, he wasn't a writer then, he was a freestyler," and The D.O.C. states, "Snoop's [rap] was a one take willy, but his shit was all freestyle. He hadn't written nothing down. He just came in and started busting. The song was "Tha Shiznit"—that was all freestyle. He started busting and when we got to the break, Dre cut the machine off, did the chorus and told Snoop to come back in. He did that throughout the record. That's when Snoop was in the zone then."
Peter Shapiro says that Snoop debuted on "Deep Cover" with a "shockingly original flow – which sounded like a Slick Rick born in South Carolina instead of South London" and adds that he "showed where his style came from by covering Slick Rick's 'La Di Da Di'". Referring to Snoop's flow, Kool Moe Dee calls him "one of the smoothest, funkiest flow-ers in the game". How to Rap also notes that Snoop is known to use syncopation in his flow to give it a laidback quality, as well as 'linking with rhythm' in his compound rhymes, using alliteration, and employing a "sparse" flow with good use of pauses.
Snoop re-popularized the use of -izzle speak, particularly in the pop and hip-hop music industry.
Snoop Dogg is a lifelong fan of professional wrestling. On March 30, 2008, Snoop Dogg appeared at WrestleMania XXIV as a Master of Ceremonies for a tag team match between Maria and Ashley Massaro as they took on Beth Phoenix and Melina. On a March 23, 2015 episode of Raw, Snoop Dogg appeared in a segment with Hulk Hogan and Curtis Axel. At WrestleMania 32, he accompanied his cousin Sasha Banks to the ring for her match, rapping over her theme music. He was also inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame in 2016.
Broadus made a special guest appearance in All Elite Wrestling on the January 6, 2021, episode of AEW Dynamite, titled New Year's Smash. During this appearance, Snoop appeared in the corner of Cody Rhodes during Rhodes's match with Matt Sydal. He later gave Serpentico a Frog Splash, with Rhodes then delivering a three-count.
Snoop Dogg would join The Miz to host both nights of WrestleMania 39. During Night 1, he accompanied Rey Mysterio in a lowrider during his entrance, paying tribute to the late Eddie Guerrero. On Night 2, he introduced Shane McMahon to face The Miz in another spontaneous match. McMahon would sustain a quad injury during the match prompting Snoop Dogg to improvise and finish the match himself, ultimately defeating Miz. Snoop Dogg's improvisational acts were lauded by wrestlers and executives, including WWE chief content officer Triple H.
220
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Fuck with my locs
Breakin' the bread
220 on the boat, here's a toast to my folks
It's a holiday, Crip, I'ma fuck with my locs
Get dressed, so fresh, big S on my chest
Now I'm feelin' work, yellow Steeler shirt
Picture a room full of Long Beach 20 Crips
Doin' this, who in this? You in this? We in this bitch
Wish the dead homeboys was seein' this shit
Neither, none, best 20 minutes or less
It's a C-Walk contest, who do it the best?
Write the set with the feet, skip along to the beat
Represent your shit and bang out your street
For real though, king of the hill though
Run up on a nigga, you get popped like a pill yo
See I'm a dub motherfucker, and all y'all know
So if you're with it, let's get it 432-O, come on
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
I got my 'do dirt' locs on, you better leave them gloves alone
Popped up on the blocks, glad to see, sit down homes
15s rumblin', carvin' up the concrete
I go back like G-Man and SA double G, yeah
Doggie Dogg scooped a nigga up a long time ago
And said, "We gotta do this for the big 2-O", you know
Let's slap some dominos, and crack some bitches, cuz
Catch me yellin' out (what?) Trick, I been the dub
This a hood day, nigga what a good day
Where them homies , hit him and tell him let's parlae
Never outta tune with the homies, with I keep the line open
Meditatin', contemplatin' the way we grind on em'
Big beefin' always told me always keep my crippin' tight
This one goes out to goats, cuh, 20 crip for life
Never ever will I switch up
My colors black and gold, all the homies throw your dubs up
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
I'm shootin' like I just started
But I'ma walk up in this motherfucker cold-hearted
I know you niggas don't see me as much as you'd like
'Cause I'm out gettin' money when I'm rockin' the mic
I'm a long way from Locus Ave, my locas have
Been there with me through the good and bad
Know look, let me reminisce, and twist a fuckin' blunt to spark
I got put on, '84 at King Park
Shottin' hoops with Charlie Mo and Rock Bottom
With the Bumblebee's, real east-side G's
Then go to Cal Rack and ball out for any black ass
And wait for all the bitches at Poly to get outta class
I'm poppin' at 'em from a distant, but I'm persistent
That's some 20 crip shit
See I'm a dub motherfucker and all y'all know
So if you're with it, let's get it 432-O, come on
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
What up cuh
Happy 220 day to you my nigga
Yeah cuh
I'm just shittin' out here my nigga, know what I'm sayin'?
Drinkin' on this Miller Genuine Draft
Feelin' real hood, ye know I'm sayin'?
It's hood day today cuh
Yeah, what's y'all gon' do cuh?
Shit, my nigga
Shit, the homies gettin' together cuh
We gon' fuck with the homies two times then
Alright I'll be dressed in 'round 20 mins then cuh
Let me know the location
Ra, ra, rollin', rollin'
In a minute cuh
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas)
The lyrics to Snoop Dogg's song 220 describe a day in the life of the Long Beach 20 Crips gang. The song starts with Snoop getting ready to head out on a boat ride with his fellow gang members. He references their signature blue "locs" (bandanas) and how they "break bread" or share their money and resources with each other.
As the song progresses, Snoop gives listeners a glimpse into the sense of camaraderie and loyalty that exists within the gang. He talks about how they represent their set (gang territory) through dancing and footwork, and how they wish their deceased members were there to witness their success.
The chorus ("Me and my niggas") reinforces the idea that the gang members are like family and will always roll together. Overall, the song shows the dichotomy of the gang lifestyle, with moments of celebration and brotherhood mixed in with the potential for violence and danger.
Line by Line Meaning
220 get dressed up, jumped on a boat
Donning my best attire, I hopped onto a boat to celebrate a special day
Fuck with my locs
Don't mess with my gang affiliation or disrespect my loyal crew
Breakin' the bread
Sharing a meal and breaking bread with my close homies
220 on the boat, here's a toast to my folks
Raising a glass to my loyal comrades on the boat for this special day
It's a holiday, Crip, I'ma fuck with my locs
Today is a special day for my gang, and we're going to celebrate with our loyal crew
Get dressed, so fresh, big S on my chest
Putting on my best clothes, I proudly display the big S for my gang on my chest
Now I'm feelin' work, yellow Steeler shirt
I'm feeling good and confident, rocking my yellow Steelers shirt
501's with the Stacy Adams tips
Wearing my best 501 jeans and Stacy Adams shoes to complete my gangster look
Picture a room full of Long Beach 20 Crips
Imagining a room full of my fellow Long Beach 20 Crip gang members, all celebrating together
Doin' this, who in this? You in this? We in this bitch
Doing this celebration with my loyal gang members and asking who else is with us in this party
Wish the dead homeboys was seein' this shit
Feeling nostalgic and wishing the deceased members of our gang could be here to witness this celebration
Neither, none, best 20 minutes or less
Showing off our C-Walk moves, we aim to prove who can do it best within 20 minutes or less
It's a C-Walk contest, who do it the best?
Competing in a C-Walk dance-off to determine who is the best
Write the set with the feet, skip along to the beat
Using our feet, we are performing our Crip gang's signature dance moves in rhythm to the music
Represent your shit and bang out your street
Showcasing our gang affiliation and representing our neighborhood with confidence
For real though, king of the hill though
Asserting our dominance as the rulers of our neighborhood and gang affiliation
Run up on a nigga, you get popped like a pill yo
Warning others not to mess with us, as we are quick to retaliate with potentially lethal force
See I'm a dub motherfucker, and all y'all know
Asserting my loyalty to my gang and reminding everyone that I am a member of the 20 Crips
So if you're with it, let's get it 432-O, come on
Inviting fellow gang members to join in and celebrate with us, using our signature call sign of '432-O'
(Me and my, me and my niggas)
Referring to myself and my loyal gang members as we celebrate together
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas) We rollin'
Again asserting myself and my loyal gang members as we roll and party together
I got my 'do dirt' locs on, you better leave them gloves alone
Wearing my signature 'do dirt' sunglasses, I am warning others not to mess with me or my gang affiliation
Popped up on the blocks, glad to see, sit down homes
Visiting my old neighborhood and catching up with old friends, enjoying spending time with them
15s rumblin', carvin' up the concrete
Feeling the rumble of my 15-inch subwoofers as I drive, carving up the concrete with my car
I go back like G-Man and SA double G, yeah
Referencing my gangster roots, going back as far as G-Man and SA double G
Doggie Dogg scooped a nigga up a long time ago
Reminiscing about when Snoop Dogg took me and others under his wing a long time ago
And said, "We gotta do this for the big 2-O", you know
Snoop Dogg encouraged us to celebrate and honor our gang affiliation for the special occasion of the 'big 2-O'
Let's slap some dominos, and crack some bitches, cuz
Suggesting we play a game of dominos and try to pick up some women
Catch me yellin' out (what?) Trick, I been the dub
Reminding others of my gang affiliation and calling out for someone to acknowledge my status as a 20 Crip
This a hood day, nigga what a good day
Celebrating this special day dedicated to our hood and gang affiliation
Where them homies, hit him and tell him let's parlae
Asking where my gang members are, so I can hit them up and invite them to party with us
Never outta tune with the homies, with I keep the line open
Staying connected with my fellow gang members and ensuring we are always on the same page
Meditatin', contemplatin' the way we grind on em'
Reflecting on our gang's history and strategy, thinking about how we have asserted our influence over others
Big beefin' always told me always keep my crippin' tight
Recalling a piece of advice given to me by Big Beefin', that I should always stay loyal and tight to my gang affiliation
This one goes out to goats, cuh, 20 crip for life
Dedicating this celebration to the greatest members of our gang, and committing myself to the 20 Crip lifestyle for life
Never ever will I switch up
Asserting that I will never abandon my gang affiliation or switch to a rival gang
My colors black and gold, all the homies throw your dubs up
Proudly showcasing my gang's colors of black and gold, and encouraging my fellow gang members to join in
I'm shootin' like I just started
Feeling confident and sharp, as if I just started my gangster career
But I'ma walk up in this motherfucker cold-hearted
Asserting that I will approach any situation with a tough and unemotional mindset
I know you niggas don't see me as much as you'd like
Acknowledging that some people may not see me as frequently as they wish, due to my busy schedule and gang obligations
'Cause I'm out gettin' money when I'm rockin' the mic
Explaining that I am often busy making money for myself and my gang, even while performing on stage
I'm a long way from Locus Ave, my locas have
Acknowledging that I have come a long way from my gang's roots on Locus Avenue, but still have a strong loyalty to my gang members
Been there with me through the good and bad
Reminiscing about the times my gang members have been by my side through thick and thin
Know look, let me reminisce, and twist a fuckin' blunt to spark
Taking a moment to reminisce about my gang's history, while also twisting a blunt to smoke and enjoy
I got put on, '84 at King Park
Remembering the year 1984 when I was officially initiated into my gang at King Park
Shottin' hoops with Charlie Mo and Rock Bottom
Recalling the times I used to play basketball with fellow gang members Charlie Mo and Rock Bottom
With the Bumblebee's, real east-side G's
Playing ball with my Bumblebee gang members, many of whom were real east-side gangsters
Then go to Cal Rack and ball out for any black ass
After playing basketball, we would go to Cal Rack and impress with our basketball skills
And wait for all the bitches at Poly to get outta class
Casually waiting for girls from the local Polytechnic High School to finish their classes and stop by to hang out with us
I'm poppin' at 'em from a distance, but I'm persistent
Flirting with the girls from a distance, but remaining persistent in my pursuit of them
That's some 20 crip shit
Laughing and acknowledging that my actions were typical of my gang affiliation
Happy 220 day to you my nigga
Wishing my fellow gang member a happy 220 day
I'm just shittin' out here my nigga, know what I'm sayin'?
Casually hanging out and enjoying myself, not taking things too seriously
Drinkin' on this Miller Genuine Draft
Drinking a Miller Genuine Draft beer and relaxing
Feelin' real hood, ye know I'm sayin'?
Feeling proud and confident of my gang affiliation and identity
It's hood day today cuh
Celebrating the special day dedicated to our hood and gang affiliation
Yeah, what's y'all gon' do cuh?
Asking my fellow gang members what they have planned for the celebration
Shit, the homies gettin' together cuh
Planning to get together with my fellow gang members for the celebration
We gon' fuck with the homies two times then
Planning to hang out and party with my loyal gang members twice during the day's celebration
Alright I'll be dressed in 'round 20 mins then cuh
Agreeing to meet up with my gang members in approximately 20 minutes, after dressing and getting ready
Let me know the location
Asking my fellow gang members to inform me of the location where we will meet up for the celebration
Ra, ra, rollin', rollin'
Cheering and getting excited for the upcoming celebration and festivities
(Me and my, me and my, me and my niggas)
Referring to myself and my loyal gang members as we head out together to celebrate
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Calvin Broadus, Keiwan Deshawn Spillman
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Kuntry Drip
Tray &Goldie two of the most underrated hip-hop artists in the game always bring those fiya ass bars love the Eastsiderz.
John Wilson
I second that!
L a t r e s a E asley
This right here straight up classic never being plastic just fantastic really though
L a t r e s a E asley
Are the real honey real know the real and that's why I'm right here waiting for you boo always and forever keeping it on a real and yes I will
Tshiamo Ramaepadi
SNOOP Dogg never disappoints 💯✌🔵
James Arnold
Love it snoop glad you back with that 🔥
West Side
snoop went hard on this one💯🔥🔥
SmokeMyBlunt
Seeing Snoop still making banger songs makes me wonder how it would be if Pac,BIGGIE and Easy were still around these days.
Kit
26 years in the business and snoop Dogg still smokin. This song goes hard. This is classic Snoop Dogg sound
Rob Justice
I luv it!!💯🔥✊