Artist profile
Snoop Dogg
Snoop Dogg (born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr. on October 20, 1971) is an iconic American rapper, songwriter, producer, actor, and entrepreneur. He is globally recognized for his signature laid-back rapping flow and his status as a pioneer of West Coast hip-hop.
🎵 Music Career & Legacy
- The Breakthrough: Discovered by Dr. Dre in 1992, featuring heavily on Dre's legendary album The Chronic.
- Debut Masterpiece: Released his first album, Doggystyle, in 1993, which debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 and sold nearly a million copies in its first week.
- Signature Hits: Famous for global anthems like "Gin and Juice", "Drop It Like It's Hot", "The Next Episode", and "Young, Wild & Free".
- Recent Releases: Remains highly prolific, recently dropping albums such as Missionary, Iz It a Crime?, and 10 Til' Midnight.
💼 Business & Pop Culture Influence
- Owning Death Row: In 2022, he acquired Death Row Records, the very record label that launched his career in the 1990s.
- Entrepreneurship: Holds a massive business portfolio including Casa Verde Capital (marijuana investment), a gin brand with Dr. Dre called "Still G.I.N", and sports investments like Swansea City AFC.
- Media Personality: Known for his unexpected, viral friendship and cooking shows with Martha Stewart.
- Global Icon: Served as a torchbearer for the 2024 Paris Olympics and was named the first-ever Honorary Coach and Captain for Team USA at the 2026 Winter Olympics. He also received the 2026 Citizen Artist Award for his community work.
