05/03/07 - Snoop Dogg Presents - The Big Squeeze

YounG AleX · 05-03-2007, 03:38 AM

“Is the juice worth the squeeze?”

Snoop Dogg is a legend. You may love that. You may hate it.

Still, no one can deny that the Doggfather has held it down, remained relevant and has overcome many obstacles for his 15 years in the industry. He’s made hits, flops and laughable moves, but he hasn’t stopped. He’s remained on top - for the most part - from Deep Cover to Vato. He’s also been a dedicated supporter of West Coast rap unity, and with this album, he solidifies that.

Snoop Dogg Presents The Big Squeeze is a compilation comprised of West Coast MC’s from the past and present. This mixture of different eras is nice to see, as it showcases a slew of artists to bring either nostalgia or anticipation. Sure, some acts also do their part to bring the dreaded disappointment. But, while some guests are less than stellar (Azure), others demonstrate a well-developed chemistry with The D-O Double G. So, this isn’t all bad.

It should also be noted that Snoop is not just rapping or singing here. Manning the boards for the majority of the album, Snoop’s taking his beat making seriously. Sure, some tracks do sound like knock offs. Hat 2 Tha Bac may sound like a horribly misspelled song title, but it also sounds a lot like a scrapped Dr. Dre beat. To make matters worse, the very next track, We Came to Bang Out, sounds like a watered down Neptunes’ beat.

But let’s not completely bash the production. This album is versatile offering smooth, enjoyable, soulful tracks such as Get Your Body Moving and the remarkable Be Thankful, as well as street influenced tracks such as Pop, Pop, Bang and Shackled Up. The combination of smooth and gangsta is what defined Snoop’s style for years. It’s great to see that sailed its way into his production as well.

All of this does not save the album, though. It’s still got throw-away cuts such as Get Closer and Get It Started. Furthermore, the rhymes on the album aren’t extraordinary, and at times they teeter on mediocrity. For instance, in the following lines, Snoop and Co. show us just how much importance is placed on songwriters these days.

“I used to play with my dick.
Until I found a lil’ cute white bitch
Who liked to play with my dick.”-Snoop Dogg

"On the for real-a, my nigga,
You don’t want none.
Should have kept your mouth closed and
You shouldn’t have respond." -Daz
(He meant responded.)

“I ain’t no phony. I’m the one who put that lil’ white bitch on Kobe.” –Damani
(Riiight!)

With such an outlandish comment, shouldn’t you make sure your rhymes are real, at least?

Nevertheless, the album deserves a listen if you are (or have been) a Snoop fan. If you are not a Snoop fan, the subject matter may be a bit redundant as it is laced with more of the same. Also, the amount of guests on this compilation is not incredibly compelling aside from the veterans who drop by. While I admire Snoop for his time spent in the game, it’d be difficult not to take points off for such weak rhymes or flawed production work here.

The Big Squeeze was supposed to offer more good than bad. Instead, it adds a layer of weakness to the equation. Those yearning for vintage Snoop, may just have to wait until his next highly anticipated solo album gets released, because this album is easily forgettable. Ultimately, in response to the popular quote, the juice isn’t exactly worth the squeeze here.

source-hiphopdx.com

Musicloverja · 05-03-2007, 11:02 PM

That's the truth son

Dro_85 · 05-04-2007, 12:44 PM

gud review

G-Unit Bear · 05-04-2007, 08:34 PM

He's already dropping another cd?

Smitty Pt3 · 05-04-2007, 08:35 PM

yea i got respect for tha doggfather, but im gon hold out for tha next solo album, he gon be doin that all on his own, no collabos, gotta respect that.

2pac and raf · 06-04-2007, 07:50 AM

2noop is cool but the album aint that good....man if he got shot like pac in 96 however.....he would be more revered then he is today.....just shows u what a controversial death can do to your career.

Think Muzik · 06-21-2007, 12:42 AM

yeah that big squeeze album sucks haha..hes not a great beat maker

05-03-2007, 03:38 AM	#1
YounG AleX AleX iS Like... Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Where haven't we been yet? Posts: 3,189 Repped: 886 Repped 5,210 Times in 714 Posts Neg Reps: 66 Neg Repped at 13 Times in 8 Posts	05/03/07 - Snoop Dogg Presents - The Big Squeeze 05/03/07 - Snoop Dogg Presents - The Big Squeeze “Is the juice worth the squeeze?” Snoop Dogg is a legend. You may love that. You may hate it. Still, no one can deny that the Doggfather has held it down, remained relevant and has overcome many obstacles for his 15 years in the industry. He’s made hits, flops and laughable moves, but he hasn’t stopped. He’s remained on top - for the most part - from Deep Cover to Vato. He’s also been a dedicated supporter of West Coast rap unity, and with this album, he solidifies that. Snoop Dogg Presents The Big Squeeze is a compilation comprised of West Coast MC’s from the past and present. This mixture of different eras is nice to see, as it showcases a slew of artists to bring either nostalgia or anticipation. Sure, some acts also do their part to bring the dreaded disappointment. But, while some guests are less than stellar (Azure), others demonstrate a well-developed chemistry with The D-O Double G. So, this isn’t all bad. It should also be noted that Snoop is not just rapping or singing here. Manning the boards for the majority of the album, Snoop’s taking his beat making seriously. Sure, some tracks do sound like knock offs. Hat 2 Tha Bac may sound like a horribly misspelled song title, but it also sounds a lot like a scrapped Dr. Dre beat. To make matters worse, the very next track, We Came to Bang Out, sounds like a watered down Neptunes’ beat. But let’s not completely bash the production. This album is versatile offering smooth, enjoyable, soulful tracks such as Get Your Body Moving and the remarkable Be Thankful, as well as street influenced tracks such as Pop, Pop, Bang and Shackled Up. The combination of smooth and gangsta is what defined Snoop’s style for years. It’s great to see that sailed its way into his production as well. All of this does not save the album, though. It’s still got throw-away cuts such as Get Closer and Get It Started. Furthermore, the rhymes on the album aren’t extraordinary, and at times they teeter on mediocrity. For instance, in the following lines, Snoop and Co. show us just how much importance is placed on songwriters these days. “I used to play with my dick. Until I found a lil’ cute white bitch Who liked to play with my dick.”-Snoop Dogg "On the for real-a, my nigga, You don’t want none. Should have kept your mouth closed and You shouldn’t have respond." -Daz (He meant responded.) “I ain’t no phony. I’m the one who put that lil’ white bitch on Kobe.” –Damani (Riiight!) With such an outlandish comment, shouldn’t you make sure your rhymes are real, at least? Nevertheless, the album deserves a listen if you are (or have been) a Snoop fan. If you are not a Snoop fan, the subject matter may be a bit redundant as it is laced with more of the same. Also, the amount of guests on this compilation is not incredibly compelling aside from the veterans who drop by. While I admire Snoop for his time spent in the game, it’d be difficult not to take points off for such weak rhymes or flawed production work here. The Big Squeeze was supposed to offer more good than bad. Instead, it adds a layer of weakness to the equation. Those yearning for vintage Snoop, may just have to wait until his next highly anticipated solo album gets released, because this album is easily forgettable. Ultimately, in response to the popular quote, the juice isn’t exactly worth the squeeze here. source-hiphopdx.com __________________ I learned that everybody is not your friend. You have to watch who you associate with and surround yourself with positive things and people who want to do something positive.- Gucci!

05-03-2007, 11:02 PM	#2
Musicloverja Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 26 Repped: 9 Repped 0 Times in 0 Posts Neg Reps: 0 Neg Repped at 0 Times in 0 Posts	Yeah.. That's the truth son

05-04-2007, 12:44 PM	#3
Dro_85 Dro_85 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Belfast North Ireland Posts: 1,820 Repped: 1,560 Repped 28 Times in 13 Posts Neg Reps: 0 Neg Repped at 0 Times in 0 Posts	gud review __________________ So who's your top ten? Is it MC Shan? Is it MC Ren?

05-04-2007, 08:35 PM	#5
Smitty Pt3 norris-unot Join Date: May 2007 Location: Dirty South Posts: 1,051 Repped: 447 Repped 0 Times in 0 Posts Neg Reps: 0 Neg Repped at 1 Time in 1 Post	yea i got respect for tha doggfather, but im gon hold out for tha next solo album, he gon be doin that all on his own, no collabos, gotta respect that. __________________

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05-04-2007, 08:34 PM	#4
G-Unit Bear Raider Nation Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 162 Repped: 1 Repped 0 Times in 0 Posts Neg Reps: 0 Neg Repped at 0 Times in 0 Posts	He's already dropping another cd?

06-04-2007, 07:50 AM	#6
2pac and raf Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2006 Posts: 274 Repped: 139 Repped 42 Times in 9 Posts Neg Reps: 0 Neg Repped at 0 Times in 0 Posts	2noop is cool but the album aint that good....man if he got shot like pac in 96 however.....he would be more revered then he is today.....just shows u what a controversial death can do to your career.

06-21-2007, 12:42 AM	#7
Think Muzik Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: CANADA Posts: 909 Repped: 1 Repped 16 Times in 5 Posts Neg Reps: 1 Neg Repped at 0 Times in 0 Posts	yeah that big squeeze album sucks haha..hes not a great beat maker