Gangsta S Paradise Coolio May 2026

Both Coolio and L.V. received significant recognition for the track, including Billboard Music Awards and a Grammy nomination for the performance.

L.V. was a co-composer and co-lyricist for the track alongside Coolio and producer Doug Rasheed. Gangsta S Paradise Coolio

The song's massive success was bolstered by its inclusion in the film Dangerous Minds , leading to a music video featuring the film's star, Michelle Pfeiffer . AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more Both Coolio and L

L.V. came up with the idea to rework Stevie Wonder's "Pastime Paradise" into "Gangsta's Paradise". He sang the iconic chorus and recorded multiple vocal tracks to create the "choir" effect heard throughout the song. Gangsta S Paradise Coolio