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.
Ten Toes Down
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Came in this game as a kid huh
Still down ten toes in this shit huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
Still down ten toes in this shit huh
Keep a shooter at the gate on my crib huh
I ain't do it, people said I did huh?
Rap music ain't whats fuckin' up they kids huh?
Gangster rap is fuckin' up the biz huh?
My influence, something that I said cuh?
Like i'm jewish, all about the bread huh
From the sewage, tryin' to get ahead huh
I'm bout to do it, fuckin' up they head huh?
These opportunist, fuckin' up they bread huh?
Corporate america stance is irregular
Ready 'cause, rap sheet, impeccable
Multi plats, my past
What we have here is unprofessional
My metal, undetectable, my style, unselectable
Niggas runnin' they mouth thats unacceptable
21st street, long beach 'til the death of you
Told you I was bout to do it big, huh?
Came in this game as a kid huh
Still down ten toes in this shit huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
Still down ten toes in this shit huh
Keep a shooter at the gate on my crib huh
Keep shootin', thats what the people tell me huh
Get the biggest dope sack that you can sell me huh
And your homegirl do it huh, I make the whole world do it huh
Ain't no limit to the dog and thats real talk
I'm the one thats showed you how a real crip walk
Resume, document, g-file
Recollect, reflect, and let me break it down
Take it out the bag lay it on the table quick
Call my handle it quick disable this
Tickin' time bomb, made crippin' look fun
Can't walk around without your motherfuckin' gun, thats a no no
Real hood redemption, my tiny locos is really on a mission
Niggas runnin' they mouth thats unacceptable
21st street, long beach 'til the death of you
Told you I was bout to do it big, huh?
Came in this game as a kid huh
Still down ten toes in this shit huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
Still down ten toes in this shit huh
Keep a shooter at the gate on my crib huh
Do anybody in the house remember
When it wasn't no snoop dogg? (hell yeah)
It wasn't no rappers talking' bout the LBC, am I trippin' y'all (hell nah)
So its safe to say, I put it on the map huh
So if you see me on the block yeah I'm back huh
And if you don't think you know where I'm at huh
You wanna battle, little homie get your racks up
Boy you need to kit kat, make you niggas get back
Split you like a kit kat, the big homie did that
Rollin' like a rebel though, I'm on a whole 'nother level though
My heart my hair, my G, my seat that part right there
I'm more than a rapper though, pure intellectual
Smooth as a criminal, you hear me though?
Told you I was bout to do it big, huh?
Came in this game as a kid huh
Still down ten toes in this shit huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
Still down ten toes in this shit huh
Keep a shooter at the gate on my crib huh
In "10 in a Minute" by Snoop Dogg, the rapper addresses his criticism and the blame he faces for influencing the younger generation to gang culture. The song begins with Snoop Dogg boasting about his success and how he is still loyal to his roots despite being in the industry for so long. The lines "First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh" is a message to rivals to stop glamorizing gang life and putting younger children at risk. He then addresses the accusations and blames put on him and hip hop culture for influencing children to violence.
Snoop Dogg acknowledges his role in popularizing gangsta rap, but he states that he is not responsible for anyone else's actions. The lines "Rap music ain't whats fuckin' up they kids huh? Gangster rap is fuckin' up the biz huh? My influence, something that I said cuh?" display his frustration towards people who criticize gangsta rap while ignoring other factors like poverty and social conditions that influence people's behavior. He then goes on to declare his loyalty to his community and his stance against people who disrespect it.
The song title "10 in a Minute" references a common phrase used by gang members to describe coordinating a crime within ten minutes. The song is a repudiation of a particular gang lifestyle and an explanation of why the rapper cannot bear the blame for the actions of others. Snoop Dogg uses his influence and power in the music industry to uplift his community and to call out the wrongdoings of people who use it to perpetrate violence.
Line by Line Meaning
Told you I was bout to do it big, huh?
I warned you that I was going to make it big
Came in this game as a kid huh
I started my career at a young age
Still down ten toes in this shit huh
I am still committed and dedicated to this industry
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
I was the first one to talk about gang life to your children
Still down ten toes in this shit huh
I am still committed and dedicated to this industry
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
I was the first one to talk about gang life to your children
First nigga talk that crippin' to your kids huh
I was the first one to talk about gang life to your children
Still down ten toes in this shit huh
I am still committed and dedicated to this industry
Keep a shooter at the gate on my crib huh
I always have someone to protect my home from threats
I ain't do it, people said I did huh?
I was accused of something I didn't do
Rap music ain't whats fuckin' up they kids huh?
People blame rap music for corrupting kids
Gangster rap is fuckin' up the biz huh?
Gangster rap is causing harm to the music industry
My influence, something that I said cuh?
My words have influence
Like i'm jewish, all about the bread huh
I am focused on earning money like Jewish people
From the sewage, tryin' to get ahead huh
I came from tough circumstances and am trying to succeed
I'm bout to do it, fuckin' up they head huh?
I am going to cause confusion and challenge the norm
These opportunist, fuckin' up they bread huh?
Opportunistic individuals are affecting other people's earnings
Corporate america stance is irregular
The business world is unpredictable
Ready 'cause, rap sheet, impeccable
I am prepared and my track record is flawless
Multi plats, my past
My past has resulted in me receiving multiple platinum records
What we have here is unprofessional
This is not a professional situation
My metal, undetectable, my style, unselectable
I have a unique style and hidden talents
Niggas runnin' they mouth thats unacceptable
People gossiping is not acceptable
21st street, long beach 'til the death of you
I am loyal and dedicated to my hometown
Keep shootin', thats what the people tell me huh
People encourage me to continue succeeding
Get the biggest dope sack that you can sell me huh
I want to purchase the largest amount of drugs available
And your homegirl do it huh, I make the whole world do it huh
I have influence and can convince many people to do things
Ain't no limit to the dog and thats real talk
I am limitless and unstoppable
I'm the one thats showed you how a real crip walk
I am responsible for showing people how to crip walk properly
Resume, document, g-file
My professional background is impressive
Recollect, reflect, and let me break it down
Think back and contemplate, then I will explain it
Take it out the bag lay it on the table quick
Take out the drugs and put them down quickly
Call my handle it quick disable this
Call me and I will handle the situation and stop it
Tickin' time bomb, made crippin' look fun
I made gang life seem enjoyable, but it can also be deadly
Can't walk around without your motherfuckin' gun, thats a no no
It is dangerous to walk around without a firearm
Real hood redemption, my tiny locos is really on a mission
I am working towards redemption for my community, and my followers are dedicated to the cause
Do anybody in the house remember
Does anyone remember a time before me?
When it wasn't no snoop dogg? (hell yeah)
There was a time before I became famous
It wasn't no rappers talking' bout the LBC, am I trippin' y'all (hell nah)
I was the first rapper to talk about Long Beach
So its safe to say, I put it on the map huh
I am responsible for bringing attention to Long Beach
So if you see me on the block yeah I'm back huh
I am back and present in the community
And if you don't think you know where I'm at huh
If you are unaware of where I am currently located
You wanna battle, little homie get your racks up
If you want to challenge me, make sure you are prepared and have enough money
Boy you need to kit kat, make you niggas get back
You need to back off and take a break
Split you like a kit kat, the big homie did that
I am capable of dividing and conquering my opponents
Rollin' like a rebel though, I'm on a whole 'nother level though
I am rebellious and unique, on a different level than most people
My heart my hair, my G, my seat that part right there
My character and style are important aspects of me
I'm more than a rapper though, pure intellectual
I am not just a rapper, I am a smart and intellectual person
Smooth as a criminal, you hear me though?
I am as smooth and calculated as a criminal, do you understand?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: CALVIN BROADUS, ERMIAS ASGHEDOM, CARLOS MCSWAIN
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