The Zen of Snoop

An examination of the theological and philosophical significance of Snoop Dogg's lyrical works.

Thursday, May 01, 2003

Mommy don't worry, I won't abuse it
Hurry up and finish so we can watch "Clueless" (Oh-hooo!)

- Paid Tha Cost to Be Da Bo$$ (2002)

Aside from the oedipal use of "mommy," Snoop here reveals a softer, domesticated side of "Mr. 187 on a motherfuckin cop." So ladies, consider yourself warned: Snoop knows your boundries and he knows "no" means "no." But dont' get him wrong, he's not s sucker that wants cuddle and snuggle after some vigorous coitus. Hell no! He's not going to played like some punk. Shit. When the Dogg is done, he's going to kick back on watch some mother f'ing "Clueless." Of course, it is unclear whether he means the film or the TV show. It is also unclear which one would be cooler to watch. Back to the research.

Friday, January 31, 2003

"Now just throw your hands in the motherfuckin air
And wave the motherfuckers like ya just don't care."

- Doggystyle (1993)


My hands are above my head, and I don't think anything is wrong right now. That's what Snoop is asking us to do. Some may wonder why he's asking, no, demanding that we particpate in this West-side Tai Chai. Obviously, it is not for us to know -- yet. But the benefits of combining the aerobic actions -- gently raising your hands "in the mutherfuckin air" and "wav[ing] the[m] motherfuckers" -- and the transcendental meditation of not caring will surely allow you to reach a higher state of consciousness. You know how we do.

Wednesday, January 29, 2003

"It ain't no fun, if the homies can't have none."
- Doggystyle (1993)


Here Snoop is touching a universal principle: the greater good. His g'ed out utilitarianism speaks to the need to make sure all of humanity (aka your homies) is allowed access to life's riches -- both material and spiritual. Of course, Snoop's diction does raise the question of whether this extends to non-homies, like bustas, bitches, and skeezas. I'd like to think that living according to the Snoopy way, all suckas and tricks are also included.


Today, we've learned that your happiness is contingent on the happiness of your homies. So go and hug a homie today -- it'll be fun.