Coolio (real name Artis Leon Ivey Jr.) is an American rapper born on August 1, 1963, in the United States. He rose to prominence in the mid-1990s with his albums It Takes a Thief , Gangsta's Paradise , and My Soul . His song "Gangsta's Paradise" became an international hit and earned him a «Грэмми» Award. Coolio has had a significant influence on the development of rap music, combining social themes with catchy melodies.

• Genres: Иностранный рэп и хип-хоп, Рэп и хип-хоп, Поп
• Country: USA
• Language: English, Norwegian
• Official website: coolioworld.com