BEVERLY HILLS, CALIFORNIA - MAY 03: Snoop Dogg attends the 2023 Milken Institute Global Conference at The Beverly Hilton on May 03, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Jerod Harris/Getty Images)

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<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/dr-dre-and-snoop-dogg-celebrates-gin-and-juice-with-new-drink-gin-and-juice">Snoop Dogg</a> seems to be unbothered by Suge Knight's allegations that he's involved in a "secret society."&nbsp;
In a recent episode of Knight's&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/suge-knight-to-launch-a-new-podcast-from-behind-bars">Collect Call&nbsp;</a><a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/suge-knight-to-launch-a-new-podcast-from-behind-bars">podcast</a>, the legendary mogul&nbsp; alluded that the conspiracy theories surrounding the music entertainment industry have some validity and that entertainers like Snoop &mdash; as well as Dr.Dre and Diddy &mdash; are used as pawns.
"I remember when they was giving Puffy an award at the ASCAP Awards &mdash; Andre went up there and got him an expensive watch and gave it to him in front of everybody. He basically confessed his love to this man," the former Death Row CEO said. "Then Puffy and Snoop&nbsp;became besties. Every time you see one, you seen the other one. Next thing you know, they start painting they fingernails. Didn't make sense."
After AllHipHop shared the audio from Knight on their Instagram page, Snoop Dogg jumped into the comment section and left a laughing emoji. It's safe to say that the West Coast Legend doesn't care what his former buddy thinks.&nbsp;
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Snoop Dogg Laughs Off Suge Knight's Claim He's Apart Of A 'Secret Society' 

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Rap Snacks

<a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/dab-fabolous-gets-his-own-rap-snacks-flavor">Rap Snacks</a>, the 30-year-old brand that features hip-hop artists on snack packaging, is expanding to Canada, Spain, and the United Kingdom.
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&ldquo;This is a thrilling moment for Rap Snacks as we extend our flavor and culture to the world,&rdquo; said James Lindsay, founder and CEO of Rap Snacks. &ldquo;We&rsquo;re not just launching snacks; we&rsquo;re creating a movement that transcends borders and bridges cultures, and while we are leaning into this amazing opportunity to expand our brand beyond the United States, our commitment to creating and supporting culturally relevant products with social impact remains unwavering as we step onto the global stage. This is a huge accomplishment for a 100% Black-owned CPG brand.&rdquo;
Rap Snacks features rap stars on their own products, like <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/rick-ross-and-meek-mill-end-2023-w-a-bang-at-winter-jam">Rick Ross</a>, <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/lil-baby-responds-to-alleged-leaked-man-on-man-sex-tape-aint-no-mystery-in">Lil Baby</a>, <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/nicki-minaj-wants-to-hire-katt-williams-to-be-apart-of-the-pink-friday-2">Nicki Minaj</a>, Migos, NBA YoungBoy, and Master P.
The brand is expanding into international markets after achieving success nationwide. Rap Snacks is available at Walmart, Target, and Sam's Club.&nbsp;
Sodexo now distributes Rap Snacks at Clark Atlanta University, the first 100% Black-owned food brand at an <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/morgan-state-university-marching-band-to-perform-at-d-day-memorial-parade-in-france">HBCU</a>.
&ldquo;This milestone strengthens the brand&rsquo;s commitment to supporting educational institutions, inspiring future business owners and empowering future leaders,&rdquo; said Lindsay.

Rap Snacks Makes Its Debut Overseas!

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Snoop Dogg & Dr. Dre

West Coast Hip-Hop icons Dr. Dre and <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/snoop-dogg-admits-he-fainted-when-he-met-pam-grier">Snoop Dogg</a> celebrate the 30th anniversary of their classic hit &ldquo;Gin &amp; Juice&rdquo; by <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/snoop-dogg-announces-hes-giving-up-smoking">announcing</a> a new ready-to-drink beverage, &lsquo;Gin &amp; Juice By Dre And Snoop.&rsquo;
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The drink is the first product from the icons' new premium spirits company. During the <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/usher-marries-jennifer-goicoechea-in-las-vegas-ceremony-after-super-bowl">Super Bowl afterparty</a> in Las Vegas on Sunday (Feb. 11), Dre and Snoop surprised the sold-out crowd at Flipper's Roller Boogie Palace with a classic performance. The new drink highlights the <a href="https://hot97.com/hot-news/dr-dre-still-owns-the-chronic-despite-snoop-dogg-saying-he-acquired-it-w-death-row">long-lasting chemistry</a> between the two for over 30 years.
&ldquo;Together, we always try to create magic, we're having fun being creative, and everything about this product is really us,&rdquo; says Dr. Dre in a press release. &ldquo;There&rsquo;s passion behind it, and friendship and love and a culture. We're shooting to make everything we do magnificent, and fortunately, most of the time we hit the target.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Snoop Dogg added: &ldquo;Look where we&rsquo;re at in our careers. Look at our age and look at what we've done, and we still love each other, so why not do something together? A lot of times people have been in a relationship for thirty years and can't talk to each other, can't hang out, so it&rsquo;s just fun to be in a partnership with people that you actually love.&rdquo;
&ldquo;Gin &amp; Juice&rdquo; appeared on Snoop Dogg&rsquo;s debut album, Doggystyle, released on Death Row Records in November 1993. At the time, Doggystyle generated the highest-selling debut album in Hip-Hop selling 806,858 copies in its first week. Dr. Dre executive-produced the album that also includes classics such as &ldquo;Murder Was The Case,&rdquo; &ldquo;Doggy Dogg World,&rdquo; and &ldquo;Ain&rsquo;t No Fun (If The Homies Can&rsquo;t Have None).&rdquo;
Gin &amp; Juice By Dre and Snoop will be distributed nationally through Southern Glazer&rsquo;s Wine and Spirits, led by the founders from On The Rocks Cocktails. Investors include Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, Jimmy Iovine, Main Street Advisors, Marc Rowan, and Tom Werner.
Gin &amp; Juice by Dre and Snoop will be available in four flavors: Apricot, Citrus, Melon, and Passionfruit.
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Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg Celebrates “Gin & Juice” With New Drink! 

INDIO, CA - APRIL 15: Rappers Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson (L) and Snoop Dogg perform onstage during day 3 of the 2012 Coachella Valley Music & Arts Festival at the Empire Polo Field on April 15, 2012 in Indio, California. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images for Coachella)

Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent

Snoop Dogg recently opened up about his efforts to support Hip Hop veterans and noted that other rappers, like 50 Cent, are also helping out.&nbsp;
The West Coast legend recently stopped by the All The Smoke Podcast to discuss why giving back to his peers is essential. Snoop noted that older rappers must have some resources to help them when they fall on hard times. "You've got to take care of your own, you've got to set an example," he said.&nbsp;
The iconic rapper also said he doesn't need to publicize his good deeds: "It's not a public thing for me. I'm not going to say, 'I helped him.'" Later in the conversation, Snoop also revealed that he wasn't alone in his charitable efforts, as 50 Cent and others have also contributed.&nbsp;
"There's been many times where me and 50 Cent together have called some of our O.G.'s and put bags on him,' he said. "And O.G. like, 'Oh man, nah.' We ain't trying to hear that sh*t. We know you need it. Here, ni**a."
More importantly, Snoop pointed out how important it is for younger rappers to look out for their predecessors. "Respect your elders because you making all this money &mdash; not that you have to &mdash; but if you love this rapper and respect this rapper, you see he's down on his luck, he may need some money but he has pride."&nbsp;
Toward the end of the interview, Snoop revealed some exciting news for fans &mdash; he and Dr.Dre will be <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/snoop-dogg-give-upcoming-on-highly-anticipated-album-with-dr-dre">releasing an album soon</a>. "I'm in the lab with Dr. Dre right now. That's Death Row/Aftermath. We finishing that up right now, tidying up the pieces to that."
Check out the full interview below.&nbsp;
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Snoop Dogg Reveals Why He And 50 Cent Give Back To Hip Hop Veterans

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Snoop Dogg reveals why he never gets invited to JAY-Z's <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/marlon-wayans-questions-why-jay-z-has-never-invited-him-to-roc-nation-brunch" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Roc Nation Brunch</a>.The "Sexual Eruption" hitmaker recently appeared on the "F3LLAS PODCAST," where he spoke about never being invited to the annual pre-Grammys event. “Don’t feel bad n**ga, me neither,” Snoop said after the host HaHa Davis admitted that he “doesn’t get invited to none of the Roc Nation Brunches.” “I know why they don’t want me to come, ’cause I’ma be the sharpest. They know when I walk in, my outfit gon’ turn everything out. So they’re like, ‘Keep that n**ga away,'” he joked.The Long Beach native added, “Nah, it’s all good. I fuck with JAY — that’s my guy. I just ain’t had time to slide through to one of those brunches. Maybe next time we can all go together, we’ll roll up in there together. Just come in there with a linen outfit — I think you gotta have on linen.”You can watch the full interview below:https://youtu.be/OeTgT9EVfzM

Snoop Dogg Jokingly Reveals Why JAY-Z Never Invites Him To Roc Nation Brunch: 'I’ma Be The Sharpest'

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Snoop Dog<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/snoop-dogg-recalls-having-a-pet-cockroach-named-the-gooch" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">g</a> and E-40 announced that they are collaborating on a cookbook.Today (July 18), <a href="https://people.com/see-the-cover-of-snoop-dogg-and-e-40-new-cookbook-7560814" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PEOPLE</a> revealed the cover of the rappers' new cookbook, "<a href="https://bookshop.org/p/books/untitled-snoop-cookbook-2-snoop-dogg/18231200" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Snoop Dogg Presents Goon with the Spoon</a>," which will be released this fall from Chronicle Books. “E-40 is my big homie, my brother, my mentor,” Snoop wrote in the book's foreword. “Watching him expand his love for food and cooking over the years to his many successful businesses is some boss-level shit. Which is why 'Snoop Dogg Presents Goon with the Spoon' had to be the next cookbook, ya dig?”According to the publication, the cookbook will feature over 65 recipes and takes inspiration from both Snoop and E-40's music, including meals they cook and eat together. “It’s the seriously entertaining new addition fans are hungry for,” the publisher said in a statement.

Snoop Dogg And E-40 To Collaborate On 'Snoop Dogg Presents Goon With The Spoon' Cookbook

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<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/snoop-dogg-gifts-stephen-curry-massive-death-row-records-chain" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Snoop Dogg</a> confirms that he once had a pet cockroach and he is not referring to his blunt.In an interview that was published on Tuesday (July 11), the "Drop It Like It's Hot" rapper told Canadian journalist Nardwuar that he couldn't kill the insect, so he kept it and even gave it a name. "Oh yeah, Gooch used to live with me," he recalled. "In my apartment, I had a roach that we couldn't kill. We tried to kill the muthaf**ka when we first moved in, and he wouldn't die so we called him 'The Gooch.'""He just kept getting bigger and bigger," Snoop Dogg added. "I stayed in that apartment for like about six, seven months. Cuz grew to the size of about a whole dollar bill... We used to leave food out for him and everything." You can watch the full interview below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q24KPM02UIkSnoop Dogg is well known to be an animal lover. Last year, the California native launched a pet line called Snoop Doggie Doggs featuring clothing, accessories, toys, and bowls for cats and dogs. "If my dogs ain't fresh, I ain't fresh. These dogs and their apparel are a reflection of Tha Dogg himself, so they gotta look the role of a Top Dog, ya dig?!" he <a href="https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/its-a-doggs-life--snoop-dogg-enters-the-pet-accessory-space-with-the-launch-of-snoop-doggie-doggs-301680973.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">said in press release</a> regarding the line's launch.

Snoop Dogg Recalls Having a Pet Cockroach Named The Gooch

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<a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/snoop-dogg-reacts-to-eminem-explanation-on-dissing-him" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Snoop Dogg</a> said that he is “looking forward” to being part of a bid reportedly by Los Angeles-based businessman and film producer Neko Sparks, who would be the first Black owner of an NHL team Ottawa Senators."Amazing what @neko_sparks is trying to do in Ottawa [and] I'm looking forward to being apart of that ownership team. I WANNA BRING HOCKEY TO OUR COMMUNITY," the "Doggyland" rapper wrote in an Instagram post on Monday (May 1).According to the <a href="https://ottawasun.com/sports/hockey/nhl/ottawa-senators/ryan-reynolds-and-remington-group-prepping-billion-dollar-bid-for-senators" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Ottawa Sun</a>, Snoop has some competition. Canadian-American actor Ryan Reynolds was also reportedly linked to a bid that tops $1 billion for the Senators. The Canadian hockey team is estimated by <a href="https://www.forbes.com/nhl-valuations/list/#tab:overall" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Forbes</a> to be worth $800 million, ranking them 24th out of the NHL’s 30 teams. Neither Sparks nor Reynolds have publicly confirmed their interest in buying the team.According to research done by <a href="https://www.revolt.tv/article/2020-11-18/65619/halftime-report-melanin-in-charge-the-lack-of-black-ownership-and-coaches-in-the-nfl/" rel="sponsored nofollow">REVOLT</a>, less than 5 percent of the league’s players are Black, and in its 106-year history, only one Black head coach has been hired. On top of that, Black fans make up approximately 6.5 percent of the sport’s regular viewers.https://www.instagram.com/p/CrtKnz0LmRn/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_linkhttps://www.instagram.com/p/CruGcuWPEaf/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

Snoop Dogg Wants To Be Part Of NHL's First Black Ownership Team

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Despite <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/snoop-dogg-gifts-stephen-curry-massive-death-row-records-chain" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Snoop Dogg</a> and Tupac's close relationship, the California native was actually jealous of the late rapper, according to Outlawz rapper Napoleon.During a recent interview with The Art Of Dialogue, Napoleon spoke on how he feels about Snoop Dogg bringing up Tupac in every media conversation he has. “Maybe some of the things he couldn’t tell Pac face-to-face, you know, he can do it in these interviews,” he said. “It’s sad. And one of the reasons why I always try to correct this is because him and Pac were friends. … I already know why he doin’ that, bro.The former rapper continued, “Imagine if you’re the biggest star on Death Row, and Pac come and take all your shine, you understand? And 25 years later, Pac died, and every time you do an interview, that name is brought up. So maybe he’s just trying to take that shine from Pac. You know what I mean?”https://youtu.be/ox1CYiIYsYI

Outlawz Rapper Napoleon Claims Snoop Dogg Is Mad Tupac Took His Shine

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Snoop Dogg will officially be inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame. According to <a href="https://www.billboard.com/lists/sade-adu-snoop-dogg-all-seven-2023-songwriters-hall-of-fame-inductees/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Billboard</a>, the organization’s 52nd annual Induction and Awards Gala will take place on Thursday, June 15, at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in New York City.The "Drop It Like It's Hot" rapper will join previous inductees from the Hip Hop community like Jay-Z, Jermaine Dupri, and Chad Hugo and <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/robin-thicke-and-pharrell-williams-ordered-to-pay-5-million-to-marvin-gayes-estate" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pharrell Williams</a> of The Neptunes. "Damn, Songwriters Hall of Fame? That's big," Snoop Dogg said in a video posted on his Instagram account. "And just to think, I been telling people for the past seven years 'Who you wanna do a song with Snoop?' I'd always say Sade and now we going to the Songwriters Hall of Fame on the same day."He added, "God is good. Just a little kid from the east side of Long Beach that had a big a** dream. Yeah it's true that dreams could come true. If it happened to me it could happen to you. Keep dreaming, keep believing, keep being you."https://www.instagram.com/reel/CnkleIxOo4y/?igshid=Zjc2ZTc4Nzk%3DThe Songwriters Hall of Fame was established in 1969. According to the institution's official website, their "ongoing mission is to celebrate and honor the contributions and legacies of songwriters of all genres of music while developing and nurturing the next generation of songwriters through Master Sessions, songwriting craft forums, scholarships and digital initiatives." A songwriter can only be considered for induction 20 years after the release of a song they wrote.

Snoop Dogg To Be Inducted Into The Songwriters Hall Of Fame

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Legendary label, Death Row Records, has entered the cannabis industry under the leadership of <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/50-cent-responds-to-snoop-dogg-saying-hell-be-a-legend-in-rap-forever">Snoop Dogg</a>. On Friday (Dec 30th), the Death Row Records instagram account shared a brief animated video announcing the new endeavor - Death Row Cannabis.According to <a href="https://hightimes.com/news/snoop-dogg-unveils-death-row-cannabis/">High Times</a>, Death Row Cannabis will first be available at select Cookies California stores throughout California in Brentwood, San Bernardino, and San Diego on Monday, January 2, 2023, with other locations and more states to follow.https://www.instagram.com/p/CmwhN6zj_mo/Snoop Dogg has been the official owner of <a href="https://www.hot97.com/hot-news/death-row-records-celebrates-30th-anniversary-with-a-virtual-museum-experience">Death Row Records</a> since acquiring the label from <a href="https://www.mnrk.com/">MNRK Music Grou</a>p in February of 2022. "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", Snoop Dogg shared in a <a href="https://www.npr.org/2022/02/09/1079761477/snoop-dogg-now-owns-death-row-records">statement</a>. The thirty-year old label was the springboard for Snoop Dogg's career and launched his earlier albums Doggystyle and Tha Doggfather.This recent cannabis endeavor may be new for Death Row Records but this is familiar territory for Snoop Dogg. The rapper-mogul has been an active investor in the marijuana business market for over 10 years. <ul><li>In 2013, Snoop launched '<a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.fs.snoopify&hl=en_US&gl=US&pli=1">Snoopify</a>', a photo-based app that allows users to plaster stickers on their pictures such as joints, sunglasses, and hats. </li><li>In 2015, Snoop became a minority investor in <a href="https://time.com/3821236/snoop-dogg-eaze-marijuana-delivery/">Eaze</a>, a California-based startup that promises to deliver medical marijuana to your doorstep in less than 10 minutes. </li><li>In 2015, Snoop started <a href="https://www.instagram.com/merryjane/?hl=en">Merry Jane</a>, a news media company focused on reporting news about cannabis. </li><li>Also in 2015, Snoop launched a new cannabis product line, '<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTcFL3npqDQ">Leafs by Snoop</a>'. </li></ul>

Snoop Dogg Announces 'Death Row Cannabis' Brand

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Next week marijuana legalization will be on the ballot in Arkansas, Maryland, Missouri, North Dakota and South Dakota. Because of this, rap icon and marijuana enthusiast, Snoop Dogg lent his support to legalizing recreational marijuana use for adults.On November 1st, Snoop <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CkcaJvdrVa3/?hl=en">encouraged his followers </a>to Vote Yes on the legalization of cannabis on next week's ballot. The carousel Instagram post listed five states - Arkansas, Maryland, Missouri, North Dakota, and South Dakota that received his support on the question. He captioned the post "F.y.i. Do what you got 2 do n vote. 💫"..https://www.instagram.com/p/CkcaJvdrVa3/?hl=en<h3>Maryland</h3>Maryland already legalized medical marijuana and decriminalized small amounts.Question 4 on the ballot asks voters, “Do you favor the legalization of the use of cannabis by an individual who is at least 21 years of age on or after July 1, 2023, in the State of Maryland?”If passed, adults 21 and older can have up to 1.5 ounces of marijuana starting July 2023. People caught with larger amounts could face civil fines.It would also allow those previously convicted of cannabis possession and intent to distribute to apply for record expungement.<h3>Arkansas</h3>An <a href="https://www.sos.arkansas.gov/uploads/elections/Issue_No._4_.pdf">amendment known as issue 4</a> would authorize possession and use of cannabis by adults as well by sale at facilities. If passed, the legalization would go into effect on March 8, 2023.<h3>Missouri</h3>A <a href="https://www.sos.mo.gov/elections/petitions/2022BallotMeasures">proposed constitutional amendment</a> would remove state prohibitions on purchasing, possessing, consuming, using, delivering, manufacturing, and selling marijuana for personal use for adults over the age of 21.According to <a href="https://www.kcur.org/politics-elections-and-government/2022-09-07/missouri-amendment-3-recreational-marijuana-legal-weed-constitution-2022-election">KCUR,</a> <a href="https://www.surveyusa.com/client/PollReport.aspx?g=c5fefbe8-7e55-40bd-b53e-e2eae76c835c" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">poll of nearly 2,000 registered voters</a> showed 62% of Missourians support marijuana legislation for adult use, compared with 26% who believed it should remain illegal. If passed, it would be enacted 30 days after the election.<h3 id="h-north-dakota">North Dakota</h3>A coalition of North Dakotans, created a ballot measure that would allow responsible use of marijuana for adults 21 and over.The measure would allow up to one ounce of cannabis possession, up to four grams of cannabis concentrate, and up to 500 milligrams of cannabis in an infused productIf passed, it would become law 30 days after the election.<h3>South Dakota</h3>South Dakotans were able to get enough signatures on a new ballot this year to legalize recreational marijuana.Measure 27 would legalize marijuana possession, use and distribution, according to the ballot measure. If passed, marijuana possession of up to an ounce would be legal. It also would legalize possession of marijuana paraphernalia.If passed, it would be enacted on July 1, 2023.