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.
G Way
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Snoop Dogg Fingazz scratching
We get the money up front
We-we-we-we-we-get what we want
So quit playin', roll up a blunt
And pass that my way
Cause we gon' do it the G way
We-we-we-we-we-get what we want
So quit playin', roll up a blunt
And pa pa pass that my way
And keepin' niggas, it's the shit
That we callin' a bombay
Hey homie, light it up light it up
Pour some Henny in my cup in my cup
We gon' keep it G'ed up g'ed up
Fool, you know what's up Right
We got them girls playing leap frog
Know what I mean, dawg
Hoppin' through my crew
After me and Bigg Snoop Dogg Ha ha
The side our G's play that's the G way
Bouncin' in my six-grade Chevrolet, all day
My wrist kind of icey just a little flossy
All the girls love to see
How I'm big bossy yeah west coast
We worldwide
Even getting fan email from the other side
Sayin' "We love you, Kilo
Te querenos mucho, el mejor Chicano"
I'm OG (OG, yeah) with no money
Chillin' at the hood house
With a Playboy bunny, cause we
I'm strictly business i'm all busi'
Doin' like in Las Vegas and stack chips
Don't flip bricks, I do it all legal
I'm a ese pelo bald like a eagle
And they love it
These girls, they wanna rub it
My truck weigh low to the ground
Tryin' to hug it Yep plus I got beats
I bump 'em old bounce limo tents rolled out
While I'm rollin' up a ounce train wreck
Got my head spinnin'
And got these girls in the back seat
So willin' so I'm a show 'em how a G put
It down You got to do it
Show these homies how to rep for the brown
Bigg Dogg know the raza is here
Kickin' brand new west coast Flava In Ya Ear
Just call me Doughboy i'm in the hood
Livin' the G way, and still living good
Cause we repeat
(Snoop Dogg in background)
You gon' wonder how we do it
So-so fly Ah ha ha!
I'm schemin' American dreamin'
And everybody knows what's the reason yeah
Brown Superman
A brown man with a plan of getting
Rich, anyway that I can
Here's the way we do it
For life
West coast we gon' do it the G way
The lyrics of Snoop Dogg's song "G Way" exhibit a strong sense of West Coast pride and swagger. Snoop Dogg, in his signature laid-back flow, emphasizes the importance of getting money upfront and achieving what they desire, unapologetically showcasing their G lifestyle. The lyrics convey a carefree attitude towards life, advocating for enjoying the moment and smoking a blunt to enhance the experience. The mention of rolling up a blunt and passing it their way symbolizes a communal spirit and a shared camaraderie among friends who live by their own rules and standards, known as the G way.
In the second paragraph, Snoop Dogg highlights the lavish and confident lifestyle he leads. From enjoying Henny in his cup to having girls playfully hopping through his crew, the lyrics paint a picture of opulence and fun. The references to riding in a Chevrolet and sporting flashy jewelry showcase his status and presence as a dominant figure in the West Coast rap scene. Snoop Dogg's mention of receiving fan mail from around the world emphasizes his global appeal and the universal love for his music.
The third paragraph delves into Snoop Dogg's business mindset and his commitment to making legal money without resorting to illegal activities. He portrays himself as a savvy entrepreneur, stacking chips in Las Vegas and conducting his affairs with professionalism. Despite his success, Snoop Dogg maintains a grounded attitude, staying connected to his roots and showing love for his community. The mention of being bald like an eagle signifies a sense of pride and authority in his appearance and demeanor, exuding a powerful presence as a leader in the rap game.
The closing paragraph sums up the ethos of the song, emphasizing the West Coast's unique approach to life and success. Snoop Dogg portrays himself as a Brown Superman, a cultural icon with a plan to achieve wealth and success by any means necessary. The lyrics encapsulate a sense of determination, resilience, and pride as they assert that the West Coast will continue to do things their way, the G way, forever. The song celebrates the spirit of hustling, dreaming, and succeeding, encapsulating the essence of the West Coast hip-hop scene and the legacy of Snoop Dogg as a key figure in the genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Ha ha west coast, west coast down
Laughing at the West Coast lifestyle, it's always going down
We get the money up front
Getting paid in advance for what we do
We-we-we-we-we-get what we want
We always get what we desire
So quit playin', roll up a blunt
Stop messing around, let's smoke some weed
And pass that my way
Hand me the joint so I can take a puff
Cause we gon' do it the G way
Because we're going to do it the gangster way
And keepin' niggas, it's the shit
Staying on top is the best thing
That we callin' a bombay
Referring to the premium quality of weed
Hey homie, light it up light it up
Hey friend, let's light up some weed
Pour some Henny in my cup in my cup
Fill my cup with Hennessy, double it up
We gon' keep it G'ed up g'ed up
We're going to stay true to gangster culture
Fool, you know what's up Right
You know exactly what I'm talking about, right?
We got them girls playing leap frog
We have girls lining up to be with us
Know what I mean, dawg
You understand what I'm saying, bro
My wrist kind of icey just a little flossy
My wrist is slightly icy, a bit flashy
All the girls love to see
Girls are attracted to what I display
How I'm big bossy yeah west coast
Showing my dominance, representing the West Coast
We worldwide
Our influence stretches across the globe
Even getting fan email from the other side
Fans reaching out to us from different places
Sayin' 'We love you, Kilo
Expressing love and admiration for us
Te querenos mucho, el mejor Chicano'
They really care for us, the best Chicano
Light it up light it up
Igniting excitement and energy
Kickin' brand new west coast Flava In Ya Ear
Introducing a fresh West Coast vibe to your ears
Just call me Doughboy i'm in the hood
I go by Doughboy, representing the neighborhood
Livin' the G way, and still living good
Living the gangster lifestyle, but still prospering
You gon' wonder how we do it
You'll be amazed at our methods
So-so fly Ah ha ha!
We're effortlessly cool, ha ha!
I'm schemin' American dreamin'
I'm strategizing and aiming for the American dream
And everybody knows what's the reason yeah
Everyone is aware of what drives us
Brown Superman
A superhero figure within the Latino community
A brown man with a plan of getting
A Latino with a clear goal of achieving success
Rich, anyway that I can
Building wealth through any means necessary
Here's the way we do it
This is how we operate
For life
Forever committed to this lifestyle
West coast we gon' do it the G way
Representing the West Coast with our gangster approach
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
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They use to bump this shit on Pocos Peros Locos radio show when I was a Youngster
RiCHCiTY51O
This is clean .
Tony Lara
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Choq0lette burton 2005:
This version is WAY different
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ey, where can I get this version of g way?
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+mrclown760 over here
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$50.000 paying for a mame
OGcoronaFUNK
Yup gamerhomie ya must be a real g huh rollin hard in tha paint hahahaha