Nuthin' But a 'G' Thang

Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg

About Nuthin' But a 'G' Thang

"Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang" is a song by American rapper Dr. Dre featuring fellow American rapper Snoop Doggy Dogg from Dre's debut solo album, The Chronic (1992). It is the first single from the album. "Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang" reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 on March 20, 1993, behind "Informer" by Snow, outperforming The Chronic's other singles, "Fuck wit Dre Day (And Everybody's Celebratin')", which peaked at number eight, and "Let Me Ride", which peaked at number 34. The single also reached number one on Billboard's Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart, and was a hit in the UK, where it reached number 31. The song was selected by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as one of the 500 songs that shaped rock and roll. XXL magazine named it the top hip-hop song of the decade. The song samples "I Want'a Do Something Freaky to You" by Leon Haywood. It was later reissued in June 1994 in certain European countries. 


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One, two, three and to the fo'
Snoop Doggy Dogg and Dr. Dre is at the do'
Ready to make an entrance, so back on up
('Cause you know about to rip shit up)
Gimme the microphone first, so I can bust like a bubble
Compton and Long Beach together, now you know you in trouble
Ain't nothin' but a "G" thang, baby!
Two loc'ed out niggas so we're crazy!
Death Row is the label that pays me!
Unfadeable, so please don't try to fade this (Hell yeah)
But uh, back to the lecture at hand
Perfection is perfected, so I'ma let 'em understand
From a young G's perspective
And before me dig out a bitch I have ta' find a contraceptive
You never know she could be earnin' her man
And learnin' her man, and at the same time burnin' her man
Now you know I ain't with that shit, Lieutenant
Ain't no pussy good enough to get burnt while I'm up in it
(Yeah) And that's realer than Real-Deal Holyfield
And now you hooka's and ho's know how I feel
Well if it's good enough to get broke off a proper chunk
I'll take a small piece of some of that funky stuff

It's like this and like that and like this and uh
It's like that and like this and like that and uh
It's like this and like that and like this and uh
Dre, creep to the mic like a phantom

Well I'm peepin', and I'm creepin', and I'm creep-in
But I damn near got caught, 'cause my beeper kept beepin'
Now it's time for me to make my impression felt
So sit back, relax, and strap on your seatbelt
You never been on a ride like this before
With a producer who can rap and control the maestro
At the same time with the dope rhyme that I kick
You know, and I know, I flow some ol' funky shit
To add to my collection, the selection
Symbolizes dope, take a toke, but don't choke
If you do, you'll have no clue
On what me and my homey Snoop Dogg came to do

It's like this and like that and like this and uh
It's like that and like this and like that and uh
It's like this
And who gives a f*ck about hoes?
So just chill, til the next episode

Fallin' back on that ass, with a hellified gangsta lean
Gettin' funky on the mic like a ol' batcha' collard greens
It's the capital S, oh yes I'm fresh, N double-O P
D O double-G Y, D O double-G, ya see
Showin' much flex when it's time to wreck a mic
Pimpin' hoes and clockin' a grip like my name was Dolomite
Yeah, and it don't quit
I think they in the mood for some motherfuckin' G shit
(Hell yeah) So Dre, (What up Dog?)
Gotta give 'em what they want (What's that, G?)
We gotta break 'em off somethin' (Hell yeah)
And it's gotta be bumpin' (City of Compton!)

It's where it takes place, so when asked, yo' attention
Mobbin' like a motherfucker, but I ain't lynchin'
Droppin' the funky shit that's makin' the sucker niggas mumble
When I'm on the mic, it's like a cookie, they all crumble
Try to get close, and your ass'll get smacked
My motherfuckin' homie Doggy Dogg has got my back
Never let me slip, 'cause if I slip, then I'm slippin'
But if I got my Nina, then you know I'm straight trippin'
And I'ma continue to put the rap down, put the mack down
And if yo bitches talk shit, I'll have to put the smack down
Yeah, and you don't stop
I told you I'm just like a clock when I tick and I tock
But I'm never off, always on, to the break of dawn
C-O-M-P-T-O-N, and the city they call Long Beach
Puttin' the shit together
Like my nigga D.O.C., "No One Can Do It Better"

Like this, that and this and uh
It's like that and like this and like that and uh
It's like this
And who gives a f*ck about hoes?
So just chill, 'til the next episode

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Dr. Dre

Andre Romelle Young (born February 18, 1965), known by his stage name Dr. Dre, is an American rapper, record producer, entrepreneur, and actor. He is the founder and current CEO of Aftermath Entertainment and Beats Electronics. Dre was previously the co-owner and artist of Death Row Records. He has produced albums for and overseen the careers of many rappers, including Snoop Dogg, Eminem, 50 Cent and Game. He is credited as a key figure in the popularization of West Coast G-funk, a style of rap music characterized as synthesizer-based with slow, heavy beats. In 2011, Dr. Dre was ranked as the third richest figure in the American hip hop scene by Forbes with a net worth of $250 million. more »

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Written by: Calvin C. Broadus, William Thomas Polk, Leon Haywood

Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, ENTERTAINMENT ONE U.S. LP

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11 facts about this song

Release and Reception
"Nuthin' But a 'G' Thang" was released as a lead single from Dr. Dre's debut solo album, "The Chronic." - Upon its release in 1992, the song reached the number two spot on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Significant Collaboration
This song marked the first major collaboration between Dr. Dre and rapper Snoop Dogg, creating a new wave in the hip hop industry.
Influence
"Nuthin' But a ‘G' Thang” played a significant role in popularizing "G-funk" to a mainstream audience – G-funk is a sub-genre of hip hop music characterized by a synthesizer foundation and slow, heavy beats.
Recognition
In 1994, the song received a Grammy nomination for Best Rap Performance by a Duo or Group. - Rolling Stone magazine ranked it as the 11th greatest hip-hop song ever in their 2012 list.
Lyrics and Theme
The lyrics revolve around the street lifestyle of Los Angeles, reflecting Dr. Dre's experiences growing up in Compton and Snoop's in Long Beach.
Music Video
The music video for "Nuthin' but a 'G' Thang" was rewarding for its unique take on street life and it helped to project Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg into higher levels of fame.
Sampling
The rhythm and bassline of the song were sampled from Leon Haywood's "I Want'a Do Something Freaky to You."
Cultural Influence
In 2004, "Nuthin' But a 'G' Thang" was included in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll exhibit, proving its landmark status and enduring cultural influence.
Influence on Artists
It became an influential song within the hip hop community and traces of its impact can be seen in the works of various artists who followed.
Commercial Success
"Nuthin' But a 'G' Thang" sold over one million copies, earning it a platinum certification from the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).
Parodies and Tributes
In popular culture, the song is often parodied and referenced, reflecting its cultural significance. For example, it featured in the video game "Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas" as part of the game's soundtrack.

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