Snoop Dogg has evolved from a defining figure in gangster rap to a widely recognized cultural personality, taking on roles that stretch beyond music. His recent musical endeavors seem less significant, with albums feeling more like casual collaborations than groundbreaking work. The new album, "Iz It a Crime?", reflects this sentiment, characterized as an ‘aggressively OK listen’ with a focus on laid-back vibes rather than impactful music, emblematic of Snoop’s current role as an entertaining figure rather than a revolutionary artist.
These days, his records mostly feel like low-stakes kickbacks, as if he dropped decent money on studio time but still made sure everyone got home by five.
Doggystyle remains his most (perhaps only) essential release, encompassing his initial impact on the West Coast gangster-rap template.
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