TLDR: Moxy Approved explores how Kendrick Lamar’s GNX exposes Snoop Dogg’s history of fence sitting in hip-hop and his shifting alliances.
A new video from Moxy Approved titled “How Kendrick Lamar’s GNX EXPOSED Snoop Dogg as a FENCE SITTER,” dives deep into Snoop’s complicated legacy in the rap game — and how Lamar’s GNX might feature the most direct callout yet.
Snoop Dogg is a hip-hop icon — that’s not up for debate. From his breakout with Dr. Dre on The Chronic to his countless hits over the decades, Snoop has cemented himself as a fixture in rap culture. But as Moxy Approved points out, his career has also been defined by a consistent pattern of shifting alliances and political neutrality — or what some might call “fence sitting.”
According to the video, Kendrick Lamar’s 2024 GNX is aimed at holding Snoop accountable for years of strategic positioning, kicking it off with a song that goes at him, “wacced out murals.”
On the track, Lamar calls out Snoop for sharing Drake’s diss track “Taylor Made Freestyle,” which featured AI-generated vocals from both Tupac Shakur and Snoop himself. Lamar raps, “Snoop posted ‘Taylor Made,’ I prayed it was the edibles,” voicing his disappointment over what felt like a betrayal during his feud with Drake.
Moxy Approved highlights moments where Snoop has appeared to align himself with both sides of beef, from Tupac and Biggie to Eminem and Death Row Records drama. Moxy Approved frames this as a survival strategy, one that’s allowed Snoop to remain relevant and untouchable in the industry.
One of the more striking moments in the video touches on Snoop’s relationship with Kendrick Lamar himself. Despite being a mentor figure to Lamar early on, the video suggests that Snoop’s unwillingness to take sides during key rap feuds reflects a broader pattern of non-commitment.
Moxy Approved digs even deeper, pointing out how Snoop’s collaborations and public statements often shift depending on the industry landscape. Whether it’s performing alongside West Coast legends or hopping on tracks with East Coast rivals, Snoop’s diplomatic approach has served him well — but at the cost of authenticity, according to the video.
One of the more recent controversies surrounding Snoop is his performance at Donald Trump’s inauguration — a move that raised eyebrows, especially since just eight years earlier, he had called Trump a “racist” and vowed to call out any Black artist who performed at his first inauguration.
The question remains: Is Snoop’s “fence sitting” a sign of industry savviness, or does it undermine his credibility as a true leader in hip-hop? Moxy Approved’s video doesn’t claim to have the final answer, but it definitely opens up the conversation.
Check out the full video below and decide for yourself:
Disclaimer: This article is based on opinions and interpretations presented in the Moxy Approved video. The views expressed do not necessarily reflect those of HipHopCanada or its parners.
