Snoop Dogg

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Snoop Dogg (born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr.; October 20, 1971), previously known as Snoop Doggy Dogg, is an American rapper, singer, record producer, songwriter, and actor. He is a prominent figure in West Coast hip-hop and played a significant role in the popularization of G-funk and gangsta rap. He is noted for his distinctive drawled vocal delivery and melodic flow, and his lyrics frequently address themes such as recreational drug use and gun violence. He first gained widespread attention in 1992 through collaborations with Dr. Dre, appearing on the single "Deep Cover" and on Dre’s album "The Chronic," including the track "Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang." His debut studio album, "Doggystyle" (1993), produced by Dr. Dre, debuted at number one on the Billboard 200, selling 806,000 copies in its first week. The album included the singles "What's My Name?" and "Gin and Juice" and was later certified quadruple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America. His second album, "Tha D