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.
ATL Theme Song Feat. DPGC
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Big Blocks, Big Shots
From the bottom, to the top
Lock him up, spot him up then you gon' drive
All D, All we, gonna do is win
Feels so good when the winning begins
Try to build your team up
That's the G-way when you play 2K, Aye!
What's the Game Mode, what's the new features
Can you make a jump shot
Sittin' in the bleachers
I'm a teach you what you
Wanna know, take a shot, let it go
2k11, with the S-N-Double O
Pick and roll, dip' n dash, defense
Talkin' trash
Take a 3, and all you heard was spash
My game speed is a 85
I'm a Hall of famer, with Laker pride
I pop outside, I'll take ya inside
I'll cross you over with that
Old school dribble drive
You love this flow, that I bring
Back to back, on track, Roll to the ring
Teamwork, make a dream work for real though
You wanna play that dog?
You better tight'n up your skills yo
You wanna quick game
Or set your attributes and game sliders
Now execute
Now get it right, now lock'n load
Puttin' paint where it ain't
Soul in the hole inspiration, Domination
To be the best, that's my motivation
As I quest, none the less
Beast from the east, best from the west
Stylin', Filin'
N' when the All-star Game come
Put my name in the ballot
Top of my grade, NBA 2k11
Best Game Ever made
Big Blocks, Big Shots
From the bottom, to the top
Lock him up, spot him up then you gon' drive
All D, All we, gonna do is win
Feels so good, wanna win it again
Wanna win it again
Big Blocks, Big Shots
From the bottom, to the top
Lock him up, spot him up then you gon' drive
All D, All we, gonna do is win
Feels so good, wanna win it again
Yeah, there ya have it, NBA 2k11
Big Snoop D-O-Double G yeah, ya dig
Lets get it together
What, you wanna go one on one five on five
We can go online if you like
Yeah, banger ball ball till you fall
Big Snoop Dogg yigy Yigy, Yes Yall, Yall
Yeah, yeah big shots, Big blocks
From the bottom to the top ya dig
In these lyrics from Snoop Dogg's song "ATL Theme Song Feat. DPGC," there is a strong emphasis on the game NBA 2k11 and the competitive spirit and skills involved in playing it. Snoop Dogg starts by energetically asking who's up next in the game, setting the tone for the competitive nature of the track. He references big blocks and big shots, symbolizing the powerful moves and game-changing plays that players aim to make from the bottom to the top, signifying progress and success on the court.
The lyrics delve into the strategies of the game, with mentions of locking up opponents, spotting them up for a drive, and focusing on defense and teamwork to secure victories. Snoop Dogg highlights the satisfaction and thrill of winning, emphasizing the gratification that comes with success in the game. He also touches on building teams and steam, showcasing the importance of collaboration and skill development in order to excel in NBA 2k11.
As the lyrics progress, Snoop Dogg offers advice on mastering the game, encouraging players to focus on their skills and execution, including making jump shots and utilizing game features effectively. He exudes confidence in his own game speed and prowess, referencing his Hall of Fame status and Lakers pride. Snoop Dogg promotes the idea of continuous improvement and dedication, stressing the value of practice and honing one's abilities to achieve greatness in the virtual basketball realm.
The final verses further highlight Snoop Dogg's passion for the game, as he expresses his motivation to be the best and dominate the competition. He acknowledges the thrill of playing in the All-star Game and aims to be at the top of his game in NBA 2k11. The repeated references to big blocks and big shots reinforce the importance of making impactful plays and rising to the occasion in high-stakes moments. Overall, the lyrics capture the intensity, skill, and camaraderie of competitive gaming while showcasing Snoop Dogg's enthusiasm for the sport and his dedication to excelling in it.
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