Historical Artist Profile
Coolio
Biography & Overview
Artis Leon Ivey Jr. (August 1, 1963 – September 28, 2022), known by his stage name Coolio, was an American rapper, songwriter and record producer. He was best known for his single "Gangsta's Paradise" (1995), which won a Grammy Award, and was credited for changing the course of hip-hop by bringing it to a wider audience.
🇺🇸 US Billboard Tracking History
5 Charted Tracks
"Gangsta's Paradise (From "Dangerous Minds")"
Entered Charts: 1995
#1 HIT
"Fantastic Voyage"
Entered Charts: 1994
Peak: #3
"1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)"
Entered Charts: 1996
Peak: #5
"C U When U Get There (From "Nothing To Lose")"
Entered Charts: 1997
Peak: #12
"Too Hot"
Entered Charts: 1996
Peak: #24
🇬🇧 UK Official Charts History
10 Charted Tracks
"Gangsta'S Paradise"
Entered Charts: 1995
#1 HIT
"C U When U Get The"
Entered Charts: 1997
Peak: #3
"Too Hot"
Entered Charts: 1996
Peak: #9
"1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)"
Entered Charts: 1996
Peak: #13
"Ooh La La"
Entered Charts: 1997
Peak: #14
"It'S All The Way Live (Now)"
Entered Charts: 1996
Peak: #34
"Fantastic Voyage"
Entered Charts: 1994
Peak: #41
"The Winner"
Entered Charts: 1997
Peak: #53
"Gangsta Walk"
Entered Charts: 2006
Peak: #67
"I Member"
Entered Charts: 1994
Peak: #73