Snoop Dogg - That’s My Work 3

This album consists of twenty tracks, thirteen of which feature one or more credited guest artists, turning the list of names into a manifesto of stylistic continuity during a period when the artist also released Kush and 7 Days Instrumentals, both dating from 2014.

Pop Bang: Daz Dillinger opens the door to the immediate past

The album kicks off immediately with "Pop Bang," a track that anchors the project in classic gangsta tradition within its first few seconds. Daz Dillinger's presence on this song is no mere coincidence; it reinforces Doggy Style Records' legacy and recalls the longevity of an artistic friendship built over decades. Their collaboration dates back to Tha Doggfather (1996), where Daz Dillinger was already featured by Snoop Dogg, continuing with "I'm Threw Witchu" (R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece, 2004) and "Candy (Drippin' Like Water)" (Tha Blue Carpet Treatment, 2006). On this opening track, the duo reactivates a peer-to-peer dynamic that defined the West Coast sound since the 90s.

Never Had It Like This: Warren G and Teeflii, a generational bridge

At the heart of the album, the track "Never Had It Like this" functions as a crucible where two figures with distinct yet complementary trajectories blend together. Teeflii's invitation, a local rapper, meets that of Warren G, an icon of the Golden Era. This convergence creates a tangible generational bridge between the present and the legacy. For Warren G, this collaboration recalls his long history with Snoop Dogg, visible on tracks like "Groupie" (Tha Doggfather, 1996) or "Don't Tell" (No Limit Top Dogg, 1999). In contrast, for Teeflii, the meeting takes place after this album, since the duo reunited much later on the track "Addicted" from the album Starr (2015), showing here Snoop Dogg's willingness to include emerging voices alongside his historical pillars.

On Edge: Kali Uchis brings an unprecedented melodic texture

The diversity of sounds is confirmed with "On Edge," which introduces Kali Uchis' voice into the traditional canon of Snoop Dogg rap. Her presence marks a melodic rupture, bringing a contemporary feminine texture that contrasts with more raw or funk-based approaches usually employed. This invitation fits within the artist's desire to expand his sonic universe beyond solely gangsta references, although it does not fundamentally change his authorial stance, as evidenced also by the track "Freestyle" where Kurupt takes the reins for a more traditional return.

Weed N Wax: Soopafly Returns to the Label's Funk Roots

The local and functional grounding is reactivated by Soopafly's presence on "Weed N Wax." This track recalls an era when Snoop Dogg and Soopafly already shared the scene in the 2000s, as heard on tracks like "Lollipop" (Paid tha Cost to Be da Bo$$, 2002) or "Can U Control Yo Hoe" (R&G (Rhythm & Gangsta): The Masterpiece, 2004). On this 2014 opus, Soopafly returns not as a new recruit but as the guardian of the label's funk roots, contributing to reactivating the raw energy of an Oakland scene that marked hip-hop history.

Ain't Nobody: Collaboration Density as the Main Force

The very structure of That's My Work 3 rests on the density of legendary West Coast collaborations. Of the twenty tracks, thirteen feature a guest appearance, creating a sonic collage where songwriting remains the guiding thread. Names such as Tha Dogg Pound ("Dick Walk"), Black Hef, E‐White, and Kokane ("Ain't Nobody") or Pooh Bear ("Happy Birthday, Pt. 2") contribute to this balance between tradition and modernity. Each collaboration brings a specific color: from the raw collective energy of "Ain't It Man" to the softer sounds of tracks with Kali Uchis, the album refuses monotony while maintaining stylistic coherence. The tracklist confirms this ambition with emblematic songs such as "Dick Walk," which places Tha Dogg Pound at the center of a return to funk roots, or also "Around the World" and "What's Yo Pleasure," which reactivate the legendary dynamic between Snoop Dogg and Daz Dillinger. These collaborations are not mere appearances; they resonate with the shared history of these two artists, recalling their previous mutual interventions on major albums like Tha Doggfather (1996) or Doggumentary (2011), while announcing a continuity that transcends eras. Pooh Bear's presence on "Happy Birthday, Pt. 2" and Kurupt's on "Freestyle" complete this picture, illustrating how Snoop Dogg orchestrates a grand gathering of his historical peers to celebrate the longevity of the label. This collective approach transforms That's My Work 3 into a manifesto of West Coast unity, where the density of features becomes the primary vector of artistic interest. The opus stands out for its ability to integrate as varied voices as Kali Uchis on "On Edge" or Black Hef with E‐White and Kokane on "Ain't It Man," without ever sacrificing the gangsta identity that founded the project. By sealing his journey with "Gangstas Don't Live That Long," the album validates a strategy where heritage is not only evoked but actively maintained by the raw force of twenty tracks telling the story of an entire label through the voices of its most influential members.

The record for That's My Work 3 is a success story in its ability to integrate a plethora of guests without diluting the identity of its main artist. The album closes with "Gangstas Don't Live That Long," sealing the legacy of a project released between two other studio albums, Kush and 7 Days Instrumentals, both from 2014. It is an album that works less through sonic surprises than through the power of gathering an entire roster of West Coast discography around Snoop Dogg.

Technical Details

- Release Date: February 27, 2014 - Label: Doggy Style Records - Tracks: 20 - Opening / Closing Track: "Pop Pop Bang" / "Gangstas Don't Live That Long" - Guests: Daz Dillinger, Tha Dogg Pound, Teeflii, Warren G, Kali Uchis, Soopafly, Black Hef, E‐White, Kokane, Kurupt, Pooh Bear - Previous Album: Kush (2014)