Fans of Snoop Dogg will recognize his vast discography with plenty of great songs to choose from – it can be difficult to select just one favorite!
To help you make a decision, we’ve compiled an array of some of his greatest songs. From classic club hits to soulful collaborations, there’s something here for everyone!
Ups & Downs/Bang Out
Ups & Downs/Bang Out is an upbeat single featuring Snoop, Jay Z, Warren G and Nate Dogg – with one of hip-hop history’s longest title sequences. It also utilizes clever engineering to assemble familiar musical components to recreate Snoop’s most legendary night out. Although slightly short in length and featuring some missteps along the way, Ups & Downs/Bang Out stands as one of Snoop’s strongest releases to date with some criticizing it as his most sophisticated release to date while usurping previous record holder for most tracks in a single album.
Gin & Juice
Snoop Dogg is one of the most renowned and successful rappers in history with 19 albums to his credit. Recently, he released his 19th album ‘Bacc on Death Row’ and it appears that he’s back making dope music.
Snoop Dogg’s career has had some ups and downs since 1993, but his latest record still holds up as an excellent West Coast rap record and definitely worth checking out if you are a fan. Snoop has always been known for his lyrical ability and on this album, he continues to deliver some of his finest work yet.
The album opens with the infectious track ‘Gin and Juice,’ an obvious tribute to gin. Snoop Dogg raps about his affinity for this popular spirit in this one of music’s most beloved songs.
He then continues to discuss his wild parties where he had plenty of sex and people wouldn’t leave until they “went home.” The lyrics are highly explicit, making for an exciting listen as you can tell that this tune definitely grabs your attention.
Snoop Dogg was just 23 when he released this song and it quickly gained notoriety as his first hit single and an influential force in popular culture, ushering in the “Gin and Juice” trend.
Gin & Juice was one of the original highballs to gain mainstream appeal, made with 1 part gin to 3 parts juice that’s easy to prepare.
Super Socco cocktail: Snoop Dogg created it, but other types of juice can be substituted to suit your preference. Gin and orange juice combine for a refreshing cocktail – perfect if you’re in search of something refreshing!
This cocktail has a smooth gin flavor with just enough sweetness to complement the citrus fruit juices in it. It’s refreshingly light, making it ideal for a warm weather day.
Nuthin’ But A G Thang
The Long Beach rapper is a legendary figure in hip-hop culture, known for his funky West Coast rhymes and relaxed delivery. He began his career as one of the biggest MCs in the industry back in the early 1990s when Dr. Dre featured him on ‘Deep Cover’.
After the release of his debut album, he quickly gained notoriety as a hip hop star. His G-funk style formed the basis of his soundscape which earned him major commercial success and helped bring gangster rap into mainstream consciousness.
Nuthin’ But A G Thang’, released in 1992 and widely considered one of the greatest hip-hop songs ever, was also inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame’s 500 Songs that Shaped Music category.
It has a catchy bassline and slow, soothing raps. The song became hugely popular with both mainstream audiences and radio listeners alike; it has sold over 2 million copies worldwide and earned platinum certification in the US.
This song has been featured in numerous movies and television shows, most notably as the theme song for 1992’s ‘Deep Cover’ which featured Snoop Dogg as one of its main characters.
Snoop Dogg is an iconic figure in hip-hop, renowned for his distinct tone and West Coast raps. He has earned numerous awards and been a hugely successful artist who has achieved significant commercial success as well.
Snoop Dogg is one of the most beloved MCs in hip-hop music, his music being played on radio stations around the globe. Additionally, he’s an award-winning singer-songwriter with some of hip-hop history’s biggest hits to his credit.
The Next Episode
This song has been around for some time now and it remains one of Snoop Dogg’s finest works of art. It features an incredible lead guitar performance from Snoop and features many high-flying performers courtesy of producer Dre. This song, clocking in at just over two minutes, packs a lot of punch for its money. What’s even better is that with each repetition you get even better. Snoop Dogg had great success with the single and has since performed it live several times including during his Up In Smoke tour from 2000. For music connoisseurs, The Next Big Thing is an undisputed classic. It’s hard not to get carried away dancing along to its infectious beats. Even after all these years, The Next Big Thing still has a loyal following and continues to be played occasionally at Snoop Dogg shows. Make sure you add it to your rotation – you won’t regret it!