Released 20 years ago
The Return of the Gangsta
Coolio · 2006
55 min · 18 tracks · gangsta rap · pop rap · West Coast hip-hop
A nostalgic yet contemporary blend of G-funk grooves and sharp storytelling reflecting West Coast hip-hop culture.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- nostalgic vibes with contemporary flair
- dynamic flow with resolution
- engaging storytelling throughout tracks
- for casual gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer standalone singles only
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released on October 16, 2006, 'The Return of the Gangsta' came during a period when Coolio was attempting to revive his career after a series of commercial setbacks following his peak in the mid-1990s. This album marked his return to the genre that initially catapulted him to fame, showcasing a mix of classic gangsta rap elements with modern production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ice Cube· Warren G· Snoop Dogg
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Intro 0:45
- 2 Let It Go 3:37
- 3 Gangsta Walk 3:53
- 4 Do It 4:21
- 5 Drop Something 3:39
- 6 Bloops 0:32
- 7 Make Money 4:19
- 8 Lady & Gangsta 4:25
- 9 Daddy’s Song 4:08
- 10 One More Night 4:14
- 11 Loosemobile 0:37
- 12 Dip It 3:32
- 13 Keep On Dancing 3:50
- 14 187% WRPM 0:11
- 15 Keep It Gangsta 4:14
- 16 They Don’t Know 3:57
- 17 West Coast Anthem 4:43
- 18 Outro 0:49
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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