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It's All the Way Live (Now)

Coolio · 1996

6 min · 2 tracks · gangsta rap · pop rap · West Coast hip-hop

Energetic party anthems blend catchy hooks with playful West Coast beats and G-funk grooves.

It's All the Way Live (Now) is a single by Coolio, released in 1996. Energetic party anthems blend catchy hooks with playful West Coast beats and G-funk grooves. The album is significant for its influence on the West Coast hip-hop scene and its commercial performance, particularly with tracks like '1,2,3,4 (Sumpin' New)', which became a popular club hit. This release also helped solidify Coolio's position as a household name in the mid-90s music landscape, following the Grammy-winning success of 'Gangsta's Paradise'. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does It's All the Way Live (Now) sound like?

Energetic party anthems blend catchy hooks with playful West Coast beats and G-funk grooves. Rooted in gangsta rap and pop rap.

What makes It's All the Way Live (Now) by Coolio notable?

The album is significant for its influence on the West Coast hip-hop scene and its commercial performance, particularly with tracks like '1,2,3,4 (Sumpin' New)', which became a popular club hit. This release also helped solidify Coolio's position as a household name in the mid-90s music landscape, following the Grammy-winning success of 'Gangsta's Paradise'. By 1996, Coolio was riding high on the success of his breakthrough album 'Gangsta's Paradise', which had been released the previous year. 'It's All the Way Live (Now)' served as a follow-up to this commercial peak, showcasing his ability to create infectious tracks that appealed to both hip-hop and mainstream audiences.

How many songs are on It's All the Way Live (Now)?

It's All the Way Live (Now) has 2 tracks, running approximately 6 minutes.

Tracklist

2 tracks·6:57

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 It's All the Way Live (Timber mix) Standout 3:36
  • 2 1,2,3,4 (Sumpin' New) (Timber mix) 3:21

Release Date

May 14, 1996

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

6 min 57 sec