Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr. (born October 20, 1971), known professionally … Read Full Bio ↴Calvin Cordozar Broadus, Jr. (born October 20, 1971), known professionally as Snoop Dogg, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, record producer, television personality and actor. His music career began in 1992 when he was discovered by Dr. Dre and featured on Dre's solo debut, "Deep Cover", and then on Dre's solo debut album, The Chronic. He has since sold over 23 million albums in the United States and 35 million albums worldwide.

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.

Rmm
Snoop Dogg Lyrics

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RMM, we so fresh
We well known when we out in the West
RMM, we so fly
We them niggas that your girl wanna try
RMM, we get cash
Put you in a video quick, so fast
RMM, that's that shit
'Cause me and Big P, you see

Is all on a bitch that's RMM, we so crazy
RMM, that's somethin' for the ladies
RMM, sign on the line
And if you ain't a dime
Get the fuck up out of mine
That's RMM, blowin' like the Internet
Fuck with me, baby girl, shit, bitch
I've been a vet
RMM, give you what you're missin'
No tongue kissin', just some direction
Attention
Head to the skeezigh, look at how we ease by
Shots of Patron for the fleezigh
RMM, back on the block
Take you out the neighbourhood and show
You how we really rock
RMM, see we ain't playin'
The sales're on our face so you
Can see what we sayin' rMM, draped to a T
Happy C Day to my nigga Big Percey
RMM, down with Tha Pound
In other words, nigga
We don't really fuck around
This is RMM, we so fly

We them niggas that your girl wanna try
RMM, somethin' for the ladies

Overall Meaning

In the song "Rmm" by Snoop Dogg, the lyrics prominently feature the acronym RMM, which stands for "Ride, Move, and Maintain." The repetition of this phrase throughout the song signifies a sense of confidence and swagger, as the singer describes the lifestyle and demeanor of himself and his crew. The mention of being fresh, well-known, and fly in the West indicates a sense of pride and reputation that they uphold in their community. The boasting about getting cash quickly and being able to put someone in a video swiftly reflects their ability to capitalize on opportunities and showcase their success in a flashy manner.

The lyrics also touch upon themes of desirability and attraction, as the singer asserts that they are the type of individuals that other people's girlfriends would want to pursue. This boastful assertion adds to the bravado and self-assuredness that the singer exudes throughout the song. The reference to being crazy and appealing to the ladies suggests a carefree and flirtatious attitude that they bring to their interactions and relationships.

There is a sense of exclusivity and discernment expressed in the lyrics, as the singer emphasizes the importance of being a standout individual and not settling for anything less than excellence. The mention of signing on the line and only accepting top-tier individuals amplifies their high standards and refusal to associate with those who do not meet their criteria. This attitude reinforces their image as confident and selective individuals who are unapologetic about their preferences and boundaries.

Overall, the lyrics of "Rmm" by Snoop Dogg convey a message of self-assuredness, success, and exclusivity. The repetition of RMM throughout the song serves as a mantra for the singer and his crew, emphasizing their distinctive lifestyle and attitude. The themes of confidence, desirability, and high standards are woven throughout the lyrics, creating a portrait of individuals who are unapologetic about their success and assertive in their interactions.

Line by Line Meaning

RMM, we so fresh
We exude confidence and style effortlessly

RMM, we well known when we out in the West
Our reputation precedes us in the Western region

RMM, we so fly
We possess a level of coolness that others aspire to

RMM, we them niggas that your girl wanna try
We are the type of men that women are intrigued by

RMM, we get cash
We have the ability to make money quickly and easily

RMM, put you in a video quick, so fast
We have the power to showcase you in the limelight swiftly

RMM, that's that shit
This is the real deal and nothing less

RMM, we so crazy
We are unpredictable and exciting

RMM, that's somethin' for the ladies
Our appeal extends to the female audience

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