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.
Party With A D.P.G.
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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I skated up, you waited up, so you know I got to go ahead and tear shit up
Turn lose on these motherfuckers, Jelly Roll
Nephew, boy this shit is out of control
Rockin', rollin', bangin', B
A little something, something, nigga, that's banged up streets
Freak, freak y'all into the beat, y'all
And to all my big doggs, grab your meat ch'all
We got the shit that make the bitches grab they breast, y'all
It don't stop till the wheels fall off
9-5-4 headed swervin' in the goodin' clinic, tryin' keep it hot, right
Fuckers spot light, my nigga, Jelly Roll, make it knock light
We all shinin' stars
Y'all know who you are
And dip low lows with me
You party with a D.P.G.
We ridin', dippin', slippin', slidin', eastside up eastsiders
Riders, ballers, rollers, ladies,
Players, gangstas, macks, pimps, and 'llacs
Hustlers, bitches, niggas and G's, we having big things blowing trees
Shinin', grinin', refuse to lose
I gotta a G in my pocket for dippin' out of shoes
I head the corner in the Navigator
Committed to excellence like a Raider
You hate a nigga like me, but you got to love me
Your lady want to shove me, and your kids want to hug me
A nigga fuckin' like Bugsy Seagal again, I'm in the ring again
I do it all legal again, I can't lose, you won't win; respect the boss
If you run up, you gettin' done up, I love to floss
We all shinin' stars
Y'all know who you are
And dip low lows with me
You party with a D.P.G.
Why you acting bad? Probably 'cause I'm known as the bad actor
In the rap game, I'm the big factor, macker, smack a bitch in a second
The big dogg nigga, very well respected
You gotta put your mash down when you want to get to the top
The game is stuffy like Puffy don't stop
I thought I told ya, nigga, I'm a soldier
No Limit lieutenant, yeah, I did it
I'm committed like a motherfucker supposed to be
Won't let no bitch niggas close to me
From my head to my feet, I'm protected from harm
'Cause I'm a motherfucking shining star, you feel me?
And fuck who want to kill me
You niggas thrill me, but guess what will be?
On top, tip-top, non stop, dogg not
And you gotta let me end the nigga, I'm a shine like a G
We all shinin' stars
Y'all know who you are
And dip low lows with me
You party with a D.P.G.
In Snoop Dogg's song Party With A D.P.G., he is shouting out to his fellow Dogg Pound Gangsta (D.P.G) members and inviting everyone to come party with them. He mentions his signature style of being braided up and faded up as he enters the scene, and encourages his listeners to let loose and tear stuff up. He also gives a shoutout to Jelly Roll and acknowledges that things are getting out of control, but he's enjoying the ride as he rocks, rolls, and bangs with his crew. Snoop reflects on his own persona as a shining star in the rap game and proclaims himself the boss, and how he's committed to success and won't let anyone get in his way. He also takes shots at haters who may want to kill him, but he remains non-stop and unstoppable.
Overall, the lyrics of the song reflect the party lifestyle and self-confidence that have defined Snoop's career. He wants to have a good time with his friends, soak up the spotlight, and assert his dominance in the rap game. The song also reflects the culture of competition and bravado that has historically characterized the West Coast rap scene.
Line by Line Meaning
Stacey Boots, perms and suits, I'm braided up; can fade it up
I like to look fly and keep my hair braided, ready to party at any time
I skated up, you waited up, so you know I got to go ahead and tear shit up
I arrived in style and since you were waiting, let’s get this party started
Turn lose on these motherfuckers, Jelly Roll
Let’s get wild and crazy, Jelly Roll!
Nephew, boy this shit is out of control
This party is getting wild and out of control!
Rockin', rollin', bangin', B
We’re having a great time, partying and listening to music
A little something, something, nigga, that's banged up streets
We're having fun with a little bit of danger mixed in
Freak, freak y'all into the beat, y'all
Let's all dance and get freaky to the beat
And to all my big doggs, grab your meat ch'all
Fellas, it's time to show off and party like big dogs!
And yes, yes, y'all, oh, we the best, y'all
We're the best party crew around, and we know it!
We got the shit that make the bitches grab they breast, y'all
We have the music and the moves that get the ladies excited
It don't stop till the wheels fall off
We're going to keep this party going all night long
9-5-4 headed swervin' in the goodin' clinic, tryin' keep it hot, right
We're driving and partying in the 954 area, and keeping it hot
Fuckers spot light, my nigga, Jelly Roll, make it knock light
We're turning up the party and making the spotlight shine on us!
We all shinin' stars
We're all amazing and shining bright tonight
Y'all know who you are
We all know how cool and amazing we are tonight
And dip low lows with me
Let's party in low riders and have a great time together
You party with a D.P.G.
You're partying with the Dogg Pound Gangsta crew!
We ridin', dippin', slippin', slidin', eastside up eastsiders
We're cruising and driving all over, showing our Eastside pride
Riders, ballers, rollers, ladies
Everyone is welcome to party with us, including riders, ballers, gamblers, and ladies
Players, gangstas, macks, pimps, and 'llacs
We're hanging out with all kinds of cool and stylish people, including players, gangstas, pimps, and car enthusiasts
Hustlers, bitches, niggas and G's, we having big things blowing trees
We're having a great time with all kinds of party-goers, blowing trees and celebrating success
Shinin', grinin', refuse to lose
We're shining bright, smiling, and we're not going to let anything bring us down
I gotta a G in my pocket for dippin' out of shoes
I've got a stash of money in my pocket for emergencies or if I need to buy some new shoes
I head the corner in the Navigator
I'm driving my Navigator around the corner to keep the party going
Committed to excellence like a Raider
Like the Oakland Raiders, we're committed to being the best and having a great time
You hate a nigga like me, but you got to love me
You might not like me, but you can't deny that I'm awesome
Your lady want to shove me, and your kids want to hug me
Even your lady and kids think I'm pretty cool and want to show me some affection
A nigga fuckin' like Bugsy Seagal again, I'm in the ring again
I'm partying like a gangster, with all the style and swagger of Bugsy Seagal
I do it all legal again, I can't lose, you won't win; respect the boss
I'm doing everything legally, and I'm in charge of this party
If you run up, you gettin' done up, I love to floss
Don't mess with me, because I'll take you out, and I love to show off my wealth and style
Why you acting bad? Probably 'cause I'm known as the bad actor
You might be trying to act tough because you know I'm a big shot in the rap game
In the rap game, I'm the big factor, macker, smack a bitch in a second
I'm a major player in the rap game, and I don't take crap from anyone, no matter who they are
The big dogg nigga, very well respected
I'm a respected celebrity and partier
You gotta put your mash down when you want to get to the top
You have to work hard and be aggressive if you want to achieve great things
The game is stuffy like Puffy don't stop
The music industry can be uptight, but we're not going to let that stop us from enjoying ourselves
I thought I told ya, nigga, I'm a soldier
I'm a warrior and I'll never back down
No Limit lieutenant, yeah, I did it
I'm proud of my achievements as a No Limit Records artist
I'm committed like a motherfucker supposed to be
I'm completely dedicated to my craft and to having a great time
Won't let no bitch niggas close to me
I won't hang out with anyone who's weak or cowardly
From my head to my feet, I'm protected from harm
I'm always ready to defend myself and have a good time at the same time
'Cause I'm a motherfucking shining star, you feel me?
I'm an amazing and successful person, and you can't deny it
And fuck who want to kill me
I don't care about haters who want to bring me down
You niggas thrill me, but guess what will be?
I'm entertained by everyone's attempts to bring me down, but it won't work
On top, tip-top, non stop, dogg not
I'm on top of the world, and I'll never stop partying
And you gotta let me end the nigga, I'm a shine like a G
Let me finish this party like a boss, shining bright and having a great time with everyone
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CALVIN BROADUS, LORENZO DUNN, LORENZO RUSSELL DUNN, MAURICE WHITE, PHILIP BAILEY, PHILIP JAMES BAILEY
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