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 4Γ 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 β 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"βthat 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 β 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.
Qualified
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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What's goin' down, bro?
Yeah, man
I jus-, I just wanna introduce y'all to this player, man
This-this real famous player, man
I mean, he's slick with it, I mean, he's sick with it (ooh-wee)
Enough said, talk to 'em, man
(Numbers)
Took trips OT, had the grey five-fifty
Lil' snow, man, this shit get wicked
Marble in the kitchen (kitchen)
Really took missions
Black ceramic dishes, hundred K with my assistant (sock it to me)
Really took chances, bitch named Nancy (Nancy)
Livin' life fancy
Countin' up a dub, watch my hair, bitch, I'm classy (classy)
Seven-thousand dollars for this all-black jacket I'm carryin'
Everything I spit, nigga, facts (facts)
So many whips, bought a spot just for that (good job)
Took her out to eat then back home
Told the bitch I ain't tryna smash
Livin' life so fast, still maneuverin' through the traffic
I'm qualified, bona fide
All of my transgressions
(All of my transgressions
I'm qualified and bona fide, yeah)
Oh, baby, yeah, yeah, oh
Said I'm qualified, bona fide, navigating my directions
(Navigating my own direction, yeah, please believe it, uh)
Oh, baby, yeah, yeah, oh
I'm the ho-knockin', body-rockin', non-stoppin', hip-hoppin'
Motivatin', elevatin', known to keep the party shakin'
Ownin' mine, grit and grind, press the line, front line
Solid as a motherfuckin' rock, never testify
Ask your bitch, she can tell you better than me
When on this pimp shit, ain't nobody better than me (nope)
I ain't braggin', I'm saggin', taggin' and baggin' up hoes
Button up like Girbauds in my Capezios
Hold that, fold that money and dip, one in the whip
With the gun and the clip, runnin' the shit
I'm the one that put the son in the bitch
'Cause I'm qualified, bona fide
Rip and ridin', all y'all been notified
I'm qualified, bona fide
All of my transgressions
(All of my transgressions
I'm qualified and bona fide, yeah)
Oh, baby, yeah, yeah, oh
Said I'm qualified, bona fide, navigating my directions
(Navigating my own direction, yeah, please believe it, uh)
Oh, baby, yeah, yeah, oh
Ho, ho
"Ain't that Larry June right there?" (Ho)
"Girl, yes, that's him"
The song "Qualified" is a collaboration among Snoop Dogg, Larry June, and October London. The opening lines set the tone for the rest of the song, with Snoop introducing the track by praising June's skills as a "real famous player" who is "slick" and "sick with it." June's lyrics then give listeners a glimpse into his fast-paced lifestyle, filled with expensive cars, lavish dinners, and carefree sex. However, amidst the braggadocio and materialism, there is an underlying sense of pride in his accomplishments and a sense of confidence in his abilities. He declares himself "qualified and bona fide," someone who has earned his place in the game through hard work and determination, and is not afraid to show it.
Overall, the song celebrates the art of the hustle and the rewards that come with it. It's a testament to the power of grit and perseverance, and a reminder that success is possible for those who are willing to put in the work.
Line by Line Meaning
Took trips OT, had the grey five-fifty
I traveled out-of-town and drove a Mercedes-Benz S550
Lil' snow, man, this shit get wicked
Dealing drugs can be dangerous
Marble in the kitchen (kitchen)
I have fancy countertops in my kitchen
Really took missions
I've done some risky activities for money
Black ceramic dishes, hundred K with my assistant (sock it to me)
I have expensive tableware and my assistant handles large sums of my money
Really took chances, bitch named Nancy (Nancy)
I've taken gambles in business deals and involved a woman named Nancy
Livin' life fancy
I have a luxurious lifestyle
Countin' up a dub, watch my hair, bitch, I'm classy (classy)
I'm counting $20,000 while maintaining my well-groomed appearance
Seven-thousand dollars for this all-black jacket I'm carryin'
I spent a lot of money on my current jacket
Everything I spit, nigga, facts (facts)
Everything I say is true
So many whips, bought a spot just for that (good job)
I own many cars and have a place to store them
Took her out to eat then back home
I went on a dinner date with a woman and then took her back to my place
Told the bitch I ain't tryna smash
I told her I didn't want to have sex with her
Livin' life so fast, still maneuverin' through the traffic
I live a fast-paced lifestyle but can handle it
I'm qualified, bona fide
I'm highly skilled and legitimate
All of my transgressions (All of my transgressions
Despite my past mistakes
Navigating my own direction, yeah, please believe it, uh
I'm making my own path in life and it's successful
Oh, baby, yeah, yeah, oh
Chorus
I'm the ho-knockin', body-rockin', non-stoppin', hip-hoppin'
I'm a skilled performer and consistently producing music
Motivatin', elevatin', known to keep the party shakin'
I inspire and uplift my listeners in my music and can keep the energy high at events
Ownin' mine, grit and grind, press the line, front line
I'm diligent and dedicated to pursuing my goals and will not back down from challenges
Solid as a motherfuckin' rock, never testify
I'm very reliable and won't reveal any information in court
Ask your bitch, she can tell you better than me
If you want more proof of my abilities, ask someone who's been with me intimately
When on this pimp shit, ain't nobody better than me (nope)
I'm very skilled in controlling and making money from women
I ain't braggin', I'm saggin', taggin' and baggin' up hoes
I'm not showing off, I'm simply telling you what I do
Button up like Girbauds in my Capezios
I'm wearing fashionable clothing from popular brands
Hold that, fold that money and dip, one in the whip
Hold onto the money, fold it and leave quickly with someone in my car
With the gun and the clip, runnin' the shit
I have a weapon and ammunition and I'm in charge of things
I'm the one that put the son in the bitch
I'm responsible for making someone's life better
Rip and ridin', all y'all been notified
I'm making bold moves and everyone should be aware of it
Ho, ho
Interjection
"Ain't that Larry June right there?" (Ho)
"Girl, yes, that's him"
Conversation between two people who recognize me
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Calvin Broadus, Dominick Lamb, Jean-Luc Ponty, Larry Eugene Hendricks, October London
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Saria Mahmood
Say, player
What's goin' down, bro?
Yeah, man
I ju-I just wanna introduce y'all to this player, man
This-this real famous player, man
I mean, he's slick with it, I mean, he's sick with it (oo-wee)
Enough said, talk to 'em, man
Took trips OT, had to grave five-fifty
Lil' Snoop man, shh, man, this sh- get wicked
Marble in the kitchen (kitchen)
Really took missions
Black ceramic dishes, hundred K with my assistant (sock it to me)
Really took chances, b- named Nancy (Nancy)
Livin' life fancy
Countin' up a dub, watch my hair, b- I'm classy (classy)
Seven-thousand dollars for this all-black jacket I'm carryin'
Everything I spit, n- facts (facts)
So many whips, bought a spot just for that (good job)
Took her out to eat then back home
Told the b- I ain't tryna smash
Livin' life so fast, still maneuverin' through the traffic
I'm qualified, bona fide
All of my transgressions
All of my transgressions
I'm qualified and bona fide, yeah (oh, baby, yeah, yeah)
Said I'm qualified, bona fide, navigating my directions
Navigating my own direction, yeah (oh, baby, yeah, yeah) please believe it, uh (ooh)
I'm the h- knockin', body-rockin', non-stoppin', hip-hoppin'
Motivatin', elevatin', known to keep the party shakin'
Ownin' mine, grit and grind, press the line, front line
Solid as a m- rock, never testify
Ask your b- she can tell you better than me
When on this pimp s- ain't nobody better than me (nope)
I ain't braggin', I'm saggin', taggin' and baggin' up hoes
Button up like Girbauds in my Capezios
Hold that, fold that money and dip, one in the whip
With the gun and the clip, runnin' the s-
I'm the one that put the son in the b-
'Cause I'm qualified, bona fide
Rip and ridin', all y'all been notified
I'm qualified, bona fide
All of my transgressions
All of my transgressions
I'm qualified and bona fide, yeah (oh, baby, yeah, yeah)
Said I'm qualified, bona fide, navigating my directions
Navigating my own direction, yeah (oh, baby, yeah, yeah) please believe it, uh (ooh)
Ho, ho
Ain't that Larry June right there? (Ho)
Girl, yes, that's him
William Rice
Larry June and snoop need a whole album together
Landon Price
Jet Life
Cliff
I'm here for it with Rick Rock and Battlecat on production
evalyn ballesteros
tbh
Palermo.
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ganonmaster
it's about time larry and snoop do a whole project together at this point
Cliff
@Trae yea this year...other was Get your Bread up
Trae
This the 2nd track Snoop done featured Larry June on.
J Stevens
I agree
Carlitovivo17
True 1000