Snoop Dogg’s Animated ‘Doggyland’ Brings Van Van For “Grateful” Lesson

Rising talent Van Van joins Snoop Dogg‘s Doggyland as the new Dogg in town. In a new song issued on Thursday (Nov. 14), she voices the character Vancy alongside Yap Yap, Barks-A-Locks to teach the young audience about gratitude. Titled “I’m Grateful” the sing-a-long ready tune focuses on the importance of family, positivity, and kindness.

In full, it aims to encourages children to recognize and appreciate the good things in their lives, helping to build positive habits and self-awareness according to a press statement.

”I’m incredibly grateful to be a part of Doggyland! Voicing Vancy is a dream come true. Thank you for this amazing opportunity!” relayed the 5-year-old rapper, echoing the song’s theme.

“Van Van’s energy is unmatched, and she brings that same spirit to her role as Vancy in Doggyland”, added Van Van’s manager, Hip Hop  legend MC Lyte. “Listening to her become the character and perform these great thoughtful raps is captivating. I’m excited for everyone to see her talent and experience the joy she brings as a part of the Doggyland crew.”

Doggyland was co-created by Snoop Dogg, October London, and Claude Brooks in 2022 and provides families and educators engaging content to support social, emotional, and cognitive development in children. The addition of Van Van calls to the platform’s dedication to fresh voices and relevant characters.

Additional lessons explored through the 3D-animated clops include affirmations, letters, numbers, colors, animals, good habits, and accepting others. The West Coast rapper leads the cast, voicing Bow Wizzle, with October London taking on Woofee.

“I am delighted to announce that Van Van is joining Doggyland. We’ve collabed with her on a few things in the past and it’s finally time for her to become part of the cast,” explained Snoop Dogg. “She is a gifted rapper and natural entertainer, bringing a natural charm and exuberance to her role of Vancy, a young pup with a lot of style and more importantly integrity. I can’t wait for you all to see how she elevates every song and video she is a part of.”

Take a visit to Doggyland and learn all there is to know about gratitude in “I’m Grateful” above.