Coolio Gangsta's Paradise (Blue)

Coolio's iconic 1995 hit, "Gangsta's Paradise," is one of rap's most commercially successful crossover tracks. A global phenomenon, it topped charts worldwide, becoming the best-selling single of 1995 in the US and a groundbreaking rap number one in the UK. The song's impact was recognized with a Grammy for Best Rap Solo Performance and two MTV Video Music Awards, solidifying it's status as a defining hip-hop anthem of the decade with multi-platinum sales. In celebration of the 30th anniversary of "Gangsta's Paradise," Tommy Boy is releasing this 7" single, which features the instrumental version as the b-side.