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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.
Torn Apart
Snoop Lion Lyrics
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I knew we was the one because I dreamt this day
I was such a beginner on this thing called love
And now he's going away and now I'm torn apart, so torn apart
You're one of them, you see me sway
You pullin' triggers let you slide another day
Say goodbye to the one got away
Her lips for the very first thing that I saw
She threw like an angel and that made want her more
My reputation says I'm there from now
And now she's going away and now I'm so torn apart, so torn apart
You're one of them, you see me sway
You pullin' triggers let you slide another day
Say goodbye to the one got away
Never let you get away
Shouldn't have let you got away
Get away, got away
Gotta find another way
Never let 'em get away
Gotta find a way to stay
Never let 'em get away
Never let 'em get away
You never let her go
You never let her go
Feel sorry
You see me?
You hear me?
You're one of them, you see me sway
You pullin' triggers let you slide another day
Say goodbye to the one got away
The lyrics to Snoop Lion's song "Torn Apart" speak of a love that was fleeting and now lost. The singer remembers hearing the person's voice before seeing their face, and having a feeling that they were meant to be together, that they had dreamt of this day before it happened. But despite feeling like a beginner in understanding love, the person is now going away and leaving the singer feeling "torn apart."
The second verse speaks from a different perspective, perhaps that of the person who is leaving. They remember being drawn to their partner's lips and the way they threw, or tossed, something like an angel. Their reputation may suggest that they are not one to stay in a long-term relationship, but that does not change the fact that they too are now feeling "so torn apart."
The chorus repeats a phrase to "say goodbye to the one got away" and implies that there are people around who are "pulling triggers," or causing harm or death to others, but they are somehow allowed to continue to do so. The bridge seems to be directed at someone who may have regrets about not holding on to this love, and they express sorrow for what has been lost.
Overall, the song is a lament about a love that was meant to be, but was ultimately not able to survive. It speaks of the pain of losing someone who felt like they were meant to be with you, and the regret that comes from not having done more to keep them close.
Line by Line Meaning
I heard him speak but then I saw his face
I recognized him as the one I had been dreaming about
I knew he was the one because I dreamt this day
My dream came true when I met him
I was such a beginner on this thing called love
I was inexperienced and naïve when it came to love
And now he's going away and now I'm torn apart, so torn apart
I am devastated that he is leaving me
You're one of them, you see me sway
You are one of the people who can see how I am affected by this
You pullin' triggers let you slide another day
You are able to avoid the consequences of your actions
Say goodbye to the one got away
I have to let go of the one I lost
Her lips for the very first thing that I saw
I was immediately attracted to her when I saw her lips
She threw like an angel and that made want her more
Her graceful movements made me even more enamored with her
My reputation says I'm there from now
My reputation is that I am always there for the people I care about
And now she's going away and now I'm so torn apart, so torn apart
I am devastated that she is leaving me
Never let you get away
I should have done everything in my power to keep you from leaving
Shouldn't have let you got away
It was a mistake to let you leave
Get away, got away
I lost you
Gotta find another way
I need to find a new approach to love
Never let 'em get away
I will do everything in my power to keep them from leaving
Gotta find a way to stay
I need to find a way to make them stay with me
You never let her go
You held onto the one you loved
Feel sorry
I regret not doing the same
You see me?
Do you understand where I'm coming from?
You hear me?
Do you really listen when I talk?
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: THOMAS WESLEY PENTZ, CALVIN BROADUS (SNOOP DOGG), JOHN GRAHAM HILL, ANGELA HUNTE, ARIEL ZIVI RECHTSHAID, DAVID JAMES ANDREW TAYLOR
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@waguibonito1235
Mais músicas como Snoop Lion... Pfv
@AnaPaulaBarrosz
Eu amo essa musica e a ouço sempre, sem falar que apoio bravamente a carreira de Snoop Lion no reggae.
@casandragarcia9455
2019 y aún amo esa canción desde que salió ♥️😊
@bryanfernandogarridoquinto6677
X2
@potopualilo7339
My summer anthem. Love it. People that hate it only hate themselves for not being able to accept change
@Orlandosucks420
this song is awesome so much positive vibes snoop lion is awesome peace and love
@yaeladrian2392
Me encanta la rola
@naomilezpona1336
Love this change Snoop is in. His old rap is SO awesome coming from someone who actually grew up with him and now as I am growing, Snoop is growing with me. If the haters stop and look at WHY he made this CD and the REAL meaning behind it, then you will love it because he is sending a great message in all his new songs on this CD.
@zdgzgcgxc
Beautifully done
@rahelpinter4479
Rita is beautiful and this song is amazing.