Hip-hop icons Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre are joining forces once again, much to the delight of fans eager for new Doctor Dre Albums. Snoop Dogg has officially announced the upcoming release of “Missionary,” an album entirely produced by the legendary Dr. Dre. Mark your calendars for December 13th, as this collaborative project is set to drop via Death Row Records, Aftermath, and Interscope. Fans can get a sneak peek of what’s to come by checking out the teaser video on Instagram. Adding to the excitement, the first single, “Gorgeous,” featuring Jhené Aiko, is already available for listening. This track, co-produced by Dr. Dre alongside Erik “Blu2th” Griggs, Fredwreck, and Preach Bal4, offers a taste of the sonic landscape of “Missionary.”
Snoop Dogg has hinted that “Missionary” is designed as a spiritual successor to his groundbreaking 1993 debut album, Doggystyle, which was also masterfully produced by Dr. Dre. This connection to Doggystyle, a cornerstone in the landscape of Doctor Dre albums, raises expectations for “Missionary” to capture a similar iconic status. Dr. Dre himself has fueled the anticipation, stating earlier this year, “This one is gonna show a different level of maturity with his lyrics and with my music. I feel like this is some of the best music I’ve done in my career.” This bold claim from a producer of Dre’s caliber suggests that “Missionary” could be a significant addition to his already impressive discography.
“Missionary” arrives after Snoop Dogg’s February 2022 release, BODR, his first solo venture under the revived Death Row Records banner. The announcement of a full-length collaboration between Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre has been long-awaited, with teases and rumors circulating for years. Now, with a firm release date and a lead single, the anticipation for “Missionary” to join the ranks of classic Doctor Dre albums is reaching fever pitch.
The tracklist for Missionary has also been revealed, showcasing an impressive array of collaborations:
Missionary:
01 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / BJ the Chicago Kid: “Fore Play”
02 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre: “Shangri-La”
03 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / Alus: “Outta da Blue”
04 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre: “Hard Knocks”
05 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / Jhené Aiko: “Gorgeous”
06 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / Tom Petty / Jelly Roll: “Last Dance With Mary Jane”
07 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / K.A.A.N.: “Pressure”
08 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / Sting: “Another Part of Me”
09 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / Method Man / Smitty: “Skyscrapers”
10 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / Cocoa Sarai: “Fire”
11 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / 50 Cent / Eminem: “Gunz N Smoke”
12 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / K.A.A.N. / Coca Sarai: “Sticcy Situation”
13 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / BJ the Chicago Kid: “Now or Never”
14 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre / Dem Jointz / Stalone / Fat Money: “Gangsta Pose”
15 Snoop Dogg / Dr. Dre: “The Negotiator”
This stellar lineup of features, combined with the promise of mature lyrics and Dre’s signature production, positions “Missionary” as a must-listen for hip-hop enthusiasts and a significant entry in the collection of Doctor Dre albums.
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