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Snoop Dogg
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Also known as Bigg Snoop Dogg, Snoop Lion, Calvin Broadus, Snoopzilla, Snoop Rock, Snoop Doggy Dogg, Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., Snoop

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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Snoop Dogg, born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr. in Long Beach, is an American rapper, singer, songwriter, and record producer. He was born on October 20, 1971, and holds United States citizenship. His musical work spans the genres of hip-hop, gangsta rap, contemporary R&B, and G-funk. Throughout his career, he has been associated with record labels including Death Row Records, Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records, and Doggy Style Records. He is also a member of the groups Tha Eastsidaz and 213.

The artist has released works such as *Snoop Dogg Presents Goon with the Spoon*, *From a Lil P to a Capital P*, *Rolling words*, *220*, and *Tha last meal*. He has received several awards, including the WWE Hall of Fame, the MTV Video Music Award for Best Rap Video, and the MTV Video Music Award for Best Art Direction. Additionally, he has a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and is recognized in the Time 100 collection. Snoop Dogg is a male with four children, and his relatives include Nate Dogg, Brandy Norwood, Ray J, and RBX.

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  • Snoop Dogg Presents Goon with the Spoon
  • From a Lil P to a Capital P
  • Rolling words
  • 220
  • Tha last meal

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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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