Coolio

Popularity

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% of people who know them

76%

Liked by

55%

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29%

Disliked by

16%

About

Coolio is an American rapper and actor most known for his 1995 hit single "Gangsta's Paradise". With a career spanning over three decades, Coolio has also released several chart-topping albums and appeared in a number of films. He won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance in 1996.

Coolio Timeline

1963

Coolio is Born

On August 1, 1963, Coolio was born Artis Leon Ivey Jr. in Monessen, Pennsylvania.

1989

Releases Debut Album

Releases his debut album It Takes a Thief on Tommy Boy Records.

1994

Gangsta's Paradise is Released

Releases the single "Gangsta's Paradise" which goes on to become a massive hit and win a Grammy Award.

1999

My Soul is Released

Releases his fourth studio album My Soul, which features the hit single "C U When U Get There".

2008

Steal Hear is Released

Releases his sixth studio album Steal Hear, featuring the singles "Let it Go" and "I Like Girls".

2011

Appears on Celebrity Big Brother

Appears as a contestant on UK's Celebrity Big Brother.

2015

Releases Final Album

Releases his final album entitled The Return of the Gangsta with singles such as "Ain't No Love".

5 Interesting Facts about Coolio

1. Grammy Award Winner

Coolio won a Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance for his hit song “Gangsta’s Paradise.”

2. Released an EDM Album

Coolio released an entire EDM album in 2016, called ‘The Return of the Gangsta.’

3. Actor & Chef

Coolio has appeared in multiple movies and television shows, and even hosted his own cooking show on the Food Network called ‘Cookin’ With Coolio.’

4. Created His Own Cryptocurrency

In 2017, Coolio launched his own cryptocurrency called ‘CoolioCoin.’

5. Was a Backup Dancer for Ice Cube

Before becoming famous, Coolio was a backup dancer for Ice Cube at the 1993 MTV Video Music Awards.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Coolio birthday?

Coolio, a renowned American rapper, was born on August 1, 1963, and is currently 60 years old. He is best known for his hit singles in the 1990s, including the iconic song "Gangsta's Paradise." He has won a Grammy Award and is one of the best-selling rappers of all time.

What is the Net Worth of Coolio?

Coolio has an estimated net worth of $1.5M. He is a hip-hop artist, songwriter, and actor. His wealth is mainly derived from his musical career, appearances in films and TV shows, as well as licensing deals and endorsement contracts.