Ice Cube showed his mellow side on this 1993 hip-hop classic. “It Was a Good Day” details a rare perfect day in South Central L.A. — good basketball, mom’s cooking, no violence — all over a smooth Isley Brothers sample. The laid-back song became one of Cube’s biggest solo hits and a rap anthem of relief. Its vivid storytelling and chill groove make it a ’90s staple that still brings a smile, reminding us all to appreciate when everything goes right.