Politics
Snoop Talks Favorite Songs, 2Pac’s Politics and “Grammy ashtray” with music obsessive Ari Melber
Snoop Dogg reflects on his career, life, goals, music and politics at 50 years old, sitting in his Inglewood studios with MSNBC anchor Ari Melber for this extensive interview. Snoop discusses his new creative ventures with Def Jam, which grew out of his discussions with Lucian Grainge; advising newer artists like Benny the Butcher; recent music projects including “The Algorithm” and collaborating with Ice Cube, E40 and Too $hort in Mount Westmore; and his reflections on his history and relationships, including Snoop’s live reactions to classic videos from the archive dating back to the early 1990s. Snoop and Melber also discuss Tupac’s legacy and politics, as Snoop recounts Pac’s incisive, sometimes prophetic social critiques that apply today, and notes his revolutionary upbringing — facing a “system that’s designed to bring the Black man down because… he was a Black Panther.” On today’s politics, Snoop says Donald Trump reflects America and its problems, while criticizing Biden as dishonest. Snoop also pairs some of his favorite songs for the right life moments, and jokes about netting 17 Grammy nominations without ever winning the coveted music award, saying “I really want one now, so I can make it an ashtray for taking so long.” This in-depth discussion is the newest installment of “Mavericks with Ari Melber,” a series of interviews with artists, musicians and cultural icons. Check out more interviews at msnbc.com/mavericks.
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@AriMelber
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
"What you wanna be when you grow up?…"
Thanks to Snoop for having The Beat at the compound!
@janicebanks2879
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Loved this interview with Snoop❤Ari always keeps it real😎🫶
@BubbasJuice2145
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Wonderful interview I’m telling you legendary snoop. You’re gonna live long S.O.N.
@ZebraFacts
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
"Trump is America". "Biden is a lier". When first said, I assumed Snoop was referring to where his political support is. Then I thought, from where my opinions and views of the two, I don't totally disagree. I would have loved for Ari to have dug a little deeper with that one. My personal view is, Biden loves to say, "this isn't who we are". What Trump does and says, shows exactly who we/they are. So yes. Biden is a lier, and Trumps shows it every chance he gets. This is why there are Independents like me. Neither of them are great for America, but one is absolutely a great danger for the entire world.
@sandydee6692
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
"They really didn't do the work that I did." 👏🏾 Yes, he put in the work for real.
@coimbralaw
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Love Snoop.
@mynameissanjj1
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Trump=America? Biden=Liar? Did I hear that right? Ari smiled thru that?
@ryanhiggins1902
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Thx Sir
🦏🧜🏾♂️💫☝️🔻⚓️
@OrangeStainCULT45
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Snoop talks like he is rapping all the time. He is more busy at 50 than ever. Ari loves rappers. Luv his thanking speech: he was proud and confident. He is sooooo Fcking smooth! Sad-he hates Biden. Hmmm what’s would he say about Kanye now? How can he likes Trump when all he said is hate and division? Easier to hate, but it’s harder to love. Great interview!
@karenthomas493
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Love Snoop love Ari
@MH-cf1gq
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
20:16 Tupac
@kimberlybroadie
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Snoop dog is the best
@kimberlybroadie
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Snoop deserves a Grammy
@MsJP
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Great interview 👍🏼
@wamu3985
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Thanks Ari ✌🏿💯✊🏿
@bubbaboo2945
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Well snoop I like you but you voted for a man Let's Go Brandon Democrats are evil .Trump is the best President we very had but hopefully we the people will get him back or this coutry is f for whites and blacks much respect snoop 🙏👍🇺🇸🇺🇸
@WonderfullyMade_Lex
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Such a good interview. "Thank yourself" resonated deeply. Love ya for it Snoop ❤
Ari is a student of Hip Hop. Keep keeping it alive Ari.
@sharonllightfoot1689
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Snoop’s a seasoned rapper. My goodness he hangs with Martha Stewart whose life has been anything but privileged. Glad he embraces the younger rappers from an “I’ve been there” experience. This is God’s plan for your life, Ari. Sit down, know their story from your own personal interest and allow Snoop to tell his story. Beautiful thing!
@maryb5638
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
A potato or Apple Snoop!…..never inhale aluminum 💕
@MrKgbronx12
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
They teach Tu-pac in the high schools, in English classes, in New York, too! Poetry, Civil Rights, History, etc.
@jacquelinejones8007
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
This was the BEST interview I have ever seen. ❤️
@louish.9414
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Trump is America lies stealing millions and breaking laws and multiple wives.
@suzannewoods260
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Do not like Snoop Dog calling Joe Biden dishonest. Won't watch anymore of this interview, always thought Snoop Dog as being better than that. Well Martha Stuart is not a fan of mine
@joshdsantis4612
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Snoop don’t forget what trump did for you .. he pardoned your friend.. you said you will move out of the country if trump gets re – elected .. I hope you keep your promise, Trump 2024..
@queenahja4179
December 30, 2023 at 10:32 am
Love snoop spirit 'ase