Thug Lovin'
Ja Rule Lyrics

Yeah
This is how it's going down, it's Ja Rule, baby

(All we need is a stage, God, shit)
We just need a platform to express ourselves, God bless

Ah-ah, yeah, yeah, yeah (yeah, come on, ah-ah-ah)
Expressing enthusiasm and excitement, come on, let's do this

It's on and poppin', baby (han)
We're ready to go, it's happening

The Last Temptation, ah-ah (Last Temptation)
Referencing his album 'The Last Temptation'

He's back (woo)
Ja Rule is back in the music scene

Y'all know who I'm talkin' 'bout (no)
Referring to himself, Ja Rule

To the world over, B. Brown (oh, oh)
Shoutout to B. Brown, their collaborator

And I know you're gettin' bored (come on, come on)
Acknowledging that the listener is becoming bored

Dealin' with him (workin', what, come on, ah-ah)
Referring to the listener's current partner

I know you miss my lovin', my thuggin', thug lovin' (han, han, han)
Recognizing that the listener misses Ja Rule's love and thug lifestyle

And I know you're gettin' bored
Reiterating that the listener is becoming bored

Dealin' with him
Continuing to refer to the listener's current partner

I know you miss my lovin', my thuggin', thug lovin'
Affirming that the listener misses Ja Rule's love and thug lifestyle

And I know you're gettin' bored, baby
Repeating that the listener is becoming bored

I know you're livin' your life faithfully, safely, away from me (woo)
Recognizing that the listener is living a safe and faithful life without Ja Rule

But you miss being next to me, don't you?
Suggesting that the listener still longs for Ja Rule's presence

Don't let her love haunt you
Advising the listener not to let their current partner's love negatively affect them

Lust for what you want
Encouraging the listener to desire what they truly want

Go for your guns and back out on anyone
Urging the listener to stand up for themselves and confront anyone who stands in their way

Tries to interfere or intervene
Referring to anyone who may try to come between the listener and Ja Rule

Of me peeling your wide body out of them tight jeans (oh)
Expressing a desire to be intimate with the listener and remove their tight jeans seductively

Wrist on freeze, see it's on me shoes 19
Showing off expensive jewelry and fashionable shoes

Comin' through in that new Bentley thing (girl)
Arriving in a new Bentley car, impressing the listener

The talk of the town, the tease of the city (yeah)
Being the center of attention and the object of desire in town

You and I make headlines like Lo and Diddy or Bob and Whitney (who?)
Comparing themselves to famous couples who made headlines, emphasizing their own fame and impact

I'm here 'cause the Lord sent me (who)
Claiming that his presence is divinely guided

Pound puss like a pugilist
Asserting his sexual prowess and ability

Grin real devilish and freak bad bitches (shit, oh-oh)
Having a mischievous smile and attracting sexually desirable women

Forget the story, I know you're gettin' bored
Disregarding the current narrative and acknowledging that the listener is becoming bored

That nigga ain't gettin' you horny no more, is he?
Suggesting that the listener's current partner fails to arouse them

'Cause when it's all said and done, it's me
Asserting that Ja Rule is the one who truly satisfies the listener

Lovin', thuggin' you, baby
Promising to love and protect the listener with his thug lifestyle

Sweet thing, livin' it
Referring to the listener as a sweet and attractive person who is living their life

Won't you let me let you live it a little bit
Requesting the listener to allow Ja Rule to be a part of their life again

I know a stressful relationship is hard to deal with
Acknowledging that the listener's current relationship is difficult

But here's how to deal with it
Offering advice on how to handle the challenges

On your weekly visits
Referring to their regular encounters

Use a code name to protect the innocent (ah)
Suggesting the use of a secret name to maintain discretion

Maybe I'm too generous, generally believin'
Admitting that he may be overly generous and often assumes things

That all women want me, they don't wanna get even (no, no, no)
Realizing that not all women desire him and seek revenge

But who do you believe in, is it money or God?
Questioning the listener's values and priorities

Betrayal, trust, this thing of ours (girl)
Exploring the complex dynamics of trust and loyalty in their relationship

Should be secretly held sacred, 'cause I love it when you
Arguing that their connection should be kept private and cherished

Pop your body-body
Enjoying and appreciating the listener's sensuality

Move your body-body
Encouraging the listener to dance and express themselves physically

Drink up on the Bacardi and rub up alongside me
Suggesting a night of drinking and getting close intimately

I love to see you wild and free
Finding pleasure in witnessing the listener's uninhibited behavior

But occasionally you get cold wet feet
Noting that sometimes the listener hesitates or becomes uncertain

And all that it means to me is you need my heat (Ja)
Interpreting the listener's hesitation as a desire for Ja Rule's passionate presence

'Cause when it's said and done you're gonna want me
Assuring that the listener will ultimately desire Ja Rule

Lovin', thuggin' you, baby
Emphasizing his commitment to loving and protecting the listener with his thug lifestyle

Baby girl, I'm holdin' your love hostage
Claiming that he has control over the listener's love and affection

The ransom for you, sugar, be priceless (woo)
Stating that the listener's love is invaluable to him

'Cause you been gettin' at me in many a ways
Acknowledging that the listener has been seeking his attention in various ways

Now tell your man to watch his back and duck from strays
Warning the listener's current partner to be cautious and avoid trouble

'Cause I been in a rage lately (girl, yeah)
Admitting to recent anger and frustration

Hopin' God'll forgive me for all the sin, all the women
Expressing remorse and asking for forgiveness for his past mistakes involving women

All the drama I been in and it's just the beginnin' (woo)
Acknowledging the turbulent past and suggesting that more may come

I hope you, so you could see that nigga ain't built like me (watch, like me)
Encouraging the listener to observe the differences between Ja Rule and their current partner

Black sheep of the family
Referring to himself as the outlier in their relationship

But we one in the same, that's why we get along
Despite their differences, they understand and connect with each other

Freak off and get it on
Expressing a desire for sexual intimacy

When we make love lookin' somethin' like soft porn
Describing their sexual encounters as explicit and intense

Now tell me, baby, do you really wanna go home?
Questioning if the listener truly wants to return to their current partner

To him where the brightest of days just look dim
Suggesting that the listener's current partner brings negativity to their life

And you fuckin' with a loser, baby, you can't win (ah-ah)
Implying that the listener's current partner is a loser and they won't find success with them

When it's said and done you're gonna need me
Asserting that the listener will eventually realize they need Ja Rule

Lovin', thuggin' you, baby
Reiterating his commitment to loving and protecting the listener with his thug lifestyle

And I know you're gettin' bored (now, come on)
Recognizing the listener's growing boredom

Dealin' with him (yeah)
Referring to the listener's current partner

I know you miss my lovin', my thuggin', thug lovin' (woo)
Acknowledging that the listener misses Ja Rule's love and thug lifestyle

And I know you're gettin' bored (know you're gettin' bored)
Reiterating the listener's growing boredom

Dealin' with him (dealin' with him)
Continuing to refer to the listener's current partner

I know you miss my lovin', my thuggin', thug lovin'
Affirming that the listener misses Ja Rule's love and thug lifestyle

And I know you're gettin' bored, baby
Repeating that the listener is becoming bored

Yeah, yeah
Expressing agreement and understanding

I.G., Ja Rule (I know you miss my lovin')
Acknowledging the collaboration of I.G. and Ja Rule

B. Brown, my nigga Chink Santana
Recognizing B. Brown and Chink Santana's involvement

Murder Inc. Nigga (and I know you're gettin' bored)
Referring to Murder Inc. and acknowledging the listener's growing boredom

Def Jam, Sony
Mentioning the record labels involved in the production

This is what we buildin' here
Highlighting the collaborative effort and work being done

Classic shit
Referring to the song as a future classic

Murder Inc. nigga
Reiterating their association with Murder Inc.

Ha-ha-ha
Laughing playfully

Ja, B. Brown
Acknowledging Ja Rule and B. Brown again

Murda
Adding their signature tag

Ah-ah-ah
Expressing excitement and satisfaction

It's that real shit
Stating that their music is authentic and genuine

The Rule, baby
Referring to Ja Rule and his signature style

Bringin' back my nigga
Reintroducing their collaborator, B. Brown

Goddamn it, goddamn it
Exclaiming in frustration or excitement

Goddamn it, look at this shit, yo
Expressing amazement or disbelief

Now tell me, if it ain't no mother fuckin' gangster shit, yo
Asking if their music isn't the epitome of gangster content

B. Brown and mother fuckin' Ja Rule
Highlighting the collaboration between B. Brown and Ja Rule

I.G you son of a bitch, you did it again
Addressing I.G. and complimenting their work on the track

Mother fucker brought B. Brown back
Acknowledging I.G.'s role in bringing B. Brown back to the scene

Ain't that some shit, ah-ah-ah
Expressing surprise or amusement

I'm motherfuckin' big Reemo in this bitch
Referring to himself as a prominent figure in the industry

I'm here to let you know
Announcing his presence and purpose

We ain't playin', man
Asserting their serious and dedicated approach