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.
How We Do
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Boss Dogg even when I'm on, I'm off y'all
Lookin' for the king, It'll cost y'all
You better leave now, are you lost, dawg?
The Zombie King, yeah, I hear him coming
OG ghoul with a thirst for the run-in
You in the wrong bar, wrong town
The real deal, coming down that hill
Your brains for breakfast, soul on the menu
Major checklist, ghouls, goblins
Guard the exit
The fire in his eyes, ain't hard to catch it
El Diablo, the haunting, taunting veterano
It's scary, I know
The Goner Gulch, where the drama is
But don't hate the game
We in the zombie biz (Yеs, sir)
We feel the love whеn we all dance together
(What, what, what? Together)
We made it, made it up all life long
We won't stop (We won't stop)
El Diablo is here
Dance! We the baddest crew
Hands high, what's eating you? (C'mon, c'mon)
Us, we coming through
Killing it is how we do
El Diablo's on his way (El Diablo)
Smell the odour of decay
Dance, we came to slay
'Cause killing it is how we do
We feel the love when we all dance together
(What, what, what? Together)
We made it, made it up all life long
We won't stop (We won't stop)
El Diablo is here
Dance! We the baddest crew
Hands high, what's eating you? (C'mon, c'mon)
Us, we coming through
Killing it is how we do
El Diablo's on his way (El Diablo)
Smell the odour of decay
Dance, we came to slay
'Cause killing it is how we do
The lyrics to Snoop Dogg's song "How We Do" convey a sense of power and confidence. In the first verse, Snoop refers to himself as "Boss Dogg" and asserts his dominance, even when he appears to be laid-back or not fully engaged. He warns others that finding the king (himself) will come at a cost and advises them to leave if they are lost. He portrays himself as the "Zombie King," a formidable figure with a thirst for action and confrontation. Snoop Dogg metaphorically compares himself to a ghoul, ready to pounce on his prey. He states that he is in the wrong bar and town, suggesting that he doesn't fit in with ordinary people and has a spot to fill in a different, more extraordinary realm.
The chorus expresses a sense of unity and camaraderie. Snoop Dogg emphasizes the power of collective dancing and the love that is felt when everyone comes together. He highlights the journey they've all taken in life and affirms that they will not be stopped. The presence of "El Diablo," a Spanish term meaning "the devil," adds an element of danger and mystique to their collective energy on the dancefloor. It symbolizes a rebellious and fearless spirit that cannot be extinguished.
In the second verse, Snoop Dogg continues to assert their superiority as the "baddest crew." He encourages the audience to raise their hands and let go of any worries or burdens. He states that they are coming through, which can be interpreted as a declaration of their arrival and presence. The phrase "killing it is how we do" suggests a relentless pursuit of success and excellence. Snoop Dogg uses the character of "El Diablo" to embody this mindset, as they revel in the smell of decay, suggesting a disregard for conventional norms and a willingness to embrace their darker side.
The final chorus reiterates the power of collective dancing and their refusal to be stopped. Snoop Dogg emphasizes that they are a force to be reckoned with, fully embracing their role as creators of chaos and excitement. "Slaying" on the dancefloor becomes their mission, and they revel in the destructive allure of their presence.
Overall, the lyrics portray a sense of confidence, unity, and rebellion. Snoop Dogg and his crew assert their dominance and refuse to conform to societal norms. They revel in their collective power and find joy in the act of dancing and embracing their darker and more rebellious sides. The presence of "El Diablo" adds a mystical and dangerous element to their energy, emphasizing their fearless pursuit of success and an unapologetic approach to life.
Line by Line Meaning
Dance!
Let's all dance and have a good time!
Boss Dogg even when I'm on, I'm off y'all
I remain in control and on top of my game, even when I appear to be relaxed or not fully engaged.
Lookin' for the king, It'll cost y'all
If you're searching for someone as dominant and powerful as me, it won't come cheap.
You better leave now, are you lost, dawg?
It's time for you to go, do you not know where you are or what you're doing?
The Zombie King, yeah, I hear him coming
I can sense the presence of a powerful and legendary figure, known as the Zombie King.
OG ghoul with a thirst for the run-in
I am an original and experienced creature of the night, always eager for excitement and confrontation.
You in the wrong bar, wrong town
You have mistakenly wandered into a place where you don't belong and where danger lurks.
Got a spot to fill
There is an opening or vacancy that needs to be occupied.
The real deal, coming down that hill
I am the genuine and formidable force making my way towards you.
Your brains for breakfast, soul on the menu
I will consume your intelligence and essence, devouring your mind and spirit.
Major checklist, ghouls, goblins
I have a significant agenda and a group of monstrous beings accompanying me.
Guard the exit
Our task is to protect and secure the way out.
The fire in his eyes, ain't hard to catch it
The passion and intensity in his gaze are easily noticeable and contagious.
El Diablo, the haunting, taunting veterano
I am El Diablo, an experienced and provocative figure who haunts and mocks others.
It's scary, I know
I understand that my presence can be intimidating and frightening.
The Goner Gulch, where the drama is
We are in Goner Gulch, a place notorious for its intense and dramatic events.
But don't hate the game
Don't resent or criticize the circumstances or rules of this situation.
We in the zombie biz (Yеs, sir)
We are involved in the business of zombies, and we take it seriously.
We feel the love whеn we all dance together
There is a strong sense of connection and positivity when we all dance as a united group.
(What, what, what? Together)
We are emphasizing the unity and togetherness in our dancing.
We made it, made it up all life long
We have achieved success and overcome challenges throughout our entire lives.
We won't stop (We won't stop)
We will not cease or give up our endeavors.
El Diablo is here
El Diablo has arrived, asserting his presence.
Dance! We the baddest crew
Let's dance! We are the most skilled and formidable group.
Hands high, what's eating you? (C'mon, c'mon)
Raise your hands, and what troubles or worries you? Let's forget about it and have a good time.
Us, we coming through
We are approaching with confidence and determination.
Killing it is how we do
We are exceptionally successful and skilled at what we do.
El Diablo's on his way (El Diablo)
El Diablo is on his journey towards us, ready to make an impact.
Smell the odour of decay
The aroma of decomposition and death is in the air.
Dance, we came to slay
We are here to dance and dominate.
'Cause killing it is how we do
We excel and achieve greatness in everything we do.
Lyrics © MYGUYMARSMUSIC
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wishkyunnight
The only bad thing about this song is that it’s only 2 minutes and 17 seconds. Monsta X can truly do anything
Zakiah Ramli
Yeahh we need more of this
★ Itz_Reddie ★
Agree, also I’m not a fan of snoop dogg.
★ Itz_Reddie ★
I’m a monbebe btw
Nblock
@★ Itz_Reddie ★ I'm not a fan of monsta x either
★ Itz_Reddie ★
@Nblock oh that’s ok
joobebe8123
Monsta X is really out here DOING IT ALL. People need to stop sleeping on them. They are the best dancers, EVERYONE even the rap line can sing, they're all visuals, they've all improved their english (All About Luv is perfection), they're funny, people they work with always have nice things to say, a lot of 4th Gen looks up to them, & they keep fighting even when haters keep trying to take them down. I'll always support them, including Wonho.
T B
THIS!!!!!
nomu choa
This song is gold. Please collaborate with Monsta X more. They are really talented
RihannaZarona
they are definitely very talented