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.
Talent Show
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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But the mix was highly volatile until we found a catalyst
To help stabilize the compound and supercharge the fuel
I'm sorry, what was this magical catalyst?
Marijuana motherfucker
Ladies and gentlemen, players and playettes, teachers, staff, and students
I am very honored to welcome you to the high school annual talent show
And the qualified growers of Snoop Dogg master Kush
So without further a due let's get this show on
First contestant bring your talent to the foreground and let your smoke be the background
Every time I go out, I'm goin to smoke out
I buy it don't even know the price
As long as I live it, come pay me a visit,
And I'll be somewhere up in the sky
My nigga it's 'bout to go down, oh
We fly, it's not lie, that we high, 'til we die, oh
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Got a joint filled with quality shit
My bottom bitch smokin' with me niggas talk shit, all of 'em shrimp
I'm a big fish, roll a joint lick it once tell you hit this
Rubies on my dick, several cushions on my hit list
In and out these niggas bitches
Smokin' tree and not to mention hustlin' tryna mount my business
You probably went to class while I was in the hallway skipping
Yeah I hear what they sayin', just be too high to listen
Got my money trippin' if I even fold it wrong
You ain't smokin' this good, if it's fire I tell you I sold it all
Or wait 'til one of my hoes come 'round and roll it all
Or say fuck it, and cuff it till I roll with dog
I show up, I show up, I show off
Car push to start, hit the button once it go off
Keep the money comin' in and the papers rolled up
We ain't worried 'bout a hatin' nigga they get no love
Every time I go out, I'm goin to smoke out
I buy it don't even know the price
As long as I live it, come pay me a visit,
And I'll be somewhere up in the sky
My nigga it's 'bout to go down, oh
We fly, it's not lie, that we high, 'til we die, oh
?
I go green like I was the Archbishop Don Juan
And blow circles 'round you suckers like a marathon
My gym teacher told, but I didn't listen
My bitch did my homework, and now I'm in detention
It sure beats suspension, this is my audition
So play your position, get the picture I envision
Did she mention? Snoop Dogg was made for kissing
A barracuda fishin', she on a mission for me
Pleasure, pain, and glory, and my inventory
My SAT's, my lil' bitch she did 'em for me
And now we prancin' on stage at the talent show
We flossin' my clothes my chains and my knapsack
Full of that, hand me that, can't you see my telescope?
Principal said she wanna see me 'cause she smell my smoke
'Bout my money trippin' even if I fold it wrong
Blowin' zones with Wiz 'cause this is the protocol
Every time I go out, I'm goin to smoke out
I buy it don't even know the price
As long as I live it, come pay me a visit,
And I'll be somewhere up in the sky
My nigga it's 'bout to go down, oh
We fly, it's not lie, that we high, 'til we die, oh
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In "Talent Show," Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa describe their love for smoking marijuana as a catalyst for their creativity and success. In the first verse, Snoop talks about how he's been experimenting with alternative fuel sources and needed a catalyst to make it work. The magical catalyst turned out to be marijuana, which stabilized the fuel compound and supercharged it. In the second verse, they introduce a high school talent show, which is sponsored by Wiz Khalifa rolling papers and Snoop's Master Kush. They urge the contestants to bring their talent while they bring the smoke.
The chorus talks about how every time they go out, they are smoking and getting high. They do not care about the price of the marijuana as long as they can smoke it and feel the effects. They are living their lives to the fullest and flying high, not caring about the consequences.
The third verse has Wiz Khalifa talking about how he is always smoking quality marijuana, and his bottom bitch (a term for the main girl in his life) is always smoking with him. He talks about how he doesn't listen to what people say about him and hustles to make his business succeed. He flexes his wealth and success with his cars and rubies. And he shows that he knows how to roll a joint and gets his money by selling quality marijuana.
Overall, the song is a celebration of marijuana, their love for it, and how it has contributed to their success. It's an honest and unapologetic expression of their lifestyle and experiences.
Line by Line Meaning
I've been trying to develop an alternative fuel from a mix of all natural substances,
I have been experimenting with different combinations of natural substances to create a new type of fuel.
But the mix was highly volatile until we found a catalyst
However, the mixture was unstable until we found a substance that could stabilize it.
To help stabilize the compound and supercharge the fuel
This stabilizing substance not only made the fuel safe, but also made it more efficient.
I'm sorry, what was this magical catalyst?
Would you like to know what was the catalyzing substance?
Marijuana motherfucker
It was marijuana, of course.
Ladies and gentlemen, players and playettes, teachers, staff, and students
Greetings, everyone present, including students, teachers, and other school staff.
I am very honored to welcome you to the high school annual talent show
I am pleased to introduce the talent show, which takes place once a year at this high school.
Brought to you by the makers of Wiz Khalifa premium rolling papers
This event is sponsored by the makers of high-quality rolling papers, Wiz Khalifa.
And the qualified growers of Snoop Dogg master Kush
And also sponsored by Snoop Dogg's marijuana strain, Master Kush, grown and selected by qualified growers.
So without further a due let's get this show on
Without wasting any more time, let's begin the show.
First contestant bring your talent to the foreground and let your smoke be the background
The first contestant, please step forward and showcase your talent, while also incorporating the smoke from our sponsor's product in the background.
Every time I go out, I'm goin to smoke out
Whenever I leave home, I make sure to have a smoke session.
I buy it don't even know the price
I buy it without even asking for the price.
As long as I live it, come pay me a visit,
And if you want to have a good time, come visit me while I am still alive.
And I'll be somewhere up in the sky
You will find me high up in the sky.
My nigga it's 'bout to go down, oh
Something big is about to happen.
We fly, it's not lie, that we high, 'til we die, oh
We are soaring high and it is true that we will not stop being high until we die.
Got a joint filled with quality shit
I have a well-made joint filled with high-quality marijuana.
My bottom bitch smokin' with me niggas talk shit, all of 'em shrimp
My favorite lady is smoking with me while others talk negatively behind my back.
I'm a big fish, roll a joint lick it once tell you hit this
I am a significant player and I can prepare a joint with one lick and invite you to try it.
Rubies on my dick, several cushions on my hit list
I am wealthy enough to have expensive jewelry and a list of people I want to smoke with.
In and out these niggas bitches
I am always moving in and out of different social circles.
Smokin' tree and not to mention hustlin' tryna mount my business
I am smoking marijuana while also working hard to grow my business.
You probably went to class while I was in the hallway skipping
You were most likely in class while I was wandering the halls instead.
Yeah I hear what they sayin', just be too high to listen
I am aware of what others are saying, but I might be too high to pay attention.
Got my money trippin' if I even fold it wrong
My money is so abundant that I would be confused even if I did not fold it correctly.
You ain't smokin' this good, if it's fire I tell you I sold it all
You have not tried high-quality marijuana until you have tried what I am currently smoking.
Or wait 'til one of my hoes come 'round and roll it all
Or I can wait until one of my female acquaintances comes over and rolls the joint for me.
Or say fuck it, and cuff it till I roll with dog
Or I might just save it for later until I can smoke with my friend, Snoop Dogg.
I show up, I show up, I show off
I always make an entrance and I am ready to impress.
Car push to start, hit the button once it go off
I have a car with push-to-start ignition, and I can easily start and stop it.
Keep the money comin' in and the papers rolled up
I have a steady flow of income and a constant supply of rolling papers.
We ain't worried 'bout a hatin' nigga they get no love
We do not pay attention to those who do not support us.
I go green like I was the Archbishop Don Juan
I embrace the environmentally-friendly lifestyle like Archbishop Don Juan.
And blow circles 'round you suckers like a marathon
I can blow smoke rings around my competitors continuously, like a marathon runner.
My gym teacher told, but I didn't listen
My gym teacher warned me about smoking, but I did not pay attention.
My bitch did my homework, and now I'm in detention
My girlfriend completed my homework, and now I am in trouble with the school.
It sure beats suspension, this is my audition
It is better than being suspended, and this talent show is my opportunity to showcase my talents.
So play your position, get the picture I envision
Everyone should play their role and understand the vision I have.
Did she mention? Snoop Dogg was made for kissing
Did she mention that Snoop Dogg is an expert in kissing?
A barracuda fishin', she on a mission for me
She is trying to catch me like a barracuda fish.
Pleasure, pain, and glory, and my inventory
My inventory consists of items that bring me pleasure, pain, and glory.
My SAT's, my lil' bitch she did 'em for me
My girlfriend helped me study and complete my SAT's.
And now we prancin' on stage at the talent show
Now, we are showing off our skills on stage during the talent show.
We flossin' my clothes my chains and my knapsack
We are displaying my clothing, jewelry, and personal belongings.
Full of that, hand me that, can't you see my telescope?
I have a bag full of marijuana, and can't you see the size of my joint?
Principal said she wanna see me 'cause she smell my smoke
The principal wants to see me because she smelled the smoke from my marijuana.
'Bout my money trippin' even if I fold it wrong
I am so wealthy that even if I mishandle my money, it is no problem.
Blowin' zones with Wiz 'cause this is the protocol
Smoking marijuana with Wiz is our standard procedure.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CALVIN BROADUS, ANTHONY REYES, CAMERON THOMAZ, JESSE WILSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@markymg
who still comes back and listens to the song
@Nightcrawlerstarbeam
GOD_ SLAYER105 MY BITCH DID MY HOMEWORK AND NOW IM IN DETENTION
@ilyes7272
Me
@hunterwade3678
Me
@dallinloibl3304
me
@lejeunekid
Hey je pense que tu me reconnais #tokyoghoul
@slimzkeebler
This song is infinitely better when you're watching the movie whilst doing what you're instructed in the beginning of the movie
@BEASTYBYRD
slimzkeebler Indeed
@TechDeckpro277
@GOD OF ART yo chill homie, try it and youll understand
@jdmbros2704
@GOD OF ART bro chill down and try it before you saying shit like that. How can you speak shit about something that you never tried?