Skee-lo - I Wish 📥
“Skee-Lo was a one hit wonder, no doubt. But unlike many others... he actually brought a completely solid album along with his one hit.” Rate Your Music Skee-Lo – I Wish (June 27, 1995) - Time Is Illmatic
Features a "slinky, funky beat" and a sunny, "irresistible" hook.
Skee-Lo co-produced the record, leaning heavily on West Coast G-funk synths and R&B loops from artists like The Isley Brothers and Patrice Rushen. Skee-Lo - I Wish
It is "G-rated" and "family-friendly," entirely avoiding profanity—a rarity for 1995 hip-hop.
Famous for its self-deprecating wishlist of things he lacks—height, a "baller" status, and a better car than his Ford Pinto. “Skee-Lo was a one hit wonder, no doubt
"The Burger Song" is frequently cited as "bizarre" or "corny," featuring a hook that sounds like a fast-food order. đź’¬ Community Perspectives
The title track remains the definitive highlight of Skee-Lo's career. Skee-Lo co-produced the record, leaning heavily on West
Reviews on Album of The Year and social media highlight it as an overlooked classic of the "golden era."