“STILL BLOWIN’ MINDS!” — Dr. Dre & Snoop Dogg’s The Next Episode Smashes 868 Million Views on YouTube
Los Angeles — More than two decades after its release, Dr. Dre’s iconic anthem The Next Episode featuring Snoop Dogg, Kurupt, and Nate Dogg is proving that classics never die. The official music video has now soared past 868 million views on YouTube, a jaw-dropping number that cements its place as one of hip-hop’s most enduring cultural touchstones.
First released in 1999 as part of Dre’s landmark 2001 album, the track became an instant West Coast anthem, blasting from car speakers, clubs, and arenas worldwide. With its unforgettable hook — “Smoke weed every day” — and sleek, laid-back beat, the song defined an era and introduced a new generation to Dre’s polished G-funk sound.
Fans across the globe continue to stream it daily, keeping the video trending even among Gen Z audiences who weren’t born when the song first dropped. One YouTube commenter summed it up best: “This isn’t a song, it’s a lifestyle.”
The milestone is a reminder of just how powerful Dre and Snoop’s partnership remains. From their early days on Nuthin’ but a ‘G’ Thang to their unforgettable reunion at the 2022 Super Bowl Halftime Show, the duo continues to bridge generations and keep hip-hop history alive.
At nearly a billion views, The Next Episode is well on its way to crossing another historic threshold — proving once again that legends never fade, they only grow louder with time.
