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.
Nipsey Blue
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Looks like I'd get you off my mind
But I can't
Just the thought of you (just the thought of you)
Turns my whole world Nipsey Blue
(Six) Oh, homie
Just the mention of your name (mention of your name)
Listen to me, homie
When I think of the things we used to do
And my whole world turns Nipsey Blue
(Six) Oh, oh, oh-oh, homie
I should forget you
Heaven knows I tried (I've tried)
Homie
When I say that I'm glad we're through
That's on my set, I know I've lied
I've lied, I've lied
Ooh, ooh, ooh
Neighborhood Nipsey
(Six) Oh, homie
It's been such a long, long time
Looks like I'd get you, off of my mind
But I can't (can't, can't)
Just the thought of you (just the thought of you, my love)
My whole world turns Nipsey Blue (Nipsey Blue)
(Six) Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh, homie (oh I)
Oh I can't (oh I can't) forget you
My whole world turns Nipsey Blue (Nipsey Blue)
Oh, oh, oh-oh-oh, homie, homie
I know (I know)
My whole world turns Nipsey Blue
Homie (homie), homie (homie), homie (homie, homie)
homie, homie (homie)
Homie, I can't forget you
My whole world turns Nipsey Blue
The lyrics of Snoop Dogg's song "Nipsey Blue" capture the heartfelt emotions experienced by the artist when thinking about someone he deeply cares about. The recurring theme of Nipsey Blue represents the depth of his feelings and the impact this person has had on his life.
In the first verse, Snoop Dogg expresses how difficult it has been to move on from this person, despite the passage of time. Their memory remains ingrained in his thoughts and their presence still influences his world, symbolized by the phrase "Nipsey Blue." This term suggests that their impact on his life has left a lasting impression, comparable to the significance of the color blue.
Continuing into the second verse, the mere mention of this person's name stirs up a sense of loyalty and belonging within Snoop Dogg. It awakens a need to defend his gang and carry on the memories of their shared experiences. The phrase "Nipsey Blue" becomes a representation of his allegiance to this person and his connection to their past together.
As the song progresses, Snoop Dogg acknowledges that he has tried to forget this person, but his attempts have been in vain. He admits that he has lied to himself and others when claiming to be glad that they are no longer together. The repetition of "Neighborhood Nipsey" emphasizes the personal significance this person holds, as they are tied to a specific community or neighborhood.
In the final verse, Snoop Dogg reflects on the ongoing struggle to let go and move forward. Despite his efforts, he cannot escape the emotions that envelop him when thinking about this person. The intense longing and deep attachment he feels are reflected in the repeated phrase "My whole world turns Nipsey Blue." It demonstrates how this person has left an indelible mark on his life and continues to have a profound impact, influencing his perspective and emotions.
In summary, "Nipsey Blue" explores the enduring power of a person's presence in Snoop Dogg's life. It symbolizes the depth of love, loyalty, and connection he feels for this individual, evoking memories and emotions that are difficult to let go of. The lyrics convey a mix of longing, regret, and devotion, highlighting the lasting imprint this person has made on his world.
Line by Line Meaning
Oh, it's been such a long, long time
Oh, it feels like an eternity has passed
Looks like I'd get you off my mind
I thought I could remove you from my thoughts
But I can't
But I am unable to do so
Just the thought of you (just the thought of you)
Merely thinking about you
Turns my whole world Nipsey Blue
Causes my entire world to be filled with the profound emotional color associated with Nipsey Hussle, representing love and loyalty
Just the mention of your name (mention of your name)
Just the mere utterance of your name
Makes me wanna bang my gang
Ignites a desire within me to fervently represent and express loyalty to my gang
Listen to me, homie
Pay attention to what I'm about to say, my close friend
When I think of the things we used to do
When I reminisce about the activities we engaged in together
And my whole world turns Nipsey Blue
Resulting in my entire existence being flooded with the profound emotional color associated with Nipsey Hussle, symbolizing love and loyalty
I should forget you
I should erase you from my memory
Heaven knows I tried (I've tried)
I assure you, I made sincere efforts
When I say that I'm glad we're through
When I express happiness about our relationship being over
That's on my set, I know I've lied
I confess, I have deceived others by falsely claiming my contentment
Ooh, ooh, ooh
Expressing emotions of anguish or frustration
Neighborhood Nipsey
Referring to Nipsey Hussle, a prominent figure in the local community
Looks like I'd get you, off of my mind
I thought I would successfully remove thoughts of you from my consciousness
But I can't (can't, can't)
Yet, I am unable to do so
Just the thought of you (just the thought of you, my love)
Simply the idea of you, my beloved
My whole world turns Nipsey Blue (Nipsey Blue)
Results in my entire world being saturated with the profound emotional color associated with Nipsey Hussle, symbolizing love and loyalty
Oh I can't (oh I can't) forget you
Oh, I am unable to forget about you
My whole world turns Nipsey Blue (Nipsey Blue)
Leads to my entire existence being filled with the profound emotional color associated with Nipsey Hussle, representing love and loyalty
homie, homie, homie, homie, homie
Referring to a close friend or associate
Homie, I can't forget you
My friend, I am unable to erase you from my memory
My whole world turns Nipsey Blue
Causes my entire world to be engulfed in the deep emotional color associated with Nipsey Hussle, symbolizing love and loyalty
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr., Bob Montgomery
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