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

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.