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 4Γ 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 β 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"βthat 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 β 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.
Gotta Keep Pushing
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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(One of the things that never change)
(You gotta keep pushing on)
(The sun don't rain all the time)
(There's gonna be some heartache and pain)
You gotta keep pushing on
Just sitting here reminiscing, man
Pushing on
Mm
You gotta keep push-
Who remember growing up eating Corn Flakes?
Spend the night at granny house 'cause mama on a date
So you ate what you ate and you ate it quick
'Cause you knew your grandma, she ain't play that shit
Paw Paw, he stayed in another house
With another woman, she a brick house
Growing up fast was a shit show
It's a few things I learned from the get go
A few folks in my fam fell down
Then they got they feet back on solid ground
And came back around and showed me how to fail
See there's a lesson every time a nigga take a L
Dead or in jail, that's the fairytale
What I know about it? I know it very well
That's why I don't stop, won't stop, can't quit
Keep pushing making that dope shit
You gotta keep push-
Through the good and the bad
Whether happy or sad
Tryna stand as a man
You gotta keep pushing on
We will see what they do
Keep your head up and move
Love will always come through (yeah, a'ight Snoop)
You gotta keep push-
From hell or high water, keep my confidence on the level
Let my family support me, it could be me against whoever
Say I'm cancelled, I say even better
Man, who gon' tell 'em?
Your opinion doesn't validate me, I been the shit
In my hood, can't get no better, could never intimidate me
Trap music say we geniuses, politics say we crazy (shit)
Man, I was selling yay when Brenda had a baby
When nothing but hip-hop could come and save me
And I just sat there on the pavement
Tryna find a way to make some payment
Had first dibs when they came in
Selling pounds of reefer was strange then (what?)
For eight thousand they gave me ten of 'em
Drove to make it make twenty off the same ten
All our lives we were taught to just hold the pain in (for real)
Imitate Neanderthals and copy cavemen
Can't teach a man how to make it with a handout
Fuck fitting in, keep pushing until you standout
You gotta keep push-
Through the good and the bad
Whether happy or sad
Tryna stand as a man
You gotta keep pushing on
We will see what they do
Keep your head up and move
Love will always come through
You gotta keep pushing on
Through the good and the bad
Whether happy or sad
Tryna stand as a man
You gotta keep pushing on
We will see what they do
Keep your head up and move
Love will always come through
You gotta keep pushing on
Blackberry molasses
One of the things that never change
You gotta keep pushing on
In Snoop Dogg's song "Gotta Keep Pushing," the lyrics touch on themes of resilience, perseverance, and the challenges faced while growing up. The opening lines "Blackberry molasses, One of the things that never change, You gotta keep pushing on" serve as a metaphor for the difficulties of life that always remain constant, and the need to continue moving forward despite them. The sun not always shining and experiencing heartache and pain further emphasize the ups and downs one encounters in life.
The song then delves into Snoop Dogg's personal experiences and reflections on his upbringing. He reminisces about eating Corn Flakes and staying at his grandmother's house while his mother went on dates, highlighting the sense of family and reliance on loved ones. He also mentions the presence of his grandfather in another home with another woman, illustrating the complexities and challenges within his family dynamic. Snoop Dogg acknowledges the hardships and mistakes made by some family members, but also recognizes that they learned from their failures and came back stronger.
The lyrics continue to emphasize the importance of persistence and determination despite obstacles. Snoop Dogg speaks about facing adversity, whether from outside challenges or personal opinions, and how he remains unfazed and focused on his goals. He reflects on his past involvement with selling drugs and finding solace in hip-hop music. Snoop Dogg shares his journey of striving to find a way to make money and eventually breaking free from the cycle of pain and imitation.
Overall, "Gotta Keep Pushing" conveys Snoop Dogg's message of staying resilient, standing tall, and pushing forward despite the hardships faced in life. It serves as a reminder to never give up and to keep striving for success and personal growth.
Line by Line Meaning
Blackberry molasses
Symbolic representation of the simple pleasures of life that remain constant and reliable
One of the things that never change
Acknowledgment of the enduring aspects of life that remain constant amidst all the changes
You gotta keep pushing on
Emphasis on the need to persist and overcome challenges in life
The sun don't rain all the time
Recognition that life has ups and downs, and there will be periods of joy and sadness
There's gonna be some heartache and pain
Acknowledgment that life includes difficult and painful experiences
You gotta keep pushing on
Reiteration of the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity
Just sitting here reminiscing, man
Reflecting on past experiences and memories
Pushing on
Continuing to strive forward despite obstacles
Psh, gotta keep pushing on
Expressing determination to persist in the face of challenges
Mm
Expression of contemplation or agreement
Who remember growing up eating Corn Flakes?
Reflecting on nostalgic memories of childhood and simpler times
Spend the night at granny house 'cause mama on a date
Recalling the times spent with the grandmother when the mother was away
So you ate what you ate and you ate it quick
Highlighting the need to appreciate what one has and make the best of it
'Cause you knew your grandma, she ain't play that shit
Recognizing the strictness and discipline instilled by the grandmother
Paw Paw, he stayed in another house
Referencing the grandfather who lived separately
With another woman, she a brick house
Describing the grandfather's relationship with another woman
Growing up fast was a shit show
Referring to the difficulties and challenges faced while maturing quickly
It's a few things I learned from the get go
Acknowledging the lessons learned early in life
A few folks in my fam fell down
Noting that some family members faced hardships
Then they got their feet back on solid ground
Highlighting the resilience of family members who recovered from their struggles
And came back around and showed me how to fail
Exploring the idea that failures can be valuable lessons
See there's a lesson every time a nigga take a L
Recognizing that there is wisdom gained from every loss or failure
Dead or in jail, that's the fairytale
Acknowledging the unfortunate reality that death or imprisonment is a common fate for some
What I know about it? I know it very well
Expressing personal familiarity with the struggles that some face
That's why I don't stop, won't stop, can't quit
Determination to persevere and never give up
Keep pushing making that dope shit
Continuing to create and succeed in one's chosen field
Through the good and the bad
Enduring through both positive and negative experiences
Whether happy or sad
Persevering regardless of emotional state
Tryna stand as a man
Striving to assert oneself and maintain strength
We will see what they do
Observing the actions and reactions of others
Keep your head up and move
Encouragement to maintain a positive attitude and keep progressing
Love will always come through (yeah, a'ight Snoop)
Belief in the power of love to prevail
From hell or high water, keep my confidence on the level
Maintaining self-assurance and composure in difficult situations
Let my family support me, it could be me against whoever
Relying on the backing and encouragement of family in the face of opposition
Say I'm canceled, I say even better
Reacting positively to criticism or attempts to invalidate
Man, who gon' tell 'em?
Challenging the authority or credibility of those who criticize
Your opinion doesn't validate me, I been the shit
Asserting personal self-worth and disregarding the validation of others
In my hood, can't get no better, could never intimidate me
Expressing pride in one's community and resilience to threats or intimidation
Trap music say we geniuses, politics say we crazy (shit)
Recognizing the conflicting perceptions of the music genre and political establishment
Man, I was selling yay when Brenda had a baby
Recalling a specific time in the past when engaged in illegal activities
When nothing but hip-hop could come and save me
Highlighting the redemptive power of hip-hop music in one's life
And I just sat there on the pavement
Reflecting on a moment of contemplation or uncertainty
Tryna find a way to make some payment
Searching for a means to earn income or financial stability
Had first dibs when they came in
Having priority access to resources or opportunities
Selling pounds of reefer was strange then (what?)
Recalling a time when dealing drugs was considered unusual or novel
For eight thousand they gave me ten of 'em
Describing a drug deal where a large quantity of narcotics was acquired
Drove to make it make twenty off the same ten
Entrepreneurial spirit in maximizing profits from limited resources
All our lives we were taught to just hold the pain in (for real)
Commenting on the societal expectation to suppress emotional distress
Imitate Neanderthals and copy cavemen
Criticizing the tendency to mimic outdated and primitive behaviors
Can't teach a man how to make it with a handout
Acknowledging that true success comes from personal effort and not relying solely on assistance
Fuck fitting in, keep pushing until you standout
Rejecting conformity and advocating for individuality and distinction
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management
Written by: Calvin Broadus, Clifford Harris, Patrick Brown
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@nipsta8164
If Nipsey was on this tune...π₯Ήπ
@TWIZZTHEWHIZKID
T.I.P. went off on this song.
@gringoonthabeat
TI learned how to master dem verses!
@lightVs.DarkBalance
Another timeless classic from the dogg.
@DJSkandalous
This flip of Blackberry Molasses is amazing. Has to be one of Snoop's best songs in the last ten years.
@bilalsabur
I remember when you dissed blackberry molasses when it was used in the last scene of all eyez on me lmao
@DJSkandalous
@@bilalsabur lmao everyone remembers that. When I did that I said it was a gospel song by mistake because they used gospel songs in a different scene. The song is good but I personally wouldn't have used it in that scene when Pac was listening to Nas and the Makaveli album. It was a inaccurate scene like most of the movie.
@MISCDesigns
That beat over the "BlackBerry Molasses" sample is Outkast "Pink and Blue", isn't it?
@thecontentcartel8079
@@MISCDesigns Na itβs not I played everything except the sample ππΎ
@MISCDesigns
@@thecontentcartel8079 ok gotcha