Ice Cube Achieves Milestone with “It Was A Good Day” Surpassing 1 Billion Spotify Streams

Ice Cube, the legendary rapper and cultural icon, has reached a significant milestone as his classic track “It Was A Good Day” surpasses one billion streams on Spotify, marking his first song to achieve this feat. The accomplishment was unveiled by Chart Data in a post on Monday (December 18), signalling a remarkable moment in Ice Cube’s enduring career.

Originally released in 1993, “It Was A Good Day” became one of Ice Cube’s signature hits, reaching No. 15 on the Billboard Hot 100 and securing the position of his highest-charting single to date. The track also achieved success on the Billboard Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Songs chart, peaking at No. 7. While the legendary rapper has not yet publicly responded to the news of this streaming milestone, fans are undoubtedly celebrating this achievement.

Ice Cube’s impressive year continues with the recent announcement that he will receive the inaugural Ice Cube Impact Award from the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. This award recognizes his outstanding contributions to the world of basketball, highlighting his passion for the game and his commitment to fostering essential dialogues on inclusivity, equal opportunity, and racial and social justice. Ice Cube’s impact extends beyond sports, encompassing initiatives focused on education and community development.

Expressing gratitude for the prestigious recognition, Ice Cube stated, “The Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame Award named in my honour is truly remarkable, and words alone can’t express my gratitude for this recognition from such a prestigious organization.” He emphasized his dedication to advancing inclusivity and equal opportunity in sports, coupled with his unwavering commitment to community activism.

The Ice Cube Impact Award will find a permanent home at the Naismith Hall of Fame, where subsequent award winners will be celebrated through dedicated exhibits and storytelling about their positive contributions to communities using basketball as a platform.

The presentation of the Ice Cube Impact Award is scheduled for Martin Luther King Jr. Day on January 15, 2024, at the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in Springfield, Massachusetts. Ice Cube’s multifaceted achievements in music, film, and sports continue to shape his legacy, and this latest accolade further solidifies his impact on the cultural landscape.

Despite these achievements, Ice Cube, in a Twitter post from September, expressed a preference for not being referred to as the G.O.A.T. (Greatest of All Time), stating, “For those who think it flatters me, please don’t call me a fucking goat. Carry on.” He reiterated his sentiments, appreciating the respect but discouraging the use of the title.