"I Wish" peaked at number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was certified Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America for selling 600,000 copies domestically.

The lyrics also mention the Los Angeles neighborhood of Crenshaw, and a signpost featuring the street name appears in the background of the music video.

Gil Robertson IV from Cash Box stated that Scotti Brothers has got a huge hit on its hands with this "good-natured, whimsical track" from the Southern California rapper.

Having already received a ton of urban radio adds and with a video that's just been added to the rotation on MTV, this single shows strong potential to succeed on the R&B and pop charts as well.

"[5] Ross Jones from The Guardian wrote, "Over a snake-hipped R&B groove, the boy's light-hearted delivery and humble subject matter invite favourable comparisons with both The Pharcyde and Souls Of Mischief.

"[6] Philippine newspaper Manila Standard called it "a true rarity — a rap song that dares to express vulnerable sentiments while retaining a funky edge".