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.
Sumthin Like This Night
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Laying low on the floor, my hands are pie, I'm full of dough
Girlies try to kiss me slow I'm leaning like a sixty-four
This life I lead is incredible, these trees I breath are medical
Take a look in my eyes, hold on tight, enjoy the ride
If you don't feel good, then you're out of place
My universe is out of space, my look, my style, my product case
Little daddy get out of face
And let Dogg on get on that
Party people you've been invited
[Chorus:]
Have you never tried it sumething like this night?
I could try to smoke with you sumething like this night
Have you never tried sumething like this night?
I could try to smoke with you sumething like this night?
Sumething like this nigh, sumething like this night
Sumething like this night, sumething like this night
What a night to get involved everybody have a ball
Celebrate and fill your cup, drink until you get enough
How you feel, I got that feeling,
Disco lights hang from the ceiling
Ain't nobody on the wall I be drop it and let that fall
Hey DJ, play my song step back, let it bang all night long
I need your attention, no hoping or wishing
Come in in high definition, said I do, right that I do
Get up and get money, you bet I do
Rode it, ride it, lick it, bite it, roll it, ride it
Party people you invited
Have you never tried it sumething like this night?
I could try to smoke with you sumething like this night?
Have you never tried sumething like this night?
I could try and smoke with you sumething like this night?
Sumething like this nigh, sumething like this night
Party people you invited
Sumething like this night, sumething like this
Sumething like this night, sumething like this
Sumething like this night, sumething like this night
Sumething like this night, sumething like this night
The lyrics to Snoop Dogg feat. Gorillaz's song "Sumthin Like This Night" are about the experience of living life to the fullest and partying with friends. Snoop refers to himself as a "killer" and raps about being full of dough and surrounded by women trying to kiss him. He reflects on how incredible his life is and how the marijuana he smokes is medical. Snoop invites the listener to join him on this ride and to let go of any negative feelings that might be holding them back. The chorus encourages the listener to try something like this night - to let loose and party without any inhibitions.
Line by Line Meaning
Killer, diller I'm a killer, Snoopy Dogg with the Gorillaz
I'm a great performer and together with Gorillaz, we're unstoppable.
Laying low on the floor, my hands are pie, I'm full of dough
I'm relaxed, living comfortably, and life is treating me well.
Girlies try to kiss me slow I'm leaning like a sixty-four
Women are attracted to me and I'm enjoying their affection.
This life I lead is incredible, these trees I breath are medical
My life is amazing and smoking medicinal marijuana makes it even better.
Take a look in my eyes, hold on tight, enjoy the ride
Experience life with me and enjoy the journey that we're on.
If you don't feel good, then you're out of place
If you're not having a good time, you're not in the right place.
My universe is out of space, my look, my style, my product case
My world is unique, my appearance and style are distinctive, and my product choices are exclusive.
Little daddy get out of face
Don't try to compete with me or get in my way.
Trip this, hit this, hit that now sit on back
Let's enjoy the high, relax, and take it easy.
And let Dogg on get on that
Let me lead the way and guide us to a good time.
Party people you've been invited
Come join the party, it's open to everyone.
Have you never tried it sumething like this night?
Have you ever experienced a night like this before?
I could try to smoke with you sumething like this night
We could smoke together and have a good time like tonight.
What a night to get involved everybody have a ball
This is the perfect night to participate, let loose, and enjoy yourself.
Celebrate and fill your cup, drink until you get enough
Enjoy the festivities, drink as much as you like, and have fun until you're satisfied.
How you feel, I got that feeling
I can sense your emotions and I know how to make you feel good.
Disco lights hang from the ceiling
The atmosphere is lively, energetic, and fun.
Ain't nobody on the wall I be drop it and let that fall
Nobody is standing around being boring, I'm going to drop some beats and get the party going.
Hey DJ, play my song step back, let it bang all night long
I'm requesting my favorite song to be played and I want it to play all night long.
I need your attention, no hoping or wishing
I require your full attention, no distractions or daydreaming allowed.
Come in in high definition, said I do, right that I do
Experience this night in high quality and enjoy the moment.
Get up and get money, you bet I do
I'm always chasing greatness and success, that's what motivates me.
Rode it, ride it, lick it, bite it, roll it, ride it
Let's enjoy some smoking and have a good time.
Sumething like this nigh, sumething like this night
Tonight is truly something special and unforgettable.
Party people you invited
Everyone is welcome to join the party and have a good time.
Sumething like this night, sumething like this
This night is unique and unlike anything else.
Sumething like this night, sumething like this night
Tonight is truly something extraordinary and memorable.
Sumething like this night, sumething like this night
This night is truly something incredible that you'll remember forever.
Sumething like this night, sumething like this night
Tonight is truly something special and will go down in history as a great party.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CALVIN BROADUS, DAMON ALBARN
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