Reviewers and long-time fans often cite this as one of Jürgens' strongest albums from his later period, with some users on Amazon even calling it his "best ever". Its success was cemented by the subsequent "Laster-Tournee" in 2003–2004, where Jürgens, accompanied by the Pepe Lienhard Orchestra, performed these tracks to sold-out arenas across German-speaking Europe. Udo Jürgens Es lebe das Laster live 2004
: Tracks like "Weichei" (Softie) take a satirical swipe at societal tropes with a contemporary, almost danceable beat. Udo JГјrgens 2002 Es lebe das Laster
The album is lauded for its high production quality and orchestral arrangements. It highlights Jürgens' diverse range: Reviewers and long-time fans often cite this as
: Ballads such as "Folgst du mir" and "Solang mich deine Liebe trägt" provide the "quiet" moments Jürgens is famous for, showcasing his prowess at the grand piano. The album is lauded for its high production