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.
Life of Da Party
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Hey look I'm only in town for a night
And when I pull up man the crowd get hyped
And everybody love me, the browns to the whites
You live like a movie but a movie my life
[Chorus]
I'm the life of the party
I'm the life of the party
(Every time I blow up)
I'm the life of the party
(Every time I show up)
I'm the life of the party
(Every time I blow up)
[Bridge: Mistah F.A.B.]
Now go and roll up the Swisher
But don't drink all my liquor
You know it's all good my nigga
Give me one second, I'll pose for your picture
Like cheese, cheese, cheese, cheese, cheese, cheese
Now everybody just freeze, freeze, freeze, freeze
Now DJ bring the music please
[Too Short]
I'm the life of the party
It don't take much, for me to get started
Every time you see me, I'm with a bunch of girls
Straight to the table, in my own world
The ballplayers know me, movie stars too
See my homie Snoop, we doin' what we do
Don't matter where we at, Miami or Vegas
Every time you ask me, yeah I'm a player
(Beotch) Cause I'm the life of the party
I got ten bad bitches, actin' retarded
I'm tryin' to meet a few new ones
What's up with you girl, maybe we can do somethin'
Do you drink, do you smoke?
I could tell by your purse and your shoes you ain't broke
Hang with me, the first thing you do is get stuck
Take you somewhere, later on you'll get fucked, beotch!
[Hook]
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
[Snoop Dogg]
I've been trappin' all day, gettin' paper
Headed to the club in my brand new scaper
Gators on my feet, money in my pocket
I gotta do a show so you know I'm bout to rock it
See my homie Short, layin' low-key
I strolled over to him, and passed him the bleezy
Dogg y dog, anything goes
Snappin' my fingers, crackin' at some hoes
What do ya know, I'm in The A gettin' play all day
A lot of y'all wanna ball and try to walk this way
Y'all want that shine-shine but that's all mine
I'm bonafied, qualified to have a hot damn time
Now listen, get the picture, and take a picture of me quick
See cause tomorrow I got a new city that I'm gon' hit
A double whammy, right before I do the Grammy's
I do a show with Puff Daddy way out in South Miami
[Hook]
[Chorus]
[Bridge]
[Outro: Too Short]
Count 'em man... There's about 12, 13, 14 bad bitches
It's me, two of my homies... Drinkin', we smokin'
I see all the ballers in the house, what's up mayne?
They doin' it big over there too, but you know mayne
If I wasn't here, it wouldn't be the same
Cause I'm the life of the party baby
I hope you feel the same way about yourself, beotch!
The main theme of Snoop Dogg's song "Life of da Party" is about his lifestyle as an entertainer and partying. The chorus repeats that he is the life of the party, every time he shows up or blow up. The hook is sung by Mistah F.A.B., who mentions that when Snoop Dogg arrives, the crowd gets hyped and people from all backgrounds, including the whites and browns, love him. The song implies that Snoop Dogg lives a larger-than-life existence where the party never stops.
The bridge sung by Mistah F.A.B. delves into the party atmosphere further, where he asks the DJ to bring the music, and the people to roll up the Swisher, but not to drink all of his liquor. Then, he poses for pictures and asks everyone to say cheese, freeze, and have lots of fun. Too Short appears in the second verse, and he glorifies the womanizing and the drinking that happens at the party. He boasts that ten women are acting "retarded" around him, and he is always seeking to meet new ones. Snoop's final verse mentions the paparazzi following him, his upcoming shows, and closing the song by saying that he is the life of the party, and he hopes everyone feels the same about themselves.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey look I'm only in town for a night
I'm not here for long, but I'm going to make the most of it at this party.
And when I pull up man the crowd get hyped
As soon as I arrive, the energy in the room changes and everyone gets excited.
And everybody love me, the browns to the whites
People of all races and backgrounds are drawn to me and enjoy my company.
You live like a movie but a movie my life
My life is like a movie, full of excitement, glamour, and fun, and people enjoy being a part of it.
I'm the life of the party
I bring energy and excitement to any party that I attend.
(Every time I show up)
People get excited and the party gets better as soon as I arrive.
I'm the life of the party
I continue to bring energy and excitement throughout the party.
(Every time I blow up)
As I gain more success and fame, I become an even bigger attraction and people want to be around me even more.
Now go and roll up the Swisher
Rolling up and smoking a blunt is a common thing to do at a party.
But don't drink all my liquor
Don't be greedy and drink all of my alcohol.
You know it's all good my nigga
It's okay, everything is fine.
Give me one second, I'll pose for your picture
Hold on, let me take a quick picture with you.
I'm the life of the party
I bring so much energy and fun to the party that people gravitate towards me.
(Every time I show up)
People get excited and the party gets better as soon as I arrive.
I'm the life of the party
I continue to bring energy and excitement throughout the party.
(Every time I blow up)
As I gain more success and fame, I become an even bigger attraction and people want to be around me even more.
I'm the life of the party
I bring energy and excitement wherever I go.
It don't take much, for me to get started
I don't need much to have a good time and get the party started.
Every time you see me, I'm with a bunch of girls
I'm always surrounded by women, who are attracted to my energy and personality.
Straight to the table, in my own world
I'm focused on having fun and enjoying myself, regardless of what's going on around me.
The ballplayers know me, movie stars too
I'm well-known and respected by both athletes and celebrities.
See my homie Snoop, we doin' what we do
My friend Snoop Dogg and I are just enjoying ourselves and having a good time.
Don't matter where we at, Miami or Vegas
I have a good time wherever I go, whether it's in Miami or Las Vegas.
Every time you ask me, yeah I'm a player
People often assume that I'm a player or ladies' man, and they're not wrong.
(Beotch) Cause I'm the life of the party
I bring energy and excitement to any party that I attend.
I got ten bad bitches, actin' retarded
I'm surrounded by ten beautiful women, who are all having a great time and letting loose.
I'm tryin' to meet a few new ones
I'm always looking to meet new people, especially attractive women.
What's up with you girl, maybe we can do somethin'
I'm interested in getting to know this woman and potentially pursuing something with her.
Do you drink, do you smoke?
I want to know if this woman likes to drink and smoke, as those are activities that I enjoy doing.
I could tell by your purse and your shoes you ain't broke
Based on her expensive-looking purse and shoes, I can assume that this woman has money.
Hang with me, the first thing you do is get stuck
If this woman hangs out with me, she'll have a great time and get caught up in the excitement of the party.
Take you somewhere, later on you'll get fucked, beotch!
I'll take this woman somewhere later, and we'll likely have sex.
Count 'em man... There's about 12, 13, 14 bad bitches
There are a lot of attractive women here at the party, and I'm enjoying myself.
It's me, two of my homies... Drinkin', we smokin'
I'm here with two of my friends, and we're drinking and smoking weed.
I see all the ballers in the house, what's up mayne?
I see all of the wealthy and successful people here at the party, and I'm acknowledging them.
They doin' it big over there too, but you know mayne
Those people are having a good time and enjoying themselves, but I'm still the life of the party.
If I wasn't here, it wouldn't be the same
Without me, the party wouldn't be as exciting or fun.
Cause I'm the life of the party baby
I bring energy and excitement to any party that I attend.
I hope you feel the same way about yourself, beotch!
I hope you love and appreciate yourself as much as I love and appreciate myself.
Lyrics ยฉ FAEVA AFTA MUSIC, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: CALVIN BROADUS, STANLEY COX, ELIJAH MOLINA, TODD SHAW
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@jamesmapson1582
Playing this in my next DJ set!!! Still bumping in 2024!!!
@jydaflyest
The people who "disliked" this video weren't invited to the party.
@Playbackrm100
Lmao!!
@clarissatheonlyone6313
Facts๐ฏ
@rashidwheeler3488
Thatโs a fact lmao this shit banging 10 plus years later fuck wrong wit dem
@smmackey
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@brendabuffaloe5704
Ha ha ha NO THEY WASN'T ๐๐คฃ๐
@marcusthomas9817
THIS IS ONE OF SNOOP'S HARDEST SONGS EVER ..
@havich44
๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฅhardest song and I love the video
@silentbigsteve3429
New rappers play one hit radio songs, Old rappers play classics for days.