A little bit of anxiety may have accompanied me as I made my way to the AO Arena in Manchester, where the legendary Snoop Dogg was set to take the stage. With the rescheduling of the tour and some advertised special guests not being able to attend, I wondered if the night would live up to my expectations. But, let me tell you, it didn’t take long for those concerns to evaporate as the party atmosphere took hold.
Starting the night off with a bang were members of D12, who set the tone for the evening and got the crowd hyped. The anticipation built up as we eagerly awaited Snoop Dogg to grace the stage, and when he finally appeared, the energy in the arena was electrifying.
From the moment he stepped on stage, it was clear that Snoop Dogg was here to give the audience an unforgettable experience. He delivered hit after hit, including classics like “The Next Episode,” “Nuthin’ but a “G” Thang,” and “Gin and Juice.” The crowd was on its feet the entire time, dancing and singing along, proving that Snoop’s appeal is timeless.
The show was packed with memorable moments that got everyone grooving. Snoop performed his own hits as well as a few covers, such as Eazy-E’s “Boyz-n-the-Hood” and Dr. Dre’s “Deep Cover.” The atmosphere was infectious, and it was nearly impossible not to get swept up in the excitement. Despite my initial concerns, I never felt out of place, as the audience was a mix of ages and backgrounds, all united by our love for Snoop Dogg and his music.
Snoop’s charisma and stage presence were undeniable, as he effortlessly commanded the audience’s attention. His laid-back persona and smooth delivery made it seem like he was just hanging out with thousands of his closest friends. One of the highlights of the night was when he performed “Young, Wild & Free,” which had the entire audience singing along and swaying to the beat.
As the night came to a close with “Snoopy Don’t Go,” it was clear that Snoop Dogg had given us all an unforgettable experience. The rescheduled tour date and missing special guests didn’t seem to matter anymore, as the music and atmosphere had more than made up for it.
If you ever have the chance to see Snoop Dogg live, do yourself a favour and grab a ticket. It’s a party you won’t want to miss.
Setlist
The Next Episode
Deep Cover
Boyz-n-the-Hood
Nuthin’ but a “G” Thang
Bitch Please
Wiggle
Big Subwoofer
California Gurls
Gin and Juice
Coming Back
P.I.M.P.
Ups & Downs
Signs
All I Do Is Win
It Was a Good Day
Sexual Eruption
Too Close
California Love
Wet (Remix)
Beautiful
Lodi Dodi
Regulate
Ain’t No Fun (If the Homies Can’t Have None)
I Wanna Fuck You
Pump Pump
Snoop’s Upside Ya Head
Tha Shiznit
(Smile) Living My Best Life
Hypnotize
2 of Amerikaz Most Wanted
Jump Around
Drop It Like It’s Hot
Who Am I? (What’s My Name?)
Young, Wild & Free
Snoopy Don’t Go
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