Description
“Fantastic Voyage: The Greatest Hits” is a compilation album featuring the best of Coolio, a renowned rapper from Compton, California. Released on July 17, 2001, by Tommy Boy, this compilation showcases Coolio’s exceptional talent as a musician, rapper, actor, and record producer. The album features 13 tracks that highlight Coolio’s unique style and contribution to the hip-hop genre.
The compilation opens with the iconic “Fantastic Voyage,” followed by the Grammy-winning “Gangsta’s Paradise,” which solidified Coolio’s place in music history. The album also includes “C U When U Get There,” a song that combines classical music with rap, and “Too Hot,” which samples the 1980s hit “Let’s Groove” by Earth, Wind & Fire.
“Aw Here It Goes,” the catchy theme song from the popular Nickelodeon TV show “Kenan & Kel,” is also part of the compilation, as well as “Ooh La La,” “I Remember,” and “1, 2, 3, 4. Sumpin’ New.” These tracks showcase Coolio’s ability to create memorable hooks and his talent for storytelling.
“Hit Em,” “Mama I’m In Love Wit A Gangsta,” “My Soul,” “Country Line,” and “Geto Highlights” round out the compilation, offering a glimpse into Coolio’s diverse range as a rapper and his ability to tackle different subjects and themes.
“Fantastic Voyage: The Greatest Hits” serves as a testament to Coolio’s enduring impact on the hip-hop scene and celebrates his contributions to the genre throughout his career.
