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 4ร 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 โ 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"โthat 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 โ 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.
Can
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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On WBALLZ, right now, somethin' new, by Snoop Doggy Dogg
And this one goes out to the ladies, from all the guys
A big bow wow wow, 'cause we gon' make it a little misty here tonight
This is DJ EZ Dicc
On the station that slaps you across your fat ass
With a fat dick
Before you opened up your gap
I had respect for you, lady
But now I take it all back
'Cause you gave me all your pussy
And you even licked my balls
Leave your number on the cabinet
And I promise, baby, I'll give you a call
Next time I'm feelin' kinda horny
You can come on over, and I'll break you off
And if you can't fuck that day, baby
Just lay back, and open your mouth
'Cause I have never met a girl
That I love in the whole wide world
Well, if Kurupt gave a fuck about a bitch I'd always be broke
I'd never have no motherfuckin' indo to smoke
I gets loc'd and looney, bitch, you can't do me
Do we look like BBD? You hoochie groupie
I have no love for hoes
That's somethin' that I learnt in Tha Pound
So how the fuck am I supposed to pay this ho
Just to lay this ho?
I know the pussy's mines, I'ma fuck a couple more times
And then I'm through with it, there's nothin' else to do with it
Pass it to the homie, now you hit it
'Cause she ain't nothin' but a bitch to me
And y'all know, that bitches ain't shit to me
I gives a fuck, why don't y'all pay attention?
Approach it with a different proposition, I'm Kurupt
Hoe, you'll never be my only one, trick ass bitch
It ain't no fun, if the homies can't have none
It ain't no fun, if the homies can't have none
It ain't no fun, if the homies can't have none
It ain't no fun, if the homies can't have none
Guess who's back in the motherfuckin' house?
With a fat dick for your motherfuckin' mouth
Hoes recognize, niggas do too
'Cause when bitches get scandalous and pull a voodoo
What you gon' do? You really don't know
So I'd advise you not to trust that hoe
Silly of me to fall in love with a bitch
Knowin' damn well I'm too caught up with my grip
Now as the sun rotates and my game grows bigger (uh-huh)
How many bitches wanna fuck this nigga named Snoop Doggy?
I'm all the above
I'm too swift on my toes to get caught up with you hoes
But see, it ain't no fun, if my homies can't get a taste of it
'Cause you know I don't love 'em
Woo! Hey, now ya know, inhale, exhale with my flow
One for the money, two for the bitches
Three to get ready, and four to hit the switches
In my Chevy, six-fo', red to be exact
With bitches on my side, and bitches on my back
So back up bitch because I'm strugglin'
Just get on your knees and then start jugglin'
These motherfuckin' nuts in your mouth
It's me, Warren G, the nigga with the clout (woo)
It ain't no fun, if the homies can't have none
It ain't no fun, if the homies can't have none
It ain't no fun, if the homies can't have none
It ain't no fun, if the homies can't have none
(Soul)
The song "Can" by Snoop Dogg featuring The Dogg Pound Gangsta clique contains two different themes. The first verse, spoken by a character named Alien, express his fear of water and inability to swim. In contrast, Snoop Dogg's verses address the importance of trust and loyalty. He talks about how he has been in the rap game for a long time and how he is loved by millions of fans, but he still has to keep his guard up and not trust anyone, including white record executives. The ending of the song sees Alien, who had trusted Snoop, being betrayed when he is taken to water despite his fears.
The first stanza relates to Alien's irrational fear of water. It is an unexpected addition to the song, given that the other verses talk about a more serious issue of trust. Still, it could be viewed as a metaphor for the need to stay away from situations or activities that one fears, which would be key to developing a trusting relationship. Snoop's verses, on the other hand, warn against believing any kind of rhetoric, no matter how tempting it may sound, and remaining vigilant when it comes to business partnerships. Throughout the verses, he emphasizes the need to be self-reliant and to remain true to oneself.
Overall, "Can" by Snoop Dogg is an example of a rap song that addresses complex issues of trust and mistrust. The contrast between the different themes and characters means that the song is open to multiple interpretations, making it a fascinating addition to any hip-hop playlist.
Line by Line Meaning
I am sir dogg, dpg fuck, and I hate water.
I'm Snoop Dogg and I belong to the DPG crew. I really hate water.
I never learned to swim, put me down! let go of my leg! I hate water! I can't swim!
I never learned how to swim, please put me down and let go of my leg. I really hate water, I can't swim.
Now matter where I go, you got'cha eyes on me, And everybody sittin' around waitin' on me, Show us how you do it uncle snoopy, So fluid wit' your technique, y'all niggas gon' respect me,
No matter where I go, people have their eyes on me and are waiting for me. They want me to show them how I do things because I am so skilled. I am confident that people will respect me for my abilities.
Man, I been doin' dis' shit before I even learned how to crawl though, Gettin' interviewed by motherfuckers like geraldo, And niggas wanna know if I smoke newports or marlboros?
I have been working incredibly hard for a long time, even before I was able to walk. I have done interviews with people like Geraldo Rivera, and some people question my smoking habits.
Man, I'm fuckin' wit' dat real shit, nigga can you feel dis'? I make that shit for the realest of millions, While I'm wheelin' and dealin' and feelin the feelin', And oh what a relief it is, That snoop is back in dis motherfucker handlin' his biz,
I make real music that appeals to a lot of people. I'm hustling and making good deals. It's great to be back and handling my business.
Takin' care of his kids and makin' hits, oh shit, There it is again, you never know if your career might flop, fizz
I'm taking care of my children and making great music. However, I know that my career could take a turn for the worse at any moment.
Fuck these niggaz and peep out whitey ro, Somebody told? well then, somebody gettin' rolled on, And that's usually how the scenario rolls on,
I don't care about those people and I'm looking out for my next moves. If someone tells on me, I'll take care of them. That's how things usually go in these situations.
Baby girl said she wanna keep her clothes on, She either fuckin' gettin' stole on or gotta stroll home, Well number one, keep your hand on your gun, And don't (don't) trust (trust) anyone (anyone, one, one)
A girl said she wants to keep her clothes on, but if she's not sleeping with me she'll either get robbed or have to walk home. So I always keep a hand on my gun and don't trust anybody, period.
Oh, you can't trust nobody baby, you can't even trust your own mama! This is snoopy collins, trust no one, especially a bitch Or even a bitch-ass nigga, yo ha!
You can't trust anyone, not even your own mother. This is Snoopy Collins, and I don't trust anyone, especially not a woman or a weak man.
T-r-u-s-t in me, I'm sexy but I'm pussy, The homies in the hood call me lil' bo peep, And you da type a nigga I been dyin' ta meet, So snoopy, what'chu tryin' to do?
Trust me, I'm sexy but I'm also a bit of a pushover. My friends in the neighborhood call me Lil' Bo Peep. You're just the kind of guy I want to meet. So Snoop, what do you want?
Now hold on lil' mama, ain't no reason for me to lie to you, Now what I'm tryin' to do, and what I'm goin' do, Is hit this bud, I got a wife at home, Bitch I ain't lookin' for none, you might got kids for cause, or down wit' bud
Wait a minute, I have no reason to lie to you. What I am trying to do is smoke this marijuana. I am a married man and not looking for anything else. You might have kids or be interested in smoking marijuana.
If I was broke loc, these bitches wouldn't want me I'm tellin' you the good-god truth, you want proof? Ask them hoes over there, 'y'all wanna fuck snoop?' (yeah!) We'll take the money and the game away, I bet they won't say the same that day,
If I didn't have money, these women wouldn't want to be with me. I'm telling you the truth, and if you don't believe me, ask the women over there if they want to have sex with me. They just want money and are not interested in me as a person.
But it's okay, cause I don't trip, Cause 'bitches ain't shit but hoes and tricks', I thought I told you, bitch I'm a soulja, East side, long beach, gang-bang roller,
It's okay, I'm not worried about it. As the saying goes, 'women are not worth anything, only good for sex and manipulation.' I'm a soldier, representing the East Side of Long Beach and the gang culture.
From the solar, cause this, is it, Can ya dig it? (i can dig it!) Jelly roll pulled a rabbit out his hat, I pull a strap out my motherfucking back, cause I know it's like dat,
I'm from the solar system, and there's no doubt about it. Can you understand that? (Yes, I can!) Jelly Roll did something amazing, but I just pulled out my gun from my back because that's the reality I live in.
I'm in a meetin' wit' these white folks talkin' bread, They want a contract on a nigga till' I'm dead, If I don't sign they gon' turn me over to the feds, They struck me out, now I'm pinch-hittin' for the reds,
I'm in a meeting with white people, discussing money. They want to sign a contract with me until I die, and if I don't sign, they'll turn me over to the authorities. They turned me down, but now I'm trying to negotiate with Cincinnati Reds.
But I'm a dodger blue, so I gotta keep it true, I gotta home-run, nigga we long gone, I'm realizin', justizin', visualizin', Rip-ridin', put mines in, Takin' this game to the next level, Trustin' no one, especially them red devils, Keep ya head level, hand on my get-up,
But I grew up a Dodgers fan, so I have to stay true to my roots. We hit it out of the park and took off, and I'm realizing, adjusting, visualizing, and giving my all. I'm taking this game to the next level and not trusting anyone, especially the Reds. Keep your head steady and your hand on your gun.
Stay on the red-up, pimpin' ain't easy, but there's a whole lot of fed-up, And like I told you from the get-go, don't trust no one (no one, no one), And like I told you from the gettin', don't trust no one
Stay alert and ready for anything, because the life of a pimp is not easy and full of obstacles. There are a lot of people who are sick and tired of it. And as I told you from the beginning, don't trust anyone, period. Don't trust anyone, ever.
Oh no! you did it again! put me down! I hate water, I can't swim! I never learned to swim! I shouldn't have trusted you! I put all of my trust in you! And you took me to the water, oh no!
Oh no! You did it again! Please put me down and let go of my leg! I hate water and can't swim. I never learned how to swim, and I shouldn't have trusted you. I trusted you and you took me to the water.
Lyrics ยฉ BMG Rights Management, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Nathaniel Hale, Andre Young, Warren, Iii Griffin, Ricardo Brown, Calvin Broadus
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Johan Massy
R.I.P. Young Dolph you left us all with a great catalogue of music. I pray your spirit transcends High into a Heaven where you are surrounded by your loved ones. #PrayersUp4YoungDolph
Blue Berry
Facts even though Dolph was gone too early he had a great run and would have been big. Never thought Iโd see him dead, he was too much of a threat to the industry too much hate towards him. RIP DOLPH ๐ฌ๐
The Kindiger
@Blue Berry yeah man this one hurts
stacy longwebb
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S. M.
Amen ๐๐พโค๏ธ
Brandon Hammerman
Such a classic, RIP DOLPH :(
hellmann93
First jam the comes to mind!! Letโs get high!!!
Josh Moore
Letโs get high ๐๐ผ๐ฌ puttin one in the air now for my man Dolph ๐
PWOP
RIP LLKINGDOLPH ๐ฌ
L.O. Mello
Shout out to Snoop for jumping on a Track with the Legendary Dolph! #OGSnoop