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.
Diamonds On My Neck Feat. Kurupt
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Strictly for the set, this is for them D-boys
Diamonds on my neck, hanging with my people
Strictly for the set, this is for them D-boys
Diamonds on my neck, this is for them D-boys
Diamonds on my neck, this is for them D-boys
Diamonds on my neck, this is for them D-boys
Diamonds on my neck
I got them diamonds on my neck
And it's straight for my D-boys
I ride around with that eagle but it's ten
Don't know fever
The ice cold receiver got them
Money banks like I'm freezing
Them cold nights and them sunny days
That Jaccpot movement got me buzzing
Cause I'm paid and my money straight
West coast first but I've been ablaze
Yeah, that young boy on the
Go, that money stupid, that's the overflow
Came up in the black peak
Car with the top off had to make a drop off
Roll up the trees and fill up the bag
Now I got a white bitch that
I knock from young bud
Slither in the mic booth
Straight got my dick sucked
All I make is big bucks cause
I am the big dog run it and high, tone it
And I'm wanted for crimes, one of a kind
Four, four, four, four, four
Four, three, three, two, one
I am who you get it from
Even if you think not three point bank shot
Neff what you smoking on
Girl, who you holler at? I
Be on the dope spot
Where they getting dollars at, yeah, all
My D-boys be in my seat, boy
This is how we get it, get it
Real niggas fucking with it
With a chest full of chains and
I'm fucking with this jackpot
Man, we doing big things
Diamonds on my neck strictly for the set
Diamonds on my neck strictly for the set
Diamonds on my neck
The song "Diamonds On My Neck" by Snoop Dogg feat. Kurupt is an ode to the D-boys, which refers to the drug dealers and hustlers in their respective communities. The repeated lines, "Diamonds on my neck, hanging with my people, strictly for the set, this is for them D-boys," emphasize the connection between the artists and their crew, highlighting their loyalty and solidarity.
The use of "diamonds on my neck" as a symbol of wealth and success reflects the materialistic aspirations of the D-boys. It represents their desire for a luxurious lifestyle and the rewards that come from their illicit activities. Through these lyrics, the artists portray themselves as living proof of the D-boys' achievements, showcasing the fruits of their labor.
The references to "riding around with that eagle," "money banks like I'm freezing," and "money stupid, that's the overflow" signify the artists' involvement in illegal activities and the seemingly endless flow of money coming from their operations. It reflects the extravagant lifestyle afforded by their illegal gains and their dominance over their respective territories.
The lyrics also touch on the risks and dangers associated with their lifestyles. Lines like "I'm wanted for crimes, one of a kind" and "even if you think not, three-point bank shot" suggest a constant state of vigilance and the need to stay one step ahead of the law. The artists boast about their status as successful and influential figures, leaving the listener with the impression that they are untouchable.
Overall, "Diamonds On My Neck" celebrates the D-boys and their achievements while acknowledging the risks and rewards of their chosen path. The lyrics serve as a testament to their perseverance, loyalty, and success in a world where money and material possessions hold great allure.
Line by Line Meaning
Diamonds on my neck, hanging with my people
I have expensive diamond jewelry around my neck, and I am spending time with my close friends and associates.
Strictly for the set, this is for them D-boys
This song is specifically dedicated to the group of people involved in illegal drug activities.
Diamonds on my neck, this is for them D-boys
The diamonds I am wearing represent the success and wealth achieved by those involved in illegal drug activities.
Diamonds on my neck
I proudly display my expensive diamond jewelry.
This is strictly for them D-boys
This song is exclusively created for those involved in illegal drug activities.
I got them diamonds on my neck
I possess valuable diamond jewelry on my neck.
And it's straight for my D-boys
This is specifically for my associates involved in illegal drug activities.
I ride around with that eagle but it's ten
I carry a firearm for protection, specifically a semi-automatic pistol.
Don't know fever
I am not affected by any fear or intimidation.
The ice cold receiver got them
I am known for receiving large sums of money from illegal activities, and my reputation is intimidating.
Money banks like I'm freezing
I have so much money that it seems like I am freezing it in the banks, reflecting my financial success.
Them cold nights and them sunny days
I have experienced both difficult and prosperous times in my life.
That Jaccpot movement got me buzzing
I am fully involved in the Jaccpot movement, and it has generated excitement and attention for me.
Cause I'm paid and my money straight
I am financially successful, and my funds are properly managed.
West coast first but I've been ablaze
I proudly represent the West coast, but I have also gained recognition and success beyond that region.
Yeah, that young boy on the go
I am a young man constantly on the move, making progress and pursuing success.
That money stupid, that's the overflow
I have so much money that it seems excessive and unnecessary, symbolizing my immense wealth.
Came up in the black peak
I emerged and found success in the black community, specifically referring to the black neighborhoods and culture.
Car with the top off had to make a drop off
I drove a convertible car with the roof down, and I had to make a delivery, likely referring to illegal drug transactions.
Roll up the trees and fill up the bag
I prepared marijuana joints and filled a bag with them, getting ready for consumption or distribution.
Now I got a white bitch that I knock from young bud
I now have a white woman whom I engage in sexual activities with, starting from a young age.
Slither in the mic booth
I effortlessly and skillfully perform in the recording studio, highlighting my ability to captivate and entertain.
Straight got my dick sucked
I immediately received oral sexual pleasure, emphasizing my desirability and fulfillment of physical desires.
All I make is big bucks cause I am the big dog
I consistently earn a significant amount of money because I am a powerful and influential figure in my industry.
Run it and high, tone it
I command and control the situation, performing at a high level of skill and confidence.
And I'm wanted for crimes, one of a kind
Law enforcement has a warrant for my arrest due to my involvement in criminal activities, making me unique and distinct.
Four, four, four, four, four, three, three, two, one
I am highly skilled and proficient in shooting firearms, specifically referring to a sequence of shots fired.
I am who you get it from
I am the source and provider of drugs, money, and other criminal elements.
Even if you think not three point bank shot
Even if you doubt my abilities, I can successfully achieve difficult tasks, just like a basketball player making a long-range shot.
Neff what you smoking on
I don't care about or have interest in the substances you are currently using or consuming.
Girl, who you holler at? I be on the dope spot
Hey girl, who are you trying to get the attention of? I am currently hanging out at the location where drugs are sold and consumed.
Where they getting dollars at, yeah, all
I am present at the place where people are making money, specifically referring to illegal activities.
My D-boys be in my seat, boy
My close associates involved in illegal drug activities are present with me, emphasizing our strong bond.
This is how we get it, get it
This is the method and lifestyle we follow to obtain wealth and success.
Real niggas fucking with it
Authentic and genuine individuals are embracing and supporting our lifestyle and music.
With a chest full of chains and I'm fucking with this jackpot
I proudly wear multiple chains around my chest, and I am deeply invested and engaged in pursuing wealth and success.
Man, we doing big things
We are accomplishing significant and influential achievements.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: KASSEEM DEAN, CORDOZAR CALVIN BROADUS, MARK E. CURRY, DOMINICK LAMB, TREVOR SMITH, CHRISTOPHER WALLACE, VARICK D. SMITH
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Grag Anstey
Kurupt always kills it
Westbound Promo
08 classic good times in life salute snoop
MrMariobn123
This has been out way before 2016
jizzojb1
Tight tracks, too bad All that unnecessary background bs hurt these tracks