Here's Why Snoop Dogg Once Asked Kendrick Lamar for Advice
In a revealing interview on The Bootleg Kev Podcast, hip-hop legend Snoop Dogg shared a surprising story about seeking guidance from fellow rapper Kendrick Lamar, demonstrating that even veteran artists can learn from the newer generation.
After watching Kendrick Lamar's impressive Amazon performance in Paris, Snoop was deeply impressed by the younger artist's showmanship and stage presence. Rather than letting pride stand in his way, Snoop reached out through producer Terrace Martin to get Lamar's contact information.
"I called cuh and I said, 'Man, how the fuck did you do that show? What I gotta do to make my show like that?'" Snoop recalled during the podcast. The conversation, though brief, provided valuable insights that helped Snoop enhance his own performances.
The exchange highlights Snoop's humble approach to artistry. "That's what the game is about – learning and getting information and not being too big to ask," he explained, acknowledging that Kendrick was "younger than me, flyer than me, doper than me."
This wasn't the only recent interaction between the two West Coast rappers. Snoop personally praised Kendrick after inadvertently posting Drake's diss track "Taylor Made Freestyle" on social media, showing the respect and consideration between the two artists despite their generational gap.
The story serves as a reminder that in hip-hop, as in any field, growth comes from being open to learning from others, regardless of age or experience level. Snoop and Dr. Dre continue to demonstrate this mindset of continuous learning and collaboration.