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.
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Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Holla at me
Yessir, right back at your ass
I still got it
Haha, Dave East, Big Snoop Dogg, DJ Drama
Super Dave on the track, yeah, yeah
Legendary
(Gangsta Grillz)
Niggas so impressed by other niggas raps
But the thing you know best is "Bought a TEC" is cap
'Cause you could get jacked on sight if you ain't precise
Figure-four fistfights, make the homies take flight
Flight, take off on you, like I ain't goin' to work today
Most of your favorite rappers pussy, I know it hurt to say
My mama told me hold my brother down, 'cause she was workin' late
My cousin turned Muslim the minute he beat that murder case
I've been all around the world and I've been doin' my thing-thing
Some say that I'm the reason while y'all gangbang
While you was in grade school, I'm takin' fades, fool
Crippin' is international, so now we gettin' paid, fool
They tryna rig the culture, you could say they vultures
You dead sauce, so why the fuck you reachin' for that holster?
Gangbangin' is a test, the stress'll give you an ulcer
Snatch that chain off your neck, don't care if that shit a choker
Cuz see Cripped out, why you so seasick?
Cold on a ho, I leave that bitch anemic (cold)
Me and Dave East, nigga, that's what we wit'
Harlem thirties with that LBC shit
Paper what we get, avoidin' the preset
I'm hard as the cement, we robbed him for three bricks
Avoid niggas that every time they call me, they need shit
I'm Billy D smooth, blue flag and DG Crip
Ricky Ross, Frank Lucas, bumpin' your Tucky Williams
All of 'em had the crown, but none of 'em took it with 'em
So it's our job to do what they couldn't do
Hardwired for this shit, one, two, one, two
So if you're lookin' for some real G's
Let me show you where my niggas at (Where my niggas at?)
And if you're lookin' for the bubble gum (Yessir)
Holler at me (holler at me), I'll holler back
Shooter told me he gotta clap if he catch it
Balenciagas on, all-black, lookin' like Sketchers
We ain't in the foreign, but she never seen a Tesla
Mama did my laundry, fam, my .40 in my dresser
Niggas said they gon' DP me, I shot the fade
Now I'm gettin' head, I'm special ed, I got it made
This hot grave got me in LA, like 'Wop wave
I found out that crime pays, your shit is not John Blaze on
Hustle like Ricky Ross, molotov holocaust
I'ma get one off and then go and see the boss
You's a bitch they play with like toys
Get your drawers slapped off you, like the lil' homie Fatboy do niggas
We group niggas, then we shoot niggas
HMC, DPG, Kurupt and Snoop, nigga
I repped my set, now I just do it in the booth, nigga
From the dirt, I be with smurfs, we all in blue, nigga
So if you're lookin' for some real G's
Let me show you where my niggas at (Where my niggas at?)
And if you're lookin' for the bubble gum (Yessir)
Holler at me (holler at me), I'll holler back
Hardwired for this shit, one, two, one, two
Gangsta Grillz (Gangsta Grillz)
Yessir
Ayy, Drama, haha, I told you, nigga (Mr. Thanksgiving)
Still sound like Snoopy
I don't know what they thought, D-O-dub
Shit, nigga, I still got it
In the first verse of the song, Snoop Dogg opens by expressing confidence in his skills and acknowledging his longevity in the music industry. He references working with DJ Drama, Dave East, and others, highlighting his status as a legendary figure in hip-hop. Snoop then delves into a critique of fake rappers who fabricate stories of violence and crime in their lyrics. He emphasizes the consequences of presenting a false image in the streets, warning that lack of authenticity can lead to dangerous situations. Snoop asserts his own credibility by mentioning his experiences growing up and his ties to the gang culture, suggesting that his authenticity sets him apart from other less genuine rappers. The verse also touches on themes of family loyalty and personal growth, as Snoop mentions his mother's advice and his cousin's transformation after a legal ordeal.
The second verse continues with a focus on street life and the harsh realities of gang activity. Snoop reflects on his reputation and influence in the gang community, boasting about his international reach as a Crip and asserting his status as a prominent figure in the culture. He criticizes those who try to exploit or manipulate the gang lifestyle for profit, cautioning against fake individuals who do not truly understand the consequences of their actions. The verse also alludes to various historical figures and criminal icons, drawing comparisons between their legacies and the current state of gang culture. Snoop emphasizes the importance of carrying on the traditions and principles of past leaders, suggesting that it is their collective responsibility to honor their predecessors by staying true to their roots and upholding their values.
The chorus of the song serves as a callback to the loyalty and camaraderie within Snoop's circle of associates, affirming their solidarity and readiness to support each other in times of need. Snoop invites those seeking authenticity and genuine connections to align themselves with his crew, emphasizing a sense of belonging and unity among like-minded individuals. The lyrics reinforce the idea of staying true to one's roots and finding strength in community, highlighting the importance of loyalty and trust in the face of adversity.
In the final verse, Snoop and his collaborators deliver a message of resilience and perseverance, reaffirming their dedication to their craft and their roots. Snoop reflects on his journey from humble beginnings to achieving success in the music industry, crediting his hard work and determination for his continued relevance and influence. The verse exudes confidence and swagger, with Snoop asserting his place in the rap game and dismissing any doubts about his abilities. The lyrics also reference iconic figures and moments from Snoop's career, reinforcing his legacy and impact on hip-hop culture. Overall, the song conveys a sense of pride, resilience, and authenticity, with Snoop Dogg and his collaborators celebrating their roots and their enduring influence in the music industry.
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Written by: Calvin Jr. Broadus
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