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.
Caught Up
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Dope pound gangsta feel
Want a real DJ, with a OGA
A bitch is a bitch, whether she poor or rich
She still gettin' a gang of dicks
It don't matter what you do or say
'Cause bitch you can't change my feelin's no way
I've been across the whole U.S.A.
Same ol' hoes on different days
Just ask my big homeboy Snoop de Snoop
Bitch you ain't cute with all that, woop de woop
I might just rock ya, I ain't afraid to blast
I might rock a fella like Dame and dash
Grip the heater and slap your ass
Cock it back, automatic clap your ass
Now this is how a gangster mash out
The homies in the Coupe, me and Snoop in the glass house
Bouncin', bouncin', bouncin', swervin'
Blaze up a whole ounce and get the ramen with the cotton candy
Yeah, and all my niggaz say, ride on, ride on
Yeah, and all the homies say, ride on
Yeah, and all the bitches say, ride on
Yeah, and all the robbers say, ride on, can't get caught up
Yeah, and all my niggaz say, ride on, ride on
Yeah, and all the homies say, ride on
Yeah, and all the bitches say, ride on
I'm out to paper count the paper bump some bitches and move
I take a trip with my click on a three day cruise
Spank the corner in the fo', sittin' low gettin' low
Now we headed to the sto' in the fo', hoes holler
Top dollar with the gold flea collar dippin' in my blue Impala
They say Snoop Dogg is a fool 'cause he got the bitches
And the little homey sellin' weed up outta high school
I never ever break the law, I just bend it
Keep everythin' splendid, that's how I intend it
Class is in session, you might get suspended, shh
If you don't shut the fuck up and listen for a minute
I've been in it for life with two kids and a wife
With no tattooes just stress and stripes, so
I'ma do what I feel and do what I like
But I won't go to sleep without my heater at night, ride on
Yeah, and all my niggaz say, ride on, ride on
Yeah, and all the homies say, ride on
Yeah, and all the bitches say, ride on
Yeah, and all the robbers say, ride on, can't get caught up
Yeah, and all my niggaz say, ride on, ride on
Yeah, and all the homies say, ride on
Yeah, and all the bitches say, ride on
Nigga gimme evrything you got, from your hat
To your contacts, T-shirt to your socks
Dogg Pound affiliate, Hell naw nigga
Certified branded Cedar Paul nigga
Mashin', grey and blue all day
All night all heated with heaters, Mac-11's
Nine millimeters, whattup Big Nate
I got a bitch that gobble up dicks like steak
She lives upstate and I don't think
Near a one of those bitches is proper, stash the chopper
DPology, D P G but first call Snoop
Whattup big homey niggaz with the swoop
The homey jumps in whips out the four pound
When we get there, we shakin' all motherfucker down
It's what I had in mind, let's get paid hit the spot
Just like a raid one of the homies got a gauge, come on
Yeah, and all my niggaz say, ride on, ride on
Yeah, and all the homies say, ride on
Yeah, and all the bitches say, ride on
Yeah, and all the robbers say, ride on, can't get caught up
Yeah, and all my niggaz say, ride on, ride on
Yeah, and all the homies say, ride on
Yeah, and all the bitches say, ride on
Yeah, and all the robbers say, ride on
Let me holler at y'all for a minute man
I mean this game is gettin' real deep
We got niggaz that be misrepresentin'
I mean, motherfuckers you know thinkin' that DPG
Is a motherfuckin' football game or a football team or somethin'
Niggaz walkin' on and shit like they free agents
And just leavin' when they want to nigga this ain't no game
This is a motherfuckin' way of life
DPGC, Dogg Pound Gangsta, nigga
The fuck wrong with these niggaz man?
Niggaz be straight tryin' to put they little twist down, holla at 'em
But you know we tryin' to stay two steps
Ahead of the game baby, y'know?
Let me holler at y'all for a minute, especially you
You done stepped in some Dogg Shit, check your shoes
Nigga this ain't Hollywood, the House of Blues
It's the Dogg House so regroup your troops
And tell 'em it's Kurupt and Snoop
Fuck your crew it's on I take your Brome
It's Don Corleone in the Chronic zone
I turn your dubs into nickels while I'm chillin'
I melt your rhymes into icicles while I'm killin'
Sell 'em, I tell 'em, Kurupt, what's up?
I know you feel like givin' it up
We can't stop, won't stop, what for
'Cause every other day another nigga tryin' to pull a dulo
You know when I was fuckin' with the hood
It was all bad, thought it was all good
A nigga had to take a breather now I'm Living Single
Like Khadijah 'cause they'll squeeze ya
Fuck a feedin' fish, I put my dick in your bitch
And make a wish, ha hah
Nigga that's gangsta shit with the gangsta twist
Yeah, Dogg Pound gangsta
The song Ride On/ Caught Up by Snoop Dogg feat. Kurupt is a classic gangsta rap anthem that is unapologetically aggressive in its approach. The lyrics are meant to be intimidating, with the rappers boasting about their power and wealth. The first few lines of the song set the tone for what's to come, with Snoop Dogg proclaiming that he's "back by popular demand" and that he's got a "Dope pound gangsta feel." He also talks about wanting a "real DJ with a OGA," which is a reference to the popular DJ in the 90s, DJ Quik.
The song's main theme is the idea that a "bitch is a bitch, whether she's poor or rich." The rappers are essentially saying that they don't care about a woman's social status, as long as she's willing to have sex with them. The lyrics are filled with violent and vulgar language, with Snoop Dogg rapping that he might "rock a fella like Dame and dash" and that he's not afraid to "cock it back, automatic clap your ass." Meanwhile, Kurupt talks about turning "dubs into nickels" and "melting rhymes into icicles" while he's "killin'."
Overall, Ride On/ Caught Up is a hard-hitting gangsta rap song that is meant to intimidate and assert dominance. It's a classic example of the genre, with its heavy beats, aggressive lyrics, and uncompromising attitude.
Line by Line Meaning
Back by popular demand
We are here because people want us back
Dope pound gangsta feel
We have a strong and authentic gangsta vibe
Want a real DJ, with a OGA
We need a DJ who understands and appreciates the gangsta culture
A bitch is a bitch, whether she poor or rich
No matter a woman's wealth, she will still be used by men
She still gettin' a gang of dicks
Men will still take advantage of her
It don't matter what you do or say
No matter what you do or say, it won't change my feelings
'Cause bitch you can't change my feelin's no way
Because you are incapable of affecting my emotions
I've been across the whole U.S.A.
I have traveled extensively across America
Same ol' hoes on different days
Encountering the same type of women in different cities
Just ask my big homeboy Snoop de Snoop
Just ask my close friend Snoop Dogg
Bitch you ain't cute with all that, woop de woop
You aren't attractive with all your fake behavior
I might just rock ya, I ain't afraid to blast
I may overpower you, and I am not afraid to use violence
I might rock a fella like Dame and dash
I might physically harm someone, similar to how Dame and Dash act
Grip the heater and slap your ass
Hold a gun and hit you
Cock it back, automatic clap your ass
Load the gun and shoot you repeatedly
Now this is how a gangster mash out
This is how real gangsters act
The homies in the Coupe, me and Snoop in the glass house
My friends and I are in a luxury car, Snoop and I in a fancy house
Bouncin', bouncin', bouncin', swervin'
Bouncing and swerving in the car
Blaze up a whole ounce and get the ramen with the cotton candy
Smoke a large amount of marijuana and enjoy sugary snacks with noodles
Yeah, and all my niggaz say, ride on, ride on
My friends are encouraging me to continue with my lifestyle
Yeah, and all the homies say, ride on
My close friends also support me
Yeah, and all the bitches say, ride on
Even the women admire my actions
Yeah, and all the robbers say, ride on, can't get caught up
Even criminals agree with me, as long as they avoid getting caught
I'm out to paper count the paper bump some bitches and move
I am focused on making money, using women, and progressing
I take a trip with my click on a three day cruise
I go on vacations with my group of friends for three days
Spank the corner in the fo', sittin' low gettin' low
Driving in a lowrider car, bouncing the car's rear end
Now we headed to the sto' in the fo', hoes holler
Now we are going to the store, and women are attracted to us
Top dollar with the gold flea collar dippin' in my blue Impala
I have a lot of money and wear expensive jewelry while driving my blue car
They say Snoop Dogg is a fool 'cause he got the bitches
People criticize Snoop Dogg for having many women
And the little homey sellin' weed up outta high school
The young guys are selling drugs while still in high school
I never ever break the law, I just bend it
I don't fully break the law, I just circumvent it
Keep everythin' splendid, that's how I intend it
I strive to keep everything outstanding
Class is in session, you might get suspended, shh
I am teaching a lesson, and if you don't listen, there will be consequences
If you don't shut the fuck up and listen for a minute
Be quiet and pay attention
I've been in it for life with two kids and a wife
I have been involved in this lifestyle for a long time, with a family
With no tattooes just stress and stripes, so
Despite not having tattoos, I have experienced stress and challenges
I'ma do what I feel and do what I like
I will do what I want and follow my desires
But I won't go to sleep without my heater at night, ride on
However, I will always have my gun with me when I sleep
Nigga gimme evrything you got, from your hat
Give me everything you have, including your hat
To your contacts, T-shirt to your socks
Hand over everything, from your phone contacts to your clothing
Dogg Pound affiliate, Hell naw nigga
I am associated with the Dogg Pound gang, but I won't submit
Certified branded Cedar Paul nigga
I am a legitimate and respected member of the gang
Mashin', grey and blue all day
Driving around in a grey and blue car all day
All night all heated with heaters, Mac-11's
Having guns all night, including Mac-11's
Nine millimeters, whattup Big Nate
Using nine millimeter guns and greeting Big Nate
I got a bitch that gobble up dicks like steak
I have a woman who gives oral sex enthusiastically
She lives upstate and I don't think
She lives far away, and I doubt
Near a one of those bitches is proper, stash the chopper
Any of those women are respectable, hide the gun
DPology, D P G but first call Snoop
Apologize on behalf of the Dogg Pound gang, but contact Snoop first
Whattup big homey niggaz with the swoop
Greetings to the influential friends with cool cars
The homey jumps in whips out the four pound
My friend quickly takes out his gun
When we get there, we shakin' all motherfucker down
When we arrive, we will aggressively search and intimidate everyone
It's what I had in mind, let's get paid hit the spot
This was my plan, let's profit and target the place
Just like a raid one of the homies got a gauge, come on
Just like a surprise attack, one of my friends has a shotgun, let's go
Let me holler at y'all for a minute man
Let me talk to you all for a moment
I mean this game is gettin' real deep
This lifestyle is becoming more intense
We got niggaz that be misrepresentin'
There are people falsely representing our group
I mean, motherfuckers you know thinkin' that DPG
There are people who think DPG is something it's not
Is a motherfuckin' football game or a football team or somethin'
They think DPG is a sports team or activity
Niggaz walkin' on and shit like they free agents
They act as if they are free to leave whenever they want
And just leavin' when they want to nigga this ain't no game
They leave whenever they please, but this isn't a game
This is a motherfuckin' way of life
This is a serious way of living
DPGC, Dogg Pound Gangsta, nigga
We are members of the Dogg Pound Gangsta group
The fuck wrong with these niggaz man?
What is the problem with these people?
Niggaz be straight tryin' to put they little twist down, holla at 'em
They try to add their own interpretation, but we should confront them
But you know we tryin' to stay two steps
We are trying to stay ahead
Ahead of the game baby, y'know?
We want to be ahead of everyone else
Let me holler at y'all for a minute, especially you
Let me talk to everyone, especially you
You done stepped in some Dogg Shit, check your shoes
You have gotten involved in a problematic situation, check your actions
Nigga this ain't Hollywood, the House of Blues
This is not a glamorous situation, it's real and serious
It's the Dogg House so regroup your troops
It's the environment controlled by the Dogg Pound, gather your people
And tell 'em it's Kurupt and Snoop
Inform them that Kurupt and Snoop are present
Fuck your crew it's on I take your Brome
Disregard your group, I will take your woman
It's Don Corleone in the Chronic zone
I am a powerful figure in the drug world
I turn your dubs into nickels while I'm chillin'
I devalue your assets while I relax
I melt your rhymes into icicles while I'm killin'
I destroy your rap skills while dominating
Sell 'em, I tell 'em, Kurupt, what's up?
I sell your items and inform you, Kurupt, what's happening?
I know you feel like givin' it up
I know you want to quit
We can't stop, won't stop, what for
We can't and won't quit, why would we?
'Cause every other day another nigga tryin' to pull a dulo
Because there are always people trying to cross us
You know when I was fuckin' with the hood
When I was involved with the neighborhood
It was all bad, thought it was all good
It was a negative experience, but I thought it was positive
A nigga had to take a breather now I'm Living Single
I had to take a break, and now I am focused on myself
Like Khadijah 'cause they'll squeeze ya
Like Khadijah from the TV show, they will cause problems
Fuck a feedin' fish, I put my dick in your bitch
I am not interested in sustaining a relationship, I only want to have sex with your woman
And make a wish, ha hah
And enjoy the experience
Nigga that's gangsta shit with the gangsta twist
That's the style of gangsta actions with our unique approach
Yeah, Dogg Pound gangsta
Yes, we are part of the Dogg Pound gangsta group
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Double R's Music Boulevard
young snoop use to be so sick, and Kurupt was always a lyrical monster! Great era of music in them 90'S
JAP1282
You got that right!
David Blake
The goat quik laced this shit
BrosepherStoned
@JAP1282 xx😁😁😁
Chessbox09
Kurupt is a straight up killer
Michael Bull
Kurupt is so underrated never gets the credit he deserves
East_Van_Gotti
"Never break the law I just bend it" oldschool Snoop at his best
MarvelousWesty
Never even saw the movie. Grabbed the disc at circuit city way back on release day. Banger of a compilation
Kevin Jenkins
Movie is great...worth checking out
Lexani Tha Don
Not as good as the song tho