Reviews (page 6 of 12)
Love me some Snoop!
A ton of hits buried in between insane intermission and dialogues
Noice
Really enjoyed this but still feel like snoop is more of a meme than a musician
It is almost too smooth to be true
Way better than expected. Nice flow, lot's of fun
The actual tunes are awesome, once you cut through the intros and skits and everything.
I do love the flow in this record.
So well produced but a little too dirty for me
As R n B albums go, this was one of the best that I've listened to. Sure there's still a sprinkling of misogyny and narcissism but at no point did I feel as though it was taking itself too seriously, which is where most albums of this genre fall short.
As a teenager this would have defo been a 5 star rating, now I'm middle aged and slightly grumpy I'm knocking a star off for the stupid interludes and the misogyny
this fucks!!!!! 4.5
Listened to this while playing Inventions solo. I lost super hard. This album was pretty great...and I made sure to listen to it as Snoop intended...ha ha. My partner loves singing the radio skit from time to time.
Me ha encantado porque normalmente el rollo porrero me tira mucho para atrás, pero él consigue a la vez ser fumado y que quieras bailar. Es como Prince fumadísimo al 50% de velocidad.
Haven’t listened to in a while. Good to be reminded of DJ Eazyyyyy dick…. Threw one or two new songs on my rap playlist. I want to give this a 3 rating based on my all time list, but overall it still holds up.
Dope. Great synths.
The man has it all figured out, doesn’t he?
Love snoop's sound and delivery style. The production is totally on point, with dre at his peak. Way preferable to the chronic because the quality is tighter and the album feels more decisive in its style and content, even if there isn't as much purpose to it.
Lyrics: Snoop Dogg's lyrical style on "Doggystyle" is characterized by his signature blend of gangsta rap bravado, streetwise storytelling, and slick wordplay. His lyrics paint vivid pictures of life in Long Beach, California, often portraying the struggles and triumphs of street life. Tracks like "Gin and Juice" and "Murder Was the Case" showcase his ability to craft catchy hooks and memorable verses, while songs like "Ain't No Fun (If the Homies Can't Have None)" delve into themes of hedonism and camaraderie. Snoop's delivery is effortlessly cool, with a laid-back flow that perfectly complements Dre's production. Music: Musically, "Doggystyle" is a masterclass in West Coast hip-hop production. Dr. Dre's beats are characterized by their funky basslines, smooth synths, and crisp drum loops. Tracks like "Who Am I (What's My Name)?" and "Doggy Dogg World" are driven by infectious grooves that invite listeners to nod their heads along. The album also features samples from classic funk and soul records, adding depth and texture to the production. Production: Dr. Dre's production on "Doggystyle" is nothing short of stellar. His knack for crafting catchy melodies and infectious rhythms shines through on every track. The album's sound is cohesive and polished, with each beat perfectly complementing Snoop's laid-back delivery. Dre's use of samples is particularly noteworthy, as he seamlessly blends elements of funk, soul, and R&B to create a sound that is distinctly West Coast. Themes: Thematically, "Doggystyle" explores the realities of life in the streets, from the highs of partying and romance to the lows of violence and crime. Snoop Dogg's lyrics often depict a world where loyalty is prized above all else, where friendships are forged through shared experiences and alliances are tested in the heat of battle. While some tracks celebrate the joys of hedonism and excess, others delve into the harsh realities of poverty and oppression. Throughout it all, Snoop maintains a sense of authenticity and streetwise wisdom that resonates with listeners. Influence: "Doggystyle" had a profound influence on the landscape of hip-hop, both commercially and artistically. It solidified Snoop Dogg's status as a hip-hop icon and helped to popularize West Coast rap on a global scale. The album's smooth production and catchy hooks set a new standard for mainstream rap, influencing countless artists in the years that followed. Snoop's laid-back persona and charismatic delivery also helped to redefine the image of the gangsta rapper, paving the way for a new generation of artists to explore themes of street life and urban culture. Pros: Iconic Production: Dr. Dre's production on "Doggystyle" is widely regarded as some of the best in hip-hop history, setting a new standard for West Coast rap. Catchy Hooks: The album is packed with memorable hooks and catchy melodies that have become ingrained in popular culture. Authenticity: Snoop Dogg's lyrical style and persona exude authenticity, drawing listeners into his world with vivid storytelling and streetwise wisdom. Influence: "Doggystyle" had a lasting influence on the genre of hip-hop, shaping the sound and style of countless artists in the years that followed. Cons: Misogyny: Some critics have pointed out the album's misogynistic themes and lyrics, particularly on tracks like "Ain't No Fun (If the Homies Can't Have None)." Violence: The album also contains graphic depictions of violence and criminal activity, which may be off-putting to some listeners. Limited Range: While "Doggystyle" is undeniably a classic, some critics have argued that it lacks the lyrical depth and artistic experimentation of other hip-hop albums from the same era. In conclusion, "Doggystyle" stands as a landmark achievement in hip-hop history, showcasing Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre at the peak of their creative powers. With its iconic production, catchy hooks, and vivid storytelling, the album remains a timeless classic that continues to influence the genre to this day. However, it's not without its flaws, as some listeners may take issue with its portrayal of misogyny and violence. Nevertheless, "Doggystyle" remains essential listening for any fan of hip-hop music.
I was listening to this in the car driving the rough streets of suburban London and definitely felt like that scene in Office Space with Mike Bolton listening to tunes in traffic. However, I was not bold enough to have my windows down. All in all I had a good time with this album. Some of the lines are classic (“with so much drama in the LBC…”) and others make me blush (every part of “Ain’t no fun” … god damn!) Started to get repetitive but with so much goodness on here, I gotta rate high (like Snoop Dogg).
Was there any doubt Snoop’s debut would get less than 4*? There are some bangers on here for sure, though I felt the album was kind of one note…thankfully it was a note I enjoy. 3.75/5
Love Gin & Juice so much.
Nostalgia. Some absolute classics on this album, along with similar motifs of early 90s hip hop. The beat dropping into “what’s my name” will always get me.
Pleasantly surprised. Nice record. Still holds up and sounds fresh.
summertime vibey, funnn
I am not a hip hop listener but i like snoop and i think it's because he know what the average listener like, catchyness. The lyrical content is like every other rap album but the flow is more laidback and songs like "Gin and juice" are easy to get stuck in your head. I really like the beats, allot of nice sampling and the now classic hip hop synths. Overall a solid album beat and flow wise and i listened through it witout any skipping
-fun -good music -nothing mindblowing lyrically
Pretty good , pretty far off from what i usually listen to but it was a nice change. Wasnt always a fan of the diagetic audio but overall a pretty fun album
Dooe
I don’t know what Mr. Dogg was going for, but if there’s any inference to be made from the album title it’s that he only intended to write bangers. For someone who doesn’t listen to much rap and hip hop music, I’d say that he succeeded pretty well.
Snoop is no doubt one of the biggest voices in hip hop. Not only is this album incredibly influential, but his voice is so identifiable because of its smoothness. With Dre as producer, the project obviously has incredible production. Some classic Snoop songs on this album and it’s always a fun listen (I could do without some of the interludes). Only complaint is the lack of range both lyrically and emotionally. Not much going on besides Snoop being the best and having a good time in Cali. “Murder Was the Case” is the exception and turns out to be, in my opinion, one of the best songs on the album. 4/5
The platonic ideal of a G-Funk masterwork, pivotal for that whole nineties West Coast gangster scene. More fun and entertaining than *The Chronic*, actually. Hence its huge commercial success and the imprint it left in pop culture. *Doggystyle* is not *exactly* a rap masterpiece, firstly because Snoop Dogg is not a good enough storyteller for that, yet the man's nasal, skillfully laidback drawl is so irresistible and effective that you gotta be deaf to the whole hip hop umbrella genre not to hear its merits. Dr. Dre's production work is filled with all sorts of endearing details, a lot of them pillaging (but also revitalizing) the former P-Funk scene of Parliament, Funkadelic and the likes. And the tracklist is particularly strong up to legendary hit "What's My Name?", with highlights and bangers such as "Gin And Juice" and "Murder Was the Case". Too bad that the second part is a bit of a letdown musically speaking. "Ain't No Fun" is admittedly kinda catchy, but its mysoginistic antics are up to a such a cringeworthy level that they risk becoming unbearable. The two last tracks slap, though--even if the lyrics are no Shakespeare. Not that you listen to that sort of album to find Shakespeare-inspired lyrics anyway. 4/5 for the purposes of this list of "essential albums" (a *strong* 4). Which translates to a 9/10 grade for more general purposes (5+4). Number of albums left to review: 251 Number of albums from the list I find relevant enough to be mandatory listens: 327 (including this one) Albums from the list I *might* include in mine later on: 189 Albums from the list I won't include in mine (many other records are more important to me): 241
This is funky as SHIT. Great production, flow and tunes. It's also misogynistic as shit.
As I said about Travis yesterday, it is possible for an album to lack any real originality and still be great fun. A retread of the Chronics beats, and lots of referential lifts, the bars are mostly as expected, but that smooooth voice and a good sense of fun make it shine.
Early nineties naughty rap!
Snoop Dogg eah Fav tracks: Lodi Dodi What's my name
One of the quintessential G-funk West Coast records. A great showcase that encapsulates what makes Snoop such an iconic and memorable rapper, through his lax yet distinctively memorable flows while rapping about weed, sex, and rival gangs. There's also some great guest appearances from other West Coast rappers from the time. While some of these tracks a bit too drawn out for my liking and some of the lyrics most certainly have not aged well in some aspects (particularly some of the homophobia and sexism), Doggystyle is still perfectly fitting for the kind of rapper that Snoop would become from here on out. snoop doggy doggggggg
Not my favorite gangsta rap album, but I get the foundational elements of this record. Honestly, the Dre beats super cool and influential for kind of all hip hop after this. I also like how "chill" this record is compared to NWA or other early gangsta rap. While the lyrics are a bit silly and juvenile, I like how it just kind of flows and vibes. This is definitely smoke weed rap.
Before listening: Oh damn, I don't know what to think here. After listening: I think my main problem with Snoop Dogg is I really only remember him when he was a parody of himself, like Drop it Like It's Hot and Buttons. This album is amazing! What I really enjoyed from this album was how he references other rap songs, and then other rap songs that came later reference this record. It's like it's building a lore. This album was great and the other rap albums I've listened to on this list have also been amazing. It's good that there is some rap on this list; a list that is otherwise dominated by classic rock.
C'mon ... you know what this is
I'm a gangsterrr I'm a straight up gee
8/10 - 4/5 Didn't love a lot of the content, but the skits were interesting (bordering on fun). What got me was the SOUND. These are some amazing instrumentals, and some iconic songs. The second to last song has a fantastic instrumental. Wow.
This is an album that I've been aware of since I was a child, but I've never actually sat down and listened to, despite it's reputation as one of the crowning achievements of West Coast hip-hop. Looking through the track list, it makes sense. I know almost all of these songs, and all the ones I know are bangers. One of the most noticeable thing about this album is that the skits are short and integrated into the intro of the songs. I think this is before skits became the most obnoxious part of every rap album, but it's still nice to see it done tastefully. Dre's production on the album is stellar, just track after track of classic era G-funk. Snoop has a lot more narrative structure to his songs than most rap artists (e.g. Lodi Dodi, Murder Was the Case). He likes to tell a story with a chronology to it, which is cool 4/5 There are some times when this album starts to sag a little bit, partially because Dre's production style gets a little samey at times. It's always good, but listening to several tracks in a row causes them to start to blend together
Banger!!!
Great flow
This is an immensely fun album and not something I usually listen to. Will I listen to it again? Probably not. But I did enjoy listening to it all the same
Dr Dre is the most important artist of the last 50 years in my opinion and he’s in his prime on this one. Beats are an 11/10, snoop’s in his bag and the album starts incredibly strong but tails off a bit towards the end and most of the features are mediocre (except the incomparable Nate Dogg of course). Also the height of skits in rap albums which take more off the table than they add. 4.2/5
4.0 Songs are great, skits are not.
Almost a no skipper, Gin N Juice one of the best tracks of all time tbh. Funk influence and melodys are great. Bit repellant with the lyrics.
genius.
Classic. Many recognizable samples. Production value. Funk. Good one Snoop.
Rather enjoyed that actually!!
Funky beats, flow, u feel cool listening to it
-Every song has a great beat - none failed to get my head bopping. -Some songs were ruined for me personally due to the gross lyrics. -Loved the synth in some of the tracks.
I think this is really good, there's quite a bit of style switching (particularly liked the start of Ain't No Fun which sounds like what you'd get if you asked the Lighthouse Family to do gangsta), Snoop's flow is great and he creates a great character. There's so much here that gets referenced later, it's an absolute goldmine of inspiration for future rappers. Lyrics get painfully misogynistic in places, but that's par for the course for early 90s hiphop. Album flows really well, it's not overly skitted, and it isn't too long. 4/5.
Iconic. Classic. Not one I want to listen to on the reg and not my favourite hip hop from that era but a party album banger
Mind on my money and money on my mind
High 4. Great album
Classic gangsta rap. Snoop Dogg is just fantastic here. Not everything has aged super well, but it's that way with a lot of music. Standout tracks are "Gin and Juice," "Murder Was The Case," and "Ain't No Fun (If The Homies Can't Have None)." Loved hearing Nate Dogg on that last one. RIP.
Silly beyond belief but still way better than a lot of the stuff on this list.
4.1 - Can’t believe it took me this long to give this record a spin. Snoop Dogg’s cultural relevance continues to loom large and songs like “Gin and Juice” are still fool-proof dance classics.
G-funk from a 19-year-old Snoop? Filthy, but classic.
an all timer
I can usually do without skits but found the radio station ones entertaining. I know a lot of these songs, mostly the front half, pretty well and enjoyed this listen.
I'm not at all into gangsta culture so I'm not into the lyrics. But I can't deny that the grooves and delivery are great, so I'll somewhat reluctantly give it a higher rating.
Nostalgia and some classic songs buoy this album through the lesser tracks and cringey skits.
Iconic G-funk. Snoop's a legend.
Snoop's one good album. Easily the coldest song on here is Murder Was The Case, which features a deathly theme that Dr. Dre knocks out of the park. Really it's Dre who carries this whole album; Doggystyle might be his most memorable work to date. Snoop's contributions are mostly for his laid-back vocal style that compliments the G-funk sound. It's a consistent album but it's also incredibly tacky. My theory is that this is the highest level of quality snoop could hit because anything that would be more "serious" would just fall out of his wheelhouse. Snoop's whole thing is pretty goofy but he makes it work on this album so it ends up being solid.
Legendary for a reason. One of the greatest albums of all time. A lot of these tracks felt totally unfamiliar to me, so I'm not sure whether this was my first time listening all the way through.
speaking as an original gangster, it was a pleasure to spend 52 minutes in the company of DJ Saul T Nuts and crew with the Chronical bangers that brought the G-funk to the world
didn't listen to this one but then i changed my mind and went back to it. Was a lot of fun, i forgot snoop was kinda funny and actually a proper ganstga and stuff
tI enjoyed alot of this and I like it more than The Chronic. Lyrically it wavers a bit but I do like some humor mixed in when it is more clever than vulgar.
I personally likmed the album and although i don't have many musical opinions about it it just works
Ok, I agree it's lyrically problematic (apparently Dionne Warwick took Snoop to task over this), but the beats are great. Could lose the skits though.
This was playing in the background at every party in 1993 and sounded perfect. Still does if you're not listening to the lyrics. The cartoon gansta schtick has not aged well. Sounds like 12 year olds showing off. But Snoop's delivery is smooth and the vibe is still cool. A version with the verse vocals removed would be an improvement. Music/vibe - 5 Lyrics -1
Pohhh die overgang van Murder was the case naar Serial Killa
mf mf mf ......what about the seldom used sisterfucker and unclefucker?....
Really melodic. A lot of the songs are just really listenable.
Love how all the songs on this record flow like a complete piece. Creative beyond compare
Oh man, I've actually been thinking about this album lately, the fact that I haven't sat and listened to it yet but I knew it was on this list and we'd get there eventually. Snoop is a legend in the rap game, one of those guys with an inexplicable appeal and crossover to white audiences that has stood the test of time. Collabs with Martha Stewart and that smokeless firepit company are the examples that come to mind. Here, he's riding that G-funk pioneer wave, obviously produced by Dr. Dre, and it works like a charm. I'd put this right up there with the Chronic, and it's possible I like even more songs on here than I did from the Chronic. Snoop just helms this so well. Crazy how inconsistent his catalog is overall, but this is an undeniable classic. Close to a five star for me, but just shy. Was curious if this would be a favorite rap album of its year for me, but then I saw it was 1993, and that year saw Midnight Marauders and Enter the Wu-Tang drop ON THE SAME DAY. Stacked year. Favorite tracks: G Funk Intro, Gz and Hustlas, Gin and Juice, Tha Shiznit, Lodi Dodi, Murder was the Case, Who Am I, Ain't No Fun, Doggy Dog World, Gz Up Hoes Down. Album art: Definitely iconic, it's a colorful cartoon image but it's obviously sexually suggestive too. This one is just an all-timer for West Coast hip hop. 4.5/5
G funkt. Nate dogg and warren g. He dont love girls. Exactly right line of ignorant/clever to make rap classic
G Funk Era Snoop: Parliament/Funkadelic influence is crystal clear. Ain't no Funk is horrible, rest is good. Pump Pump reminds me of Cypress Hill. 3.69 per track
Lyrically this album isn't really my thing, and I don't really care for the skits between the songs. That being said, it sounds pretty good!
classic rap album, loved it but the skits were a little much
At the start of this album it made me wonder what happened to all the skits on Rap albums that was so prevalent during the 90's. As I finished the album it made me realize how much they bloat everything and make it a slog to get through, some are still great dont get me wrong! Anyway, fun album with some classic hits, hasnt aged terribly well but I still enjoyed most of it.
Lyrically it’s aged poorly and the beats get pretty samey as the album goes on and the fact that there isn’t some kind of radio segment to tie it all together at the end seems like an oversight… but this album is so fun! “I’m fresh up out my coma”
Snoop and Dr. Dre digests Parliament-Funkadelic samples in layers to enhance gangster rap with a relaxing oddball tone. Not quite as silly as Digital Underground who also based their albums on Parliament-Funkadelic samples. However, Snoop and Dr. Dre more thoroughly mix their influences and these samples to create party tracks that exude calm menace.
Dre's beats are a 6/5 Snoop's flow is a 5/5 Skits and subject matter are a 1/5 This is a really fun album but it's about as shallow as the kiddy pool. Misogynistic, braggadocios, and the skits are borderline obnoxious. Very typical of this era of hip hop and as a result I can slide that aspect of it under the rug to some extent. It's meant to be something you turn up to when you want to have a good time and it does that well. This album put a smile on my face this morning.
1. bathtub - 0 2. g funk intro - 1 3. gin n juice - 1.5 4. the zhiznit - 2 5. lodi dodi - 3 6. murder uuaz the caze - 1.5 7. zerial killa - 1.5 8. uuho am i - 3 9. for all my niggaz - 1 10. aint no fun - 2 11. doggy dog uuorld - 2 12. gz and huztlaz - 1 13. pump pump - 2
Definitely isn’t like a work of art as far rap goes, but it’s a super fun listen
Proper devil music, classic
I really like this album. love the 90s rap. I feel like 90s rappers paved the way for rap to be as big as it is today. I'm sure this album was a big part of that as well.
Snoop is the man he has probably my favorite rapping voice. Something about it just fits so perfectly. I am not normally a huge fan of early 90s rap but this album was awesome, the beats were never boring and the flow of the songs was great. Was trying to find a way to get this into a 4 the whole album, and Gz and Hustlas did just that. That was a legendary bassline the whole song.
Snoop is one of the best of all time. Great Gfunk vibes. The skits and interludes are stale and some of the content is cringey but the overall a fun listen.
love this older style of rap
This is a seminal g-funk album and is overall, a really fun listen. The beats are quintessential early 90s west coast rap. The funk influence is felt throughout along with the signature high synth that has become synonymous with the GTA soundtrack. Snoop himself has an iconic flow and his features are solid. We can split hairs over the portrayal of women and gang life, but the album remains an important document of that time both musically and socially.
Although hip-hop is not my thing, the album gets 4 stars. It's creative and fun.
Pretty good for a hip hop album
Great album, really dig the G-funk sound.
Interesting combination of melodic eloquence of depicting dark subject matter in gangster rap. Catchy beats that are quality Dre work and Snoop brings clarity in the delivery. Easy to see why this was so influential. Standouts are "Gin and Juice", "Who Am I (What's My Name)?", and "Tha Shiznit".
Lodi Dodi... 1993... Hypnotize 1996. I know it is sampled but... cannot but feel Notorious BIG heard Snoop's song and was not influenced!!
Smooth as gravy. Spooky, yet goofy. 4 stars ⭐️
This record is heat I loved the beats/instrumentals and the intros and bars were awesome and also pretty funny
Didn’t expect to know so many of the songs…
Funky and fun. Utterly ridiculous persona and story telling, but somewhat funny. It transports you to a time and place, very much of its era.
quite amazing!!
4 Actually really fucking good For a 90s rap album
Tussen de gekke skits door zitten een aantal pareltjes verborgen. Op onder andere 'Tha Shiznit' en 'Murder Was The Case' laat de man met wie ik m'n verjaardag deel horen dat 'ie echt wel kan rappen. Die eigenzinnige flow houdt het geheel overeind, want daardoor erger ik me er iets minder aan dat je toch wel duidelijk hoort dat dit een 90's album is. Dr Dre gebruikt wat mij betreft iets te vaak dat typische glijdende sine-achtige synth geluidje, wat me af en toe wel een beetje irriteert. De nummers die wat meer leunen op rap vind ik het best, ik heb niet zoveel met de zanglijntjes. Tussen de 3 en 4. Ik rond 'm omhoog af omdat ik dit net wat leuker vind dan The Chronic.
7/10, I enjoyed it but not sure how it fits into my current playlists or my rotation in general. That’s a me problem tho. Gin and juice is an obvious banger.
Hammer! '93 schon alles gehabt was Kanye West nie hatte - und nie haben wird. Groved wie sau, deepe lyrics - mitten aus dem Leben gegriffen. Erzeugt unfassbar den Bedarf beim cruisen locker die Uzi in der linken Hand locker ausm Fenster baumeln zu lassen. BIATCH!!
Auch wenn man kein Hiphop-Experte ist, erkennt man schnell, dass mit diesem Album Hiphop-Geschichte geschrieben wurde. Der Sound, die Samples, die Synths - alles sehr "classic" und eine große Inspiration für viele, die danach kamen. "Murder was the case" ist mein Hörtipp - der Flow ist einfach dope!
A few absolute jams on this album. A few that stink - he didn't find his groove on extreme sexually explicit lyrics until later in his career. This is my favourite era of Snoop Overall. Great album for a hot 4 stars.
First off, hilarious that this album came out almost 2 years before I was born. Bathtub intro was weird. I think that’s how intros used to be. Gin and Juice is a classic and deserves that, but just not for me. It’s very LA vibes. Tha Shiznit was a good 4th song following Gin and Juice. I liked the beat.
Top rap album.
It's ok, better when not paying attention to the lyrics 'cause some made me cringeee
90s rap is almost objectively the coolest kind of music.
Best rap album we’ve had so far. Super cool, super creative; really dug this one.
Dre babyyyy
I'm not the demographic so kind of missed all of this strand of music when it came out. This is a glorious piece of work. Languid, trippy, hip hop with a hook and I really enjoyed it.
The production is so good on this and Snoop’s flow is just unmatched. I remembered it being really fun but there’s also quite a bit of diversity with some more intense tracks like Murder is the Case. The record’s so good that people still like Snoop Dogg despite him not really dropping anything of note for the 30 years since
this album is very dated, but i found it's dated aspects entertaining. i think a big difference between my reaction to this dated type vs. jay z's blueprint was that this one felt more fun and less taking itself seriously. i'm sure that is because it is a debut rather than a career milestone, yet it still lended to a more enjoyable listening experience. this one is probably more like a 3.7 or whatever, but fuck fractions like that. four stars. i would for sure go back and spin this when i want some sorta goofy 90's G funk.
Top notch G Funk
Good party music for when you're drinking gin and juice and need to get your mind on your money and your money on your mind.
solid gangster album, paved a lot of toads
It was really fun! G-funk is cool, some of the lyrics were pretty silly but so is Snoop so it worked and I enjoyed it!
catchy... will be coming back to some songs for sure. Woof
A pretty good rap album from Snoop Dogg. Besides his most famous songs, I am not familiar with any of his albums. So this is my first time listening to any of Snoop Dogg's albums. I do enjoy the G-Funk beats that is famous during this era of rap music. The lyrics are an acquired taste, and you just have to understand the social conditions when this music came out. Also, the flow is too smooth! Favorite Song(s): "Serial Killa", "Gin and Juice", "Who Am I?", "Tha Shiznit"
Good album with laid back beats, flow and lyrics. Decently funny skits. Even fairly classy by gangster rap standards. Favorite tracks: G Funk Intro, Gz and Hustlas
Snoop has smooth voice and his lyrics are so crisp that you can’t help but love these songs. •Big Booty B*tch• Just went on a journey to find out who originally wrote the chorus from the song “Hypnotize Me” because it was in Snoops song “Lori Dodi”. So, turns out Snoop and Biggie Smalls used it from Slick Ricks “La di da-di”. Spent like 20minutes finding that info. He doesn’t talk about women like they’re people but… I guess it was a different time… still liked it. 7/10
Ah man it's soooooooo smooth. Of course I know others may get tired of the rap genre because the lyrics are ridiculous at times but man the rest is amazing. I knew a good amount of songs off this album but was shocked at how great most of the beats were. Early Snoop had such a way of rapping that comes off so articulate compared to his later stuff. There are a couple tracks that I would skip for sure but great album all around. 8/10
Every song was a bop
Very Groovy album. Incredible debut for Snoop. Absolute banger. My favourite song is Gz and Hustlas. My only gripe is the intro song Bathtub is so goofy.
Enjoyed this way more than I thought I was going to! Both this and the Ice Cube record from 92' have been massive surprises for me. Snoop's voice is so funny to me it's like he's rapping about gangster topics but his voice is so silly and whimsical it's hard not to just smile and enjoy. Dre's production on this is an absolute bop on most songs. Can't wait to re-listen.
Snoop is the GOAT, great fucking album!
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M-f'ing great and so m-f'ing cool, maybe the coolest of all hip-hop records, which is quite the achievement. Rich and vibey, with fun hooks and surprising turns galore. Snoop has an unforgettable voice and style and the beats are fantastic, well chosen and consistently groovy and surprising. The problems and shortcomings are endemic to the genre; gross sexism and misogyny; glorification of violence; the performative gangsta-ism, though apparently in his case it was more legit than that of others.
This is Gangsta Rap on prozac which is much better than Gansta Rap without prozac. I'll give Doggystyle some love for starting the West Coast Hip Hop genre.
I listened to this twice on the beach, and everything sounds better on the beach. I like the playfulness and the Parliament Funkadelic feel. I decided to re-listen to Dr. Dre and it was better than I remembered. The lyrics can be graphic, as in pornographic, & I’m usually not a fan of too much going on about bitches & hos but nonetheless this is a classic album.
one of the fun-est hip-hop albums ive heard. snoop doggy dog killed it
Excellent
Whilst I like hip hop, I've never been convinced that it was a genre of music that could lend itself to the album format This album has changed my mind. It flows, it's cohesive and every song is great.
Groovy
not my style
Good West Coast hip hop!
West coast classic
The music is high in the 4 star range. The lyrics about misogyny and gang life and stupid stuff like that definitely don't raise it to 5 star. Favorite song: Gz and Hustlas.
I enjoyed this more than I thought
Album that is a huge impact on many rappers that follow in his footsteps. Enjoyable listen.
Beats are good Lyrics are good Album is good Favourite tracks: G Funk Intro, Gin and Juice, Lodi Dodi, Who Am I, Doggy Dogg World
Snoop Doggy Dog
4.5/5 Take off half a point because its a little too silly lol. Really? Open with bathtub? Fuck it why not? Its the 90s babbbyyy. One of the first albums that made me fall in love with 90s hip hop. There are couple of songs sprinkled throughout that feels like Snoop just wanted an excuse to get some buddies in on the album. The songs that are good though, are so fucking incredible. Dr.Dre was top of the game in production and Doggystyle was the perfect place for him to screw around a bit. If songs like "Murda Was the Case" can make this suburban nerd feel like a unit, then you know it's some powerfully transformational music. Unfortunately, this album has, for good reason, come under some sexist complaints. Lots of 90's rap is misogynist and degrading to women. I don't think there is a great excuse to it, however I also don't think it should be something that is hidden to history. We can and should criticize the artists for such themes, but it needs to be analyzed under a wider microscope to why the culture may be more inviting to such a lack of respect towards women. I really wanna give this a 5 but there is just a few imperfections that either can't be looked over, or have been reevaluated by history to be in bad taste. Great album nonetheless.
Dope driving album
An incredibly fun, well written, project with snoops signature smooth and melodic voice; Doggystyle is a classic hip-hop album. Complimented with flawless features and smooth, rhythmic beats this album perfectly encapsulates the essence of being a west side gangster in 1993 L.A. The signature west side whistle synth, the smooth bass lines, panning vocals, comedic sketches, beat switches, all complimented by southern church organ and piano composition; the production on this album was and is to this day absolutely legendary.
Nice GTA san andreas vibes
Great! Some genre defining OG rap songs in there I like.
It’s Snoop.
Theres a reason this was one of the most anticipated albums of all time. And it certainly lived up to the hype. Revolutionary. Changed Hip Hop/Rap forever.
iconic
Love snoop, absolutely fire album but the fucking skits drive me insane
I was 10 when this came out and my parents refused to let me listen to it, understandably. Classic West Coast gangsta rap. Unapologetic. Hard to listen to at times due to the blatant misogyny, but I can appreciate the lyricism and clever flow. Snoop’s mission was to rap about surviving on the streets and bring it to the masses.
cool old school rap
Enjoyed the beats and flow more than I did the lyrics. 2nd listen through does win you over more.
Fuckinnnn huge.
The chronic part 2? Really smooth beats and melodies. The rap style of snoop can start to grate after a while. The bars are pretty simple.by modern standards. Still, a very enjoyable album.z Serial Killa is a great song
Great album and seriously funky 😎
Bra skiva
Nice
Nostalgic
An old favourite
Snoop has such a good funky flow to his tracks. One of the best.
Killer debut from snoop, good production that keeps the head bobbing
loll
7/10
Gin and Juice, not a fan of skits as part of the songs => when you want to listem the songs independently there are annoying but a lot of great songs
Very good
I've heard several Snoop Dogg songs over the years, but this was my first time listening to one of his albums. Overall, I thought this album was pretty good. Snoop's rapping was pretty good; I thought he had pretty good flow, and there's just something so distinct about his voice that makes his rapping enjoyable to listen to. I think it's that he sounds so relaxed, but so precise in his pronunciation that makes him stand out. I'm ashamed to admit that I laughed really hard at a lot of the interludes; the "W Balls" bit was particularly hilarious in my opinion. However, I thought the real winners here were the beats and production. I loved the psychedelic sound that was present on several tracks because it just meshes so well with Snoop's rapping and West Coast style. Overall, I thought this was great album. In addition to launching the career of a pop culture megasar, this album has had an enormous influence on popular music over the last thirty years.
Really cool old school 90's album, special mention for Gin and Juice
Pleasantly surprised! Don’t usually listen to hip-hop but this is a great record, fun and funny. Would only knock it points for some good old-fashioned misogyny.
Snoop has never been one of my favorite rappers but you can't deny that this one's a classic. It kinda gets repetitive as the albums goes on but it's so much fun that it doesn't matter.
An unbeatable classic of west coast hip-hop and gangsta sound. Dr Dre did an incredible job on this.
Really enjoyed it. Funny and clever
Snoop has good flow, but Dre's beats really make this album. Not my favorite subject matter, but hard to deny the music.
I think there are some good vibes on this album, but not every song is a hit
Always knew Gin and Juice, never really gave this a full shot as a front to back album but it’s damn good. All the songs are so funky and slick. This is fantastic party rap. Lyrics are SUPER misogynistic tho…can’t really avoid that one…kind of a turn off for songs like Lodi Dodi and Ain’t No Fun.
no skips except for the interludes
Nothing wrong with classic Snoop!
I'm arriving to the party 30 years late, but pretty great. Loses some points for heavy misogyny, even if I can see how it is reflective of a culture dealing with being socioeconomically trapped - still tough to listen to. But sometimes art is hard.
This album contains the same tiresome sexual bravado, misogyny, and glorification of murder that one hears in so much of this genre. The lyrics are in no way original. It comes with the territory. Disclaimer made. I noted in listening to Dr. Dre's The Chronic that Snoop Dogg was a highlight. He brought his strong qualities and presence here, and the funky beats and Snoop's smooth as silk voice made me enjoy this listen quite a bit and increased my cognitive dissonance in liking it.
Not surprised to see this album here, and I was keen to give it a listen. Snoop is definitely bringing his smooth style and catchy beats, but that wasn't enough for me to be dazzled today.
Yeah…
So much funk. Such a fun album from start to finish. Growing up we listened to mostly east coast rap, and when this album came out it was like nothing we had heard before.
This albums pretty good.It’s got like two bangers but the rest is just ok.It’s mainly carried by the beats.I love the g funk so much, I feel snoop doesn’t really do anything super interesting lyrically or delivery wise.Choruses aren’t amazing on most songs.But gin and juice and what’s my name are amazing.
HL: "Gin and Juice", "Lodi Dodi", "Murder Was the Case", "Who Am I" I'm not what you'd call a fan of gangsta rap. But G-Funk... well, I like g-funk. I will add though, despite the catchiness of the song itself, "Ain't No Fun" started to feel like misogyny for the sake of misogyny. Why must lyrics get in the way of a good song August 10, 2023
classic album. I'm not a rap expert, but you can feel from this album it's legendary quality. This is the genre's purest material.
Not a fan of the extreme misogyny, but Snoop’s flow has never been smoother. And those G-funk beats are perfection.
4/5 Best: Gin and Juice Worst: Lodi Dodi
Good music for the wannabe hustler in me. It makes me appreciate old hip hop where we had different flows and sounds vs the same of today.
7/10 there was some surprisingly good stuff here not a particularly memorable hip-hop album for me, but it was still generally good
I usually make it a point to seek out the original tracklist, but in this case, the generator gave me a version of this album that had no skits, so I left well enough alone. Just a classic West Coast G-Funk album. Best track: Gin and Juice
Snoop Dogg's breakthrough album still seems to hold up after nearly 30 years. Not my favorite style, but enjoyable none the less.
Great production, nice flow, good throwback to the 90s.
Good 90s hip hop album. Didn't get the chance to properly listen to it but will definitely revisit it
Alright I’ll cave - this is a 4. It’s a rap classic that hasn’t aged well. Misogynistic lyrics about rape and gang banging prevent this from being stone cold, some songs just sound comical and inappropriate to listen to now,. What I would have found exciting at 15-16 is now pretty bland and cringy. But the production and songs are still strong throughout, solid G-funk and Snoops best raps and hooks. He never attained this level of pure honest bliss again.
I like the funk influence, the bass lines, and his vocals are great as always. Have to put up with the gangsta crap: the violence and misogyny.
Rating: 8/10 Best songs: Gin and juice, Who am I?
Classic, in my line up came right after Dr Dre the chronic. Nice back to back.
Slaps
Dripping with style and swagger. Multiple stone cold classics on here. Snoops laid back style works perfectly with these g-funk instrumentals. Of course there is the requisite misogyny here, but maybe not in quite as reprehensible levels as some other records in the genre. Very easy to just bump along with this, and I wasn't frustrated by the longer running time. Fave track: Gz and Hustlas
4/5. A really enjoyable album. The beats are so infectious and Snoop’s flow feels laid back but passionate. None of the songs are bad but some of the songs are not necessarily perfect. It could go up to 5 but I’ll have to spin it a few more times which I will.
PREFS : G Funk Intro, Gin and Juice, Murder Was the Case, Who Am I?, Ain't No Fun, Doggy Dog World, Gz and Hustlas, Pump Pump MOINS PREF : For All My Niggaz & Bitches
Snoop Dogg has one of the most irresistible flows in rap — laidback and cool but with this fun, playful bounce. One of the most distinct voices in music. And the beats on this album are phenomenal, pretty much just as top-notch as anything on "The Chronic," released the previous year. Dr. Dre is so good as sampling these funk songs and turning them into rap anthems. "Gin and Juice" and "Who Am I? (What's My Name?)" are classics but really, all of these beats are excellent. Man, "Ain't No Fun" has a great, joyful party beat. It’s a shame that the lyrics are degrading, misogynistic b.s. I can deal with a little of that here and there but that song was too much. "Gz and Hustlas" is a personal favorite. I love the way that ice cream truck melody opens the song before the beat comes in. 4.5
A seminal album, such a product of its time, Amazing!
first listen dirty, misogynistic, and the coolest Dre production ever
8/10. The lyrics were held back by their utter inanity, and the fact that Snoop can only come up with like three dog-related sex jokes. That said, it sounded really fucking good most of the time. 8/10, great album to cook a massive pot of curry to.
G funk. 8/10
Is it vulgar? Yes. Does that make me like it any less? No, no it doesn't. Love the early 90s west coast hip hop and Snoops flow is so fun to listen to.
Classic, but man, I don't miss the era of rap albums having skits after every other track
I turned 16 in ‘93, so I have absolutely no excuse for not hearing this groundbreaking album while young and free. I heard the radio edit of Gin & Juice, and y was aware that snoop defined the hip hop scene in 94, but I’ll admit I‘m ashamed I missed this 30 years ago. Snoop has become an icon and this album is unapologetic west coast hip hop. 4.4/5
Not really my thing, but it grew on me through the second half of the album. Standout Tracks - Murder Was The Case - Ain't No Fun - Doggy Dogg World 4/1001 Listened 05/21/22
Classic hip hop
What a trip and a treat to go back and visit the debut album by the man who has got to be the most recognizable rapper in the world. Only, I can’t remember the last time I thought of Snoop, purely, as a rapper. This album is pretty good. Not great, overall. It’s a little too *funny*, maybe. Though sometimes I really dig the comedy! Like the opener, “Bathtub,” I really enjoyed. And the radio station potty humor bits are okay. Maybe it’s just long. Anyway…Dre’s production and the evolution of the west coast G-Funk sound coming off their work on The Chronic, paired with some essential gangster rap features from Lady of Rage, Warren G, The Dogg Pound, and others, and Snoop’s great lyrical work and flow, arriving in his debut as an artist fully-formed, makes Doggy Style, actually, yeah, great. I changed my mind. A song like “The Shiznit,” without any features or any real hook (besides some excellent sample choices—Billy Joel and P-Funk—and production from Dre), that offers nothing but pure bravado and bars from Snoop, really blew me away. And it all sounds really good. 4/5.
Dre and Snoop at the top of their game. I mean skip all the skits and just enjoy the ride.
Este disco es tremendo, lo escuché mil veces.
Snoop Dogg gives the impression of being a super chilled nice guy. I don’t know why, I’ve just always assumed he’d be a really cool guy to be friends with. I’m pretty sure I’ve only heard a few songs already so it will be fun to hear an album in full. Side note: I thought Snoop Lion was also such a fun side gig while it lasted. Songs I already knew: Gin and Juice, Who Am I Favourites: Who Am I, G Funk Intro First thing’s first: Who Am I is not a cover of the bombastic Jean Valjean song in Les Miserables. I don’t know if you expected it to be, but it’s not. Anyway, this album was so much fun… until it stopped being. I was having a fantastic time until the end of Who Am I, where it just seemed quite dull for the rest of the album. Until this point, I was loving everything, but these latter tracks left me feeling bored. I wasn’t expecting this at all from how it started, as the funk and that whistly synth, together with the vocals, sound excellent. It is still a pretty great album, but the perfection waned towards the end.
G funk is undeniable
I do feel a bit sorry for Snoop. Here in the UK, at least, he's become a novelty act, appearing in ads, in a way that feels just a teeny bit racist. I guess he's making lots of money. So it's easy to forget how he started out. This album just hits; that synth bass, the way his voice is mixed, the songwriting, it's all just so good, and it keeps moving and never feels too long. Admittedly, it's puerile in places, and Snoop does love rapping about his balls for some reason, but it's a reminder that he's one of the west coast's most talented rappers and not just a caricature used to sell fast food delivery services.
Great, classic old school Snoop. Just lacks a bit of something for me to call it a 5. 4.5
Ok, poor lyrics and cheesy skits. But snoops flow and dre's beats make this fun to listen to.
It's no wonder this and The Chronic changed the game of 90s hip hop. It's groovy and funky with accessible tracks. Many catchy classics with standout deep cuts. Dr Dre wins again with incredible production that shows you don't need samples. Snoop Dogg has a cool, laid-back voice, and his vocal techniques (e.g. his back-and-forth singing and rapping, his falsetto scats, change in tone) showcases his personality while maintaining flow. His collabs are good too, reflecting 90s R&B pop at the time, which is something I found disappointing in 2001. Only complaint that each song goes slightly longer than it should, and I got pretty annoyed by the long interludes in all the last few songs.
Funny I’d actually never listened to this before
It’s a west coast hip-hop classic for a reason. Snoop swaggers and sways through the 13 tracks here. Nailing every part of the gangsta rap attitude as you navigate through this your left feeling so much cooler than you started.
JP: FUNKY. It sounds sexual. In a devious way. This just sounds so different. Favs: Gin and Juice Murder was the case Overall: Its actually quite close to a 5. But not quite. Its a high 4 (8.7). Kind Regards, Taine Forster
With so much drama in the LBC, it’s kind of hard to give less than a 4, let alone a 3.
I listened to "The Chronic" just yesterday for this 1001 album project. This is another album that helped define the 90's West Coast sound and so-called "gangsta rap" as well. I've always enjoyed this album, though there are so many skits that it can break up the flow of the music. Even if you don't like rap, I think this is an album that must be heard due to it being Snoop's debut and how it furthers the 90's West Coast sound.
Very nice introduction to the Dogg world.
Nice
I’d heard some of these songs before and always liked them. Love the way the vocals are performed and the music is great.
Haven't heard this in a long, long time. Kinda forgot that it exists - I know Snoop is actually a rapper, but he's become a bit more than that in his celebrity. What's my name was the first song of his I heard. He uses a lot of Ice Cube-isms here, his inflection at the end of lines being an obvious one. But he has a distinctive voice and flow, and those Dre beats are just smooth as butter. The skits have aged like milk, and I'm sure at some point he'll get cancelled for the lyrics, but he'll probably be one of the last so he's got a while. Overall I really enjoyed it. Not perfect but still some of the best the mid 90s had to offer. 4/5.
It's got dem skiz-its. Does a pretty good job of transitioning from skit to song and dre did a good job with production. Some of the lyrics are a little weak and old school, but not bad for 93.
A classic held back by too many skits. While I love rap, I seldom choose to listen to most rap albums in full over, say, metal due to all the damn skits. Also, misogyny, but what else should you expect from the G-funk era? Still, Snoop never sounded better. He already stole The Chronic, and he goes all out here. Close to a masterpiece, but not quite. B
Snoooooooop. Doggystyle has one of the best rap songs of all time in gin and juice. A lot of the album is pretty awesome as well with heavy stylings of g funk. Snoop is always best when he has a feature with him but this album is definitely his best overall with the best production and lyricism. A true classic 90s rap album that made snoop Dogg more than just a Dr. Dre sidekick. 8.2/10
31st March 2023 Listened throughout the weekend, mainly worked on kitchen stuff with mum and dad. Classic 90s rap and hip hop from the DOGG.
Ein af fáum hip-hop plötum sem ég hlustaði á þegar hún var nýkomin út, svolítil nostalgía þess vegna. En mér finnst hún enn skemmtlileg.
Snoop is so likable. Lots of good songs here.
For the genre, this is one of the best.
- Love the G-Funk vibe - Effortless flow and classic voice - All around an enjoyable listen
Started out weird but had some good beats overall. Classic 90's party tunes: Gin and Juice and Who Am I (What's My Name)? A little long, lyrically a little off color, but otherwise decent. (3)
I really like the classic hip-hop albums, but this was a bit too much, too stereotypical for me, especially towards the end. Still very amusing to listen to, but not excellent. 3/5
Some great g funk, a couple of banging gangster rap tracks and some slick rhymes. Good album that suffers in its rating from too much filler.
Good but not really my thing
The flow and rhythm is great yet there's something I feel that's missing; it might be the misogynistic tone/words or something else
Fun, some absolute heat - some skippable songs
Novelty act
I actually really enjoyed this album. Goes deeper and gets much better than just gin and juice.
Beats are kinda tuff and fresh. Can't and won't relate to the gangsta life though (3-3.5).
Enjoyed this album by The Snoop, he’s a bit underrated in my book
Catchy, goofy music
Damn this is so good.
On the one hand, it’s Snoop D-O-double G. He has swag plus precise and smooth lyrical delivery. But on the other hand, there are so many questionable lyrics.
Funny you listen to this record and yet like today he is a national treasure all over the morning talk shows. Kids choice awards. It’s really kind of strange and really shows what posers all these rapper and rock stars are with gangster and edgy attitudes. Musically it’s fine.
Not his best but set his sound
It's pretty good, fun listen, but kind of immature in a slightly offputting way
Beat est excellent, les Lyrics ont très mal vieillies.
This album came out when I was 16 and it's influence on me and my friends and my high school experience was huge. The Chronic brought the g-funk first, and then this follow-up put the LA sound on top. While the Chronic spent it's times talking about Easy E, this album is all about girls, parties, and fighting. Snoop's flows were unlike anything we'd heard. Listening now, Snoop's lyrics and rhymes are definitely simple but also easy to listen to and easy to sing along with. Lady of Rage is much more of a standout now then she was then, especially kicking off the record. This record is thankfully short on skits which for me are the worst parts of 90's hip hop.
I said nothing about The Chronic and will do the same here. Both were and have aged the same.
Pra quem gosta de hip hop das antigas e odeia mulheres vai achar mt bom. Pra mim é ok
Recorded at a time where there is a divergence in hip hop. Tribe, Arrested Development and countless others were bringing contiousness and humanity to hip-hop, Snoop and co were stoking the flames of stupidity knowing drama, violence and mysogany sells. It also lacks the intelligence of Wu-Tang's anger and violence. The production is outstanding. Never my favourite hip hop album, but still a classic. I still wish the good guys had won though as this was the doors opening to the sess pit that mainstream hip-hop became and the start of a decent into parody.
I made it my mission to gun for this record after a sabbatical.. This album still has HITS on it, and tracks still sound incredible. I feel like I can deal with the bragadious bars; but fair bit of this is just somewhat embarrassing to listen to. The skits are part of that - but it's also part of the era the record is steeped in. It is tricky to square some of this off, but I was dancing by myself to a couple of tracks on this - it is still pretty good. 3.5
Easier than other hip hop to listen and different than East Coast hip hop.
Could not take it seriously but some grooves but mostly headache inducing
pretty classic west coast, g-funk, influential gansta rap album, not the diggiest but a fine time.
not my genre. love snoop tho
i enjoyed the album and continued to listen to similar songs after it.
Overall Doggystyle is a pretty entertaining album. All the dog jokes get lame pretty fast though and goddammmmmn I hate sketches on albums. Snoop has an undeniable swagger and flow though. It's solid for a debut album, although he featured so much on the Chronic, I feel like that was basically Snoop's first record. It's just catchy and good, love all the synth and goth-ass bells sprinkled in, it's so distinct. Lyrically, eh, yeah it's pretty gross. These dudes loved singing about their dicks. Standout tracks on this listen were "Gin and Juice" "Lodi Dodi" and "Murder was the Case" This one is probably a 7/10 for me. Pretty good and influential for sure, just not my preference and probably won't listen to all the way through ever again.
It wasn’t a terrible 90s hip hop album, I think it was decent. At least it wasn’t over an hour.
….i know it’s a classic but it’s the exact kind of hip hop I don’t care for.
I was 12/13 years old when this came out. I was at a sleepover with my cousin and we snagged this cassette from her older sisters room. We didn't have the insert with the lyrics so we listened to this on repeat, starting and stopping it whilst transcribing all the lyrics. I saw someone else say this is both 1 star and 5 stars. The lyrics are cringe and aged like milk. But those beats, that flow? So smooth. And that track with the Lady of Rage? Fucking sick.
The beats are sick but the lyrics aged like milk, for the most part
Smooth flow. Iconic. Not my vibe though.
Snoop shifts from laugh-out-loud stuff to deeply serious stuff pretty nimbly, but a lot of the humor hasn't aged well, and this was kind of a rough listen. "Ain't No Fun" is still a crazy delight, though.
Pretty easy listen but kinda repetitive at times. Makes sense why people like it but not my personal favorite
Never sat very easily with me. Always felt demeaning. The skits are as basic as the sleeve art, though (as you might expect), much of the G-funk production on the actual main tracks is excellent. Snoop's voice is great and even though he's never been a top-tier wordsmith, he certainly knows how to devise and deliver some catchy hooklines. But overall the vibe is puerile and undermines race and gender relations through doubling-down on some seriously backward tropes. Ironic as iirc, Snoop's agent was/is a woman? Maybe I'm just too uptight for this shizz but I would never play this in public as it would be an embarrassment. Played big with the 14-year old whiteboy contingent in the 90s - and probably still does for all I know... but who the hell wants that?
The misogynistic critiques are valid, but at the end of the day this album came from a certain point in time and culture. This album is kind of just fun if you don’t take it too seriously. 3/5
Doggystyle remains a timeless hip-hop album, celebrated for its smooth G-Funk production, Snoop Dogg’s charismatic and versatile flow, and its cultural impact on West Coast rap. It is widely regarded as a mandatory listen for hip-hop enthusiasts and a defining record of the 1990s. That said beyond Gin & Juice and What's My Name (two banger hits) there's nothing else noteworthy. Lyrical flow is fantastic but the degradation of women is telling about misogyny in the hood.
Definitely digging his grooves, chilling me right out - but a lot of it is too mucky and sweary even for me!! 🤣
Snoop Dog following Neil Young has to be some cosmic coincidence; a joke some entity in a higher plane thought would funny. Not gonna lie, it is funny. G-funk feels as far from Folk Rock as one can get. Anyway, the album is oozing G-funk with Snoop's vocals providing this essential element to all the tracks. His unique vocals is the definite highlight of the whole piece. Removal of his vocals, replacing them with someone else, would loss so much of the quality the album brings. His performance is what drives so much of the tracks and overall rhythm in each. Very fun to listen to and the supporting vocals from the other performers add more to highlight his style. The choruses are catchy but the lyrics don't do anything for me. I recognize that this comes from me not being in proximity of the culture and history of gangsta rap or west-coast hip-hop—isolated northern Canada will do that I guess—so the lyrics are exactly as one would expect from an album like this. Though, the delivery is good from what I can observe. Gangsta-rap's lyrical style isn't something that bothers me too much; it's something I usually can get behind as in some instances the absurdity from the lyrics can sometimes be fun to explore. I got some of that. Some. People will see the album called "Doggystyle" and wonder why it's so vulgar and misogynistic. Yeah. Fork found in kitchen, Full Moon floating in the night sky, antisemitism in Israel, and something about the U.S and pedophile presidents, et-cetera et-cetera. T3: Gin and Juice, Doggy Dogg World, Lodi Dodi
Good atmosphere with this album feels immersive the beats are so nice but Dr Dre so that’s expected, cheeky too really does sound like the 90s
That was a fun album, wasn't intently listening, but there's a reason Snnop Dogg has been around for a long time.
Brought me back to high school with this one… although, I think I mentioned before, I sometimes cringe at the lyrics (which is weird since it isn’t a moral issue… just seems lazy 😬). But I still bop to this shit. 3.3
Meh
Better than The Chronic. Very George Clinton inspired.
Not picnic basket. Picnic casket 😭. bunky boppy fun Beats by Dre I think. didn't really get to sink my teeth into this like the past albums. Hating on Coltrane took a lot out of me because he is so good. This was good front to back, and cohesive, which is at least a three. cant go above that because at four I have the white album and this is not as good as the white album. or is it?
I liked this much more than I thought I would. For how ubiquitous he is, I never really listened to Snoop Dogg’s music and I quickly realized how good he was. Dre’s production was so good too
Nice swing to the music and Snopp is quite self-deprecating but the songs aren’t really about anything.
I hate the fact that some of the early rap has just stupid lyrics, kinda like how trap is right now. But nevertheless, I love the way Snoop raps, and the beats are really funky and cool. I liked the vibe of it, if it had different lyrics this would have had a higher ranking.
Fire but also ew
Classic and pushes the envelope for the time. Like all skit s these don’t hit
Heard before, makes sense why this put him on the map. Just a shame he didnt keep dropping music like this
Good for it's time.