Coolio - Ooh La La (live At Top Of The Pops In 1997) May 2026

In October 1997, Coolio took the stage of the legendary UK music program to perform his high-energy single, "Ooh La La" . Coming off the massive global success of "Gangsta's Paradise," this performance showcased a different side of the West Coast rapper—one that leaned into upbeat, party-ready production while maintaining his signature lyrical flow. The Performance and Broadcast

"Ooh La La" was released on September 9, 1997, as the second single from Coolio's third solo album, My Soul . While the album also featured the top-five hit "C U When U Get There," "Ooh La La" found its most significant success outside the United States. Coolio - Ooh La La (Live at Top of The Pops in 1997)

: Though My Soul went platinum and contained major hits, it faced the difficult task of following the multi-platinum success of Gangsta's Paradise . Legacy of the Track In October 1997, Coolio took the stage of