Cordozar Calvin Broad… Read Full Bio ↴Snoop Dogg has changed his name to Snoop Lion.
Cordozar Calvin Broadus Jr. (born October 20, 1971 in Long Beach, California, United States), better known by his stage name Snoop Dogg, is a Grammy award nominated rapper, producer and actor. Snoop is best known as a famous MC in the West Coast hip hop scene, and for being one of producer Dr. Dre's most notable protégés. He made his rap debut in 1992 on Dre's debut album The Chronic, and then released his debut album, Doggystyle, to much critical and public acclaim. His mother nicknamed him "Snoopy" as a child, and he took the stage name Snoop Doggy Dogg when he began recording. He changed his name to Snoop Dogg in 1996 when he left his original record label, Death Row Records, and signed with No Limit Records.
He has been affiliated with the Crips, a U.S. street gang. Several of his cousins, including RBX, Nate Dogg, Daz Dillinger, and Warren G are also hip hop artists and often collaborate with Snoop. In 2000, Snoop (as "Michael J. Corleone") directed Snoop Dogg's Doggystyle, a pornographic film produced by Hustler. This film, combining hip-hop with X-rated material, was a huge success and won "Top Selling Release of the Year" at the 2002 AVN Awards. Driven by this success, Snoop directed Snoop Dogg's Hustlaz: Diary of a Pimp in 2002 (this time using the nickname "Snoop Scorsese").
As a rapper, he is perhaps best known for his “lazy drawl” — a slurred, distinctively calm, laid-back, and rhythmically-complex lyrical delivery. His lyrics have often been criticized for their glorification of misogyny, violence and gangsterism; however, he is often credited for accurately portraying street slang and attitudes.
Rebel Way
Snoop Lion Lyrics
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So much destruction, and so
Much mayhem and there's so
Much misunderstanding in music
We're losing so many great musicians
And we don't love them while they're here
And I want to be loved while I'm here
And the only way to get love is to give love
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this time is moving fast
Can’t dwell on the past
Make this moment last
While we have the chance
Old dreams look fake for the new one's made
Nothing stays the same do it the rebel way
From moonlight to sunrise day in and day out
I stay on my modus operandi
Opening my third eye
Focus on the words I say
Man stand a diligent, militant
With the sentiment, I’m here to represent
Constant changes like passing raises
Evident, the time we spend is sacred
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this time is moving fast
Can’t dwell on the past
Make this moment last
While we have the chance
Old dreams look fake for the new one's made
Nothing stays the same do it the rebel way
We still drop it hardcore
Nuff of them can’t take it
When the lion roar
We no take no shorts, tell 'em we want more
Now it’s time to settle the score
For all of my people in
The ghetto streets reppin
And all who feel they've been stepped on
Love is the cure and courage is the weapon
You can use to overcome
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this time is moving fast
Can’t dwell on the past
Make this moment last
While we have the chance
Old dreams look fake for the new one's made
Nothing stays the same do it the rebel way
Do it the rebel way do it the rebel way
Do it the rebel way do it the rebel way
Do it the rebel way do it the rebel way
Do it the rebel way do it the rebel way
Do it the rebel way do it the rebel way
Do it the rebel way do it the rebel way
Do it the rebel way
In "Rebel Way," Snoop Lion sends a message of self-empowerment and resilience to listeners. The track encourages individuals to confront their struggles and face them head-on rather than finding ways to escape or avoid them. The chorus echoes this sentiment: "You can't run away, run away. You gotta face this." Snoop Lion acknowledges that time is fleeting and that individuals should make the most of the present moment. Instead of dwelling on the past, he advises embracing change and creating new dreams. Doing things the "rebel way" implies challenging the status quo and taking ownership of one's choices and destiny.
The verses of the song further reinforce the messages in the chorus. Snoop reflects on his personal philosophy of living each day consciously and critically, stating that he seeks to open his "third eye" and remain aware of the world around him. He also references social and political issues that might weigh on individuals and lead them to feel trapped or helpless. However, Snoop stresses that love and courage can be powerful tools for overcoming these challenges. He encourages listeners to speak up and demand more for themselves and their communities while also cultivating an inner sense of strength.
Overall, "Rebel Way" is a call to action for individuals to take control of their destiny, embrace change, and take a stand for what they believe in. Snoop Lion's lyrics are both introspective and inspiring, urging listeners to tap into their inner strength and live their lives in a way that aligns with their values.
Line by Line Meaning
You can’t run away, run away
Avoidance is not the solution
You gotta face this
Confrontation is the way
Time is moving fast
Time is limited
Can’t dwell on the past
Do not dwell on what has already been done
Make this moment last
Live in the present
While we have the chance
Seize the moment while it lasts
All dreams will fade
Even the biggest dreams will eventually be forgotten
For the new ones made
New dreams will always come along
Nothing stays the same
Change is inevitable
Do it the rebel way
Do it with a nonconformist attitude
From moonlight to sunrise
Throughout the entire day
Day in and day out
All the time
I stay on my
I stay true to myself
Modus operandi
My way of doing things
Opening my third eye
I am becoming more aware
Fuck this on the words I say
I don't care what others think of me
Man stand a diligent, militant
I am determined and vigilant
With the sentiment, I’m here to represent
I am here to represent my beliefs and values
Constant changes like passin' ranges
Change is like a range of mountains, always present
Evident, the time we spend to sacred
Our time is sacred and should be valued
We still drop it hardcore
We still go hard despite opposition
Nuff a dem can’t take it
Many cannot handle the intensity
When the lion roar
When I speak up and take action
Remote take no shorts tellin' we want more
We will not settle for less
Now it’s time to settle the score, hey
Now is the time for justice
For all of my people in the ghetto streets reppin'
This is for those fighting for their rights in impoverished areas
And all who feel they been stepped on
This is for all those who have been oppressed or marginalized
Love is the cure and courage is the weapon
Love and bravery are powerful tools for change
You can use to overcome
They can be used to conquer any obstacle
Do it the rebel way
Do it unorthodoxly and with conviction
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: THOMAS WESLEY PENTZ, ANDREW HERRICK BAIN, CALVIN BROADUS (SNOOP DOGG), WAYNE SHARNE HENRY, ANDREW HERSHEY, ARIEL ZIVI RECHTSHAID
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Jazmen Carter
Prologue]
There's so much death, there's so much destruction, and so much mayhem and there's so much misunderstanding in music, we're losing so many great musicians, and.. we don't love them while they're here. And I want to be loved while I'm here, and the only way to get love is to give love
[Hook]
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this
Time is moving fast
Can’t dwell on the past
Make this moment last
While we have the chance
Old dreams look fake
For the new one's made
Nothing stays the same
Do it the rebel way
[Verse 1]
From moonlight to sunrise
Day in and day out
I stay on my
Modus operandi
Opening my third eye
Focus on the words I say
Man stand a diligent, militant
With the sentiment, I’m here to represent
Constant changes like passing raises
Evident, the time we spend is sacred
[Hook]
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this
Time is moving fast
Can’t dwell on the past
Make this moment last
While we have the chance
Old dreams look fake
For the new one's made
Nothing stays the same
Do it the rebel way
[Verse 2]
We still drop it hardcore
Nuff of them can’t take it
When the lion roar
We no take no shorts, tell 'em we want more
Now it’s time to settle the score
For all of my people in the ghetto streets reppin
And all who feel they've been stepped on
Love is the cure and courage is the weapon
You can use to overcome
[Hook]
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this
You can’t run away, run away
You gotta face this
Time is moving fast
Can’t dwell on the past
Make this moment last
While we have the chance
Old dreams look fake
For the new one's made
Nothing stays the same
Do it the rebel way
Bon Appetit
So many good tracks on Reincarnated but people judge negatively this album because of Snoop changing his name. People have bad taste in music. The album is one of the greatest albums of all times. People should appreciate that he did something different instead of complaining for no reason.
Michael Shramek
100% agree, i am a big fan of snoop lion, i cant say the same for others tho.
jack newell
Bon Appetit 👌
Topias Tuomisto
one of the greatest albums? nigga what? it isnt even snoops best
Donnie Gordon
And first learn how to spell Reggae before you speak on the Genre. Btw ONE LOVE
Donnie Gordon
@Alex Rodriguez your one of the people that is complaining for no reason. This is one of the best albums ever you don't know music obviously and how is this not Reggae when his inspiration from this album came from Jamaica he spent time with Bob Marley relatives and Wife from Wailers. He went into exile to change his music style and spiritually. There is a Movie Documentary of what I'm talking about. So look that up before you Reincarnated is pop music.
Maximal Säkerhet
This album is so underrated and it's one of Snoop's greatest
Moe Cfan
Definitly
Maximal Säkerhet
@AMEX DA_GOAT Totally agree
Mariam Diop
I SEARCHED UP SNOOP LION AS A JOKE BUT THIS IS NOTHING LIKE I EXPECTED ITS SO SOOTHING AND PROFOUND ❤️