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.
Eyez Closed
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Feeling like my life froze
I'm about to hit the ground
Sippin' yak while I elevate my mind state
Hand by the burner in case a near try to violate
Never go down, stay rising like Andre
'Cause my corner back every thing the Don say
Err'y day, err'y night till I'm carried home
Forever known, big ballin', try it in the city
Then yelling out swish way before it in the net
And I ain't knockin' niggas hustle, it's all a game
And when they mention the best, will they call your name?
There's only winners and losers, ain't no in betweens
We either hit the hall of fame or you fall to shame
And you ain't got to wonder where my place at
Pepsi blue rags sorta poppin', bitch taste that
One hit of the bong will blow ya face back
LMFAO to the bank, boy, ASAP
And I can see it with my eyes closed, now
Feeling like my life froze
I'm about to hit the ground
I do it 'cause I feel it
Live it like I'm talkin'
Flow so straight but won't a nigga try and walk it
I'm so high, yeah the weed, I'm still sparking it
My bitch bad and my diamonds still sparkling
Got the competition shaking like Parkinsons
Breads in the bag, call it good marketin'
Life's a bitch but I don't caught again
That's what a word to the third letter
Shot, shot, shots to me and my cheddar
Run these emcee's I'm tougher than leather
Vietnamese eyes tighter than ever
Fuck with the Dogg I'm biting whomever
'Cause I didn't came from a long path
Only God knows how long left the Dogg has
'Cause like time we all pass
So if you ever taste success, just pray it's from a tall glass
And I can see it with my eyes closed, now
Feeling like my life froze
I'm about to hit the ground
I sold my soul to the devil that's a crappy deal
Least it came with a few toys like a happy meal
This game you could never win
'Cause they love you then they hate you then they love you again
Get away from me misery
Get away from me loneliness
Get away from me fake bitches, I can't take the phoniness
Get away from me whack tracks
I can only make only hits
I'm an only child lost in the world
Where did the lonely kids go when the bell rings
Its feeling like hell rings
It's bringing me back down
He's checking my background
It's ironic whats happening
Imagine if I didn't have the ends
I wouldn't have so many imaginary friends
I'm spaced out dog, I be on that moon talk
Wonder if God ask Mike how to moon walk
I swear to momma wish me and my father talk more
I stopped visiting around the time I was a sophomore
I guess everything I hate about me I see in him
And we ain't finna change, so we won't agree again
Till then I'll be pouring out my soul
Just a few things I see with my eyes closed
And I can see it with my eyes closed, now
Feeling like my life froze
I'm about to hit the ground
[Repeat: x4]
See you with my eyes closed
The first verse of Snoop Dogg's song Eyez Closed talks about how he can see everything with his eyes closed, reflecting on how he has achieved a state of mind where he can observe everything around him without relying on his physical senses. Snoop then confesses to drinking while enhancing his state of mind, and keeping a gun on him for self-defense. He says he never backs down and is always rising, even if it means getting into disputes. He acknowledges his roots, where he comes from and the values he holds dear. He references basketball, a sport he is passionate about, mentioning how he has been yelling "swish" since long before it became a popular phrase. He acknowledges that life is a game, and wonders whether he will one day be recognized for his contributions to the industry.
The second verse of the song includes Snoop discussing his career, acknowledging that there are winners and losers in the industry. He understands the intense competition and recognizes the risks that any challenge could lead to shame, bringing his career to failure. He summarizes what he stands for and mentions his important values, like his love for money and staying strong in the face of adversity. He also indulges in self-promotion, and mentions his successes which made him laugh his ass off.
In the third verse Snoop discusses his feelings about his experiences, including the deal he made with the devil to attain his success. He continues to speak his mind and criticizes those who are fake, or trying to undermine him. He refuses to compromise his art for the sake of commercial value, and suggests that his status as an only child who lost his direction in life might have hindered his growth. He admits to having a troubled relationship with his father, and admits to veering away from him when he hit his teenage years. He describes his father as having the same flaws that he has, preventing them from ever reconciling.
Overall, the song is a reflection of Snoop Dogg's life and the struggles he faced in achieving his current level of success. The lyrics discuss several of his personal experiences and opinions, including his love for weed, money, competition, and his father-son relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
And I can see it with my eyes closed, now
I have such a clear vision that I can see everything with my eyes closed
Feeling like my life froze
I'm experiencing a sense of paralysis or being stuck in my life
I'm about to hit the ground
I'm on the verge of losing everything and hitting rock bottom
Sippin' yak while I elevate my mind state
I'm drinking and getting high to enhance my mental and emotional state
Hand by the burner in case a near try to violate
I carry a gun to protect myself in case someone attempts to harm me
Never go down, stay rising like Andre
I'll never give up and will continue to succeed like Andre
Long Beach, yeah I yell it out in every song
I proudly represent Long Beach in all of my music
Forever known, big ballin', try it in the city
I'm famous and successful and can back it up wherever I go
Then yelling out swish way before it in the net
I'm always anticipating my success and calling it out in advance
And I ain't knockin' niggas hustle, it's all a game
I'm not criticizing anyone's hustle because we're all trying to succeed in this game
And when they mention the best, will they call your name?
When people talk about the best, will they mention me and recognize my talent?
There's only winners and losers, ain't no in betweens
In this game, there are only those who succeed and those who fail, no gray area
We either hit the hall of fame or you fall to shame
Either we achieve great success and fame or we experience utter failure and humiliation
And you ain't got to wonder where my place at
Don't doubt my place in this game, I belong at the top
Pepsi blue rags sorta poppin', bitch taste that
I'm wearing flashy blue rags and living the high life, so everyone can see and be jealous
One hit of the bong will blow ya face back
My weed is so strong that it'll take just one hit to blow your mind away
LMFAO to the bank, boy, ASAP
I'm laughing all the way to the bank and enjoying my success immediately
I do it 'cause I feel it
I'm doing what I do because I'm passionate about it
Live it like I'm talkin'
I live my life in sync with the way I talk and express myself
Flow so straight but won't a nigga try and walk it
My flow is so true and authentic but nobody can replicate or copy it
I'm so high, yeah the weed, I'm still sparking it
I'm so stoned that I'm still smoking my weed and getting even higher
My bitch bad and my diamonds still sparkling
My woman is gorgeous and my diamonds are still shining bright
Got the competition shaking like Parkinsons
My competitors are scared and intimidated by my talent and skills
Breads in the bag, call it good marketin'
I'm making good money and it's because of my smart marketing strategy
Life's a bitch but I don't caught again
Life can be tough but I won't be held back or limited by it
That's what a word to the third letter
That's my truth and I stand by it
Shot, shot, shots to me and my cheddar
I'm toasting to myself and my money
Run these emcee's I'm tougher than leather
I'm competing against other emcees and I'm stronger and more resilient than them
Vietnamese eyes tighter than ever
My eyes are narrower and more alert than ever, ready for whatever comes
Fuck with the Dogg I'm biting whomever
If someone messes with me, I'll bite back and defend myself
Cause I didn't came from a long path
I didn't come from an easy or privileged background, I worked hard to get here
Only God knows how long left the Dogg has
Nobody knows how much time I have left to live, only God knows
Cause like time we all pass
Just like time passes, we all eventually die
So if you ever taste success, just pray it's from a tall glass
If you succeed, hope that you achieve great success and fame
I sold my soul to the devil that's a crappy deal
I made a bad deal with the devil and it wasn't worth it
Least it came with a few toys like a happy meal
At least I got a few benefits and perks out of the deal, like a cheap toy in a fast food meal
This game you could never win
No matter what, you can never really win in this game
'Cause they love you then they hate you then they love you again
Fans and critics can be fickle and ever-changing - they can love you one moment and hate you the next, only to love you again later
Get away from me misery
I don't want misery in my life, so stay away from me
Get away from me loneliness
I don't want to be lonely, so I don't want it around me
Get away from me fake bitches, I can't take the phoniness
I don't want to deal with fake people or fake relationships, it's too much to handle
Get away from me whack tracks
I don't want to hear bad or low-quality tracks, keep them away from me
I can only make only hits
I'm a hit-maker and only make great music
I'm an only child lost in the world
I'm an only child who feels alone and misunderstood in this big world
Where did the lonely kids go when the bell rings?
When school lets out, where do lonely kids go and how do they cope?
Its feeling like hell rings
I'm feeling like school is a hellish place for me
It's bringing me back down
All of this is making me feel depressed and hopeless
He's checking my background
Somebody is investigating or looking into my past
It's ironic what's happening
It's strange and unexpected how things are unfolding
Imagine if I didn't have the ends
What if I wasn't successful or rich?
I wouldn't have so many imaginary friends
If I wasn't successful or rich, nobody would care about me and I'd be lonely with no friends
I'm spaced out dog, I be on that moon talk
I'm high and spaced out, talking about trippy or otherworldly things
Wonder if God ask Mike how to moon walk
I'm wondering if God is asking Michael Jackson how to do the moon walk dance in heaven
I swear to momma wish me and my father talk more
I wish I had more conversations with my father before he passed away
I stopped visiting around the time I was a sophomore
I stopped visiting my father when I was in my second year of high school
I guess everything I hate about me I see in him
I see some of my own negative traits or flaws reflected in my father
And we ain't finna change, so we won't agree again
Neither of us are going to change, so we'll keep disagreeing and butting heads
Till then I'll be pouring out my soul
Until things change, I'll continue to express my emotions and feelings
Just a few things I see with my eyes closed
These are just a few of the things I can envision or imagine with my eyes closed
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Songtrust Ave, RESERVOIR MEDIA MANAGEMENT INC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: DAVID REEVES, CALVIN BROADUS, MIKE DEAN, JASON MARTIN, RUSSELL SIMMONS, LAWRENCE SMITH, JAMES SPICER, JOHN STEVENS, KANYE WEST
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@elijahhill6602
We will never see another Snoop and Ye song ever again. 😔
@recognize7
C'mon Snoop, stop killing us and give us back the GGN news please!! and please, don't leave out stormy fronts and the dance sequence, thank you in advance.
@Munecovudu666
+shawn “Recognize” tabor. FUK NO SNOOP. I didnt subscribe to see punk ass Kanye
@Alian-alloy
+shawn “Recognize” tabor Lmaooo I feel the same but I like this song
@ShotsMerkzAll
+JADE dumbass
@jackasable12
This song is so underrated.Kanye is a genius
@JonCampbell29
I know ~Ye 2022
@jaystinson2579
Kanye killed it
@PreemL
didn't this come out like a few years ago?
@Truthouzndonthate
'11