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.
Let the Beat Drop
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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You know it's a party when Snoop's here
The ladies let their hair go down low
We let the whole club lights down low
Down low
In the BBM
She checkin' for my name in the BBM
I used to want a all black Beamer then
The west coast light, she ain't seen it yet
She ain't seen it yet
Fuck it, let's celebrate
Screw it, let's celebrate
Fuck it, let's celebrate
Snoop Dogg, we celebrate
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
All about this paper while I'm rollin' up this paper, though
In case you didn't know, I'm blowin' on that high endo
Swizzy told me let it go, so I'm-a act a fool tonight
I'm in the building and I'm coolin' and I'm chillin' like
Never felt this way before, so I guess I'm-a let it go
Since I'm-a let it go, you better get ready for
More than the incredible, teach her what you gotta
Came for a little but I left with a whole lotta
Walked to the top but I started from the bottom
Celebrate tonight by raisin' up your fuckin' bottles
Smoke in the air, now everybody take a swallow
Snoop Dogg is that nigga you should follow
Let me blow the smoke all in the air
You know it's a party when Snoop's here
The ladies let their hair go down low
We let the whole club lights down low
Down low
In the BBM
She checkin' for my name in the BBM
I used to want a all black Beamer then
She don't really know how I seen her then
The west coast light, she ain't seen it yet
She ain't seen it yet
Fuck it, let's celebrate
Screw it, let's celebrate
Fuck it, let's celebrate
Snoop Dogg, we celebrate
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
Baby let her hair down when she heard that I was comin'
I can be your nigga, are you down to be my woman?
This is real pimpin', California, why you runnin'?
The other dudes fakin', baby, I keep it one hundred
Straight shooter with the Buddha, take a hit and get your mind right
Offered me some head, I told that little bitch that I might
In the mean time, let me bust and get my green right
We a hundred deep, goddamn I got my team right
We celebratin' lovin' this life
Your favorite rapper back up on the mizzic
From the underground to the roof, ya'll
It's your friendly neighborhood big Snoop Dogg
You know it's a party when Snoop's here
The ladies let their hair go down low
We let the whole club lights down low
Down low
In the BBM
She checkin' for my name in the BBM
I used to want a all black Beamer then
She don't really know how I seen her then
The west coast light, she ain't seen it yet
She ain't seen it yet
Fuck it, let's celebrate
Screw it, let's celebrate
Fuck it, let's celebrate
Snoop Dogg, we celebrate
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
Now let the beat drop
The lyrics of Snoop Dogg’s song “Let the Beat Drop” basically talk about a night of celebration with weed, alcohol, and music. The song opens with Snoop smoking weed and blowing its smoke in the air to get the party started, asserting that it is a party when he is around. The ladies let their hair down while the whole club lights go down low. Snoop reminisces in his verse about a girl checking for his name in BBM and wanting an all-black BMW, relaying how he took notice of her. The rapper then encourages his audience to celebrate and enjoy the moment. Towards the end of the song, Snoop boasts of his prowess as a pimp and how he can be that woman's nigga. He further narrates how he had rejected a girl's offer for head while getting his green right.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me blow the smoke all in the air
I am going to smoke and blow it into the air to signify the beginning of a party.
You know it's a party when Snoop's here
My presence is a sign that a party is happening.
The ladies let their hair go down low
Women are relaxing and letting their hair down, signifying a fun atmosphere.
We let the whole club lights down low
We are lowering the lights and creating a more intimate setting for the party.
In the BBM
I am referring to BlackBerry Messenger, a messaging service popular in the past.
She checkin' for my name in the BBM
A woman is checking for my name on the messaging app, possibly expressing interest in me.
I used to want a all black Beamer then
I used to desire a black BMW car in the past.
She don't really know how I seen her then
A woman doesn't know how I noticed her.
The west coast light, she ain't seen it yet
I am referring to the laid back lifestyle and party atmosphere of the West Coast, which the woman has not experienced yet.
Fuck it, let's celebrate
Let's have fun and party without worry or hesitation.
Screw it, let's celebrate
Let's forget our worries and have a good time together.
Snoop Dogg, we celebrate
I am Snoop Dogg, and I am bringing celebration and good times with me.
Now let the beat drop
Let the music pick up and the party atmosphere get even livelier.
All about this paper while I'm rollin' up this paper, though
I am focused on making money while smoking a joint.
In case you didn't know, I'm blowin' on that high endo
I am smoking high-quality marijuana.
Swizzy told me let it go, so I'm-a act a fool tonight
Swizz Beatz, a producer and friend, encouraged me to have a crazy night and let loose.
I'm in the building and I'm coolin' and I'm chillin' like
I am relaxed and comfortable, enjoying the party atmosphere.
Never felt this way before, so I guess I'm-a let it go
I am experiencing a new feeling and will let myself go with the flow of the party.
Since I'm-a let it go, you better get ready for
Since I am letting loose, prepare yourself for a wild night.
More than the incredible, teach her what you gotta
Going beyond amazing, teach people what they need to know to enjoy the party.
Came for a little but I left with a whole lotta
I came to have a little bit of fun, but ended up experiencing a huge amount of enjoyment.
Walked to the top but I started from the bottom
I have worked hard to achieve success and reach the top, starting from humble beginnings.
Celebrate tonight by raisin' up your fuckin' bottles
Let's celebrate by raising our bottles and toasting to the good times.
Smoke in the air, now everybody take a swallow
Let's all take a drink while the smoke is still lingering in the air.
Snoop Dogg is that nigga you should follow
I am the person to follow for a good time and party atmosphere.
Baby let her hair down when she heard that I was comin'
A woman becomes more relaxed and enthusiastic when she knows I will be at the party.
I can be your nigga, are you down to be my woman?
I am asking a woman if she is interested in being my partner for the night.
This is real pimpin', California, why you runnin'?
I am exhibiting a stylish and cool demeanor, like a real pimp, and wondering why others are running away from me.
The other dudes fakin', baby, I keep it one hundred
Other men are pretending, but I am honest and true to myself.
Straight shooter with the Buddha, take a hit and get your mind right
I am being honest and straightforward, and smoking marijuana can help clear your mind and relax you.
Offered me some head, I told that little bitch that I might
A woman offered me oral sex, and I am considering taking her up on the offer.
In the mean time, let me bust and get my green right
In the meantime, I will continue celebrating and smoking marijuana to make money.
We a hundred deep, goddamn I got my team right
I have a large group of people with me, and I am proud of the team I have assembled.
We celebratin' lovin' this life
We are celebrating and appreciating life and all its joys.
Your favorite rapper back up on the mizzic
I am a popular and well-loved rapper who is back making music.
From the underground to the roof, ya'll
I have risen from the underground music scene to become successful and popular in mainstream culture.
It's your friendly neighborhood big Snoop Dogg
I am a friendly and welcoming presence, like a neighborhood friend, but also a highly successful and famous rapper.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: KASSEEM DEAN, CALVIN CORDAZOR BROADUS, TYRONE JOHNSON, NAKI LEVY
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