Gangsta's Paradise rapper Coolio found dead at 59

Dangerous Minds. Coolio, who has died aged 59, made playful, melodic and popular music, in contrast to many others in the LA hip-hop and rap scene, and had worked hard, succeeding in achieving recognition in a crowded field. Artis Leon Ivey Jr was born in 1963 in Monessen, Pennsylvania – the son of a carpenter and a factory worker – and grew up in Compton, California.

Coolio's hit track 'Gangsta's Paradise' has returned to the charts in the aftermath of his death. The rapper passed away aged 59 after being found unresponsive at a friend's house in Los Angeles on September 28 and news of his loss sent shockwaves around the world, with many fans revisiting the classic 1995 single which made him a household name. It's now been revealed the song has returned to the charts across the globe, with Billboard.

Coolio was reportedly attended to by paramedics for nearly an hour after he was found unconscious in Los Angeles on Wednesday.

Coolio following the news of his death, with particular praise being reserved for his Kenan & Kel theme tune.The American rapper behind the 1995 hit ‘Gangsta’s Paradise’ died at the age of 59 yesterday (September 28) in Los Angeles, according to Rolling Stone.Tributes have been paid to Coolio from the likes of Ice Cube, “Weird Al” Yankovic, Snoop Dogg, Michelle Pfeiffer and Martin Lawrence.The titular stars of Kenan & Kel have also paid tribute to the late rapper, who performed the popular sitcom’s theme tune ‘Aw, Here It Goes’.

the shocking death of the rapper born Artis Leon Ivey Jr., at just 59, from unknown causes Wednesday in Los Angeles — it’s worth remembering just how much of an impact that song had.“I was No. 1 all over the entire planet — not just in the States. I was No.

Michelle Pfeiffer is «heartbroken» over the untimely death of rapper Coolio. The actress remembered the hit performer, bornArtis Leon Ivey Jr., whom she worked with on the 1995 drama, . Coolio's iconic track, «Gangsta's Paradise,» was featured in the film's opening scene and as a single from the movie's soundtrack. Both the song and the album peaked at number one on the Billboard charts.

Tributes have been pouring in from celebrities following the announcement of the death of rapper Coolio.

Tributes have continued to pour in for the late rap legend Coolio. The 'Gangsta's Paradise' hitmaker's longtime manager, Jarez Posey, confirmed the rap legend, who was 59, was found dead at a friend's house in Los Angeles on Wednesday (28. 09.

Coolio, the rapper best known for his UK Number 1 single Gangsta's Paradise, has died aged 59.

Watch Below: Homeless young rapper moves audience to tears on Australia's Got TalentThe rapper, known for songs including Gangsta's Paradise, Fantastic Voyage, and It's All The Way Live was found unresponsive on the floor of his friend's bathroom. He was announced dead at the scene, no cause of death has been announced.  The rapper was 59.According to a TMZ report the musician was in Los Angeles visiting a friend at the time of his sudden passing. The rapper's manager told TMZ that Coolio went to the bathroom and "when he didn't come after a while" they discovered him on the floor. Paramedics on the scene allegedly believe he suffered cardiac arrest.The rapper was also a dad of ten.Coolio rose to fame in the mid-90s after his song Gangsta's Paradise was featured in the Michelle Pfeiffer movie Dangerous Minds. In 1996 he won a Grammy for Best Rap Solo Performance and an MTV Video Music Award for Best Video.Gangsta's Paradise became a number one hit worldwide, staying in the Australian top spot for 14 weeks. Coolio also appeared in a number of films including Batman & Robin, Judgement Day and The Big Help. The father of ten also released two reality TV show series titled Cookin With Coolio and Coolio's Rules.