“[Pharrell] made me do that song,” Snoop shared. “I would never have done a song like that in the ’90s. But Pharrell tapped into a side of me that I didn’t pay attention to. He told me, ‘You’ve been rapping about women and calling them derogatory names, but they still love you. When are you going to take time to show them you appreciate them?’ And that’s how we got ‘Beautiful.’”
This newfound respect influenced much of Snoop’s later work, helping to evolve his persona and lyrical content. The song became a love letter to women, with Pharrell and Snoop showing a softer, more appreciative side of themselves.
Produced by The Neptunes, “Beautiful” peaked at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100, earning two Grammy nominations. Pharrell’s falsetto and Snoop’s smooth flow came together seamlessly, creating a timeless track that continues to resonate with fans. Pharrell’s collaboration not only shaped Snoop’s lyrical approach but also served as a key milestone in his own artistic evolution.
