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.
No Thang On Me
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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I've met a lot of people and what I've come to find out is
That people are the same, they all share the same fears
Share the same tears, and I over the years
So, I'm just gon be thankful to get what I got
And hold onto what I have can you dig that?
And what I do, I do for the benefit of me and my kids
Dig that,
[Chorus: x2]
I'm so glad I've got my own
So glad that I can see
My life's a natural high
And they can't put no thing on me
Its something kind of funny
How the man take your money
Be sure as he can be
Its such a way you'll never see
Its a terrible thing inside
[When your natural high has died
What we can't turn to dope
And put all aside the hope
[Chorus: x2]
Twinkling tinkling (?brings, blings, binds?)
We do all sorts of things
While you're in a modest place
Your conciouses only peace
Yeah I had to make peace with myself you know what I mean
I been getting high for the last what 15 20 years
So I told myself I want to know what it feels like to be high fo life
And I mean man I tell ya it feels real good
You know coaching them lil kids out there on the football field
Doing my thug thizzle still but you know
Just being high for life is a different feeling
You should try it my brother I'm telling you its a great feeling
Can you dig that
I can dig it
More and more you grieve
(sing that song nephew)
Until you grow another need
You claim this fantasy
You'll have no reality
[Chorus: x2]
Darling take a listen
This may be something that your missing
I know your times are funky
But you don't have to be no junkie
[Chorus: x2]
In Snoop Dogg's song "No Thang On Me," he reflects on his life journey and points out that despite the racial and cultural differences, people share similar fears and tears. He remains grateful for all that he has and the benefits that come along with it. Snoop talks about his love for getting high and staying high for life. He also mentions how people are being taken advantage of by the man who takes their money, leading them to hopelessness and despair.
Snoop's lyrics showcase his matured and introspective state of mind as he tries to guide the youth towards leading a responsible life while enjoying the offerings of it. He encourages people not to be burdened by the pressures of life and find their peace by taking control of their decisions.
The theme of the song is very relatable and touches on various aspects of life, such as self-reflection, self-control, chasing high, the influence of society, and the importance of living in the moment. Snoop's vocal delivery is smooth and engaging, making the entire experience a soulful journey that resonates deeply with the listener.
Line by Line Meaning
Ya know I've been around the world and hey, hey, hey,
I have traveled extensively and seen a lot of things.
I've met a lot of people and what I've come to find out is
I've met many individuals and discovered a commonality.
That people are the same, they all share the same fears
Every person carries feelings of anxiety.
Share the same tears, and I over the years
Everyone sheds tears throughout their lifetime.
So, I'm just gon be thankful to get what I got
I am grateful for what I have.
And hold onto what I have can you dig that?
I am determined to protect what I possess.
And what I do, I do for the benefit of me and my kids
I work hard for the advantage of myself and my children.
I'm so glad I've got my own
I am content because I have something unique.
So glad that I can see
I am satisfied because I perceive what is happening.
My life's a natural high
I'm feeling good about my life.
And they can't put no thing on me
Nobody can ruin the positive mindset I possess.
Its something kind of funny
It is something worth noting.
How the man take your money
How people in control take your money.
Be sure as he can be
It is quite definite.
Its such a way you'll never see
Individuals rarely notice this pattern.
Its a terrible thing inside
This is happening because of a miserable state of affairs.
[When your natural high has died
When the original joy fades.
What we can't turn to dope
We can't resort to substances.
And put all aside the hope
Disregarding all optimism.
Twinkling tinkling (?brings, blings, binds?)
This line is unclear.
We do all sorts of things
We engage in various activities.
While you're in a modest place
You are currently in a humble position.
Your conciouses only peace
Your conscience is the only thing that provides peace.
Yeah I had to make peace with myself you know what I mean
I had to reconcile with myself and get over my struggles.
I been getting high for the last what 15 20 years
I have relied on substances for several years.
So I told myself I want to know what it feels like to be high fo life
I wanted to experience a different type of high.
And I mean man I tell ya it feels real good
It feels fantastic.
You know coaching them lil kids out there on the football field
I find coaching children on the football field to be rewarding.
Doing my thug thizzle still but you know
I'm still living the thug life, but...
Just being high for life is a different feeling
The feeling of being high on life is unique.
You should try it my brother I'm telling you its a great feeling
You should give it a try, it's really wonderful.
Can you dig that
Do you understand what I'm saying?
More and more you grieve
You will experience increased sorrow.
(sing that song nephew)
Instructions to sing a song.
Until you grow another need
Until you want something else.
You claim this fantasy
You hold onto an implausible dream.
You'll have no reality
You won't face true facts.
Darling take a listen
Listen intently, my dear.
This may be something that your missing
You may be lacking something significant.
I know your times are funky
I understand that you've been going through rough times.
But you don't have to be no junkie
You don't have to rely on drugs to cope.
Lyrics © Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CURTIS MAYFIELD
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