Snoop Dogg
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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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Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., known professionally by pseudonyms including Snoop Dogg and Snoop Lion, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. Born in Long Beach in 1971, he is a citizen of the United States and speaks African American English. His musical career spans genres such as hip-hop, gangsta rap, contemporary R&B, and G-funk. He has released music under record labels including Death Row Records, Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records, and Doggy Style Records.
Broadus is a member of the groups Tha Eastsidaz and 213. His relatives include Nate Dogg, Brandy Norwood, Ray J, and RBX. He has received awards such as the WWE Hall of Fame induction and MTV Video Music Awards for Best Rap Video and Best Art Direction. He also holds a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and has been recognized in the Time 100 collection. His personal interests include cannabis culture, and he identifies with Rastafari and Christianity.
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Discography
- Over the Counter1991
- Doggystyle1993
- What’s My Name?1993
- Doggy Dogg World1994
- Gin & Juice1994
- Snoop’s Upside Ya Head1996
- Tha Doggfather1996
- Tha Doggfather1997
- Vapors1997
- We Just Wanna Party With You1997
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Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr. (born October 20, 1971), 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.
He rose to prominence in 1992 through his collaborations with Dr. Dre, first on the single "Deep Cover" and later on The Chronic, including "Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang". Produced by Dr. Dre, his debut album Doggystyle (1993) debuted atop the Billboard 200 with 806,000 copies sold in its first week. The album spawned the hit singles "What's My Name?" and "Gin and Juice", later receiving quadruple platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). His second album, Tha Doggfather (1996), also debuted at number one.
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