C U When U Get There

Coolio

About C U When U Get There

"C U When U Get There" is a song by Coolio featuring 40 Thevz and based on the melody of Johann Pachelbel's Canon in D Major. It was released in 1997 as the first single from Coolio's album My Soul. "C U When U Get There" was also featured on the soundtrack to the 1997 comedy film Nothing to Lose. The song peaked at number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 singles chart and number 7 on the Hot Rap Tracks chart in the US. It was an international success, reaching the top 10 in many countries throughout Europe. It samples Pachelbel's Canon extensively. The record has been certified gold by the RIAA. The first live performance of this song was before its actual release during the free concert at Paramount Canada's Wonderland put on by MuchMusic's Electric Circus and hosted by Monika Deol in August 1997.  


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2011
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[Kurupt]
Now this side gangsta walk (say what?)
And this is how gangsta's talk (like that?)

[Breakdown: Kurupt]
Tell 'em how we do, tell 'em what we do
This is what we do nigga - gangsta's talk!
Tell 'em one more time - gangsta talk!
All the homies in the hood - gangsta talk!

[Kurupt]
To my nigga Eastwood - gangsta talk!
Kurupt and Daz - gangsta talk!
Gangsta's ride, uhh, do what gangsta's do
Bandanna hangin from the rear view
Too smart, know them up, hold 'em up (though)
We could go head up, and I'll fold 'em up slow
There's a gangsta loose, callin all cars
Just left the house in some blue Allstars
Passin by on them thang, it's a brown MC
Niggaz goin buffin DPG (Dogg Pound, Dogg Pound)
Niggaz mad Dogg bumpin a bank account (wood)
But I don't recognize the busta
So I hit up the hood, wit one hand on the heater
The other in the air, Dogg Pound gangsta's yo, we don't care
I gots to watch myself - especially my health, before anything else
My life, my wealth, I'ma G, and I do what gangsta's do
And they do it like me and my G Tray Deee

[Snoop Dogg]
Bitch talkin shit, huffin a dip
Call up my niggaz and say "Yo, don't even trip"
DAZ and my nigga Kurupt
Came through and a MC scooped me up
Aiiyo, I got the ? I usually does
Young Gotti in the back seat fucked up cous'
Man it's ashame how my gang-gang-bang
No disrespect but, hey, we want thangs
In the ? lets see what quest ? seas
Eightball slippin, Dogg Pound trippin
Back in the mo', where we don't give a f*ck
My baby brother NYA, and just he got stuck
By them same motherfuckers who supposed to be killin me
Peelin me, and ya niggaz ain't feelin me
Bad news, seem to travel fast
When you on the mask, and all about'cha cash
All my niggaz in the ?, gangsta talk
And all my homies sippin Hen', gangsta talk
If ya can't get out, and you mad as hell
Say "Biatch," that'll make ya sound for real

[Daz Dillinger]
Haha..
F*ck wit us we, gon' hurt somebody
F*ck wit us we, gon' hurt somebody
Only gone, Dillinger, Young Gotti
F*ck wit us we, gon' hurt somebody

Cha-pow! Layin all these wack niggaz down
Churned out, blowned out, work high, hell
Whattup? I see my niggaz all in the cut
laid back, actin a nut, waitin 'till we 'rupt
No remorse, as we bust, let her feel the dust
Let 'em do what we gotta do, fuckin shit up
Let it be known - Daz Dillinger, rough to the bone
And all alone through ya neighborhood at high exhaust
High stylin and profilin, niggaz comin after me
In actuality they face the technicality
Let 'em feel the battle, it was a tragedy
Everywhere a nigga die for the salary
Pray to God, pray to Lord, watch after me
prepare the back sniff streets mentality
It's the gang and we mad and we walk and we stalk
and we do what we do after dark
Niggaz keep doin what the f*ck they gotta do
and we do what we do when we mash wit our crew bitch (ssh!)
Dillinger, willin ya and killin ya
Doin what I gotta do, it's blood that I'm spillin ya (yeah)
All over your floor; tell the fat guy "Ignore"
Break down your door and let kick ya one more!

Gangsta strait out! (bitch)
To the flat like that
Like whaaat, like this, like whaaat
(like this, like that)

[Kurupt] Now this is how gangsta's walk
And this is how gangsta's talk
[Daz] Whattup!?

[Breakdown]

[Kurupt]
The homie Big Style, gangsta talk
The homie Tray Deee, gangsta talk
Yeah Bad Azz, gangsta talk
The homie Technique, gangsta talk
Supafly, gangsta talk
Kurupt and Daz, gangsta talk
All my hoes, gangsta talk
All my bitches, gangsta talk
All the homies, gangsta talk
Tell 'em on more time, gangsta talk
Biatch! Gangsta talk..

[Snoop Dogg]
Yeah, this is how the gangsta's talk
Yeah, yeah, gangsta walk
All the real G's out there
I know you gettin yo gangsta walk on right now
why'know all the real mack's out there
gettin they gangsta talk on right now
Yeah, DPG, as you can see
We in the place to see
We not talkin 'bout history, or biology
We just talkin 'bout g-eology
Strait up, gangsta walkin
We just gangsta talkin
DPG - we're gangsta's meant the world go..

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Coolio

Artis Leon Ivey Jr. (born August 1, 1963), better known by the stage name Coolio, is an American Grammy Award-winning musician, rapper, actor, and record producer. He is best known for the song "Gangsta's Paradise", and the theme song for Kenan & Kel, a Nickelodeon show from 1996 to 2000. more »

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Written by: Artis Jr Ivey, Henry Straughter, Maleek Straughter, Walt Aldridge

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10 facts about this song

Song Release and Artist
Coolio's song, "C U When U Get There," was released in 1997. Coolio, a notable American rapper, is known for his rhythmic and expressive music, and this song is no exception.
Album Information
The song was featured in Coolio's third studio album, "My Soul." This album was less successful than his previous work but included some notable tracks, including "C U When U Get There."
Song Inspiration
"C U When U Get There" was inspired by a letter composed by John P. Kee, a gospel music artist. The letter was written to his son, expressing love and hope for his future.
Classical Sampling
The track sampled classical musical from Johann Pachelbel's "Canon in D." This blend of classical music and rap was relatively unique for its time, making "C U When U Get There" stand out.
Song Theme
The song emphasizes the journey of life and the inevitability of death. It's a call to cherish the moments and strive for the best, knowing that everyone will meet their end at some point.
Chart Performance
"C U When U Get There" made a significant impact on the music charts. It ranked in the Top 10 of various international charts, including the United Kingdom, Sweden, Germany, Australia, and New Zealand. It also made it to number 12 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the U.S.
Music Video
The music video for the song showed Coolio arriving in Heaven and joining a party, a representation of the song's theme about meeting at the end of life's journey.
Critics' Reviews
Critics have given mixed reviews for "C U When U Get There." While some praised Coolio's lyrical depth and unique blend of classical music, others felt that the song was a bit too philosophical for a rap track.
Impact on Coolio's Career
Despite mixed reviews, the song has remained one of Coolio's most memorable tracks. It is often recognized as one of the milestone songs of 90's hip-hop.
Uses in Media
"C U When U Get There" has been used in various media, such as in the 1997 film "Nothing to Lose." Its universal themes and recognizable melody make it an excellent fit for many contexts.

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