Artis Leon Ivey Jr., known professionally as Coolio, was a prominent American rapper born on August 1, 1963, and tragically passing away on September 28, 2022. Coolio gained immense fame for his iconic single ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ in 1995, which not only earned him a Grammy Award but also revolutionized the hip hop industry, making it more accessible to a broader audience. His musical legacy includes hit tracks like ‘Fantastic Voyage’ (1994), ‘1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin’ New)’ (1996), and ‘C U When U Get There’ (1997). Throughout his career, he released a total of nine albums, with the first three – ‘It Takes a Thief’ (1994), ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ (1995), and ‘My Soul’ (1997) – achieving significant commercial success. Before his solo career, Coolio gained initial recognition as a member of the influential gangsta rap group WC and the Maad Circle. In addition to his music, Coolio diversified his talents by venturing into television with the creation of the reality show ‘Coolio’s Rules’ (2008) and the online series ‘Cookin’ with Coolio’. He even ventured into culinary arts by publishing a cookbook. Sadly, Coolio passed away at the age of 59 due to an accidental overdose of fentanyl, heroin, and methamphetamine.