𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 𝐃𝐨𝐠𝐠 Gets Candid: The Key Ingredient for a Thriving Marriage with Shante Broadus

𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 𝐃𝐨𝐠𝐠 and his wife of over two decades, Shante Broadus, have one of the longest-lasting marriages in hip-hop. The couple first met as teenagers and tied the knot in 1997.

Through the ups and downs of 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩’s career and fame, Shante has remained a constant source of support and stability. But what is the secret to making their marriage work?

In a recent interview, 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 got candid about the key ingredient that has sustained his relationship with Shante for so long. Communication, trust, and respect top the list.

“The key is communication, communication, communication,” 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 said.

“You gotta be able to talk to your lady, tell her how you feel. You gotta listen to her, what’s bothering her, what’s on her mind.”

𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 values the open and honest dialogue he and Shante maintain, where they can share anything with each other without judgment.

“We share everything. We don’t hold nothing back,” he said.

Beyond communication, 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 emphasized the importance of trust and respect in their marriage.

“You gotta trust your lady, respect your lady. That’s the foundation,” he stated.

Shante has supported 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩’s career from the beginning, and he credits her for keeping him grounded through the ups and downs.

“She been down since day one. She knows me better than I know myself. She keeps me balanced,” he said.

𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 also makes an effort to prioritize quality time with Shante, which he says is vital to nurturing their relationship.

“You gotta make time for your lady, take her out to dinner, go on trips together. Just chill, have fun,” he advised.

The couple often travels together and enjoys spending time with their children and grandchildren.

Shante is 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩’s muse and biggest fan, and he says she inspires him every day.

Beyond the practical and emotional support Shante provides, 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 also appreciates her sense of humor and ability to keep him laughing.

“My lady keeps me happy. She funny. She makes me laugh all the time,” he said smiling.

𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 acknowledges that maintaining a long-term relationship takes work, and he and Shante have put in the effort to strengthen their bond over the years.

“Marriage ain’t easy. You gotta work at it, put the work in,” he said.

But 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 says having a partner who is “down for you 100%” makes all the difference.

Shante has been by his side through the ups and downs of his career, and he knows their love and bond will continue to grow.

In the end, 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 credits communication, trust, respect, quality time and laughter for sustaining his marriage with Shante for over two decades.

An unbreakable foundation of love, honesty and companionship has allowed their relationship to thrive through the years.

As 𝐒𝐧𝐨𝐨𝐩 said, “Me and my lady, we got something special. We know how to make it work.”

Their enduring marriage serves as an inspiration, proving that with the right ingredients and effort, love truly can last a lifetime.