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 4ร 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 โ 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"โthat 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 โ 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.
Intrology
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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As I take another choke n toke of icky sticky stanky
Stuff a bowl, pack a pipe, twist a blunt, roll and light a joint
Lean back and puff slow {*echoes*}
[Snoop Dogg]
Whenever I'm making a record, I'm getting into my character
And I'm trying to portray something that I'm feeling so that way the whole
Do anybody know my name!?
What's my name!?
(Snoop Dogg!) What's my name!?
(Snoop Dogg!) Hold on, I want y'all to say my name like dis..
(Snoop, Snoop, Snoop, Snoop)
There are seven wonders in the world, you're about to witness the eighth
(Nigga ask about me, nigga ask about me!)
You don't believe me? Motherfucker say what!?
Hey yo Cat, roll out the blue carpet cuzz
Lemme C-walk on these niggaz
Blue hat, blue socks, blue shoes, too cool
Blue car, blue house, blue pit, blue pool
Blue grass, blue Coupe, blue b-ball hoop
What kind of phone you on Loc? I'm on the blue too
Talking to my nephew, my nigga Boo, half who?
He make pimping on a bitch look so cool
Old school, old fools, steel on a nigga first
Run up with that punk shit and I fill up a nigga's shirt
Do it to it hurt 'cause it hurt so bad (so bad!)
Snoopy D O dub they can't touch yo' swag (yo' swag!)
Oh mark ass nigga better tuck yo' flag
Cause when my music out loco, I come to smash yo' ass
Fuck him, fuck her, and fuck all y'all too
(He wants everything to be right) 'Cause I'm (Snoop Dogg!)
I'm so hood, so true
And every time that you see me cause, I'm oh so blue!
(To get that you have to stay, on top of your game)
(And learn the most specific lesson)
That shit is dope right there God
The song "Intrology" is a collaboration between Snoop Dogg and George Clinton, which appears on Snoop's album "Tha Blue Carpet Treatment". George Clinton starts the song by promoting marijuana use, describing how to prepare and consume it. Snoop Dogg then takes over and talks about his persona in the music world, stating how he tries to embody the character he wants to portray in his music. He then prompts the listener to say his name and brags about being the eighth wonder of the world. Snoop then raps about his love for the color blue and how it permeates many aspects of his life. He also talks about his reckless behavior towards those who disrespect him and emphasizes his presence as a force to reckon with in the music industry.
The song reflects Snoop's persona in his music, portraying him as a man who loves weed, women, and gangsta lifestyle. The song also emphasizes his love for the color blue, which has been a recurring theme in his music throughout his career. The lyrics portray him as a confident and brazen figure, with a "don't mess with me" attitude that underscores the danger of crossing him.
Overall, "Intrology" is a heavy-handed song that glorifies the gangsta lifestyle and portrays Snoop Dogg as a powerful figure in the music industry. It reflects his love for marijuana, his brash attitude, and his affiliation with gangsta rap culture.
Line by Line Meaning
As I take another choke n toke of icky sticky stanky
Stuffing a bowl, packing a pipe, twisting a blunt, rolling, and lighting a joint
Whenever I'm making a record, I'm getting into my character
When creating new music, I embody a certain persona and attempt to convey an emotion or feeling that the audience will connect with.
And I'm trying to portray something that I'm feeling so that way the whole
I aim to communicate my emotions accurately so that the general public can relate and understand.
World can believe in it
To ensure that people do not doubt the authenticity behind my lyrics.
Do anybody know my name!?
Does anyone know my stage name?
What's my name!?
What is my stage name?
(Snoop Dogg!) What's my name!?
My stage name is Snoop Dogg.
(Snoop, Snoop, Snoop, Snoop)
Repeating my stage name multiple times.
There are seven wonders in the world, you're about to witness the eighth
Referring to myself as the eighth wonder of the world.
(Nigga ask about me, nigga ask about me!)
Challenging others to ask around about me.
You don't believe me? Motherfucker say what!?
Asking for confirmation or challenging disbelief.
Hey yo Cat, roll out the blue carpet cuzz
Asking someone to prepare for my arrival with a blue carpet.
Lemme C-walk on these niggaz
Displaying my signature dance move.
Blue hat, blue socks, blue shoes, too cool
Wearing all-blue attire to display my freshness.
Blue car, blue house, blue pit, blue pool
My possessions reflect my love for the color blue.
Blue grass, blue Coupe, blue b-ball hoop
Even my grass and basketball hoop are blue.
What kind of phone you on Loc? I'm on the blue too
My phone is also blue.
Talking to my nephew, my nigga Boo, half who?
Having a conversation with my nephew, who is referred to as Boo.
He make pimping on a bitch look so cool
My nephew is skilled at being a pimp and makes it look effortless.
Old school, old fools, steel on a nigga first
Older individuals may not know the correct way to act and can be violent.
Run up with that punk shit and I fill up a nigga's shirt
If someone acts aggressively or disrespectfully, I will respond with violence.
Do it to it hurt 'cause it hurt so bad (so bad!)
Regardless of the negative consequences that may come from violent behavior, it is still necessary.
Snoopy D O dub they can't touch yo' swag (yo' swag!)
My style and demeanor cannot be replicated or duplicated by others.
Oh mark ass nigga better tuck yo' flag
A warning to those who try to test me or my affiliations.
Cause when my music out loco, I come to smash yo' ass
When my music is playing, I am prepared to potentially engage in violent behavior.
Fuck him, fuck her, and fuck all y'all too
A statement of aggression and disdain towards everyone.
(He wants everything to be right) 'Cause I'm (Snoop Dogg!)
Ensuring that everything is correct or to my liking because I am Snoop Dogg.
I'm so hood, so true
I have a genuine connection to my community, and my demeanor reflects that.
And every time that you see me cause, I'm oh so blue!
As blue is my favorite color, it is reflected in my attire and possessions.
(To get that you have to stay, on top of your game)
To become successful, it is necessary to maintain a high level of excellence and consistency.
(And learn the most specific lesson)
In order to succeed, individuals must focus on and master one specific skill or ability.
(That shit is dope right there God)
An expression of admiration or approval for the aforementioned statements or actions.
Lyrics ยฉ Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CALVIN BROADUS, SHAWN CARTER, SHAWN C CARTER, GEORGE S CLINTON, KEVIN GILLIAM, TIMOTHY Z MOSLEY
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Vasil Hristov
Best intro ever!!
BiGfukkinA
@CancerExl the 400 degrees intro is a classic
CancerExl
2nd best... JUVENILE 400 DEGREES is the best 3rd is OUTKAST SOUTHERNPLAYALISTIC
25MikeMike
Wish this was a full song...
moreju1ce
Blue b ball hoop!๐ฅ
UDont KnowMe
Roll A blunt,Smoke it Put this at 0.5 speed ur welcome
Robert Rebel
One of his best albums....
BiGfukkinA
U can tell Snoop was freestylin all of this
what a Legend
Lindo Dladla
Battlecat with The MotherShip๐ฅ๐ฅ
Centaur
dope beat