1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) Explained

1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)
Cover:1,_2,_3,_4_(sumpin'_new).jpg
Type:single
Artist:Coolio
Album:Gangsta's Paradise
B-Side:
  • "Smilin'"
  • "Kinda High, Kinda Drunk"
Length:3:20
Label:Tommy Boy
Producer:Jammin James Carter, Poison Ivey
Prev Title:Too Hot
Prev Year:1995
Next Title:Payback
Next Year:1996

"1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" is a song by American rapper Coolio. It was the third single released from his second studio album, Gangsta's Paradise (1995), in February 1996. Initially entitled "Sumpin' New", the song uses a sample from "Thighs High (Grip Your Hips and Move)", recorded in 1981 by American jazz trumpeter Tom Browne, and also includes a vocal sample from "Wikka Wrap" by the Evasions, from 1981.[1] [2] The song achieved success in several countries, including the United States, France, Iceland, and New Zealand, where it was a top-10 hit.

Critical reception

Larry Flick from Billboard described the song as "a jumpy, funk-lined jeep anthem that allows Coolio plenty of room to work up a fun, lyrical sweat." He added, "The sample-happy groove provides a wigglin' good time, riding primarily on a prominent snippet of the early '80s 12-incher "Wikka Wrap" by the Evasions. Lighter in content than Coolio's recent releases, this is a hit-bound jam that will leave you gleefully twitching and grinning from ear to ear."[3] Gil L. Robertson IV from Cash Box picked "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" as a "standout track" of the Gangsta's Paradise album.[4]

Ralph Tee from Music Weeks RM Dance Update rated the song four out of five. He remarked, "Unlike so many hip hop singles which lean towards often depressing issues, this is a spirited happy record about having a great party. It kicks off with a sample from The Evasions' 1981 novelty hit 'Wikka Wrap', the Alan Whicker impersonation leading towards an upbeat disco rap which utilises the much-used Chic bassline from 'Good Times' and some sampled Tom Browne horns. A strong third single from the hottest rapper in the biz right now."[5] Another editor, James Hamilton described it as an "ultra infectious jiggly rap smacker".[6]

Music video

A music video (directed by David Dobkin) for the Timber mix was released, featuring Coolio attempting to get to a party. Jamie Foxx and A. J. Johnson are also in the music video. A music video featuring the Muppets was released and premiered on the Disney Channel.[7] This music video was also used as the closing number on the Muppets Tonight episode which guest-starred Coolio. The video won the MTV Video Music Award for Best Dance Video.

Video credits

Track listings

  1. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix clean version) – 3:20
  2. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (clean album version) – 3:20
  1. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix) – 3:20
  2. "Smilin'" – 4:09

A1. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix extended version)

A2. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix instrumental)

A3. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix a cappella)

B1. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (album version)

B2. "Kinda High, Kinda Drunk" (album version)

A1. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix extended version)

A2. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix instrumental)

B1. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (album version)

B2. "Kinda High, Kinda Drunk" (album version)

  1. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix clean version) – 3:20
  2. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix extended version) – 4:33
  3. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix straight pass) – 3:31
  4. "Kinda High, Kinda Drunk" – 3:44
  1. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix)
  2. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (clean album version)
  3. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix extended version)
  4. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix instrumental)
  5. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (a cappella)
  6. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (album version)
  7. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix straight pass)
  8. "Smilin'"
  1. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix)
  2. "Smilin'"
  3. "1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New)" (Timber mix instrumental)

Charts

Weekly charts

Chart (1996)Peak
position
Europe (Eurochart Hot 100)[18] 28
Iceland (Íslenski Listinn Topp 40)[19] 2
Italy (Musica e dischi)[20] 11
Sweden (Swedish Dance Chart)[21] 3

Year-end charts

Chart (1996)Position
Australia (ARIA)[22] 29
France (SNEP)[23] 39
Iceland (Íslenski Listinn Topp 40)[24] 29
Sweden (Swedish Dance Chart)19
US Billboard Hot 100[25] 40
US Hot R&B Singles (Billboard)[26] 100
US Hot Rap Singles (Billboard)[27] 22

Release history

RegionDateFormat(s)Label(s)
United StatesFebruary 13, 1996Rhythmic contemporary radioTommy Boy[28]
United KingdomMarch 25, 1996[29]
JapanApril 21, 1996CD[30]

Notes and References

  1. Elia Habib, Muz hit. tubes, p. 353
  2. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) - Coolio. 1996. US CD single liner notes. Tommy Boy Entertainment. TBCD 7721.
  3. Larry. Flick. Reviews & Previews: Singles. Billboard. March 2, 1996. 68. November 23, 2022. Larry Flick.
  4. Gil L.. Robertson IV. Urban. Cash Box. December 23, 1995. 11. November 10, 2022.
  5. Hot Vinyl. Ralph. Tee. Music Week, in Record Mirror (Dance Update Supplemental Insert). March 23, 1996. 10. August 13, 2021.
  6. DJ Directory. James. Hamilton. Music Week, in Record Mirror (Dance Update Supplemental Insert). April 6, 1996. 11. August 15, 2021. James Hamilton (DJ and journalist).
  7. Web site: Coolio's closing number on Muppets Tonight . . https://web.archive.org/web/20140624150400/http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6BbB8b0wgPg . June 24, 2014 . live . April 5, 2009 .
  8. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) - Coolio. 1996. US 7-inch single vinyl disc. Tommy Boy Records. TB 721.
  9. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) - Coolio. 1996. US & UK cassette single cassette notes. Tommy Boy Records. TBC 7721.
  10. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) - Coolio. 1996. US & UK CD single liner notes. Tommy Boy Records. TBCD 7721.
  11. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) - Coolio. 1996. European CD single liner notes. Tommy Boy Records. 610.7712.24.
  12. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) - Coolio. 1996. US 12-inch single sleeve. Tommy Boy Records. TB 721.
  13. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) - Coolio. 1996. UK 12-inch single sleeve. Tommy Boy Records. TBV 721.
  14. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) - Coolio. 1996. German CD single liner notes. Tommy Boy Records. 0630-14514-2.
  15. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) - Coolio. 1996. Australian CD single liner notes. Liberation Records. D1297.
  16. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) - Coolio. 1996. Australian cassette single sleeve. Liberation Records. C1297.
  17. 1, 2, 3, 4 (Sumpin' New) - Coolio. 1996. Japanese CD single liner notes. Toomy Boy Records. SRCS 7985.
  18. Eurochart Hot 100 Singles. Music & Media. 13. 25. 14. June 22, 1996. August 12, 2021.
  19. News: Íslenski Listinn Topp 40 (20.4. – 26.4. '96). Dagblaðið Vísir. is. 26. April 20, 1996. August 12, 2021.
  20. Web site: Classifiche. Musica e dischi. it. June 6, 2022. Set "Tipo" on "Singoli". Then, in the "Artista" field, search "Coolio".
  21. Årslistor > Year End Charts > Swedish Dance Chart 1996. Music & Media. 14. 11. 30 (see appendix to the magazine). March 15, 1997. December 8, 2020.
  22. Web site: ARIA Top 100 Singles for 1996. Australian Recording Industry Association. November 16, 2020.
  23. Web site: Tops de L'année Top Singles 1996. SNEP. fr. August 12, 2021.
  24. News: Árslistinn 1996. Dagblaðið Vísir. is. 25. January 2, 1997. May 30, 2020.
  25. Web site: Billboard Top 100 – 1996. August 27, 2010. March 1, 2009. https://web.archive.org/web/20090301121523/http://longboredsurfer.com/charts.php?year=1996. dead.
  26. This Year in Music: Hot R&B Singles. Billboard. 108. 52. YE-40. December 28, 1996. December 29, 2023.
  27. This Year in Music: Hot Rap Singles. Billboard. 108. 52. YE-42. December 28, 1996. December 29, 2023.
  28. Selected New Releases. Radio & Records. 1132. 34. February 9, 1996. August 12, 2021.
  29. New Releases: Singles. Music Week. 31. March 23, 1996. August 12, 2021.
  30. Web site: 恋の呪文は1234 クーリオ. Love Spell 1234 Coolio. Oricon. ja. August 31, 2023.

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