104. Snoop Dogg

A protégé of Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg was at one point not only the most famous rapper in the game but also the most respected. The mid 90’s saw his signature drawling style all over the airwaves and it didn’t hurt that his style of Gansta Rap coincided with a murder charge (which he would be cleared of) giving him street credibility along with a famed name. Future efforts would see Snoop shift away from his Gangsta roots, which while it didn’t sell as well as his first efforts it did show off a wider range than most fans would have thought possible.

Snoop’s Hall of Fame resume does run the risk of being seen by some as almost a caricature of himself. His slang, his pimp look and his seeming willingness to do any offer on television or movies that comes his way might make him money but does add an unintentional comical aspect to his character that does not make him seem Hall of Fame worthy.

Regardless, it can never be forgotten just how big he was at one time and if Cleveland sees that as influential he has a decent shot.

Should Snoop Dogg be in the Hall of Fame?

Definitely put him in! - 30.8%

Maybe, but others deserve it first. - 10.3%

Probably not, but it wouldn't be the end of the world. - 0%

No opinion. - 0%

No way! - 59%

The Bullet Points

Eligible Since: Tuesday, 01 January 2019
Country of Origin: U.S.A. (Long Beach, CA)
Why they will get in:
This is a very popular artist. who is known worldwide. He has the hits, the ciritical love in his earliy years, and is a draw.
Why they won't get in:
Seriously, is there anything he won’t do for a buck?
Nominated in: Never
Essential Albums:
Doggystyle (1993)

Murder Was the Case (1994)

The Doggfather (1996)
Paid tha Cost to Be da Bo$$ (2002)
Our Five Favorite Songs as Chosen by Each Member of the NIHOF Committee:
What’s My Name (From Doggystyle, 1993)

Gin and Juice (From Doggystyle, 1993)

Snoop’s Upside Ya Head (From The Doggfather, 1996)

Vapors (From The Doggfather, 1996)
Still a G Thang (From Da Game Is to Be Sold, Not to Be Told, 1998)