27 Best Snoop Dogg Songs EVER

Snoop Dog's career has spanned three decades and seen the performer rise from gangsta rap star to full-blown household name.

Whether you know him as Tha Doggfather or as Martha Stewart's cooking co-host, you'll fo shizzle want to keep reading for our list of the best Snoop Dog songs.

“Sensual Seduction”

Song year: 2008

Snoop Dogg pays homage to funk pioneer Roger Troutman in his single “Sensual Seduction.”The song is a censored version of the original “Sexual Eruption,” which was tamed slightly to help record sales, and it worked. The song rose to number seven on the Billboard charts.

Through heavily auto-tuned vocals, Snoop Dogg takes Troutman's influence on G-funk and West Coast hip hop from sampling to straight imitation. The music video for the song takes inspiration from the aesthetic of Troutman and his band, Zapp.

“Gin and Juice”

Song year: 1993

With classic G-funk production from Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg's “Gin and Juice” cracked the Billboard top ten and earned a Grammy Award nomination. If you're looking for the quintessential West Coast hip-hop sound, this song is G-funk by the numbers.

Snoop Dogg's typical lyrical fare is all here: sex, drugs, and money. The focus on life's excesses and vices makes “Gin and Juice” relatable to a broad audience. There are many covers of the song by artists outside of the hip-hop world, including Paul Simon.

“Who Am I? (What’s My Name)”

Song year: 1993

“Who Am I? (What's My Name)” was the song that kicked off Snoop Dog's solo rap career. The first single from his album Doggystyle was a runaway success, climbing into the top ten of the Billboard charts. For its sound and introduction to Snoop Dogg, “Who Am I?” has been named one of the greatest songs of all time.

With Dr. Dre as producer, the song is brimming with funk samples. This sound is a trademark of G-funk and one that Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg would revolutionize. The samples in “What's My Name?” are pulled from George Clinton, Parliament, and Funkadelic.

“Still D.R.E.” Dr. Dre ft. Snoop Dog

Song year: 1999

Snoop Dogg's feature on Dr. Dre's comeback single “Still D.R.E.” was instrumental in eliciting the right tone of style and credibility for the song. As Snoop Dogg raps on Dr. Dre's first single, “Deep Cover,” his inclusion on Dr. Dre's comeback was equal parts nostalgia and an ode to their continuing partnership.

Dr. Dre had not released an album for seven years, so both Dr. Dre and Snoop Dog's lyrics on the song come courtesy of Jay Z, who was chosen as a ghostwriter for the track to ensure quality.

“Drop It Like It’s Hot” ft. Pharrell Williams

Song year: 2004

Over a decade into his illustrious career, Snoop Dogg finally topped the Billboard Hot 100 with “Drop It Like It's Hot.” The song is one of many fruitful collaborations between Snoop and producers The Neptunes. In addition to producing, The Neptunes' Pharrell Williams lends his vocal talents to the track.

The song's spartan production utilized white noise, a drum machine, and tongue clicks. Its immense popularity garnered a Grammy Award nomination. In 2009, Billboard named the song the most popular rap track of the '00s.

“Beautiful” ft. Pharrell Williams & Uncle Charlie Wilson

Song year: 2003

Thanks in part to the incredibly catchy hook sung by Pharrell Williams, Snoop Dogg's single “Beautiful” was an international pop hit. The production of the song comes from the duo The Neptunes.

Williams did not think “Beautiful” would be a hit, but Snoop Dogg insisted that the song was a single. After adding Charlie Wilson to the track and filming an exotic music video that played heavily on MTV, the single would go on to massive success.

“Nuthin’ But A G Thang” by Dr. Dre ft. Snoop Dogg

Song year: 1992

Dr. Dre and Snoop Dog's single “Nuthin' but a ‘G' Thang” signaled to the world that West Coast hip hop was taking over. The track hit the second spot on the Billboard Hot 100 and charted globally.

The song was a mission statement for the G-funk sound, with its funk sample serving as the base for Dre's aggressive style and Snoop's laidback flow. “Nuthin' but a ‘G' Thang” was selected as one of the 500 songs that shaped rock and roll by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

“California Roll” ft. Stevie Wonder & Pharrell Williams

Song year: 2010

It's only appropriate that Snoop Dogg, a hip hop artist that's synonymous with California, would pen a song dedicated to the Golden State. But if there's one thing that Snoop might be better known for, it's his outspoken use of marijuana.

So in typical fashion, he masterfully combined the two in his single, “California Roll.”

Using the popular sushi roll as a metaphor for rolling a joint, Snoop Dogg takes the listener on a tour of L.A., from Venice to the Valley.

“Young, Wild and Free” w/ Wiz Khalifa ft. Bruno Mars

Song year: 2011

Bruno Mars lent his vintage pop magic to the Snoop Dogg and Wiz Khalifa single “Young, Wild, & Free.” Recorded for the soundtrack to the movie Mac & Devin Go to High School, the song became an inescapable radio hit and sold millions of copies.

In addition to performing on the movie's soundtrack, Snoop Dogg stars in Mack & Devin Go to High School. The film about high school stoners did not receive good reviews. But thankfully, the movie gave us one of the best Snoop Dogg tracks of the '10s.

“Ain’t No Fun” ft. Nate Dogg & Kurupt

Song year: 1993

Snoop Dogg's career has benefitted from collaborations with many award-winning artists, often helping to smooth the edges of Snoop Dogg's gangsta aesthetic. However, his work with singer and rapper Nate Dogg fully leaned into Snoop's sensibilities.

Nate Dogg, known as the King of Hooks, lends Doggystyle's “Ain't No Fun” a little bit of soul. This debauched tale of lust wasn't released as a single but is a fan favorite and classic Snoop Dogg deep cut.

“Vato” ft. B-Real

Song year: 2006

Snoop Dog teams up with Cypress Hill rapper B-Real on his Latin-inflected single, “Vato.” The term vato is slang in the Chicano community for homie. In that spirit, Snoop Dogg uses the song and its accompanying video for a call for unity between the Black and Hispanic communities in L.A.

The song features production from frequent Snoop collaborators, The Neptunes. They combine their modern aesthetic with elements of Snoop's earlier G-funk sound.

“The Next Episode” by Dr. Dre ft. Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, & Nate Dogg

Song year: 1999

“The Next Episode” is the sequel to Dr. Dre and Snoop Dog's earlier single, “Nothin' but a ‘G' Thang.” While the song is self-referential, it is not a victory lap. Instead, it signals to the music community that two of the biggest names in hip hop, and by extension West Coast hip hop, are back.

The single helped Snoop Dogg kick off the new Millenium with another top 40 hit and was the beginning of a successful second decade of the gangsta rapper's career.

“Lay Low” ft. Nate Dogg, Eastsidaz, Master P & Butch Cassidy

Song year: 2000

After the massive success of Dr. Dre's 2001, it was Snoop Dogg's time to take the spotlight. His single “Lay Low” came out the last month of 2000 and featured Dr. Dre and Nate Dogg. It would chart on the hip-hop and pop charts and eventually find its way on Snoop Dogg's Greatest Hits.

“Lay Low” is Snoop in classic form, using the mafia as an analogy for his gangsta ethos. Snoop invites everyone along, with all the performer's verses contributing to a mob-family-esque collaboration.

“Doggy Dogg World” ft. The Dogg Pound & The Dramatics

Song year: 1993

With the final single from his iconic album Doggystyle, Snoop Dogg returned to the charts for a third time with “Doggy Dogg World.” Singing the hook is soul group The Dramatics. With its soulful singing and funk samples, the single is G-funk at its finest.

The music video is notable for its references to the funk era, of which Snoop's sound and dress are heavily indebted, and for guest appearances by Blaxploitation actors of the '70s.

“Bitch Please” ft. Xzibit & Nate Dogg

Song year: 1999

Xzibit's aggressive flow is the perfect complement to the laidback style of Snoop Dogg on the single “Bitch Please.” Snoop sounds more mellow than usual on this track, though the themes of his rhymes are still as aggressive as ever.

This late '90s single features a slightly updated version of the G-funk sound courtesy of Dr. Dre's production. It is sonically similar to the work Dre would do on his own album 2001. Eminem wrote a sequel to the song for his Marshall Mathers LP.

“Tha Shiznit”

Song year: 1993

Snoop Dogg doesn't hand the mic over on “Tha Shiznit,” a classic cut from his debut album Doggystyle. Instead, Snoop weaves in and out of storytelling, dissin', and dense wordplay. Unlike his other hit singles, this song highlights his lyrical prowess.

Like several other songs on Doggystyle, the vocal hook of “Tha Shiznit” is performed by Lil David Ruffin. He is the son of Motown Records legends The Temptations' singer David Ruffin.

“2 Of Amerikaz Most Wanted” by 2Pac ft. Snoop Dogg

Song year: 1996

2Pac and Snoop Dogg are two of the biggest names in hip hop. The duo combined forces in 1996 on the single “2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted.”

The combination of these titans of West Coast gangsta rap comes together over a sample of Grand Master Flash and the Furious Five's classic hip hop track “The Message,” making the entire track a history lesson in rap music.

The song's music video features a scene mocking 2Pac's rival The Notorious B.I.G. It was more fuel to the fire of an East Coast/West Coast rivalry that would turn deadly.

“Ups & Downs/Bang Out”

Song year: 2004

Disco band Bee Gees are sampled in the deep groove of Snoop Dogg's “Ups & Downs/Bang Out.” It's the only track on the album R&G: Rhythm & Gangsta The Masterpiece to not feature the production of The Neptunes.

While Snoop was in a lull between chart-topping hits, the single remains a vital step in the evolution of his lyrical content. Here we find a reflective Snoop Dogg ruminating on ebbs and flows in life.

“Murder Was the Case”

Song year: 1993

Snoop Dogg makes a deal with the devil on his Doggystyle track “Murder Was the Case.” The song finds Snoop clinging to life after being gunned down, all while his girlfriend is pregnant with his child. Snoop prays to God but realizes it's too late for salvation and accepts an invitation from Satan instead.

The track would become the plot of the short film Murder Was the Case, directed by Dr. Dre and Fab Five Freddie. The movie also features the song in its soundtrack.

“I Wanna Rock”

Song year: 2009

“I Wanna Rock” was another Billboard R&B/Hip Hop hit for Snoop Dogg. The third single from Malice in Wonderland features a sample from the classic '80s hip hop song “It Takes Two” by Rob Base and DJ E-Z Rock.

The music video features a cameo from actor Jamie Foxx. It also capitalizes on the trend of hip hop dancing in the mainstream, featuring several different dance crews in a dance battle. Among the performers were the winners of the dance contest show America's Best Dance Crew.

“Gangsta Luv” ft. The Dream

Song year: 2009

“Gangsta Luv” was another Billboard Top 40 hit for Snoop Dog. With production from Tricky and The-Dream, the track is a barrage of synthesizers over a handclap-driven drum machine beat.

The feel-good themes and easily digestible pop sound of the single are in line with Snoop's work from this period, a time when he would begin heavy pop collaborations with artists like Katy Perry and The Pussycat Dolls.

“Signs” ft. Justin Timberlake & Charlie Wilson

Song year: 2005

Former boyband frontman turned pop superstar Justin Timberlake provides the hook for Snoop Dog's hit single, “Signs.”

The song's disco-inspired horn section and funky bassline are instantly catchy, providing a dancefloor-ready canvas for Snoop to rap about his lavish lifestyle in an attempt to woo a woman.

The single was another Top 40 hit for The Doggfather, but it performed even better overseas. It reached number two in the UK and topped the Australian charts.

“Let’s Get Blown” ft. Pharrel Williams

Song year: 2004

“Let's Get Blown” finds Snoop Dogg back in familiar G-funk territory, rapping over a sample from '70s funk group Slave. The song's unique beat comes courtesy of The Neptunes and helps update Snoop's West Coast sound.

With Pharrell's soulful singing and Snoop's lyrics about sex and seduction, the track is one of The Doggfather's most sensual offerings. It was performed well on the Billboard charts, serving as a bridge between the massive hits “Drop It Like It's Hot” and “Signs.”

“Imagine” ft. Dr. Dre & D’Angelo

Song year: 2006

Dr. Dre produces Snoop Dogg's track “Imagine,” the first production work between the two in six years. The chemistry is still there, with a hard-hitting beat and ice-cold piano sample setting the stage for Snoop Dogg to ruminate over a life without hip hop.

“Imagine” is one of Snoop Dogg's most existential songs. It examines the good, bad, and ugly of the hip hop game. Along the way, he illuminates the genre's undeniable influence on our culture. This track is essential listening from the mic of one of the best.

“Neva Have 2 Worry”

Song year: 2008

Snoop Dogg gets reflective on his track “Neva Have 2 Worry.” The self-referential track uses past lyrical imagery and album highlights to tell the story of The Doggfather's career. It's a minimally produced attack, with a lean keyboard and drum machine kick drums giving Snoop plenty of space to write his autobiography.

This song wasn't a hit, but it isn't supposed to be. This track is a masterclass in rapping that tells the story of a master rapper.

“Still A G Thang”

Song year: 1998

Though 1999's Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg's single “Next Episode” claimed to be the sequel to their classic “Nuthin' but a ‘G' Thang,” Snoop Dogg recorded a sequel the year prior with “Still a ‘G' Thang.”

Referencing his past single while updating the lyrics to reflect his new label No Limit, Snoop Dogg scored another Top 40 hit. The production work by Master P is of particular note for its G-funk influences that sound eerily similar to Dr. Dre's.

“Vapors”

Song year: 1997

Updating the 1988 Biz Markie track “Vapors,” Snoop Dogg's cover tackles the trials and tribulations of the rags to riches life of a gangsta rapper through vignettes of members of his crew.

Snoop remains true to Markie's original form while updating the names and cultural references to fit with his homies, simultaneously paying homage to the golden era of hip hop while signaling that a new Dogg is in charge.

Top Snoop Dogg Songs, Final Thoughts

From pioneering West Coast hip hop with the G-funk sound to becoming a television and movie star – Snoop Dogg has done it all.

His albums and guest verses in the '90s and '00s helped catapult hip hop into America's mainstream, and his unique vocabulary has added to the lexicon of English slang.

So while you finish your gin and juice, be sure to drop these top Snoop Dog songs like they're hot.