4,5,6
| 4,5,6 | ||||
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| Released | September 26, 1995 | |||
| Recorded | 1995 | |||
| Studio | Bearsville | |||
| Genre | Hardcore hip hop | |||
| Length | 42:13 | |||
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| Kool G Rap chronology | ||||
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| Singles from 4,5,6 | ||||
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| Source | Rating |
| AllMusic | |
| RapReviews | 8/10 |
| The New Rolling Stone Album Guide | |
| The Source | |
4,5,6 is the debut solo studio album by American rapper Kool G Rap. It was released on September 26, 1995, via Cold Chillin' Records. The album's title signifies the winning combination at the urban street game of cee-lo.
The recording sessions took place at Bearsville Studios. The album was produced by Dr. Butcher, Buckwild, Naughty Shorts, and T-Ray. It features guest appearances from B-1, MF Grimm, Nas, and Shawn Brown.
The album peaked at number 24 on the Billboard 200 and atop the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums charts. It was supported with singles "It's a Shame" and "Fast Life". The latter made it to number 74 on the Billboard Hot 100.