'Cruisin'' contains an interpolation of 'Cruisin'', originally performed by Smokey Robinson & the Miracles.

'Too Hot' contains an interpolation of 'Too Hot', originally performed by Kool & The Gang.

'Gangsta's Paradise' contains an interpolation of 'Pastime Paradise', originally performed by Stevie Wonder, and the first line of the song is taken from Psalm 23.

The intro of the song contains interpolations of the lines 'What you gonna play now?' from ' Make It Funky', originally performed by James Brown, and 'Get on up' from ' Get Up (I Feel Like Being a) Sex Machine', also originally performed by James Brown.

'Geto Highlites' contains a sample of 'Groove With You', originally performed by The Isley Brothers.

(backing)Ĭoolio, Malika, Shorty, Leek Ratt, P.S., WC & Ras Kass In doing so, Coolio takes a deliberate step forward from last year's light-hearted debut.' Track listing #ĭominic Aldridge, James Carter, Reece Carter (co-producer)ĭominic Aldridge, James Carter, Danny Taylor (co-producer)ĭevon Davis, Roblow for Crimelab ProductionĬoolio, Capucine Jackson (backing), P.S. NME gave the album 7 out of 10, and said, 'Instead of playing the role of the Uzi-toting big-shot, he adopts a more reflective view of urban life in Los Angeles. Coolio rejoices in the only life he knows.' this cool-ass homie from Compton has stayed grounded. Rap Pages gave the album 7 out of 10, and said, 'Maybe because he rapped for a decade with no props, got yanked on record deals. Musician said, 'Coolio ties his music to a message that's as deep as the groove.' Few artists can straddle the line between commercial and underground hip-hop.' sets standards that corny lyrics and catchy loops can't compete with.

The Source gave the album 4 Mics out of 5, and said, 'The crazy braided one brings skilled and insightful lyrics that reach and relate to all levels of the Black experience. Coolio and his crew make the ghetto seem not just a place of desolation, but of hope.' continuing in the great tradition of Sly Stone and Stevie Wonder.

Even upon first listen, it sounds like a collection of hits.' Įntertainment Weekly ranked the album #4 on EW's Top 10 Albums of 1995, and said, 'The level-headed street philosopher, preaching respect for black women, fatherly responsibility, and safe sex. the most stylistically broad mainstream rap album you'll probably hear all year. Spin gave the album 8 out of 10, and said, 'Today's rappers aren't interested in sharing any knowledge with outsiders. Reception Professional ratings Review scores 'Sumpin' New' was nominated for a 1997 Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance. The song 'Gangsta's Paradise' won a 1996 Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance. The album was nominated for a 1997 Grammy for Best Rap Album. ' Gangsta's Paradise' reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100, ' 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)' reached number 5, and ' Too Hot' peaked at number 24.

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