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Snoop Dogg CLAPS BACK At Daz Dillinger's Royalty THEFT Claims & THREATENS To END Him!
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Snoop Dogg CLAPS BACK At Daz Dillinger's Royalty THEFT Claims & THREATENS To END Him!

Snoop Dogg vs. Daz Dillinger: Family Feud in Hip Hop

Background of the Conflict

  • The feud between Snoop Dogg and his cousin Daz Dillinger escalates as accusations surface regarding Death Row Records, including claims of forged signatures and unpaid royalties since Snoop's takeover.
  • Daz asserts that he was denied trademark rights to his work while Snoop allegedly attempted to trademark it behind his back, indicating a significant rift over ownership and profits.
  • Snoop's response is aggressive, threatening to harm Daz's business prospects, highlighting the personal nature of their conflict which has been brewing for years.

Historical Context

  • Both artists are first cousins from Long Beach, California, with a rich family legacy in music that includes notable figures like Brandy and Ray J.
  • Daz recalls how he signed with Death Row at 19 without formal training but quickly became a key producer under Dr. Dre’s mentorship during the label's peak era.

Contributions to Death Row Records

  • Daz played an essential role in producing major hits for Death Row, including tracks on Tupac’s "All Eyes on Me" and Snoop’s debut album "Doggy Style," contributing significantly to the label's success.
  • His production work was crucial; Suge Knight acknowledged that much of "Doggy Style" was produced by Daz, emphasizing his importance within the label.

Decline of Death Row Records

  • The decline began after Tupac's murder in 1996 and Suge Knight’s imprisonment; by 2006, Death Row filed for bankruptcy with debts exceeding $137 million against only $4 million in assets.
  • Many artists were left unpaid for their contributions; reports indicated substantial amounts owed to prominent figures like Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre.

Current Ownership Issues

  • In discussions about current ownership of music rights, both artists clarify their positions regarding publishing rights and ongoing disputes over unpaid royalties dating back decades.
  • The history of ownership changes post-bankruptcy reveals a chaotic landscape where various entities acquired Death Row Records but failed to resolve outstanding financial issues with original artists.

Snoop Dogg's Acquisition of Death Row Records: Controversies and Allegations

Overview of the Acquisition

  • Snoop Dogg acquired Death Row Records through MNRK Music Group, with a valuation estimated at $50 million by Billboard based on industry insights.
  • Notably, Dr. Dre retained 100% ownership of "The Chronic," which was initially thought to be part of Snoop's acquisition, and Tupac's albums reverted to his estate in January 2022.

Financial Insights Post-Acquisition

  • Before the sale, the Death Row catalog generated approximately $15 million annually; however, without Tupac and Dre’s albums, it was valued closer to $6 million per year.
  • Daz Dillinger accused Snoop of failing to pay artists since acquiring the label and allegedly using their royalties for staff payments instead.

Allegations Against Snoop Dogg

  • Daz claimed that Snoop forged signatures to control his Death Row era material and attempted to trademark the Dog Pound logo without permission.
  • Daz alleged that Snoop aimed to sell the entire Death Row catalog to Universal for a billion dollars but this claim remains unverified.

Public Disputes and Responses

  • In November 2025, Daz revealed that Snoop blocked him from producing on an album due to a deal where he would take half of producer payments.
  • On December 3rd, 2025, Snoop responded with threats rather than addressing specific allegations made by Daz.

Escalation of Conflict

  • Daz retaliated on social media accusing Snoop of trying to steal his work through forgery and unpaid royalties while questioning whether he should sue him like he did Suge Knight in the past.
  • The familial bond between them deteriorated as Daz publicly stated they are no longer family after calling out Snoop as "Snoop Knight."

Contradictory Accounts within the Industry

  • Despite Daz's grievances, Corrupt expressed satisfaction with Snoop’s management over Death Row and reported no issues with royalty payments.
  • This contradiction raises questions about differing arrangements or potential misinformation regarding artist treatment under Snoop’s leadership.

Broader Implications

  • The ongoing dispute highlights unresolved grievances from artists exploited under previous contracts at Death Row during its peak in the '90s.
  • As rights revert back after 35 years (around 2027), these conflicts may resurface more prominently as artists seek reclaiming their legacies.
Video description

Snoop Dogg CLAPS BACK At Daz Dillinger's Royalty THEFT Claims & THREATENS To END Him! Snoop Dogg and Daz Dillinger are no longer on speaking terms after Daz accused his cousin of stealing royalties and forging signatures since taking over Death Row Records. The West Coast legend responded with a direct threat to "mess him up business-wise," marking the most hostile public exchange between the two family members to date. This video breaks down the full timeline of the Snoop Dogg and Daz Dillinger beef, starting with their early days building Death Row together in the 1990s and ending with the explosive December 2025 confrontation that led Daz to declare they're no longer family. You'll learn exactly what Daz is accusing Snoop of doing with the Death Row catalog, including claims about unpaid royalties, trademark disputes over the Tha Dogg Pound logo, and an alleged billion-dollar deal with Universal. Key moments covered in this video: 0:00 - The accusations and Snoop's response 2:15 - How Snoop and Daz built Death Row together 5:30 - Snoop's 2022 acquisition and the promises he made 7:45 - The Kurupt contradiction that complicates Daz's claims The video also examines the broader context of Death Row's troubled history, from its 2006 bankruptcy with debts exceeding 137 million dollars to the multiple ownership changes that followed. Understanding this background reveals why legacy artist royalties remain such a contentious issue when catalogs change hands. This channel covers hip-hop news, celebrity drama, and the stories behind the biggest moments in rap culture.