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.
sunshine
Snoop Dogg Lyrics
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One, two, one, two
Peace signs, can ya put 'em up
One, two, one, two
One, two, one, two
One time, can ya put 'em up
One, two, one, two
One two
Huh, don't front sunshine feelin' real good
It's just another, just another day that the Lord has (give me, give me)
It was no goodness of my own
It was you and you alone
You deserve all the glory
Peace signs in the sky if ya feel good
Once a time when a storm came in my life
Didn't know which way to turn, to the left or right
Out the corner of my eye, saw a little light
Flickerin' like a flame in the darkest night
It's almost mornin'
Just let the sun, sunshine in
Sunshine in
One, two, one, two
One, two, one, two
Peace signs, can ya put 'em up (can ya put 'em up yeah)
One, two, one, two
One, two, one, two
One time, can ya put 'em up
One, two, one, two (one, two, one two, one two)
One two
If ya hear it on the radio, turn it up
Huh, don't front sunshine feelin' real good
A lot of people do me wrong, but I wanna do the right thing (right thing)
Sit back with my pedal on the medal and I'm cruisin' on the highway
Why you passin' out blessin's on your people, aren't you the blessin' my way
And my good days outweigh my bad days
And I won't complain
You knew from the beginning
That sometimes you might feel alone
But don't look now it's almost
Mornin'
Just let the sunshine in
The sunshine in yeah
Sunshine in
One, two, one, two
One, two, one, two
Peace signs, can ya put 'em up (can you put 'em up again)
One, two, one, two
One, two, one, two
One time, can ya put 'em up (can you put 'em up again)
One, two, one, two
One two
If ya hear it on the radio, turn it up
Huh, don't front sunshine feelin' real good
You bring the sun out
You bring the sun out, sunshine
You bring the sun out
You bring the sun out, sunshine
Sunshine-ine, sunshine-ine
You bring the sun out
Don't front, you know this sunshine feels good
In my hood
That sometimes you might feel alone
But don't look now, it's almost
Mornin'
Just let the sun, the sunshine in, the sunshine in
Sunshine in
One, two, one, two
One, two, one, two
Peace signs, can ya put 'em up (can you put 'em up again)
One, two, one, two
One, two, one, two
One time, can ya put 'em up (can you put 'em up again)
One, two, one, two
One two
If ya hear it on the radio, turn it up
Huh, don't front sunshine feelin' real good
The lyrics of Snoop Dogg's song "Sunshine" convey a message of finding inner strength and positivity to overcome life's challenges. The song begins with the repetition of "One, two, one, two" and "Peace signs, can ya put 'em up," creating a call to unity and spreading positive energy. Snoop Dogg acknowledges that the goodness in his life is not derived solely from his own actions, but from a higher power. He believes that God deserves all the glory for guiding him through difficult times and bringing light into his life.
The lyrics also speak about a moment of darkness and uncertainty in Snoop Dogg's life, symbolized by a storm. Unsure of which direction to take, he spots a glimmer of hope, represented by a flickering light. This light acts as a metaphor for finding inspiration and guidance, even in the darkest of times. The chorus emphasizes the importance of allowing the sunshine or positive energy into one's life, symbolizing the need to embrace positivity and let go of negativity.
Throughout the song, Snoop Dogg expresses gratitude for the blessings in his life, highlighting that his good days outweigh the bad. He encourages listeners not to complain, despite the moments of feeling alone, as the morning or a new day is approaching. The repetition of "Just let the sunshine in" reinforces the idea of embracing positivity and allowing it to permeate one's life.
Overall, "Sunshine" is a song about finding strength, gratitude, and positivity amidst life's challenges. It emphasizes the importance of unity, spreading good vibes, and appreciating the blessings one receives.
Line by Line Meaning
One, two, one, two
Counting and getting ready
Peace signs, can ya put 'em up
Show your peace and positivity
One time, can ya put 'em up
Do it one more time
If ya hear it on the radio, turn it up
Crank up the volume when it plays on the radio
Huh, don't front sunshine feelin' real good
Don't pretend, the sunshine feels amazing
It's just another, just another day that the Lord has (give me, give me)
Acknowledging and appreciating the blessings from God
It was no goodness of my own
I didn't achieve this by myself
It was you and you alone
It was all because of you
You deserve all the glory
You should be praised and honored
Peace signs in the sky if ya feel good
Raise your peace signs if you're in a good mood
Once a time when a storm came in my life
There was a difficult period in my life
Didn't know which way to turn, to the left or right
I felt lost and unsure of what to do
Out the corner of my eye, saw a little light
I noticed a small glimmer of hope
Flickerin' like a flame in the darkest night
It was shining weakly amidst the darkness
It's almost mornin'
The dawn is approaching
Just let the sun, sunshine in
Allow the sunlight and positivity to enter
A lot of people do me wrong, but I wanna do the right thing (right thing)
Despite being mistreated, I strive to act morally
Sit back with my pedal on the medal and I'm cruisin' on the highway
I relax and enjoy life, moving forward without hesitation
Why you passin' out blessin's on your people, aren't you the blessin' my way
Why are you giving blessings to others when you should be blessing me
And my good days outweigh my bad days
I have more good days than bad days
And I won't complain
I won't express dissatisfaction
You knew from the beginning
You were aware from the start
That sometimes you might feel alone
There will be moments of loneliness
But don't look now it's almost
But don't worry, morning is approaching
You bring the sun out
You make everything brighter
Don't front, you know this sunshine feels good
Don't pretend, you know that this positivity feels great
In my hood
In my neighborhood
Just let the sun, the sunshine in, the sunshine in
Allow the positive energy to enter
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Kevin Gilliam, Anthony Williams, Stevie Wonder
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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