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.
This City
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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Take me to the streets
Shout out to the people out there in the city living that life
We 'bout to get off into that brand new Snoop Dogg produced by Pharrell
So everybody in the city tonight
I want to you roll your window down and turn the music up loud, enjoy
Radio station BUSH69, hold it down
Milk and honey, we're gonna burn up Hollywood, ooh
Beach of Fortune and the neon sky
You know while back with us will be go tonight
That's what they told us and they must be right, so let's ride
They built this city for me and you yeah, Snoop
Champagne wishes, taste like American pie
Rags to riches, you never know unless you try
Beach of Fortune and the neon sky
You know while back with us will be go tonight
That's what they told us and they must be right, so let's ride
They built this city for me and you yeah, Snoop
All day wanna play, wanna rock with her
All day, every day on the block with her
My city, oh really be popping huh?
64S, hip hop and locking up
We changed the lane, remained the bain
Little bit of joy with a lot of pain
Is he Snoop Lion or Doggy mayne?
Ask me again, I tell you the same
Do Dubb with the key to the city
Me and Pete, we go DYD
Rip down, put my foot down
And if I'm in your town then I got to get down
Fight nights in Vegas
Bright lights we made it
Slayed it, slightly faded
Californicated and highly motivated
Snoop, they built this city for me and you yeah
The lyrics to Snoop Dogg's "This City" are a tribute to the city of Los Angeles, where Snoop was born and raised. The song starts with a radio DJ introducing Snoop's new song, encouraging everyone to roll down their windows and turn up the music loud, indicating that it is a song for everyone. The lyrics go on to describe the city as a place that has brought success to those who have tried, and how it is a city that was built for both Snoop and the listener.
The song also touches on the idea of chasing success in the city. Snoop refers to the "neon sky," and how there are fortunes to be made in the city. However, the lyrics also caution that it takes effort to achieve this success, as it is not easily come by. The lyrics also allude to Snoop's evolution as an artist. Snoop had previously changed his name to "Snoop Lion," and the lyrics ask if he is "Snoop Lion or Doggy mayne." However, the answer is the same, indicating a sense of consistency and loyalty to his roots.
Overall, "This City" is a celebration of the city of Los Angeles and all that it represents to Snoop and his fans. It is a reminder of the hard work and dedication it takes to achieve success, but also that the city is a place of opportunity for those who seek it.
Line by Line Meaning
A yes sir, radio station, BUSH69 when you're down
Hello listeners, welcome to BUSH69, the radio station that plays music to lift you up when you're feeling down.
Take me to the streets
Let's go outside to the lively and dynamic environment of the city streets.
Shout out to the people out there in the city living that life
A respectful acknowledgement to all the people living in the city, enjoying its unique urban lifestyle.
We 'bout to get off into that brand new Snoop Dogg produced by Pharrell
We are going to listen to a new song produced by Pharrell and performed by Snoop Dogg.
So everybody in the city tonight
Inviting every person in the city at this moment to enjoy the music.
I want to you roll your window down and turn the music up loud, enjoy
A suggestion to the listeners to open their car windows and blast the music, and to have a good time.
Radio station BUSH69, hold it down
A request for the radio station to stay on air and continue playing music.
Grab your money, we're getting out this neighborhood
Let's gather our financial resources and move away from this disadvantaged neighborhood.
Milk and honey, we're gonna burn up Hollywood, ooh
We will enjoy the luxuries and pleasures of life, and become successful in Hollywood.
Beach of Fortune and the neon sky
Describing the flashy and glamorous aspects of the Los Angeles area, such as the beaches and bright lights.
You know while back with us will be go tonight
We will go out tonight to experience what Los Angeles has to offer.
That's what they told us and they must be right, so let's ride
The people who said that Los Angeles is amazing were probably right, so let's go out and experience it.
They built this city for me and you yeah, Snoop
The city of Los Angeles was constructed to be enjoyed by everyone, including Snoop Dogg and his listeners.
Champagne wishes, taste like American pie
Describing the decadent and lavish wishes that are reminiscent of the American dream.
Rags to riches, you never know unless you try
People can achieve success and wealth despite starting with nothing, as long as they try.
All day wanna play, wanna rock with her
Expressing the desire to have fun and interact with a woman throughout the day.
All day, every day on the block with her
Spending time on the city block with the woman he wants to be with.
My city, oh really be popping huh?
Asking if the city is really as vibrant and exciting as he thinks it is.
64S, hip hop and locking up
Referring to the act of cruising down the street in a signature lowrider car while playing and dancing to hip hop music.
We changed the lane, remained the bain
He and his crew have shifted their approach, but still kept their identity and values.
Little bit of joy with a lot of pain
Life can be both happy and difficult.
Is he Snoop Lion or Doggy mayne?
Asking which persona people associate more with him: Snoop Lion or Snoop Doggy Dogg.
Ask me again, I tell you the same
Regardless of the question being asked, his answer will always stay the same.
Do Dubb with the key to the city
Referring to his friend Do Dubb, who has the ability to unlock the potential of the city.
Me and Pete, we go DYD
Him and his friend Pete will go down to see what the city has to offer.
Rip down, put my foot down
Drive down the street aggressively, demonstrating confidence and power.
And if I'm in your town then I got to get down
Whenever he is in someone else's city, he has to indulge and enjoy himself.
Fight nights in Vegas
Describing the excitement of boxing matches in Las Vegas.
Bright lights we made it
Despite the challenges, he became successful and achieved his dreams.
Slayed it, slightly faded
Performed incredibly well, but also consumed some substances that may have clouded his judgement.
Californicated and highly motivated
Showing his pride for living in California, while still driven and ambitious.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: Calvin Cordozar Broadus
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