Snoop Doggy Dogg’s Classic Cool in ‘Gin and Juice’

“Gin and Juice” is a hip-hop song by Snoop Doggy Dogg (now known as Snoop Dogg), featuring Dat N***a Daz. It was released in 1994 as the second single from Snoop Doggy Dogg’s debut studio album, “Doggystyle.”

In “Gin and Juice,” Snoop Doggy Dogg delivers laid-back and humorous verses, celebrating a carefree and party-centric lifestyle. The chorus includes the iconic lines:

“Rollin’ down the street, smokin’ indo
Sippin’ on gin and juice, laid back”

The production, handled by Dr. Dre, features a sample from Slave’s “Watching You” and contributes to the song’s West Coast G-funk sound. The combination of Snoop Doggy Dogg’s flow and Dre’s production played a significant role in the success of the track.

The music video, directed by Dr. Dre, showcases a lively house party scene with Snoop Doggy Dogg, his friends, and plenty of humor.

“Gin and Juice” became one of Snoop Doggy Dogg’s signature songs and a classic in West Coast hip-hop. It received widespread acclaim for its catchy and laid-back vibe, contributing to the success of “Doggystyle” as a groundbreaking album in the genre.