Snoop Dogg is often regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time, known for his signature drawled delivery and melodic flow.
He was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, showcasing his influence beyond music.
He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a testament to his impact on the entertainment industry.
Biography
Early Life
Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., known professionally as Snoop Dogg, was born on October 20, 1971, in Long Beach, California. He was raised by his mother, Beverly Tate, after his biological father, Vernell Varnado, left the family shortly after his birth. Snoop Dogg's childhood was marked by his love for music, heavily influenced by his mother, who was a member of the church choir. He began singing and playing piano at a young age and was nicknamed "Snoopy" due to his resemblance to the Peanuts character. Snoop Dogg's early experiences included selling candy and delivering newspapers, but he also began rapping in sixth grade, quickly realizing his talent for engaging audiences with his performances.
Music Career
Snoop Dogg's music career took off in the early 1990s when he was introduced to Dr. Dre by Warren G. He signed with Death Row Records and made his debut on the theme song for the film "Deep Cover". His first album, "Doggystyle," released in 1993, became a critical and commercial success, solidifying his place in the West Coast hip-hop scene. Known for his smooth, laidback delivery, Snoop Dogg helped define the G-funk genre and became a prominent figure in gangsta rap. His singles, including "Who Am I (What's My Name)?" and "Gin and Juice," became iconic tracks that showcased his unique style and lyrical content, often addressing social issues.
Personal Life
Snoop Dogg married his high school sweetheart, Shante Taylor, in 1997, and they have three children together. Despite a brief divorce in 2004, the couple renewed their vows in 2008. Snoop Dogg is also a grandfather and has been open about his family life, including the loss of a grandchild in 2019. He has claimed to have been a professional pimp in the early 2000s, a statement that reflects his complex persona within the hip-hop community. Snoop Dogg's influence extends beyond music, as he has made appearances in various media and has been recognized with numerous awards, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and induction into the WWE Hall of Fame.
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Discography
I Wanna Thank Me2019
- 1.What U Talkin’ Bout2:43
- 2.So Misinformed3:52
- 3.Let Bygones Be Bygones3:05
- 4.One Blood, One Cuzz3:54
- 5.Countdown2:19
- 6.I C Your Bullshit3:47
- 7.Turn Me On3:18
- 8.Blue Face Hunnids3:16
- 9.New Booty3:01
- 10.Take Me Away3:56
- 11.Do It When I’m in It3:54
- 12.First Place3:38
- 13.Focused2:43
- 14.Rise to the Top4:32
- 15.Wintertime in June4:58
- 16.Doo Wop Thank Me0:59
- 17.Main Phone3:41
- 18.Do You Like I Do3:58
- 19.I’ve Been Looking for You4:09
- 20.Little Square UBitchU2:34
- 21.Ventalation3:25
- 22.I Wanna Thank Me3:41
Snoop Dogg Presents Bible of Love2018
- 1.Thank You Lord (intro)1:02
- 2.Love for God3:15
- 3.Always Got Something to Say4:05
- 4.Defeated4:33
- 5.In the Name of Jesus3:30
- 6.Going Home4:13
- 7.Saved3:35
- 8.Sunshine Feel Good3:48
- 9.Sunrise3:57
- 10.Pure Gold5:37
- 11.Pain4:45
- 12.New Wave5:22
- 13.On Time3:48
- 14.You3:46
- 15.One More Day4:46
- 16.Bible of Love (interlude)2:41
- 17.Come as You Are5:41
- 18.Talk to God4:24
- 19.Changed3:20
- 20.Praise Him3:33
- 21.Blessing Me Again4:02
- 22.Blessed & Highly Favored (remix)5:05
- 23.Unbelievable3:35
- 24.No One Else4:16
- 25.Chizzle4:41
- 26.My God2:50
- 27.When It’s All Over5:03
- 28.Crown3:31
- 29.Call Him4:29
- 30.Change the World5:08
- 31.Voices of Praise3:58
- 32.Words Are Few7:29
Neva Left2017
- 1.Neva Left5:07
- 2.Moment I Feared2:27
- 3.Bacc in da Dayz3:50
- 4.Promise You This2:52
- 5.Trash Bags3:27
- 6.Swivel4:17
- 7.Go On3:10
- 8.Big Mouth4:01
- 9.Toss It3:15
- 10.420 (Blaze Up)4:25
- 11.Lavender (Nightfall remix)3:15
- 12.Let Us Begin3:43
- 13.Mount Kushmore3:48
- 14.Vapors (DJ Battlecat remix)6:49
- 15.I’m Still Here3:33
- 16.Love Around the World3:25
Coolaid2016
- 1.Legend3:47
- 2.Ten Toes Down4:08
- 3.Don’t Stop3:41
- 4.Super Crip3:47
- 5.Coolaid Man3:27
- 6.Let Me See Em Up3:58
- 7.Point Seen Money Gone4:19
- 8.Oh Na Na3:22
- 9.My Carz3:37
- 10.Two or More3:53
- 11.Affiliated4:08
- 12.Feel About Snoop2:52
- 13.Light It Up4:32
- 14.Side Piece4:54
- 15.Kush Ups3:57
- 16.Double Tap3:18
- 17.Got Those3:32
- 18.Let the Beat Drop4:25
- 19.What If3:27
- 20.Revolution4:12
Cuzznz2015
- 1.Have U Eva3:50
- 2.N My System5:19
- 3.Six n'da Morning3:09
- 4.Pop Pop Bang3:44
- 5.Phenomonon3:39
- 6.Happy Birthday2:22
- 7.Dic Walk4:31
- 8.N My Life Tyme4:23
- 9.Bestfriend4:13
- 10.Sho You Right3:47
- 11.What's Yo Pleasure3:47
- 12.It's Not a Secret4:03
- 13.Keep'a N***a High3:31
- 14.We'll Miss U3:28
BUSH2015
- 1.California Roll4:12
- 2.This City3:34
- 3.R U A Freak3:46
- 4.Awake3:44
- 5.So Many Pros4:07
- 6.Peaches n Cream4:44
- 7.Edibles3:21
- 8.I Knew That4:00
- 9.Run Away5:14
- 10.I’m Ya Dogg4:38
Kush2014
- 1.Bad 4Me3:11
- 2.Let the K Spray3:04
- 3.All My Hoes3:38
- 4.RMM (Skit)2:06
- 5.Passenger Seat5:16
- 6.Because I'm Black3:24
- 7.Panties Off3:20
- 8.LA LA LA 2014 (Skit)2:23
- 9.No Regrets3:07
- 10.Ball Till We Ball4:17
Doggumentary2011
- 1.Toyz n da Hood2:41
- 2.The Way Life Used to Be3:44
- 3.My Own Way3:05
- 4.Wonder What It Do3:44
- 5.My Fucn House5:08
- 6.Peer Pressure4:07
- 7.I Don’t Need No Bitch3:59
- 8.Platinum4:29
- 9.Boom3:50
- 10.We Rest n Cali4:10
- 11.El Lay4:07
- 12.Gangbang Rookie3:46
- 13.This Weed Iz Mine3:43
- 14.Wet (remix)3:16
- 15.Take U Home3:55
- 16.Sumthin Like This Night3:38
- 17.Superman2:05
- 18.Eyez Closed5:03
- 19.Raised in da Hood3:39
- 20.It’s D Only Thang3:17
- 21.Cold Game3:50
Groove On2010
- 1.Groove On: Groove On5:59
- 2.Groove On: Groove On5:58
- 3.Groove On: Groove On5:29
- 4.Groove On: Groove On (Remady remix)3:21
- 5.Groove On: Groove On3:52
- 6.Groove On: Groove On3:52
- 7.Groove On: Groove On3:52
- 8.Groove On: Groove On3:45
- 9.Groove On: Groove On3:45
Malice n Wonderland2009
- 1.Intro0:13
- 2.I Wanna Rock3:55
- 3.2 Minute Warning1:53
- 4.18003:35
- 5.Different Languages4:44
- 6.Gangsta Luv4:16
- 7.Pronto4:57
- 8.That's tha Homie5:43
- 9.Upside Down4:44
- 10.Secrets4:53
- 11.Pimpin Ain't EZ4:12
- 12.Luv Drunk3:55
- 13.Special5:26
- 14.Outro1:31
Dubb Union2008
- 1.Hata Talk2:50
- 2.Welcome To The Majors!!3:41
- 3.Sign Language4:19
- 4.Western Union!!4:04
- 5.Dont Like You Girl4:18
- 6.We Both Know4:28
- 7.Dippin Thru!!4:30
- 8.Turn It Up4:22
- 9.Eusi Umoja (Interlude)1:18
- 10.Struggle4:27
- 11.Tear It Off4:14
- 12.Bacc Talk4:08
- 13.Dub You!!5:24
- 14.Miles Away!!4:09
- 15.Getting Mines4:21
- 16.Doggystyle West Fest Mix11:33
Ego Trippin’2008
- 1.A Word Witchya! (intro)1:20
- 2.Press Play3:49
- 3.SD Is Out3:50
- 4.Gangsta Like Me4:26
- 5.Neva Have 2 Worry4:18
- 6.Sexual Eruption4:00
- 7.Life of da Party4:24
- 8.Waste of Time3:33
- 9.Cool4:02
- 10.Sets Up3:27
- 11.Deez Hollywood Nights3:57
- 12.Whateva U Do3:46
- 13.Staxxx in My Jeans3:50
- 14.Been Around tha World3:10
- 15.Let It Out2:37
- 16.My Medicine2:39
- 17.Ridin’ in My Chevy3:15
- 18.Those Gurlz4:00
- 19.One Chance (Make It Good)3:33
- 20.Why Did You Leave Me4:07
- 21.Can’t Say Goodbye4:07
- 22.Nobody Better3:24
- 23.Shootem Up3:40
- 24.Walk Away4:07
Globalhead2007
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Tha Blue Carpet Treatment2006
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R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece2004
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Paid tha Cost to Be da Bo$$2002
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Duces ’n Trayz: The Old Fashioned Way2001
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Snoop Dogg presents Tha Eastsidaz2000
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Pleezbaleevit!2000
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Tha Last Meal2000
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No Limit Top Dogg1999
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Da Game Is to Be Sold, Not to Be Told1998
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Tha Doggfather1996
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Doggystyle1993
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For You2026
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Label
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- Death Row Records
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- Aftermath Entertainment
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- Interscope Records
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- Gamma
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- Create Music Group
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- Doggy Style Records
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- Empire Distribution
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- Def Jam Recordings
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- RCA Inspiration
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- MNRK Music Group
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- I Am Other
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- Columbia Records
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- RCA Records
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- MCA Records
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- Geffen Records
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- Star Trak Entertainment
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- Priority Records
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- Capitol Records
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- EMI
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- No Limit Records
Achievements
- Award
- MTV Video Music Award for Best Art Direction
- Award
- Time 100
- Award
- MTV Video Music Award for Best Rap Video
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- MTV Movie Award for Best Cameo
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- American Music Award for Favorite Rap/Hip-Hop Artist
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- BET Award for Best Collaboration
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- WWE Hall of Fame
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- star on Hollywood Walk of Fame
Groups
- 213current
- 9 Inch Dixcurrent
- Beats by Dre Bandcurrent
- DPGCcurrent
- Death Row Eastsidazcurrent
- Death Row Playersprincipalcurrent
- Doggy Style Allstarscurrent
- Doggy Style Allstarscurrent
- Doggy’s Angelsprincipalcurrent
- LBC Movementcurrent
- Lethal Interjection Crewcurrent
- Mount Westmorecurrent
- QDTcurrent
- Tha Eastsidazcurrent
- Tha Snoopadelicseponymous, lead vocalscurrent
- The Christmas All‐Starscurrent
- The No Limit Soldierscurrent
- West Coast Bad Boyzcurrent
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Identifiers & aliases
Also known as: Big Snoop Dogg, Bigg Snoop Dogg, Da Bigg Boss Dogg, Snoop, Snoop Doggy, Snoop Doggy Dog
Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., known professionally as Snoop Dogg, is an American rapper, singer, record producer, songwriter, and actor. A key figure in West Coast hip-hop, he helped define G-funk and gangsta rap, and is often regarded as one of the greatest rappers of all time. Known for his signature drawled delivery and melodic flow, his lyrics frequently address social issues such as recreational drug use and gun violence.
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