In a truly stunning moment during the Season 26 finale of NBC’s The Voice, hip-hop icon Snoop Dogg showcased a rare and heartfelt vocal talent by performing the timeless soul classic, the song “(Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay,” alongside his finalist, Jeremy Beloate. The performance served as a powerful tribute that spanned genres and honored one of music history’s greatest losses.
🕊️ A Tribute on a Tragic Anniversary
The choice of the song “(Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay,” originally recorded by Otis Redding, was a poignant one. The finale took place around the anniversary of Redding’s tragic passing at the age of 26.
- Data Point: Otis Redding died in a plane crash on December 10, 1967. The final performances of The Voice Season 26 aired in December 2024, placing the performance around the 57th anniversary of the soul legend’s death (not the 58th as previously stated, as the finale would have aired in late 2024).
- Legacy: “(Sittin’ On) The Dock Of The Bay” became Redding’s only number one single, shooting to the top of the charts in 1968 after his death.
Snoop Dogg’s heartfelt rendition blended his signature style with the song’s timeless soul, showcasing a melodic side of the rap legend that left audiences in awe. The performance was met with roaring applause, cementing the duet as a standout moment of the season.
🫂 The Mentor-Protégé Bond
The collaboration highlighted the deep bond between coach and contestant. Jeremy Beloate, who demonstrated incredible versatility throughout the season, was coached by Snoop Dogg (Team Snoop).
The emotional connection was clear earlier in the finale when Snoop Dogg was visibly moved to tears during Beloate’s solo rendition of the Jackie DeShannon classic song “What the World Needs Now Is Love.”
| Key Figures & Roles | Role in the Finale | Outcome/Data |
| Snoop Dogg | Coach, Performer | Showcased vocal versatility, secured his protégé a top-five finish. |
| Jeremy Beloate | Finalist, Performer | Finished in 5th Place (Top 5). |
| Sofronio Vasquez | Winner | Coached by Michael Bublé. |
| Gwen Stefani, Reba McEntire | Co-Coaches | Both also had finalists in the Top 5. |
While Beloate ultimately placed 5th—behind champion Sofronio Vasquez, coached by Michael Bublé—the duet was widely celebrated as a testament to reinvention, mentorship, and the enduring power of music across genres. Snoop’s willingness to step outside of his hip-hop comfort zone to honor a soul legend while championing his protégé delivered a performance destined for replay in The Voice history.