I Will Survive
Snoop Dogg Lyrics


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[Technique]
By dawn's early light
I shine brighter than the stars in the night
And 'bout ready for a fight
Come noon, I've consumed enough juice
To cut loose and throw a mic to the moon
Since I'm the sun, I'll make you one, it's all for fun
I'm torching hot and all the same
From playing war games with Saddam Hussein
Now who's sane? I'm insane, my membrane's on cold-grown
The tempature's rising, to fry the cells in your dome
It might be on, and if you think so, you know me
It's Tech Caponey, the Doggfather's little homey
[Snoop Doggy Dogg]
Ain't that somethin', how I got little homeys now?
I remember when I was just a little bow-wow
Writing for my rep, calling 'fore I step
Now I put niggas in the game just to stay on deck
High profile, but my style low-pro
Top dogg on the Row, Doggystyle C.E.O.
And I blow the best indo, that you know of
So when I'm in your town, dip down, and show love
You know what? What's up? Shit, I'm feeling good now
You better come and get me 'fore I fall into a freestyle
[Technique]
They say, what's a rapper? Well nigga, what's an emcee?
If they don't got the skills, then they don't roll with me
Ain't that the truth?, I'm bulletproof off the roof
I got a mic and a fix, that'll jack you for your tooth
I'm out for rep, but how long will it last?
I'm coming up quick, cause broke niggas need cash
At last, I'm at the top, so I maintain now
Gotta bang now, nigga this Doggystyle
[Snoop Doggy Dogg]
All she ever wanted was a small time, love thang
Got my homey caught up in the dope game, coke game
He so sprung, on top of that he young
He's only thirteen years old, and the world's so cold
He never took the time-out to fall down on his knees
Until he fucked his G, got some keys, now they's enemies
The niggas he grew up with, they put him in the game
Now they 'bout to take him out the game
Man it's a shame, but you know how that shit go
That's life in the fast lane, that's why I roll ??
[Chorus]: Kurupt,(Snoop),
I'd rather not get shot
I'd rather sit in the studio and rock spots
Dogg Pound, Doggystyle, we're one big family, it's all DPG (DPG)
I got a G on the best bomb money can buy
I ain't out for no homicides, I'm out to survive
Dogg Pound, Doggystyle, one big family, it's all DPG (DPG)
[Technique]
(Niggas) Niggas and hoes will try to get you twisted
But I'm unlisted in the books
You base your life on that, you might get your life took, BLAOW!
Put me in the game, I'm riding hard 'til I win
Serve a crew, kill a few niggas, 'til the end
I mean, I'm a fiend for superior green
And all my life I got advice from a superior team
I gotta stay away from the casket
Don't get blasted, and tell my kids how I lasted
But my crew's mafioso, so my philoso-
Phy is to G to the day that I d-i-e
[Snoop Doggy Dogg]
Snoop Dogg, smooth and imperial
Wake up every morning to my Lucky Charms cerials
Time's getting drastic, man I'm a flas it
Dogg Pound Gangstas' choking off that boombastic
Have you ever heard?
I'm loose, shook the feds, like the juice, Snoop Dogg is 121st proof
Fool, you's a deuce, Deuce is some Genuine Draft
I'm a genuwine, like ??, and all about cash, cash,
Cash, I got some free, so indeed I gets the lighter for the hash
Has it ever been a time when you didn't have a dime
To your name, and the only way to gain is through crime?
Sometimes I used to pack, one time I got jacked by some sacs
But you know I got mine, you know about the Don Corleone




I'm-a survive and thank God for Lil' Spanky B. and Bone
[Chorus]: Kurupt,(Snoop),

Overall Meaning

In "I Will Survive," Snoop Dogg and Technique reflect on their journey to fame and their commitment to survival in the hip-hop industry. They come from different perspectives but express their experiences through rhymes and wordplay. In the first verse, Technique claims to be a fighter, always ready to take on anyone, anytime. He compares himself to the sun, shining brighter than the stars in the night, and ready to make others shine too. He is not afraid to be insane and push the limits of what is possible in his pursuit of success. Snoop Dogg joins in, acknowledging that he has come a long way from being a little bow-wow to becoming a top dog on the row. He is proud of his achievements, smoking the best Indo, and spreading love wherever he goes. The chorus by Kurupt emphasizes the bond between the members of the Dogg Pound and how they rely on each other to survive the challenges of the industry.


In the second verse, Technique reflects on the temptations that come with fame, especially for young rappers like him who grew up in poverty. He admits to being a fiend for money and weed and to have been influenced by his crew's mafioso ways. However, he also knows that this lifestyle comes with risks of getting killed or landing in jail. He wants to avoid such outcomes, stay away from caskets, and tell his kids how he lasted. Snoop Dogg adds his perspective to the verse, telling a story of a friend who got caught up in the dope game and ended up getting killed. He emphasizes the importance of being grounded and resisting the temptations that could ruin one's life.


Overall, "I Will Survive" is a track that talks about the struggles and challenges of surviving in the hip-hop industry and the determination required to succeed. It's a message of hope for those who have come from poverty and a warning to not get caught up in the trappings of fame.


Line by Line Meaning

By dawn's early light
In the early morning, when the sun first rises


I shine brighter than the stars in the night
I am more radiant than the stars in the dark sky


And 'bout ready for a fight
I am prepared for a physical altercation


Come noon, I've consumed enough juice
By midday, I have had enough alcohol


To cut loose and throw a mic to the moon
To let go and perform to the best of my abilities


Since I'm the sun, I'll make you one, it's all for fun
Since I am the center of attention, I will make you one too for entertainment purposes


I'm torching hot and all the same
I am very hot and attractive


From playing war games with Saddam Hussein
From engaging in simulated military exercises with a former dictator


Now who's sane? I'm insane, my membrane's on cold-grown
Who is considered mentally stable? I am not, my brain is numb


The temperature's rising, to fry the cells in your dome
The temperature is increasing, enough to destroy the cells in your head


It might be on, and if you think so, you know me
It may be happening, and if you believe it, you know who I am


It's Tech Caponey, the Doggfather's little homey
It's Tech Caponey, the Doggfather's little protege


Ain't that somethin', how I got little homeys now?
Isn't it something how I have young proteges now?


I remember when I was just a little bow-wow
I recall when I was much younger


Writing for my rep, calling 'fore I step
Creating music to enhance my reputation, calling before arriving


Now I put niggas in the game just to stay on deck
Now I help other rappers enter the industry to maintain my influence


High profile, but my style low-pro
Well known, but tending to remain unnoticed


Top dogg on the Row, Doggystyle C.E.O.
Most successful rapper on the Row, CEO of Doggystyle Records


And I blow the best indo, that you know of
I smoke the highest quality marijuana


So when I'm in your town, dip down, and show love
So when I visit your city, show me some affection


You know what? What's up? Shit, I'm feeling good now
You know what? What's happening? I'm feeling great currently


You better come and get me 'fore I fall into a freestyle
You should come and rescue me before I begin improvising lyrics


They say, what's a rapper? Well nigga, what's an emcee?
People ask, what is the difference between a rapper and an emcee?


If they don't got the skills, then they don't roll with me
If they do not possess the necessary talent, they cannot collaborate with me


Ain't that the truth?, I'm bulletproof off the roof
Isn't that the reality? I am indestructible, even jumping off of a building


I got a mic and a fix, that'll jack you for your tooth
I have a microphone and skills that can intimidate and subdue others


I'm out for rep, but how long will it last?
I am striving for recognition, but how long will it persist?


I'm coming up quick, cause broke niggas need cash
I am increasing in prominence since impoverished individuals need money


At last, I'm at the top, so I maintain now
Finally, I am at the peak, so I must preserve it


Gotta bang now, nigga this Doggystyle
I must demonstrate my best abilities now, this is my style


All she ever wanted was a small time, love thang
All she ever desired was a small romance


Got my homey caught up in the dope game, coke game
Involved my friend in the drug trade, particularly cocaine


He so sprung, on top of that he young
He is infatuated and addicted, and furthermore, he is immature


He's only thirteen years old, and the world's so cold
He is just a young teenager, and society is harsh and unforgiving


He never took the time-out to fall down on his knees
He has never paused to pray


Until he fucked his G, got some keys, now they's enemies
Until he had intercourse with a gang leader's girlfriend and acquired drugs, now they are adversaries


The niggas he grew up with, they put him in the game
The people he had known since childhood are the ones who enticed him to deal drugs


Now they 'bout to take him out the game
Now they intend to expel him from the illicit business


Man it's a shame, but you know how that shit go
It's unfortunate, but you are aware how things operate in that environment


That's life in the fast lane, that's why I roll ??
That's existence in a high-speed world, which is why I conduct myself in a certain way


I'd rather not get shot
I prefer not to be injured by gunfire


I'd rather sit in the studio and rock spots
I prefer being in the recording booth and performing exceptionally


Dogg Pound, Doggystyle, we're one big family, it's all DPG (DPG)
Dogg Pound and Doggystyle, we are a united group, it is all DPG


I got a G on the best bomb money can buy
I have a gram of the highest quality marijuana available


I ain't out for no homicides, I'm out to survive
I am not looking to kill anyone, I just want to stay alive


Niggas and hoes will try to get you twisted
Men and women will attempt to deceive and manipulate you


But I'm unlisted in the books
But my name and information cannot be found in records


You base your life on that, you might get your life took, BLAOW!
If you rely on that, you may lose your life suddenly


Put me in the game, I'm riding hard 'til I win
Allow me to participate, I will endeavor to succeed steadfastly


Serve a crew, kill a few niggas, 'til the end
Assist a group, eliminate several enemies, until the conclusion


I mean, I'm a fiend for superior green
I am possessed by an insatiable hunger for the best marijuana


And all my life I got advice from a superior team
Throughout my life, I have received guidance from an exceptional group


I gotta stay away from the casket
I must avoid death by any means necessary


Don't get blasted, and tell my kids how I lasted
Don't get killed, and inform my children how long I survived


But my crew's mafioso, so my philoso-
But my group has mafia ties, so my philosophy is


Phy is to G to the day that I d-i-e
Philosophy is to remain gangster until the day I expire


Snoop Dogg, smooth and imperial
Snoop Dogg, suave and authoritative


Wake up every morning to my Lucky Charms cerials
I begin each day by eating Lucky Charms breakfast cereal


Time's getting drastic, man I'm a flas it
Time is running out, I am hastening


Dogg Pound Gangstas' choking off that boombastic
Dogg Pound Gangstas are inhaling potent marijuana


Have you ever heard?
Have you ever been informed?


I'm loose, shook the feds, like the juice, Snoop Dogg is 121st proof
I am uninhibited, I shook the authorities like an alcoholic beverage with 121 proof alcohol content


Fool, you's a deuce, Deuce is some Genuine Draft
Idiot, you are a fraud, Deuce is a mediocre beer brand


I'm a genuwine, like ??, and all about cash, cash,
I am authentic, like a specific person whose name I cannot remember, and exclusively concerned with money


Cash, I got some free, so indeed I gets the lighter for the hash
I have some money available, so I use it to purchase a lighter for my marijuana


Has it ever been a time when you didn't have a dime
Have you ever been so broke that you had no money


To your name, and the only way to gain is through crime?
And the only method of acquiring money is by committing illegal acts?


Sometimes I used to pack, one time I got jacked by some sacs
At times, I carried firearms, and once I was robbed by some acquaintances


But you know I got mine, you know about the Don Corleone
But you are aware that I obtained my revenge, you know of Don Corleone


I'm-a survive and thank God for Lil' Spanky B. and Bone
I will persevere and acknowledge Lil' Spanky B. and Bone as instrumental to my survival


Dogg Pound, Doggystyle, one big family, it's all DPG (DPG)
Dogg Pound and Doggystyle, we are a united group, it is all DPG




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Written by: CALVIN BROADUS

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