It Was a Good Day - Ice Cube - MP3 instrumental karaoke

Ice Cube’s "It Was a Good Day", released on February 23, 1993, stands out as a laid-back yet vivid narrative of an unusually peaceful day in South Central Los Angeles. This hit from his album The Predator, produced by DJ Pooh, contrasts Ice Cube’s usual aggressive style, capturing moments of relief and joy in a gritty environment. The song reached number 7 on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart and number 15 on the Hot 100, making it one of Ice Cube's most commercially successful tracks. Lyrically, he describes a day without violence, trouble, or run-ins with the police—a rare experience, almost idyllic for its optimism. The track features smooth, G-Funk production, sampling The Isley Brothers’ “Footsteps in the Dark,” which gives it a warm, nostalgic feel. Over the years, "It Was a Good Day" has become iconic, celebrated for its relatable imagery and unexpected warmth in the gangsta rap genre.