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.
Christmas Intro
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Greetings loved ones it's your boy
The one and only yeah, haha
And uh what I'mma do for y'all right now
I'm finna give y'all a very special Christmas
Yeah, brought along a couple of my friends
To make it funky for you
Yeah, oh this beat right here
I had to do it haha, yeah
It's Christmas time in the city y'all
Yeah, it's Christmas time in the city y'all
Brought to you by Bigg Snoop Dogg
It's Christmas time in the city
Where the folks get nutty and they greedy
It's Christmas time in the city
Where the folks get nutty and greedy
Yeah, what it do
I guess I'm the hip-hop Santa Claus
Barin' gifts slidin' through the sky, yeah
But I don't have no reindeers
I got two blue nosed pitbulls
To guide me through the night, yeah
A very special Snoop Dogg Christmas oh boy
So getcha landy, and getcha eggnog
Yeah, it's all hood y'all nuh uh
I want y'all just to groove
To this right here uh
Cause you know most CDs just
Be like slow music
Can't really getcha groove on
Oh, I'mma let you groove on
This one right here tho come on, yeah
The lyrics to Snoop Dogg's song "Christmas Intro" are an introduction to a special Christmas celebration that Snoop Dogg is hosting for his fans. He starts by addressing his audience as "loved ones" and refers to himself as the "one and only," establishing his uniqueness and prominence in the music industry. He expresses his intention to give his fans a memorable and funky Christmas experience, mentioning that he has brought along some friends to help make it special.
Snoop Dogg then sets the scene, stating that it is Christmas time in the city. He characterizes the atmosphere as one where people become crazy and selfish, emphasizing the materialistic and greedy nature that can sometimes overshadow the holiday spirit.
Moving on, Snoop Dogg labels himself as the "hip-hop Santa Claus," drawing a comparison between himself and the iconic figure associated with gift-giving during Christmas. However, he adds his own twist by mentioning that instead of reindeer, he is guided by his two blue-nosed pitbulls. This playful imagery adds a unique and humorous touch to the concept.
The lyrics also touch on the music style of the song itself. Snoop Dogg acknowledges that most Christmas albums feature slow music that may not be conducive for dancing or getting into a festive groove. However, he assures his audience that the song he has created will allow them to do just that. He invites them to enjoy the upbeat and lively rhythm of the track, indicating that it stands out from the typical Christmas music found on CDs.
Overall, these lyrics serve as an introduction to Snoop Dogg's fun and funky Christmas celebration. They highlight his enthusiasm for creating a distinctive holiday experience for his fans and set the tone for the energetic and festive atmosphere that follows in the song.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah, haha yeah, yeah, yeah
Expressing excitement and energy
Greetings loved ones it's your boy
Sending greetings to his fans and listeners
The one and only yeah, haha
Emphasizing his unique persona and style
And uh what I'mma do for y'all right now
Explaining his intention to provide something special for the audience
I'm finna give y'all a very special Christmas
Promising a unique and memorable Christmas experience
Yeah, brought along a couple of my friends
Mentioning that he is joined by other artists or collaborators
To make it funky for you
To bring a lively and enjoyable atmosphere
Yeah, oh this beat right here
Referring to the instrumental track playing in the background
I did it about five minutes ago
Implying that he quickly created the beat
I had to do it haha, yeah
Expressing his enthusiasm and eagerness to create
It's Christmas time in the city y'all
Announcing the holiday season in the city
Brought to you by Bigg Snoop Dogg
Acknowledging himself as the presenter of the Christmas experience
Where the folks get nutty and they greedy
Describing the behavior of people during Christmas
Yeah, what it do
Starting a conversation or addressing the audience
I guess I'm the hip-hop Santa Claus
Comparing himself to Santa Claus in the hip-hop context
Barin' gifts slidin' through the sky, yeah
Delivering presents with style and flair
But I don't have no reindeers
Humorously pointing out the absence of traditional reindeer
I got two blue nosed pitbulls
Referring to his dogs as his loyal companions
To guide me through the night, yeah
Highlighting the role of his dogs in navigating the holiday journey
A very special Snoop Dogg Christmas oh boy
Emphasizing the uniqueness and excitement of his Christmas celebration
So getcha landy, and getcha eggnog
Encouraging the audience to prepare their drinks for the festive experience
Yeah, it's all hood y'all nuh uh
Ensuring that the celebration represents their shared community and culture
I want y'all just to groove
Encouraging the audience to relax and enjoy the music
To this right here uh
Referring to the current song or music being played
Cause you know most CDs just
Acknowledging the usual content of music CDs
Be like slow music
Referring to the common slow tempo of songs on CDs
Can't really getcha groove on
Unable to create a lively and energetic atmosphere
Oh, I'mma let you groove on
Stating that he will provide music for dancing and enjoyment
This one right here tho come on, yeah
Referring to the current song as the one to dance to
Lyrics © Peermusic Publishing
Written by: TRADITIONAL (PD), RICHARD B. WILLIAMS, RICHARD D GROVE
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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Yeah, haha
Yeah, yeah, yeah
Greetings loved ones
It's your boy
The one and only
Yeah, haha
And uh
What I'mma do for y'all right now
I'm finna give y'all a very special Christmas
Yeah, brought along a couple of my friends
To make it funky for you
Yeah, oh this beat right here
I did it about five minutes ago
I had to do it
Haha, yeah
It's Christmas time in the city y'all
Yeah, it's Christmas time in the city y'all
Brought to you by Bigg Snoop Dogg
[Hook: Snoop Dogg]
It's Christmas time
In the city
Where the folks get nutty
And they greedy
It's Christmas time
In the city
Where the folks get nutty
And greedy
Yeah, what it do
I guess I'm the hip-hop Santa Claus
Barin' gifts
Slidin' through the sky, yeah
But I don't have no reindeers
I got two blue-nosed pitbulls
To guide me through the night, yeah
A very special Snoop Dogg Christmas
Oh boy
So getcha landy, and getcha eggnog
Yeah, it's all hood y'all
Nuh-uh
I want y'all just to groove to this right here
Uh
Cause you know most CDs just be like slow music
Can't really getcha groove on
Oh, I'mma let you groove on this one right here tho
Come on, yeah
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