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Snoop Dogg: The Legendary Journey Of A Hip-Hop Icon

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With a distinctive rap flow and a swagged-out personality, Snoop Dogg is in a league of his own. As a legacy rapper, he has influenced generations of artists after him. His crossover into the mainstream is also unlike any other. While he rose to fame as a hard-hitting rapper, he’s become one of the most lovable celebrities on the planet. 

Snoop Dogg has made several seamless transitions into many forms of media and sports. As one of the most versatile figures, he’s dominated any field he’s ventured into. Today, he’s more than just a musical genius. His impact has also been felt in business, acting, wrestling, football, and reality television.

Snoop Dogg’s Rise To Fame

Like many Black artists before and after him, Snoop Dogg caught the musical bug through the church. He played piano and sang during services before kicking off as a rapper in school. In 1993, he revealed to The Los Angeles Times that rap made him a popular figure in school. “When I rapped in the hallways at school, I would draw such a big crowd that the principal would think there was a fight going on,” he said. “It made me begin to realize that I had a gift. I could tell that my raps interested people and that made me interested in myself.”

Named Calvin Broadus Jr., Snoop Dogg has adopted many rap monikers, including Snoop Lion over the decades. He began rapping professionally as Snoop Doggy Dogg. He received his first bout of major exposure after appearing on Dr. Dre’s debut album, The Chronic. After gaining recognition, Snoop began to work on his own full-length project. In November 1993, Snoop’s debut, Doggystyle, was released to widespread praise and attention. Furthermore, the album debuted at the top spot on the Billboard 200 and featured the timeless hit “Gin and Juice.” Doggystyle would quickly place him on the map as a West Coast Hip Hop legend.

While he continued to dominate musically in the ’90s, Snoop Dogg was wrapped up in many legal issues. He was in and out of jail and was at the center of an infamous murder trial between 1993 and 1996. For the entire decade, he switched up his rap style several times. He released four albums during this time as well.

The 2000s & 2010s

By the 2000s, Snoop was already a rap icon. During this time, he began to break into other forms of media. He tackled the Bollywood mainstream with the single “Singh is Kinng.” In Hollywood, he showed off his acting chops in the popular dramas Baby Boy and Training Day. Snoop Dogg also appeared in the hit comedy Soul Plane as Captain Antoine Mack, a role which showed off his comedic side and earned him adoration from fans. In 2007, a reality show about the rapper, Snoop Dogg’s Father Hood, premiered on E! Snoop and his family appeared, following their day-to-day lives and special moments. 

Personal Life

Snoop Dogg and his high school sweetheart, Shante Taylor, married in 1997. They have three children together. Snoop also has a son from a relationship with Laurie Holmond. He has consistently shown love to his family on social media. Besides his family, the music legend has established close bonds with celebrities and fellow rappers. He is great friends with Dr. Dre, Pharrell Williams, and Wiz Khalifa. Snoop Dogg’s friendship with Martha Stewart has also made significant headlines over the years. The pair’s long-lasting relationship has been admired by many for their widely different backgrounds.

Snoop Dogg’s Impact

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JUNE 22: (L-R) Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg attend ASCAP Rhythm & Soul Celebration of 50 Years of Hip-Hop on June 22, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Lester Cohen/Getty Images for ASCAP)

While many have tried to replicate his signature flow, none have come close to the original. Snoop Dogg remains one of the most established Hip Hop acts of all time. His infectious swagger has made him a relevant staple in the media for three decades. He acquired the label Death Row Records in 2022 and seeks to revive it. Snoop Dogg has also been nominated for and won multiple awards. He received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2018.

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Snoop Dogg Reacts To Death Row Winning BET’s “Best Rap Crew Of All Time” Tournament

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Snoop Dogg celebrated Death Row winning BET’s “Best Rap Crew Of All Time” tournament on Instagram, earlier this week. Commenting on the results, he thanked fans and wrote, “Wow,” with fire, prayer hands, and music notes emojis. For the win, Death Row beat out Wu-Tang Clan in the championship round. Death Row is credited with having Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Tupac Shakur, Tha Dogg Pound, Warren G, DJ Quik, The Lady Of Rage, and others.

Death Row previously beat out YMCMB, TDE, N.W.A. & The Posse, and the Hieroglyphics Crew during the first four rounds to reach the final.

Read More: Dame Dash Names Roc-A-Fella As Best Rap Crew Of All Time

Snoop Dogg With Dr. Dre In 1995

NEW YORK, NEW YORK–AUGUST 03: Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre (aka Andre Romelle Young) appear backstage when the Death Row Records label assembles at The Source Awards, held at The Paramount Theater at Madison Square Garden, on August 3, 1995 in New York City. (Photo by Al Pereira/Getty Images/Michael Ochs Archives)

Fabolous also commented on the result when it was shared by The Hip-Hop Wolf on Instagram. He wrote: “Kinda a weird category comparison to me.. Wu Tang is a rap group.. . Death Row was a rap label.. and the artists were all solo artist. If its Rap Crew based it shoulda been like Death Row, Bad Boy, Cash Money, No Limit etc. Wu Tang wasn’t even all on the same labels. Not a fair comparison in my eyes. Just my thoughts.. But congrats to Tha Row.”

Other fans agreed with the rapper. “They had to put a whole record label against a rap group for them to win [laughing emojis] who’s fucking idea was this??” one wrote. Another commented: “All this time 2pac was in a group..”

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In addition to celebrating the best rap group of all time, BET also recently hosted its annual awards ceremony. Tons of the biggest artists in hip-hop took home awards including Drake, Latto, Kendrick Lamar, and more.

Read More: 2023 BET Awards: Full List Of Winners

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Master P Recalls How He Saved Snoop Dogg’s Life

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Master P recently reflected on his past in an interview. In it, he shared a story of how he played a role in avoiding a potential tragedy involving Snoop Dogg. The No Limit CEO elaborated further on his Instagram. Furthermore, Master P emphasized that he had a hand in diffusing the situation between Snoop and his former label Death Row Records. However, he said it was ultimately Snoop’s humility and willingness to listen that saved the day.

In his interview, Master P referenced something Snoop said in his own interview with The Pivot podcast. The iconic West Coast rapper recounted the Death Row Records incident in that podcast. The rapper-producer acknowledged that he cautioned Snoop against releasing a diss record against his former label. Snoop had planned to release an album titled F*ck Death Row. However, Master P, recognizing the potential consequences, advised against it. He even recalled giving Snoop a significant sum of money. This demonstrated his support and respect. It also showed just how serious he was about trying to get Snoop not to release the diss album. Clearly, it would have meant serious repercussions for the rapper.

Master P Changed Snoop’s Mind

Snoop Dogg and Master P perform during the 2017 ESSENCE Festival Presented by Coca Cola at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome on July 2, 2017 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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Snoop, acknowledging the wisdom of Master P’s advice, ultimately decided to shelve the album. He admitted that the idea was misguided and would have only led to further destruction. The rapper expressed his gratitude to Master P for intervening. Furthermore, he recognized that his actions had saved him from a potentially detrimental situation. Master P was motivated by his faith and a sense of doing what was right. He explained that he believed it was important for Snoop to show gratitude and acknowledge the opportunities he had been given.

In a subsequent interview, the producer and record exec further elaborated on the importance of integrity and gratitude, emphasizing the need to avoid conflict with other black men. He urged Snoop to embrace his role as a leader and make wise decisions. What do you think about the Death Row Records drama? Should Snoop have released the diss album? Would it really have put his life in danger? Sound off in the comments below!

Craziest Suge Knight Stories

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Suge Knight is perhaps Hip-Hop’s most infamous villain of all time. The former Death Row Records CEO is currently serving a prison sentence for voluntary manslaughter. Yet, this is just one of many instances of violence throughout Suge’s life. Knight’s career is marred in sadistic violence, much of which has been documented in interviews or writing. Many rappers, executives, and other people within the music industry have shared their own stories as the legend of Suge Knight continues to grow with time. Here’s a look at five of the craziest Suge Knight stories.

Sending Goons To Hawaii For Eminem, Dr. Dre, & Snoop Dogg

In an interview with Cam Capone News in 2019, Eminem’s former bodyguard, Big Naz, spoke about when Suge Knight sent goons to Hawaii for Eminem, Dr. Dre, and Snoop Dogg. At the time, Snoop and Suge were engaged in a feud after Snoop left Death Row Records to sign with No Limit. While Snoop prepared for a show with Dr. Dre and Eminem in Hawaii, things went bad. According to Big Naz, Suge sent around 50 goons from Los Angeles to disrupt the event.

About the event, Big Naz stated, “The scariest moment is when we went to Hawaii. When the plane landed we are greeted by twenty Honolulu police officers, and they told us that Death Row is here — they tried to hem [Snoop Dogg] up. Suge Knight had sent fifty guys to try to break up the show. When we got there, vacation mode was over, we were lockin’-n-loading, putting on bulletproof vests with their wives and girlfriends sitting next to them. We had to have Interscope pick up the tab to put Honolulu police with each bodyguard because of how deep Suge was over there.”

Big Naz also mentioned that the goons were on the plane back to Los Angeles with them. Naz had a confrontation with some of them on the plane that did not get violent. Eminem also told one of them that he was not working with Suge while on the flight. The incident, fortunately, did not result in violence. However, it showed just how far Suge Knight would go to get what he wanted.

Napoleon’s Story About Standing Up To Suge Knight

Another Suge Knight story comes from Outlawz member Napoleon’s Bomb1st interview in 2022. In the interview, Napoleon told the story of the first time he stood up to Suge Knight. While in New York for Tupac’s Saturday Night Live performance, things almost got violent between Napoleon, Suge, and Tupac. Suge took one of Napoleon’s friends into a room for allegedly disrespecting him, and things escalated from there.

While speaking about the incident, Napoleon stated, “Suge took one of my homies in a room, and he was mad at something he said. I went in there, and I remember pushing Suge’s hand because he was pointing at one of my homies. And, when I pushed his hand, then Pac got mad at me.” Tupac expected Napoleon to fall in line and side with Suge, as he asked him to “bomb” on his homie. However, Napoleon refused, as he knew the violent extent Suge could have gone to.

According to Napoleon, he may have also saved Suge that night. His homie’s uncle, known as “The Reaper,” was pacing outside the room and ready to intervene. Thankfully, Napoleon was able to act first. However, as we’ll see in the next story, things could have worsened for Napoleon and his friend.

Allegedly Making A Promoter Drink His Urine

This Suge Knight story comes from excerpts published in the New York Times from Hip-Hop journalist Ronin Ro’s book Have Gun Will Travel: The Spectacular Rise and Violent Fall of Death Row Records. The entire book examines the inner workings of Death Row Records, yet this story is particularly crazy. Ro claims that Suge made a promoter drink his urine after beating him with champagne bottles.

On Suge’s actions, Ro wrote, “If Suge felt someone was trying to cheat him, the offender would be dragged into a storeroom by his goons and pounded to a bloody pulp. Death Row employees went about their filing and faxing as bloodcurdling shrieks filled the office. They saw the doorknob jerking, knowing that people were desperately trying to escape a beating.” 

Suge allegedly took it one step further with Mark Anthony Bell at a Christmas party in 1995. After refusing to reveal Diddy’s home address, Bell was dragged into a room for a beating. After being assaulted with champagne bottles, Suge allegedly forced Bell to drink his urine. Despite the insanity of this story, it is just one of many detailing how sadistic Suge could be.

Allegedly Spat In Lyor Cohen’s Face During Prison Visit

On an episode of the Boss Talk 101 podcast in 2023, former Death Row Records executive Reggie Wright Jr. alleged that Suge spit in Lyor Cohen’s face over Snoop Dogg’s deal. At the time, Lyor Cohen was the co-president of Def Jam Records. Cohen visited Suge in prison to negotiate an agreement for Snoop Dogg. However, his asking price was too high. This led to Suge allegedly spitting in his face while incarcerated.

On the incident, Wright Jr. said, “He comes and offers Suge $7 million. ‘Tell Lyor the most that I can get for Snoop is $7 million.’ Suge never really liked the East Coasters or labels or whatever. And I’m like, ‘Okay, Lyor, yeah, we got a deal.’ Suge goes and tells Lyor, ‘No.’ Spits in Lyor face. Spits in his face, because of however the conversation went. At the prison. At San Luis Obispo.”

Suge Cried Due To Ja Rule’s Similarities To Tupac

This Suge Knight story is crazy for reasons other than those mentioned before. While Suge’s image is filled with violence, Tupac seems to have held a soft spot in Suge’s heart. After Irv Gotti first told the story on VladTV, Ja Rule corroborated it with Toofab. Ja stated that Suge cried when he first met him because he reminded him so much of Tupac.

In the clip, Rule said, “It was an emotional moment for Suge because I think he’s seen qualities in me that I guess he’s seen in Pac. And then actually meeting me, we had, I guess, similar energy to him because he asked me a question, and when I answered, he said, ‘Yo, that’s exactly what Pac said.’ And he got real emotional. This is real sh*t.” He added, “Like when you’re around them, and the first thing you would say is, ‘This is the guy that is responsible and all these crazy stories are about? Because he is a sweetheart to people that are good to him.”

While Suge Knight has been portrayed as something almost inhuman, it is important to remember that he is, in fact, human. As Ja Rule mentioned, Suge could be ruthless, yet he was still a man at the end of the day. However, Suge may be more complex of a man than he is given credit for. More stories obviously exist, like the one about dangling Vanilla Ice off of a balcony. We’re sure more exist in the Hip-Hop-sphere, just waiting to be told.

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Snoop Dogg to Celebrate 30th Anniversary of ‘Doggystyle’ with Two Shows at Hollywood Bowl

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Snoop Dogg is getting ready to take Doggystyle to the Hollywood Bowl. Celebrating the 30th anniversary of one of rap’s greatest albums, the Doggfather joins the Hollywood Bowl’s 2023 concert lineup, setting the 30th Anniversary of Doggystyle & More for June 27-28.

According to Billboard, numerous special guests will join the legendary rapper in celebrating the album. The ReCollective Orchestra will support the show, led by Derrick Hodge.

In November 1993, Calvin Broadus Jr. aka Snoop Doggy Dogg released his highly anticipated first album Doggystyle on Death Row Records. This was the label’s first full-length project by a solo artist, which was piggybacking on the success of Death Row’s last release, The Chronic, the Dr. Dre album where many had just heard Snoop for the first time.

Doggystyle, which was produced exclusively by Snoop’s mentor, Dr. Dre, huddled around the concept of the “dogg”, with the animated cover and cartoon insert of a street-wise hound that wanted by the opps and the “bitches” for his “doggystyle”, which of course, is a famous sex position.

Some of the album’s leading tracks include the x-rated “It Ain’t No Fun (If The Homies Can’t Have None)” featuring childhood friend Nate Dogg and then recently formed Dogg Pound, Daz and Kurupt, the Slick Rick ode “Lodi Dodi” and the world-famous alcoholic anthem “Gin And Juice”.

Even with a four mic rating, Source staff writer Reginald Dennis said that the album escaped the coveted Five Mic rating because he felt like it was “rushed”, but nonetheless, with the introduction of such a monumental artist coupled with the authenticity of the gang-ridden West Coast streets, this album is by far one of the most pivotal albums of the 90s, even before the East Coast/West Coast rivalry, which came at least two years later. Salute to Snoop, Dre, the Dogg Pound, The Lady Of Rage, RBX, Suge, and the rest of the legendary Death Row for putting together this classic album!

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Snoop Dogg Net Worth 2023: What Is The Megastar Worth?

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As of April 2023, Snoop Dogg’s net worth is approximately $150 million. Don’t let Snoop Dogg’s melancholy and comical personality fool you. The California-born rapper achieved his worldwide success through meticulous hard work and persistence. A true OG with well-documented ties to the streets, he experienced plenty of run-ins with the law in his early years. His drug charges would lead to repeated stints in prison, where Snoop Dogg began to make music as a way to cope with his chaotic childhood. Over time, he would morph himself into one of hip-hop’s most reputable MCs and businessmen.

Dr. Dre And Snoop Dogg Formed A Power Duo

Snoop Dogg began building his net worth when he and Dr. Dre began working on his debut album.
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Snoop Dogg proved himself just as much an intelligent businessman as he was a rapper. He utilized his coolheaded image to garner a worldwide fanbase, diving into industries that aligned well with his persona. However, it was his debut solo album, Doggystyle, produced by Dr. Dre in 1993, that established his persona. The project would catapult up to the Number 1 spot on the Billboard 200 with nearly 807,000 copies in its first week, largely propelled by iconic singles such as “Who Am I (What’s My Name)?” and “Gin and Juice.” The album is currently 4x platinum.

Snoop would continue to build off of his debut project. Three years later, he released The Doggfather, which also debuted at #1 on the Billboard 200 with nearly half of the number of units sold compared to Doggystyle. While the record wasn’t quite as well-received as his debut, he still solidified himself as more than a one-album wonder. Throughout his career, Snoop Dogg would continue to dive into a variety of sonic palettes. For example, he released Reincarnated, a focused detour into reggae, a year after traveling to Jamaica. 2015’s Bush saw him fully dive into the funk and R&B aesthetic of Los Angeles with Pharrell at the helm of production. While Snoop Dogg has made money in a variety of different fields, royalties from his music career remain as his primary source of net worth.

Snoop Dogg net worth impacted by legal set backs.
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Snoop Dogg’s rise to a $150 million net worth wasn’t linear. Even as his music career skyrocketed, he continued to have run-ins with the law. In 1993, he plead guilty to possession of a lethal weapon. This would preface a significant legal battle that took place in 1996, in which he was accused of partaking in a drive-by shooting of a gang member in Los Angeles. Snoop’s bodyguard, McKinley Lee, fired the shot that killed Philip Woldemariam. Snoop Dogg and Mckinley Lee (nicknamed Malik) were acquitted of all charges during the trial. The overarching belief was that Lee shooting Woldemariam was an act of self-defense, as Woldemariam was going for a gun in his waistband.

After the trial, a relieved Snoop Dogg stated, “They made the right decision, you know what I’m saying? This has been an ordeal that has affected our lives for the past 2 1/2 years. I was just trying to figure out if I was gonna be here to raise my son.” Stephen Erlewine of AllMusic stated that after the release of The Doggfather, Snoop began “moving away from his gangsta roots toward a calmer lyrical aesthetic.” His eventual departure from the streets would see him fulfill his potential as a businessman.

He’s Become An Engaging Film Personality

Snoop Dogg filmography contributes to his net worth.
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Re-directing his energy toward business ventures, Snoop Dogg has become a culturally camouflaged icon. He’s joking about a horse Crip walking with Kevin Hart on NBC and headlining Corona commercials. While diving into a variety of entertainment arenas can be a risk to an MC’s cohesive image, this certainly wasn’t the case for Snoop Dogg. According to the New York Times, he only has one criterion when starting a business: “It’s got to be fun. And it’s going to make funds. So long as the word ‘fun’ is involved, it’s cool.”

Snoop Dogg’s wholesome image has aligned with kids’ audiences, enabling him to appear in shows such as The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge On The Run. He even launched his own kid show, Doggyland, equipped with family-friendly nurseries. Snoop’s also appeared in a number of television shows and films, such as Bones and Half Baked. Everywhere he goes, there’s a demand to get him in front of a camera no matter who the audience is. He began to catch onto this after working with Master P at No Limit Records. Snoop stated, “He taught me how to be a better businessman, how to be more than just a rapper, but to be about my business.”

Snoop Dogg’s Endorsement Deals

Snoop Dogg net worth comes from tech industry endeavours.
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Outside of acting in films, he’s also appeared in a wide range of commercials as a part of endorsement deals. Most recently, he starred in Skechers’ Superbowl commercial, alongside Martha Stewart. Recently, he also collaborated with The Nelk Boys to create a Happy Dad x Death Row Records hard seltzer. The move has generated some controversy, as the product is a direct competitor to Corona’s hard seltzer. Snoop Dogg is well-known as an endorser for Corona, where he’s appeared in a variety of hit advertisements. Later on in his career, endorsement deals have become one of Snoop’s highest sources of income.

He’s Leveraged His Image Into Cannabis Industry Success

Snoop Dogg's weed brand helped build his net worth.
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The most well-known of these organizations is Leafs By Snoop, his own cannabis product line. Launched in 2015 in Denver, Colorado, the product line contains various strains of Indica, Sativa, and Hybrid. Snoop stated, “As a long-time connoisseur and cannabis expert, I knew it was time to give my people what they wanted – something they can trust.” The initiative became an instant success in the area, leading to an expansion in different legal states, as well as a partnership with Canadian weed producer Canopy Growth.

Along with spearheading his direct cannabis product line, Snoop also started a cannabis-themed media platform called Merry Jane. The purpose of the platform is to spread awareness and continue the conversation surrounding cannabis use. This is primarily done through videos and editorials on its website and social media platforms. From appearing on podcasts to selling products, his image surrounding marijuana is one of his primary sources of income aside from music.

Snoop Dogg’s Philanthropic Efforts

Snoop Dogg net worth also comes from philathropic efforts.
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Outside of his lucrative business ventures, Snoop Dogg has done plenty to give back to his community. He’s emphasized the importance of laying out a better path for the next generation. He currently coaches a Youth Football League in Long Beach, with an overarching message to develop leadership and team-building qualities in kids. In addition, he’s donated to charities such as the Save a Life Foundation and The Healing Circle. Certain reports claim that Snoop Dogg donated an estimated $100M over the course of his career.

Snoop Dogg Recently Purchased Death Row Records

Snoop dogg net worth includes his stake in Death Row.
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Back in February of 2022, Snoop Dogg officially became in charge at Death Row Records. The move was a sentimental one, as Snoop started his career at the label with the release of Doggystyle. In an official statement, Snoop said, “I am thrilled and appreciative of the opportunity to acquire the iconic and culturally significant Death Row Records brand, which has immense untapped future value.”

Conclusion/TLDR

From heavily diving into the NFT game to driving around in a golf cart for a Chrysler ad, Snoop Dogg has proved over the course of his career that there isn’t a business venture he won’t take on. Often viewed as nothing more than a melancholic cannabis smoker who just happened to become successful, he’s gained a reputation within the industry as a reliable hard worker. Now 51 years old, it still feels like Snoop is only just getting started.

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Suge Knight Alleges Snoop Dogg Obtained Death Row Records By Fraud

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Last year, West Coast rap icon Snoop Dogg announced that he was the new owner of the legendary, yet infamous Death Row Records, however, the label’s former owner Suge Knight says that :”Tha Row” has fraudulently fallen into the hands of the Doggfather.

In February, Snoop acquired the imprint through MNRK Music Group (formerly eOne Music), but in an exclusive interview with TMZ, Knight claims that the deal was totally illegal.

In an interview given from a California State Penitentiary where he is serving 28 years for manslaughter, Suge says the original owner and proprietor of Death Row Records Michael “Harry-O” Harris committed bankruptcy fraud to get the company from him.

Suge contends that Snoop was only able to acquire the label because it was forfeited when a lawyer failed to attend a court proceeding, prompting a default judgement that transferred it into the possession of MNRK in 2013.

Knight doubts the legitimacy of the deal, saying, “First of all, you gotta look at it like this: I am Death Row. So I’m quite sure when it’s said and done, [2Pac’s] All Eyez On Me and Makaveli will definitely come back to me, and the rest of the stuff.”

He added, “But one problem with that is: Snoop has a partner, which is Michael Harris. They committed fraud, they bankruptcy fraud. I didn’t lose my company by doing anything wrong; they went in and the lawyer didn’t show up, and they got a default judgement. I settled the judgement. They turned around and said I didn’t settle the judgement. But they committed bankruptcy fraud which we just found out for sure last week. When they filed for bankruptcy in ’95, they said it didn’t have anything to do with Death Row.”

Check out Suge’s jailhouse interview HERE

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Suge Knight Implies Fraud In Snoop Dogg’s Acquisition Of Death Row Records

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Former CEO of Death Row Records, Suge Knight, has made headlines claiming that Snoop Dogg’s label purchase may have been fraudulent. Knight’s allegations come amid a long-standing feud, raising questions about the transaction’s legitimacy. Suge Knight, the former CEO of Death Row Records, has cast doubt on the legitimacy of the label’s sale to Snoop […]

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[WATCH] Tupac Discussed Plans To “Move Away From Music” In Rare ET Interview Months Before Murder

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A previously unseen interview with the late Tupac Shakur was released yesterday(April 23) where the pop culture icon talked into his plans to “move away from music.”

Entertainment Tonight shared the otherwise unseen footage as FX’s Dear Mama docuseries premiered this weekend, which explores the relationship the late rapper/actor had with his mother, Afeni Shakur.

Talking to ET about Gridlock’d, the first posthumous silver screen release after his untimely death, ‘Pac delved into putting more time into acting and his movie career, while putting music to the side in order to focus more on his desired craft.

“I just want to push the envelope and work, work, work,” he implored. “I want to move further away from the music and start wading myself into the acting more.”

Shakur also spoke about All Eyez On Me, his first album on Death Row Records after his unexpected release from a New York State Correctional Facility and the last album put out beofre he was killed, which he says was fueled by emotions.

“The album that’s out now is just my emotions, it’s emotional, but it’s not thought-provoking,” he said. “So I want to do some thought-provoking work with my music, and I can do that if I’m working in the films because I grow and learn more things and have more to talk about.”

See clips of the interview above.

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