Snoop Dogg: A West Coast Rap Legend

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Snoop Dogg, born Cordozar Calvin Broadus Jr. on October 20, 1971, is a West Coast rapper who has left an indelible mark on the music industry. His evolution under the tutelage of Dr. Dre led to global fame, tens of millions of record sales, and a multifaceted career in movies and TV.


  • Early Life and Musical Beginnings

Snoop Dogg’s nickname came from his mother, who thought he looked like Snoopy from the Peanuts cartoon. Growing up in Long Beach, California, he played piano and sang at his local Baptist church. However, his life took a different turn, and he was arrested several times for drug possession and associated with the Rollin’ 20 Crips Gang. Music became his way out of trouble, and he recorded early demos with his cousin Nate Dogg and friend Warren G as the group 213.

  • Collaboration with Dr. Dre and Breakthrough

Dr. Dre discovered Snoop Dogg’s talent, and they collaborated on the song “Deep Cover” for the soundtrack of a film with the same name. Snoop became the key rapper on Dre’s hugely successful first solo album, The Chronic, in 1992. His distinctive voice and laid-back style resonated with hip-hop fans, making him an icon.

  • Hit Albums: ‘Doggystyle’ & ‘Tha Doggfather’

Snoop’s debut album, Doggystyle (1993), produced by Dr. Dre, climbed to the No. 1 spot on Billboard’s hip-hop and Top 200 charts. Hits like “Who Am I (What’s My Name)?” and “Gin and Juice” solidified his status. His next album, Tha Doggfather (1996), also reached the top of the charts, despite Dre’s absence due to a contract dispute.

  • Branching Out: From Rapper to Actor to Reality Star

Snoop Dogg expanded his career beyond music. He starred in a short film called Murder Was the Case, and its soundtrack went double platinum. He ventured into acting, appearing in films and television shows. His reality show, Snoop Dogg’s Father Hood, gave fans a glimpse into his personal life.

  • Legal Issues, Banned From the U.K. & Australia

  1. Snoop Dogg faced legal challenges, including arrests and prison time. He was also banned from entering the U.K. and Australia due to his criminal record.

  3. Changing His Name to Snoop Lion and Cannabis Business
  4. In 2012, Snoop Dogg adopted the name Snoop Lion for his reggae project. He also became a prominent figure in the cannabis industry, launching his own brand of marijuana products.

  • More Music and Screen Roles

Snoop Dogg continued to release music, collaborate with artists, and explore different genres. His screen roles included acting in movies and hosting shows like Snoop Dogg’s Joker’s Wild.

  • Personal Life and Wife

  1. Snoop Dogg has been married to Shante Broadus since 1997. They have several children together.
  2. From his early days in Long Beach to global stardom, Snoop Dogg’s journey remains extraordinary. His legacy as a West Coast rap legend continues to resonate with fans worldwide