Dr. Dre, born Andre Romelle Young on February 18, 1965, in Compton, California, is a seminal figure in the evolution of hip-hop and a pillar of the music industry. As a co-founder of N.W.A., he helped to lay the groundwork for the explosion of West Coast gangsta rap in the late 1980s with the release of "Straight Outta Compton," a groundbreaking album that chronicled the gritty realities of urban life. After departing N.W.A., Dr. Dre's 1992 solo debut, "The Chronic," further cemented his status as a producer of cutting-edge beats and a tastemaker with an ear for talent, introducing the world to Snoop Dogg and establishing his own distinctive G-funk sound.

Beyond the realm of performance, Dr. Dre is renowned for his production prowess, shaping the careers of Eminem, 50 Cent, and Kendrick Lamar among countless others through his label Aftermath Entertainment. Even as he stepped back from releasing his own material frequently after the late 1990s, his presence remained constant, culminating in the 2015 album "Compton," inspired by the N.W.A. biopic "Straight Outta Compton." His recent collaborations maintain his reputation as a mentor and innovator, showcasing his ability to adapt to contemporary soundscapes while still infusing tracks with his classic West Coast sensibility. Across decades, Dr. Dre's influence is indelible—his synthesizing of relentless entrepreneurial spirit with authentic artistic exploration has earned him not just critical acclaim, but a lasting legacy as a titan of hip-hop.

Genres

G Funk

Gangster Rap

Hip Hop

Rap

West Coast Rap

Related Artists

Kendrick Lamar

Eminem

Snoop Dogg

Ice Cube

The Game

Anderson .Paak

Busta Rhymes

50 Cent

Nipsey Hussle

Xzibit

Ty Dolla $ign

Rick Ross

Latest Release

Gorgeous (feat. Jhené Aiko)

Snoop Dogg•

Dr. Dre•

Jhené Aiko

Single - Released November 1, 2024