Coolio
Artis Leon Ivey Jr.
Coolio is an American rapper from Compton, California active since 1987.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter, Actor
- From
- Compton, California
- Born
- August 1, 1963
- Years active
- 1987–2022
Early life
A Compton native, Artis Ivey rose through the West Coast scene and the group WC and the Maad Circle before going solo.
Career
His 1995 single "Gangsta's Paradise," from the film "Dangerous Minds," became a global number-one smash and one of the best-selling rap singles ever.
Major achievements
He won a Grammy for "Gangsta's Paradise" and charted multiple platinum hits before his death in 2022.
Legacy
Coolio delivered one of hip-hop's most enduring crossover anthems and a memorable, charismatic presence.
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