"G-Funk Era"

The "G-Funk Era" refers to a period in the early 1990s when West Coast hip-hop, especially gangsta rap, gained popularity, characterized by a smooth, funky sound. Named after the genre's slang for "gangsta" (G), G-Funk combines sample-based rhythms, deep basslines, melodic synthesizers, and laid-back storytelling about street life and urban culture. Pioneered by artists like Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg, this era influenced hip-hop's direction with its distinct style, blending funk music with rap, and became influential in shaping mainstream hip-hop music during that time.