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.
Hotline
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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And while you're yawnin'
We're still goin' on and on and
That's right, y'all, it's Dr bombay
Here's somethin' brand new
From October London, baby
Who are you gonna call when you need a fix?
I'm goin' (You can give us a call)
(That's if you tryna get in touch
With some of this real love)
Do you like when I touch your body like this?
(Yes, yes, yes) oh, you like it, baby
(1-800-Dr-Bombay, hollar)
Ooh, girl, I like it, baby
I'm takin' off work
Just to make some love to you
You've been such a flirt
I can know you're takin' you
Oh, your body, babe, yeah, on top of my
Oh, your body, babe, since you wanna
Wanna die lookin' at your body
I would move you like this (Like this)
Lookin' at your body
I could give you one kiss (Mwah)
Takin' my time down your milky way (yeah)
I wanna lay my rocket on your sweet planet
(I got you singin', bae)
I wonder why (Dr bombay)
I wonder why (Dr bombay)
That's right, ladies
Right about now, we will be takin' calls
So hit us up on the hotline
Right on, it's Dr bombay, how can I help you?
That's right, for sure
October, sing a lil' somethin' to her
Get her mind right
Who are you gonna call when you need a fix?
(Who got the fix?)
Yeah, oh, in October, babe, I'm goin'
I'm goin'
Do you like when I touch your body like this?
(Love it, love it, love it, love it
Do you like it or do you love it?)
Oh, you like it, baby
(Love it, do you like it? Do you love it?)
Oh, girl, I like it, baby
(Do you like it, do you love it?)
The lyrics of Snoop Dogg's song "Hotline" revolve around late-night connections and intimate encounters. The song opens with the reference to the early hours of the morning (3:20 am), suggesting that while others may be tired and sleepy, the artist and his partner are still going strong. Snoop Dogg introduces himself as Dr Bombay, creating an alter ego and setting the stage for some seductive and sensual lines.
He mentions October London, indicating that the song features guest vocals from this artist. The lyrics then delve into the notion of calling someone when in need of a "fix." This fix can be interpreted as both physical intimacy and emotional connection. Snoop Dogg asks who will be there for someone in search of this fix, emphasizing that he is available and ready to provide what they desire. He playfully suggests calling his hotline (1-800-Dr-Bombay) to experience the kind of love and satisfaction he can offer.
The chorus repeats the question of the hotline's availability and the artist's willingness to fulfill desires. Snoop Dogg reassures his partner that he enjoys touching their body and that they seem to enjoy it as well. The lyrics express a desire to spend quality time with the person, promising to fulfill their desires and make them feel good. This part of the song is filled with metaphoric references, comparing their physical connection to space travel, with the mention of rockets and sweet planets.
The final part of the song introduces the concept of taking calls on the hotline, highlighting that listeners can actually reach out to Snoop Dogg and share their experiences or seek advice. The lyrics end with a request for October to serenade the callers and help them get in the right mindset.
Overall, "Hotline" conveys themes of intimacy, desire, and Snoop Dogg's willingness to provide satisfaction and connection through his alter ego, Dr Bombay.
Line by Line Meaning
It's 3: 20 in the mornin'
It's early in the morning and still dark outside.
And while you're yawnin'
While you're tired and stretching.
We're still goin' on and on and
We're still continuing without stopping.
That's right, y'all, it's Dr bombay
Yes, it's Dr Bombay, the one and only.
Here's somethin' brand new
Here's something fresh and original.
From October London, baby
By an artist named October London.
Who are you gonna call when you need a fix?
Who will you contact when you need some help?
(Yes) yeah, oh, in October, babe, I'm goin'
Yes, definitely, I'm there for you in October.
I'm goin'
I will be present.
(You can give us a call)
(You can contact us)
(That's if you tryna get in touch
(If you are trying to connect
With some of this real love)
With genuine affection)
Do you like when I touch your body like this?
Do you enjoy it when I caress your body like this?
(Yes, yes, yes) oh, you like it, baby
(Yes, yes, yes) Oh, baby, you enjoy it.
(1-800-Dr-Bombay, hollar)
(Call 1-800-Dr-Bombay, shout out)
Ooh, girl, I like it, baby
Oh, girl, I enjoy it, baby.
I'm takin' off work
I'm taking a break from work.
Just to make some love to you
Only to be intimate with you.
You've been such a flirt
You have been teasing and playful.
I can know you're takin' you
I understand you're enjoying yourself.
Oh, your body, babe, yeah, on top of my
Oh, baby, your body, yes, over mine.
Oh, your body, babe, since you wanna
Oh, baby, your body, because you desire it.
Wanna die lookin' at your body
I want to have a pleasurable experience viewing your body.
I would move you like this (Like this)
I would handle you in this manner (like this).
Lookin' at your body
Observing your physique.
I could give you one kiss (Mwah)
I could give you a simple kiss (Mwah).
Takin' my time down your milky way (yeah)
Taking my time exploring your sensuality (yeah).
I wanna lay my rocket on your sweet planet
I desire to intimately connect with you.
(I got you singin', bae)
(I have you singing, babe)
I wonder why (Dr bombay)
I wonder why (Dr Bombay)
That's right, ladies
Correct, ladies
Right about now, we will be takin' calls
At this moment, we will answer incoming calls.
So hit us up on the hotline
Contact us via the hotline.
Right on, it's Dr bombay, how can I help you?
Exactly, it's Dr Bombay, how can I assist you?
That's right, for sure
Indeed, without a doubt.
October, sing a lil' somethin' to her
October, serenade her with a short song.
Get her mind right
Help her to think clearly.
Who are you gonna call when you need a fix?
Who will you contact when you need assistance?
(Who got the fix?)
(Who possesses the solution?)
Yeah, oh, in October, babe, I'm goin'
Yes, oh, in October, babe, I'll be there.
I'm goin'
I will be present.
Do you like when I touch your body like this?
Do you enjoy it when I caress your body in this way?
(Love it, love it, love it, love it
(Absolutely adore it, love it, love it)
Do you like it or do you love it?)
Do you simply like it or do you love it?)
Oh, you like it, baby
Oh, baby, you enjoy it.
(Love it, do you like it? Do you love it?)
(Love it, do you like it? Do you love it?)
Oh, girl, I like it, baby
Oh, girl, I enjoy it, baby.
(Do you like it, do you love it?)
(Do you like it, do you love it?)
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