Jimmy Kimmel Interviews Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg & Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
Jimmy Kimmel Live・2 minutes read
Dr. Dre received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, surprised by the large turnout, and prefers collaborating with artists in hip-hop. Eminem is working on his album set to release this year, and the artists are meticulous about their music, with Dr. Dre known for his honest feedback.
Insights
- Dr. Dre, a legendary figure in the music industry, values collaboration with artists across genres but holds a deep-rooted passion for hip-hop, as evidenced by his extensive work with iconic musicians like NWA, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, and Tupac.
- Eminem's unique approach to songwriting, such as composing "Forgot About Dre" before the actual track was produced, showcases the innovative and unconventional methods that have characterized Dr. Dre's career, emphasizing a commitment to pushing boundaries and creating groundbreaking music.
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Recent questions
Who received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame?
Dr. Dre
What is Dr. Dre's preferred music genre?
Hip-hop
What unique items did Dr. Dre use to create music?
Trash cans and boxes
What is the title of Dr. Dre's upcoming album?
"Missionary"
Which artists have a close relationship with Dr. Dre?
Snoop Dogg and 50 Cent
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Summary
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Dr. Dre: Hollywood Star and Music Legend
- Dr. Dre, a highly successful figure in popular music history, received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
- He had not seen Hollywood until he was 16 years old, only venturing south of Wilshire.
- Dr. Dre was surprised by the massive turnout for his star ceremony.
- He has worked with a vast array of artists, including NWA, Snoop Dogg, Eminem, Tupac, and many more.
- Dr. Dre is often approached by artists from various genres to collaborate, but his true passion lies in hip-hop.
- Eminem once wrote an entire song, "Forgot About Dre," before the track was created, a rare occurrence in Dr. Dre's career.
- Dr. Dre prefers a collaborative effort with artists in the studio rather than waiting for them to write lyrics separately.
- He used to search for unique sounds in pawn shops to create music, like using trash cans and boxes for drum sounds.
- Dr. Dre found the music track for "The Next Episode" in a random album without knowing the artist, Lalo Schifrin.
- He and Snoop Dogg have a long history of collaboration, with Snoop recalling their first meeting and the creation of "The Chronic."
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"Missionary" Album: Dr. Dre Collaboration Revealed
- The new album is almost complete, named "Missionary" as a flip from the previous album "Doggy Style."
- Jimmy's favorite position is missionary, which has been his preference for 30 years.
- Dr. Dre will start mixing the album in mid-April.
- Snoop Dogg, 50 Cent, and Dr. Dre have a collaboration on the album.
- Eminem is working on his own album, set to release this year.
- Eminem gave permission for the announcement of his upcoming album on the show.
- The artists are meticulous about their music, with Dr. Dre being brutally honest in his feedback.
- Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson received a million dollars for his work with Dr. Dre.
- The artists have a close relationship, with Snoop Dogg and 50 Cent jokingly discussing abstinence and camping plans.
