He is best-known for hits "Put It On Me", "Between Me And You", "Wonderful" and for being associated with Jay-Z as a part of The Murderers. Ja Rule has sold over 20 Million albums worldwide and has released six albums with one on the way. His best-selling albums are Pain Is Love and Rule 3:36. Ja Rule has beefed with rappers DMX, 50 Cent, The Game, Busta Rhymes, Dr. Dre, and Eminem.
Early life:
He attended Junior High School in Floral Park, New York, where he met his future wife Aisha Murray and they graduated in 1991. They attended Martin Van Buren High School together but he did not graduate. When Atkins was five years old, his sister died from respiratory problems. Growing up in a strict religious home, Atkin's family did not celebrate birthdays and Christmas, and as a child, was not allowed to listen to rap music. When he first heard it, he decided to be a rapper. He would sneak the music into his house and played it on his CD player when his mother wasn't around. Atkins is married to his high school sweetheart, Aisha Atkins née Murray.They have three children: Brittney (11), Jeffrey Junior (6) and Jordan (3).He and his family live in a mansion in New Jersey.
Rise to Fame:
At age 15, Atkins appeared with 0-1 and Chris Black as part of Cash Money Click. This would lead to him being signed by TVT Records in 1994. He would end up being heard by a young DJ who called himself DJ Irv, then later Irv Gotti. Gotti, was a friend of Jay-Z's and he was also a DJ for Def Jam Recordings. During the mid 90s his main priority was meeting Ja Rule. He wanted to sign Ja to his new label Murder Inc. Records. He wanted Ja because of his distinct deep voice. After Irv was able to sign Ja along with DMX and Jay-Z to Def Jam. He began to have an idea that they all work together. They formed a group named The Murderers. They recorded many songs together. Friction tore the group apart, DMX, a rapper that sounds very similar to Ja accused him of trying to steal his style with the deep voice, by saying that before the three were signed Ja tried to make his voice sound lighter but heard him embrace the deep voice and tried to imitate it. They had planned to release an album together, but this idea was scrapped and they all made appearances on their respective albums. Still, around this time, Ja Rule was still fairly unknown. Jay-Z, at the time a young star and new to Def Jam, was the most popular rapper in hip hop. Russell Simmons had the idea that in order to build hype around Ja Rule and capitalize on Jay's popularity that Ja Rule do a verse on Jay-Z's 1998 single Can I Get A..., which also featured Amil. Ja's performance of the verse made him a household name and he became an instant star and by the release of his album a year later he was one of Def Jam Recordings premier acts.
I'm Real
Ja Rule Lyrics
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(What's my motherfuckin' name?)
R-U-L-E
(Blowin' back on this Mary Jane, I'm analyzin' the game)
And the game done chose me
(To bring pain to pussy niggas and pussy hoes, it's one in the same)
Ever since you told me
(There's only room for two, I've been makin' less room for you)
(Hug me, love me, judge me, the only Man that hovers above me, holla)
I met so many men and it's like they're all the same
My appetite for lovin' is now my hunger pain
And when I'm feelin' sexy, who's gonna come for me?
My only problem is their insecurity
(Are you tired of bein' alone?) Yeah, yeah
(Sick of arguin' on the phone?) Yeah, yeah
(While you're tellin' all your friends) Yeah, yeah
(That your nigga don't understand) My love
'Cause I'm real
(The way you walk, the way you move, the way you talk)
'Cause I'm real
(The way you stare, the way you look, your style, your hair)
'Cause I'm real
(The way you smile, the way you smell, it drives me wild)
'Cause I'm real
And I can't go on without you
Girl, I've been thinkin' 'bout this relationship
And I wanna know, is this as good as it gets?
'Cause we've been through the worst times and the best times
But it was our time, even if it was part-time
Now they been lookin' at me, smilin' at me, laughin' like we wasn't happy
But not knowin' that we're growin' and we're gettin' married
Hard lovin' and straight thuggin'
Bitch, I ain't doin this shit for nothin'
I'm here to get it poppin', hoppin', let's ride up in the Benz
Hair blowin' in the wind, sun glistenin' off my skin, hey
I'm nasty, ha, you know me
But you still gon' fuck with your baby
'Cause I'm real
(The way you walk, the way you move, the way you talk)
'Cause I'm real
(The way you stare, the way you look, your style, your hair)
'Cause I'm real
(The way you smile, the way you smell, it drives me wild)
'Cause I'm real
And I can't go on without you
Now people lovin' me and hatin' me, treatin' me ungratefully
But not knowin' that they ain't makin' or breakin' me
My life, I live it to the limit and I love it
Now I can breathe again, baby, now I can breathe again
Now people screamin', "What the deal with you and so and so?"
I tell them niggas, mind their biz, but they don't hear me though
'Cause I live my life to the limit and I love it
Now I can breathe again, baby, now I can breathe again
(Are you tired of bein' alone?) Yeah, yeah
(Sick of arguin' on the phone?) Yeah, yeah
(While you're tellin' all your friends) Yeah, yeah
(That your nigga don't understand) My love
'Cause I'm real
(The way you walk, the way you move, the way you talk)
'Cause I'm real
(The way you stare, the way you look, your style, your hair)
'Cause I'm real
(The way you smile, the way you smell, it drives me wild)
'Cause I'm real
And I can't go on without you
'Cause I'm real
(The way you walk, the way you move, the way you talk)
'Cause I'm real
(The way you stare, the way you look, your style, your hair)
'Cause I'm real
(The way you smile, the way you smell, it drives me wild)
'Cause I'm real
And I can't go on without you
The song "I'm Real" by Ja Rule featuring Jennifer Lopez is a song about relationships and love. Ja Rule introduces himself by saying his name and that he's analyzing the game, indicating that he's aware of the politics behind love and relationships. He then talks about how the game has chosen him to bring pain to those who disrespect him. He mentions that ever since he was told that there's only room for two, he has been making less room for others. He then talks about how only God can judge him and holla at him, emphasizing that he is his own authority.
Jennifer Lopez then enters the song, singing about how she's met so many men and they're all the same. She talks about her appetite for love and how it has become a hunger pain, indicating that she's yearning for something or someone. However, her problem is with their insecurity, implying that she's looking for a confident and dependable partner. She then asks if her lover is tired of being alone and sick of arguing on the phone, indicating that she wants to be with him.
The chorus, "Cause I'm real" is repeated several times, emphasizing that their love is authentic and genuine. Ja Rule jumps back in, talking about their relationship and how they're growing and getting married, despite what other people say. He boasts about his lifestyle and how he's doing things for a purpose, not for nothing. Jennifer Lopez then steps back in and sings about how people are treating her, loving and hating her, but her life is hers to live. The song ends with the chorus being repeated and emphasized.
Line by Line Meaning
Murder Inc.
Introducing the record label and music group that Ja Rule is part of.
(What's my motherfuckin' name?) R-U-L-E
Ja Rule identifying himself by his name, spelling it out for emphasis.
(Blowin' back on this Mary Jane, I'm analyzin' the game)
Ja Rule smoking marijuana and observing the music industry.
(To bring pain to pussy niggas and pussy hoes, it's one in the same)
Ja Rule's mission in the industry is to hurt weak and untrustworthy men and women.
(There's only room for two, I've been makin' less room for you)
Ja Rule is distancing himself from someone who has said there's only room for two, likely in a romantic context.
(Hug me, love me, judge me, the only Man that hovers above me, holla)
Ja Rule is calling out to God for acceptance and support.
My appetite for lovin' is now my hunger pain
Jennifer Lopez is expressing her need for love and intimacy.
And when I'm feelin' sexy, who's gonna come for me?
Jennifer Lopez wonders who will fulfill her sexual desires.
My only problem is their insecurity
Jennifer Lopez's partners' insecurity is an impediment to the success of the relationship.
(Are you tired of bein' alone?) Yeah, yeah
Jennifer Lopez asks if her partner is tired of being alone.
(Sick of arguin' on the phone?) Yeah, yeah
Jennifer Lopez asks if her partner is tired of having arguments on the phone.
(While you're tellin' all your friends) Yeah, yeah
Jennifer Lopez notes that her partner is complaining to their friends that she doesn't understand them.
(That your nigga don't understand) My love
Jennifer Lopez clarifies that she does love her partner, despite their misunderstandings.
Girl, I've been thinkin' 'bout this relationship
Ja Rule is contemplating the status of his romantic connection with Jennifer Lopez.
And I wanna know, is this as good as it gets?
Ja Rule is wondering if this is the best the relationship can ever be.
But it was our time, even if it was part-time
Ja Rule acknowledges that the relationship happened during a specific time, even if it was brief.
But not knowin' that we're growin' and we're gettin' married
Ja Rule has matured and sees the potential for the relationship to become more permanent.
Bitch, I ain't doin this shit for nothin'
Ja Rule is clear that he's not putting effort into the relationship just for the sake of it.
I'm here to get it poppin', hoppin', let's ride up in the Benz
Ja Rule is ready to take the next step and enjoy the fruits of his labor.
(Are you tired of bein' alone?) Yeah, yeah
Jennifer Lopez asks her partner again if they are tired of being alone.
(Sick of arguin' on the phone?) Yeah, yeah
Jennifer Lopez wonders if her partner is tired of having arguments on the phone.
(While you're tellin' all your friends) Yeah, yeah
Jennifer Lopez is aware that her partner is complaining to their friends that she doesn't understand them.
(That your nigga don't understand) My love
Jennifer Lopez points out that she does still love her partner, despite these complaints.
Now people lovin' me and hatin' me, treatin' me ungratefully
Ja Rule is experiencing both love and hate from others, and feels unappreciated.
But not knowin' that they ain't makin' or breakin' me
Ja Rule knows that other people's opinions and actions won't make or break him.
(Are you tired of bein' alone?) Yeah, yeah
Jennifer Lopez asks her partner one more time if they are tired of being alone.
(Sick of arguin' on the phone?) Yeah, yeah
Jennifer Lopez wonders if her partner is tired of having arguments on the phone.
(While you're tellin' all your friends) Yeah, yeah
Jennifer Lopez notes that her partner is still talking to their friends about their relationship.
(That your nigga don't understand) My love
Jennifer Lopez emphasizes again that she does still love her partner.
'Cause I'm real
Jennifer Lopez is reminding her partner that she's genuine and authentic.
(The way you walk, the way you move, the way you talk)
Jennifer Lopez is admiring her partner and commenting on their characteristics.
(And I can't go on without you)
Jennifer Lopez makes it clear that she can't continue living without her partner.
Now people screamin', "What the deal with you and so and so?"
Ja Rule is being asked about his relationship with Jennifer Lopez by others.
I tell them niggas, mind their biz, but they don't hear me though
Ja Rule is telling others to stay out of his business, but they aren't listening.
(The way you smile, the way you smell, it drives me wild)
Jennifer Lopez is expressing her attraction to her partner's smile and scent.
And now I can breathe again, baby, now I can breathe again
Ja Rule is relieved and feels free now that he and Jennifer Lopez are together.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Peermusic Publishing, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Leshan Lewis, Martin Denny, Jennifer Lopez, Mark Rooney, Jean Claude Oliver, Irving D Lorenzo, Jeffrey Atkins
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@quantemor4206
Imagine singing a song about being real and it's not even your voice! 😢😂😂😂😂
@monanation
It’s because you’re gullible, you’re illiterate and unintelligible
@jenellewood2437
The song still a bop!!
@monanation
You’re gullible and very ignorant
@user-rg6pj3zz8v
😂
@Tonny_Kondo
Shit unreal 😅🤣
@AmeliaMark503
Jennifer Lopez dun went off 2 da next level like fr fr 💖 a u t h e n t I c v i e w s 💖 is what got them HUGE!
@Greesy-cm2jv
Ashanti killed it!! Her and Ja Rule were such an iconic duo in the 2000’s
@BeeBee-ei1qy
I care to disagree Jlo fan for lyfe ❤❤❤🎉
@torianmcneill3794
@@BeeBee-ei1qyit’s Ashanti’s voice all the way J LO dubbed it