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.
Fatha Figga
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
Jump to: Overall Meaning ↴ Line by Line Meaning ↴
The fatha figga
It don′t stop, it don't stop
It don′t stop
One love, one love
I was raised in the inner city by ballers with diamonds
Climbin' the Benzes, rollin' Philles, we younger minors
Crankin′ off the hook from cousin, let me sport his gold
And I was told to put it down and keep it real
Like 3 time crazy young player about the scrill
In this California lifestyle that I live
Them playas is havin' money man in plushed out cribs
Survivin′ in the city is a serious task
Didn't know the [Incomprehensible] wanted, didn′t have time to ask
'Cuz I′m 'bout it, 'bout it like the TRU
One love to real hustlers, straight dollars for two
Gangstas, ballers and hustlers too
Baby youngsters wanna be like you
You′re the fatha figure of today
We need to find a better way
We at the after party chillin′ 'cuz we ain′t no punks
Some cats is in the back with Macks and gold fronts
With sacks they post up, you know we be watchin'
Thinkin′ they got it crankin', playa we got it poppin′
Now bitin' over dirty work, that ain't cool
With cats in drop ′Vettes in mobs and old schools
We rob them old fools, won′t you amount your scratch?
Respect them young G's, they the ones that′s strapped, ya know
Dogg Pound, that's the sound, check around, we hold it down
It′s the super duper, yes, the Snoop-a
Comin' through, in all gray and blue
Kickin′ the game to the playas from the bay
All over the world and out the U.K
Everybody around they love Snoop D-O double to the G
'Cuz I'm what they love, you see
I′ll break ′em, shake 'em and I make ′em and I take 'em
To the whale, leave ′em in a spell
And I got a little story to tell
For all my homies that's locked up in jail
I kick it to ya give it to ya for real
′Cuz I know y'all dealin' with the reals every day and
To get killed ain′t nothin′ to laugh about
But some niggas goin' out so sideways
Make me wanna get me a bulletproof
Hoo ride and slide around town in
But yet and still, if I get peeled
My niggas gon′ ride forever and that's real
Ain′t no stoppin', we ain′t coppin' no pleas
We spit game for all the real G's
Feel up the [Incomprehensible] they love to have it
They love to take it to the dome, yeah it′s on
Meanwhile back in the lab
Paper was gettin′ stacked, hatas was gettin' mad
Confidential information exchanged up on the regular
One dead head, two steps a my competitor
Catch ′em slippin' ′cuz they just been bought
Got directions to the house and the keys to the vault
Well, let me open up this bundle of money, each off a half
Pullin' capers with cousin Snoop, Kurrupt and young Daz
In for the cash, man, this gang is thick
If one caught up in the track we can all get sick
And have ′em shook
The four O crook didn't leave a clue
Snoop D-O double G tell 'em what you gon′ do
I′ll keep doin' what I′m gon' do
With my nigga J.T. the Bigga Figga, that′s my nigga
Representin' Frisco, in case you didn′t know
We blow by like Jerry Rice
Come back with styles that are oh so nice
Snoop D-O double to the G from the LBC
You gots to have cash to make it these days
You could make it at least a hundred different ways
I go the man and I get a 8 track
Make me a beat, smoke me a sack
Roll up some fat ass, uh uh uh
Blaze with my homies and it's on like that y'all
Yeah, yeah, it don′t stop
Yeah, yeah, it don′t stop, like that
Yeah, it don't stop, like that
One love
Gangstas, ballers and hustlers too
Baby youngsters wanna be like you
You′re the fatha figure of today
We need to find a better way
Gangstas, ballers and hustlers too
Baby youngsters wanna be like you
You're the fatha figure of today
We need to find a better way
Hustlers, ballers and gangstas too
Baby youngsters wanna be like you
You′re the fatha figures of today
We need to find a better way
Gangsters, ballers.
In "Fatha Figga" by Snoop Dogg, the artist reminisces about his childhood in the inner city and pays tribute to the various hustlers, ballers, and players he encountered during that time. He references growing up around diamond-wearing ballers riding in luxurious Benzes and giant Philles. Even at just 12 years old, Snoop was already "crankin' off the hook" from his cousin's gold.
Throughout the song, Snoop emphasizes the importance of "keepin' it real" and putting down for the "scrill." He speaks about the harsh realities of life in the city and the need to survive, even if it means not asking questions.
The chorus praises the "fatha figga" (father figure) of today's society - the gangsters, ballers, and hustlers that youngsters look up to, despite them often not being the best role models. Snoop suggests that there must be a better way, though he doesn't offer a clear solution.
Overall, "Fatha Figga" is a tribute to the street culture and the people who came up in it, while also recognizing the flaws within that culture.
Line by Line Meaning
Hustlas, ballers, players, yeah
Acknowledging the presence of successful individuals in different areas of life
The fatha figga
Referring to the influential figure in the community
It don′t stop, it don't stop
The hustle and success continue without pause
It don′t stop
The momentum and drive to succeed never cease
One love, one love
Promoting unity and positivity within the community
I was raised in the inner city by ballers with diamonds
Growing up surrounded by successful individuals who possessed wealth and luxury
Climbin' the Benzes, rollin' Philles, we younger minors
Riding expensive cars and smoking cigars, despite being underage
Me, I be the one that′s only 12 years old
Referring to the artist's young age at the time
Crankin′ off the hook from cousin, let me sport his gold
Enjoying the attention and popularity that comes with wearing expensive jewelry
And I was told to put it down and keep it real
Being advised to stay true to oneself and authentic
Like 3 time crazy young player about the scrill
Similar to a successful person who is motivated by earning money
In this California lifestyle that I live
Referring to the lavish and glamorous lifestyle experienced in California
Them playas is havin' money man in plushed out cribs
Describing the wealthy individuals living in luxurious homes
Survivin' in the city is a serious task
Overcoming challenges and dangers in the urban environment is difficult
Didn't know the [Incomprehensible] wanted, didn′t have time to ask
Unaware of the dangers and threats present, lacking the opportunity to seek clarification
'Cuz I′m 'bout it, 'bout it like the TRU
Being committed and dedicated to success, similar to the TRU - a rap group known for their loyalty
One love to real hustlers, straight dollars for two
Showing respect and admiration for hardworking individuals who earn money honestly
Gangstas, ballers and hustlers too
Acknowledging different types of successful individuals in the community
Baby youngsters wanna be like you
Younger individuals aspire to achieve the same level of success
You′re the fatha figure of today
Being recognized as the influential figure in the community
We need to find a better way
Urging for a more positive and successful path to be followed
We at the after party chillin′ 'cuz we ain′t no punks
Having a relaxed and enjoyable time after achieving success, not being weak or easily intimidated
Some cats is in the back with Macks and gold fronts
Referring to individuals in the group who have expensive cars and gold teeth
With sacks they post up, you know we be watchin'
Being observant and aware of potential threats or opportunities
Thinkin′ they got it crankin', playa we got it poppin′
Believing they are successful, but emphasizing that the artist's group is even more successful
Now bitin' over dirty work, that ain't cool
Disapproving of engaging in illegal activities or conflicts over them
With cats in drop ′Vettes in mobs and old schools
Referring to individuals driving luxurious car models, creating a sense of power and status
We rob them old fools, won′t you amount your scratch?
Exploiting vulnerable wealthy individuals, suggesting they protect their money
Respect them young G's, they the ones that′s strapped, ya know
Acknowledging and showing respect for the armed and potentially dangerous younger individuals
Dogg Pound, that's the sound, check around, we hold it down
Referring to the rap group Dogg Pound, indicating their influence and dominance
It′s the super duper, yes, the Snoop-a
Presenting himself as the exceptional and outstanding artist, Snoop Dogg
Comin' through, in all gray and blue
Arriving with style and confidence, dressed in gray and blue attire
Kickin′ the game to the playas from the bay
Sharing his knowledge and experience with other successful individuals from the San Francisco Bay Area
All over the world and out the U.K
Being recognized and appreciated globally, including the United Kingdom
Everybody around they love Snoop D-O double to the G
Showing universal adoration and support for the artist, Snoop Dogg
'Cuz I'm what they love, you see
Recognizing himself as the embodiment of what his fans admire
I′ll break ′em, shake 'em and I make ′em and I take 'em
Conquering challenges and obstacles, demonstrating his ability to control and overcome them
To the whale, leave ′em in a spell
Achieving a state of dominance and power, captivating those around him
And I got a little story to tell
Having anecdotes and experiences to share with his audience
For all my homies that's locked up in jail
Dedicating this part of the song to his friends who are incarcerated
I kick it to ya give it to ya for real
Delivering a genuine and authentic message to his audience
′Cuz I know y'all dealin' with the reals every day
Understanding the struggles and challenges his listeners face on a daily basis
And to get killed ain′t nothin′ to laugh about
Highlighting the seriousness and danger of losing one's life
But some niggas goin' out so sideways
Unfortunately, some people meet a violent end in tragic circumstances
Make me wanna get me a bulletproof
Feeling the need to protect oneself by acquiring bulletproof armor
Hoo ride and slide around town in
Driving around town in a vehicle equipped with bulletproof features
But yet and still, if I get peeled
Regardless, if he were to be attacked or harmed
My niggas gon′ ride forever and that's real
Ensuring his companions will always support and stand by him
Ain′t no stoppin', we ain′t coppin' no pleas
Refusing to back down or submit, not willing to make compromises
We spit game for all the real G's
Sharing wisdom and knowledge with genuine individuals
Feel up the [Incomprehensible] they love to have it
Providing an enjoyable and enticing experience that his listeners appreciate
They love to take it to the dome, yeah it′s on
They eagerly consume and embrace his music, fully engaging with it
Meanwhile back in the lab
Referring to a creative space or studio setting
Paper was gettin′ stacked, hatas was gettin' mad
Accumulating wealth and success, while attracting envy and resentment from adversaries
Confidential information exchanged up on the regular
Sharing secret or sensitive details with trusted individuals on a regular basis
One dead head, two steps a my competitor
Referring to eliminating or surpassing one's rivals, gaining an advantage
Catch ′em slippin' ′cuz they just been bought
Taking advantage of someone's vulnerability or mistake because they have been compromised or fooled
Got directions to the house and the keys to the vault
Obtaining crucial information and access to valuable resources
Well, let me open up this bundle of money, each off a half
Revealing and distributing a significant amount of money, splitting it equally
Pullin' capers with cousin Snoop, Kurrupt and young Daz
Participating in illegal and adventurous activities with close associates, Snoop, Kurrupt, and Daz
In for the cash, man, this gang is thick
Being fully committed to obtaining money, highlighting the unity and strength of the group
If one caught up in the track we can all get sick
If one member faces trouble or is in danger, it affects the entire group adversely
And have ′em shook
Creating fear and unease among adversaries
The four O crook didn't leave a clue
Successfully committing crimes without leaving any traceable evidence
Snoop D-O double G tell 'em what you gon′ do
Challenging others to match his level of success and influence
I′ll keep doin' what I′m gon' do
Continuing to pursue his goals and stay true to himself
With my nigga J.T. the Bigga Figga, that′s my nigga
Collaborating and working closely with J.T. the Bigga Figga, a trusted associate
Representin' Frisco, in case you didn′t know
Promoting and showcasing his affiliation with San Francisco (Frisco) and its culture
We blow by like Jerry Rice
Achieving success and surpassing others with the same level of greatness as Jerry Rice, a renowned football player
Come back with styles that are oh so nice
Returning with impressive and appealing artistic styles
Snoop D-O double to the G from the LBC
Identifying himself as Snoop Dogg from Long Beach (LBC)
You gots to have cash to make it these days
Highlighting the importance of financial resources in achieving success
You could make it at least a hundred different ways
Implying that there are numerous paths to success, each with its own potential
I go the man and I get a 8 track
Having connections and obtaining equipment necessary for creating music
Make me a beat, smoke me a sack
Producing music while enjoying marijuana
Roll up some fat ass, uh uh uh
Preparing large, high-quality marijuana joints
Blaze with my homies and it's on like that y'all
Smoking marijuana with his friends, indicating a fun and relaxed atmosphere
Yeah, yeah, it don′t stop
Reiterating the idea that success and progress continue without interruption
Yeah, yeah, it don′t stop, like that
Emphasizing that the momentum and drive to succeed remain strong
Yeah, it don't stop, like that
Confirming that the journey towards success persists in the same manner
One love
Promoting love, unity, and positivity within the community
Writer(s): Shakur Tupac Amaru
Contributed by Jordyn J. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@denspre6183
Very good track!!! i love this !
@maztergee
Shame 2Pac doesn't actually appear on this track!!
@jemine5396
Mazter Gee I guess he had ghistwritted Snoop part
@mihailnikoloff2554
It's really shame, cuz the track is perfect for a 2Pac verse
@mikespeedyproductions2118
Cause i believe he wrote for JT part
@supernintendochalmers1948
Damn used to love this song
@5thdawg917
I'm guessing pac wrote this song. Always wondered why his name was there but he doesn't rap on this.
@florentijnwinkelman2091
I had this album 2004
@florentijnwinkelman2091
Dit album had ik
@WilliamStallworthJrBey
The rapper is Jt the Bigga Figga & Snoop Dogg & Fast One