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.
I_Wanna_Rock
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Snoop Dogg! Snoop Dogg! Snoop Dogg!
hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! (I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now)
hey! Hey! Hey! Hey! (I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now)
It's ya Eastside partner, Big Snoopy D-O
Long Beach with me, the city and the turf chump
Get turf stomped, fuckin' with the turf punk
I'm geeked up, I'm on my tip hoe
Turn it up bee-itch, what you here foe?
I'm goin all in, that's what I do
My little niggas jerkin, what's up with you?
This little rappin' ass, niggas tappin' out
I'm almost twenty in, the fuck you rappin' 'bout?!
My niggas peeled up, the homeys growin' big
I'm all in the club rollin' twenty crips
You see a G, you better know the deal
You see the fellas fool, I'm in the streets for real
I'm kickin' on these hoes, do 'em like dominoes
I slam 'em on they back, and tell 'em vamanos
I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now
I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now
I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now (Snoop Dogg!)
I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now (Snoop Dogg! Snoop Dogg!)
(Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!) I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now
(Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!) I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now
I see 'em comin' huh, that's what I heard 'em said
The .38 the same color's the Chevrolets
501's on, gangsta lookin' good
I'm in the club holmes, Chuck'n up the hood
We the West boy, yeah you see the shirt
Smokin' on that Kobe, fuckin' wit' that purp
I gotta get 'er mayne, baby hella thick
She said her name was Seven, call me Michael Vick
'Cause I'm a dog, hoe, give 'em the dick and dash
Fuck whatchu called fo', if I ain't hit dat ass
I'm Snoopy D-O-Dubb, I get it poppin' cuz
And when I'm in the buildin', they get to poppin' up
They get to spendin' cash, screamin T.I.U.
Now gon' turn it up, lil' mama look at you!
I'm giggin' on these hoes, do 'em like dominoes
And slam 'em on they back, and tell 'em vamanos
I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now (Snoop! Dogg!)
I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now (Snoop! Dogg! Snoop Dogg!)
(Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!) I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now)
(Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!) I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now)
Boss Dogg chillin', lookin' like a million
Yeah, nigga got it, I'm a leave it to my chil'ren
Tonight I'm on some other shit, and baby lovin' it
Hella fast, grip dey ass like the oven mitt
I'm gooned up, boy! Rich as fuck, boy!
Black and gold brakes, that's my truck, boy
I'm on my Eastside, shit I'm workin'
I got the party goin', and it's jerkin
My niggas all long, we rollin' out deck
Hoes gettin' in, you betta pick a bitch
'Cause when I shut it down, the party's over wit'
She call me Superman, I'm on my soldier shit (yugh!)
Boss Dogg, get 'em, I sick 'em and take 'em home
West Coast bitch, I'm on my fuckin' throne
I'm giggin' on these hoes, do 'em like dominoes
And slam 'em on they back, and tell 'em vamanos
I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now (Snoop! Dogg!)
I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now (Snoop! Dogg! Snoop Dogg!)
(Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!) I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now
(Hey! Hey! Hey! Hey!)I wanna rock right now, rock-rock-right now
I wanna rock right now
The song "I Wanna Rock" by Snoop Dogg feat. Samy Deluxe is a hip hop track that talks about living it up and enjoying life. Snoop Dogg is hyping the crowd up with his heavy beats and catchy chorus. He starts by introducing himself and telling the audience to turn up the volume. He then raps about his success and how he is living life to the fullest. He talks about the women in the club and how he treats them like dominoes, slamming them on their back and telling them to leave. The chorus repeats the line, "I wanna rock right now," emphasizing the desire to live in the moment and have a good time.
The verse by Samy Deluxe is in German and adds a unique touch to the track. He raps about his lifestyle and compares himself to Michael Vick, the former NFL player who was known for his agility and quick thinking. He talks about getting money and spending it in the club, showing off his wealth and high status. The chorus comes back in, repeating the desire to rock right now and capturing the essence of the song. Snoop Dogg finishes the track, calling himself Boss Dogg and asserting his power over the party. He encourages the audience to pick their favorite girl and enjoy themselves while he shuts down the club.
Overall, "I Wanna Rock" is a party anthem that speaks to the desire to enjoy life and live in the moment. It's a song about living large, leaving a mark, and having a good time while it lasts.
Line by Line Meaning
Right about now!
The song is about to start.
It's ya Eastside partner, Big Snoopy D-O
Snoop Dogg is introducing himself, saying he represents the East side.
Turned like D-lo, catch me on your TiVo
He's saying he's famous and can be seen on TV.
Long Beach with me, the city and the turf chump
He's from Long Beach, California and proud of it.
Get turf stomped, fuckin' with the turf punk
Don't mess with Snoop Dogg or his turf.
I'm geeked up, I'm on my tip hoe
He's excited and ready to party.
Turn it up bee-itch, what you here foe?
He's telling the DJ to turn up the music and asking why people are at the club if they're not there to party.
I'm goin all in, that's what I do
He's all-in on the party and won't hold back.
My little niggas jerkin, what's up with you?
He's referencing a dance move and challenging others to join in.
This little rappin' ass, niggas tappin' out
He's saying other rappers can't keep up with him.
I'm almost twenty in, the fuck you rappin' 'bout?!
He's saying he's been in the game for a long time and other rappers have nothing new to say.
My niggas peeled up, the homeys growin' big
His friends are successful and growing in fame and fortune.
You see a G, you better know the deal
People should know that Snoop is a gangster when they see him.
You see the fellas fool, I'm in the streets for real
He's a real gangster and not just playing around with his persona.
I'm kickin' on these hoes, do 'em like dominoes
He's having sex with women and referring to them as objects.
I slam 'em on they back, and tell 'em vamanos
He's finishing the sexual act and telling the women to leave.
I see 'em comin' huh, that's what I heard 'em said
He's noticing people coming to the club.
The .38 the same color's the Chevrolets
He's talking about his weapon and car.
501's on, gangsta lookin' good
He's wearing expensive clothing and looking good.
We the West boy, yeah you see the shirt
He's representing the West Coast and his shirt shows it.
Smokin' on that Kobe, fuckin' wit' that purp
He's smoking weed and enjoying himself.
I gotta get 'er mayne, baby hella thick
He's attracted to a woman and she has a curvy body.
She said her name was Seven, call me Michael Vick
She has a nickname and wants to be called by that name.
'Cause I'm a dog, hoe, give 'em the dick and dash
He sees himself as an alpha male who has sex with women and leaves immediately.
Fuck whatchu called fo', if I ain't hit dat ass
He's saying there's no point in calling him later if he hasn't had sex with the woman.
I'm on my Eastside, shit I'm workin'
He's still representing the East side and working hard at the party.
My niggas all long, we rollin' out deck
His friends are all tall and they're leaving the party together.
Hoes gettin' in, you betta pick a bitch
Women are trying to get into his car and he has to choose one.
Boss Dogg, get 'em, I sick 'em and take 'em home
He considers himself the boss and takes women home with him.
West Coast bitch, I'm on my fuckin' throne
He's a king in the West Coast music scene.
I'm giggin' on these hoes, do 'em like dominoes
He's still having sex with women and referring to them as objects.
And slam 'em on they back, and tell 'em vamanos
He's finishing the sexual act and telling the women to leave.
Boss Dogg chillin', lookin' like a million
He's relaxing and feeling wealthy and successful.
Tonight I'm on some other shit, and baby lovin' it
He's in a good mood and enjoying himself.
Hella fast, grip dey ass like the oven mitt
He's touching women's butts quickly and forcefully.
I'm gooned up, boy! Rich as fuck, boy!
He's high on drugs and feeling rich and successful.
Black and gold brakes, that's my truck, boy
He has a customized truck with black and gold parts.
When I shut it down, the party's over wit'
When he leaves the club, the party's over.
She call me Superman, I'm on my soldier shit (yugh!)
Women see him as a superhero and he feels like a soldier.
Boss Dogg, get 'em, I sick 'em and take 'em home
He considers himself the boss and takes women home with him.
West Coast bitch, I'm on my fuckin' throne
He's a king in the West Coast music scene.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CALVIN BROADUS, JAMES BROWN, ROBERT GINYARD, ELIJAH MOLINA
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@reppinNY
Who in here in 2023?🔥
@delmontiporter651
2024 and still listening 🎶
@ogcurly6256
This song was WAY ahead of its time
@Darkempress45
I agree, this beat is TIMELESS!!!
@alphonsity
i cant get over this beat
@MikeG1
Scoop Devile kid frost's son makes 🔥beats did the songs poetic justice, the recipe for Kendrick Lamar
@striker3558
Eminem used it first in "Medicine Ball"
@100thdegree
striker3 they both sampled it from Rob Base and DJ EZ it takes two
@mackinshizzaveli4202
striker3 You really said Eminem used it first tho fucking hilarious 😂
@adamgordon2572
alphonse _ : 👋🏾👋🏾 and very addictive 🔥🔥