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.
Hustle & Ball
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Yeah man these niggas think that I done fell off man
Think my shit done got weak I guess
Shit nigga I been hustlin' grindin' like a motherfucker
I ain't went nowhere know what I mean?
Shit guess I got to let these niggas know who I am
What I stand for and what I'm about huh
You feel me check this out BITCH!!
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
I get up early in the mourning and begin my mission
Brush my teeth then I creeps to the kitchen
Cook some bacon and eggs and put some braids in my head
Stash this pound, put the shit down then I head
To the spot that's hot, fuck a fed
I gotta clock this knot ya heard what I said
I'm taking penitentiary chances, dancing with the devil
I'm in it to win it for No Limit nigga next level
A whole lot of y'all niggas out there walk around dead here take this
Shovel
Dig your own grave, your pushing on them pebbles
Stand out there on that corner long enough and watch what happen
Quit yapping about what you ain't got and get cracking now that's what
Happening
Ain't no body give me shit I took it
Nigga straight now but I started off croocked
Now look at all the shit I been through and I'm 'fen to
Get what I gotta get cause I'm just straight down for this shit
Now
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
They say money is the key to end all your woes
That's probably why I love it and cant stand them hoes
I chop trees with G's and take trips over seas
And pack a nine all the time and that's for all my enimies
What y'all thought, I cant get caught
It ain't my motherfucking fault they call mister seasonig salt
I'm bringing Gangsta shit to this No Limit click
I'm way down south in a house and I'm banging this shit
I got gold around my neck that will never ever fade
Rolex watch on my wrist nigga getting paid
That's all I live fo , you dig it
Game is to be sold not to be told that's what my nigga P said can you
Feel it
What y'all niggas knocking me fo and watching me fo
While your bitch jocking me and clocking this doe
Boy that sound like the old Snoop Dogg, shit I'm trying to get paid
Papered up and trying to ball y'all feel me
Avoiding the snitches and the and the bitches too
And the fake ass snake ass niggas which is you nigga fuck you
I buck you you I stick you I stuck you
I love making that music that y'all niggas say y'all drugs to
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
Whats my motherfucking name
Snoop Dogg
What I like to do
You like to hustle and ball
Bow-wow
Game recognize game
Now you know how a gangsta gangsta
You how a hustler hustle
And you know how a baller balls
That's what you get when you fucking with Snoop Dogg
Straight up '98 No Limit records
You feel me that's real ha ha yeah
Hustle & Ball That's all we do
All the real hustlers out there gone and give it up
Yeah get your money money get your money
Keep your heat get your money money
The song Hustle & Ball by Snoop Dogg is a reminder to his listeners who doubt his skills and think that he has lost his touch when it comes to his art. Snoop Dogg talks about his daily routine, starting from morning rituals to how he earns his livelihood. He makes it clear that he is here to stay and that he is all about the hustle to earn his daily bread while balling through life. He talks about how he takes risks and lives his life by his rules, taking no handouts and working hard instead. Snoop advises that instead of complaining about not having enough, the best way to succeed is to work hard and make things happen.
Overall, the song's message is about persistence, resilience, hard work, and enduring through hardships to achieve success. It is a reflection of Snoop's life and how he hustles to maintain his relevant spot in the rap industry while also enjoying his success and living his best life.
Line by Line Meaning
Yo whats up P
Casual greeting to friend
Yeah man these niggas think that I done fell off man
People believe I am no longer successful
Think my shit done got weak I guess
Believe my work is no longer effective
Shit nigga I been hustlin' grindin' like a motherfucker
I have been working hard constantly
I ain't went nowhere know what I mean?
I have still been present and active
Shit guess I got to let these niggas know who I am
I need to remind people of my identity and worth
What I stand for and what I'm about huh
I need to express my values and principles to others
You feel me check this out BITCH!!
Listen to my rap!
I get up early in the mourning and begin my mission
I start hustling first thing in the morning
Brush my teeth then I creeps to the kitchen
I brush my teeth and quietly head to the kitchen
Cook some bacon and eggs and put some braids in my head
I eat breakfast and style my hair with braids
Stash this pound, put the shit down then I head
Hide my stash of drugs and leave
To the spot that's hot, fuck a fed
Go to the riskiest place to sell drugs without fear
I gotta clock this knot ya heard what I said
I need to earn a lot of money as soon as possible
I'm taking penitentiary chances, dancing with the devil
I'm taking great risks, being reckless with my life
I'm in it to win it for No Limit nigga next level
I'm working hard to succeed in my next project
A whole lot of y'all niggas out there walk around dead here take this Shovel
Many people don't know what to do with their lives
Dig your own grave, your pushing on them pebbles
You're making your own troubles and heading towards failure
Stand out there on that corner long enough and watch what happen
If you're patient and persistent, good things can happen
Quit yapping about what you ain't got and get cracking now that's what Happening
Stop complaining about what you lack and start taking action
Ain't no body give me shit I took it
I earned everything I have through hard work and seizing opportunities
Nigga straight now but I started off crooked
I was once involved with illegal activities, but now I am straight
Now look at all the shit I been through and I'm 'fen to
Despite struggles, I am about to succeed
Get what I gotta get cause I'm just straight down for this shit
I'm motivated to succeed because I am passionate about my work
They say money is the key to end all your woes
Some people believe that money can solve all problems
That's probably why I love it and cant stand them hoes
I love money and dislike women who only care about money
I chop trees with G's and take trips over seas
I am involved with wealthy people and travel abroad
And pack a nine all the time and that's for all my enimies
I carry a gun for protection against enemies
What y'all thought, I cant get caught
Don't think I won't be able to get away with things illegally
It ain't my motherfucking fault they call mister seasonig salt
It's not my fault that people accuse me of being a seasoned criminal
I'm bringing Gangsta shit to this No Limit click
I am contributing my gangsta style to my group No Limit
I'm way down south in a house and I'm banging this shit
I'm in the southern states and making great music
I got gold around my neck that will never ever fade
I have gold jewelry that will always be valuable
Rolex watch on my wrist nigga getting paid
I have a Rolex watch and earn lots of money
That's all I live fo , you dig it
I live for money, do you understand?
Game is to be sold not to be told that's what my nigga P said can you Feel it
My friend P told me that you have to sell your skills, not just talk about it
What y'all niggas knocking me fo and watching me fo
Why are you criticizing me and paying attention to me?
While your bitch jocking me and clocking this doe
Your woman is interested in me and my money
Boy that sound like the old Snoop Dogg, shit I'm trying to get paid
That sounds like how I acted in the past, but now I am focused on earning money
Papered up and trying to ball y'all feel me
I have lots of money and I'm trying to live luxuriously
Avoiding the snitches and the and the bitches too
I try to stay away from informants and disloyal women
And the fake ass snake ass niggas which is you nigga fuck you
I hate fake people like you, who pretend to be friends but are snakes in reality
I buck you you I stick you I stuck you
They fight back against those who wronged them
I love making that music that y'all niggas say y'all drugs to
I love creating music that fans enjoy and consume like drugs
Bow-wow
Sound of excitement and amazement
Game recognize game
Successful people understand and acknowledge other successful people
Now you know how a gangsta gangsta
This is how real gangsters operate
You how a hustler hustle
This is how dedicated hustlers work
And you know how a baller balls
This is how successful people live and spend money
That's what you get when you fucking with Snoop Dogg
This is the experience you have with Snoop Dogg
Straight up '98 No Limit records
This is the style and label of the music
You feel me that's real ha ha yeah
Do you understand that's how it really is?
Hustle & Ball That's all we do
We only know how to hustle and spend money
All the real hustlers out there gone and give it up
All the successful and hardworking people, keep going
Yeah get your money money get your money
Yes, keep earning money
Keep your heat get your money money
Keep your weapon and keep earning money
Lyrics © Ultra Tunes, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Calvin Broadus, Odell Vickerous
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@yungtwun
Just admit it... this whole album is dope!
@danielarismendiz5783
It is bro. I almost want to say classic.
@jamaaldavis3222
One his hardest tracks on the album damn 1998 highschool days
@jermainerobinson2975
Yes sir 🔥🔥🔥🔥💯
@deshaunknox9355
Snoop went so hard on this cut!
@j.kingbigslimvevo7878
This Niggas Flow On Here 🔥 🔥
@45jaay68
This one of his dopest tracks bruh
@ahmedkamel282
This is raw form at his peak and easily his hardest track ever best outrow in hip hop history
@nomibe2911
You gave Snoop a gangster beat and he would tear it up.
@tyshellwashington9670
This was one of my favorite songs from this album. Never knew the name of it til now