The tour faced significant hurdles before it began. Nate Dogg, whose hooks were essential to the West Coast sound, was facing serious legal charges just before the tour kicked off. To ensure Nate could perform, Dr. Dre reportedly posted a .
The year 2000 was a unique time capsule. This was right before 9/11, before smartphones, before streaming. The crowd was a sea of Dickies suits, white tees, throwback jerseys, and sideways fitted caps. The air in the arena was thick—literally. The "Up in Smoke" title wasn't just a name; it was a warning. Medical marijuana was just becoming a conversation in California, but in those arenas, the "...med" was the law of the land. Up In Smoke Tour 2000 - med Dr dre- snoop dog- ...