I dont know about you, but I just dont get the feeling that niggaz are really checking for Snoop like they used to..He has cemented his legacy, which is why he can do what he wants now...He has become a household name, and that is NOT because he was super gangsta...He does have a good balance and has had a great career...impressive career, but i dont think the West(or the rap game in general) is going crazy over Snoop(anymore)..if anything, they want to use Snoop to put other niggas on..He is a rap/Westcoast Legend, but he hasnt been sought after in years, but niggas still got love him regardless...he did his thang and built his empire to where he can do what he wants and not worry about anything...But I THINK if Snoop were to disappear today, I dont think people will be outraged....
Also, let's keep it real..Snoop is viewed as "funny" just as much as he as viewed as a "Gangsta"(in 2007)...that was no diss to him...I like Snoop..I applaud the fact that he is being himself and cant nobody stop that...that's power..