I'm real
Ja Rule ft. J. Lo Lyrics


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Murder Inc.
(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)
Now only God can hold me
(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

Overall Meaning

The song "I'm Real" by Ja Rule featuring Jennifer Lopez speaks about the artist's desire for a real and authentic relationship. The song is an expression of Ja Rule's pride and confidence in his authenticity both as an artist and as a man. Ja Rule begins the verse by proclaiming his name and status as a rapper while also acknowledging his love for Mary Jane (Marijuana). He then goes on to express his disregard for people who bring him pain and insecurity, making sure there is only room for those who love him unconditionally. He asks for acceptance and affirmation, declaring himself as the only man who deserves to be above him.


J.Lo's verse in the song is all about her desire to be loved unconditionally for her real self. She mentions her past experiences with men who were all the same, and her current hunger for true love. The chorus, which repeats a few times throughout the song, is all about how Ja Rule feels about J. Lo as a woman. He admires and appreciates her physical appearance, her style, and her personality, and is unable to go on without her.


Overall, "I'm Real" is a love song that speaks about the importance of having a real and authentic relationship. It conveys the idea that true love can only exist when both individuals are genuine and authentic, accepting each other for who they are.


Line by Line Meaning

Murder inc
This is the crew I'm affiliated with


Whats my mother fucking name?
Do you know who I am?


R-U-L-E
The letters that spell out my name


Blowing back on this Mary Jane I'm analyzing the game
Smoking weed while reflecting on the music industry


(And the game don't chose me)
I'm not in control of the industry, it's in control of me


Bring pain to pussy niggas and pussy Holes they one in the same
I cause problems for weak people, both men, and women


(Ever since you told me)
Since you told me this information


There's only room for two, I been making less room for you
I'm only making room for myself and one other person


(Now only GOD can hold me)
I don't answer to anyone but a higher power now


Hug me, love me, judge me, the only man that hoves above me
Only God can pass judgment on me


Holla!
Shouting with excitement


I met so many men,
I've had many relationships


And it's like they're all the same
All of the men I've been with are similar


My appetite for lovin'
My desire for love


Is now my hunger pain!
Now it hurts me to not have love


And when I'm feeling sexy
When I feel attractive


Who's gonna come for me?
Who will show me attention?


My only problem is
The only issue I have


Their insecurity
Is their lack of confidence


Are you tired of bein' alone? (Yeah yeah)
Are you fed up with being single?


Sick of arguin' on the phone (Yeah yeah)
Tired of fighting on the phone?


Why you telling all ya friends (Yeah yeah)
Why are you gossiping to your friends?


But your nigga don't understand, my love
But your man doesn't truly get me


Cause I'm real
Because I'm authentic


The way you walk
I love the way you move


The way you move
You have a unique way of moving


The way you talk
I adore your way of talking


The way you stare
I find your gaze captivating


The way you look
I love the way you appear


Your style your hair
Your fashion and hairstyle are stunning


The way you smile
Your smile brings me joy


The way you smell
Your scent is alluring


It drives me wild
It makes me lose control


And I can't go on without you
I need you in my life


I've been thinking 'bout this relationship
I've been contemplating our relationship


And I wanna know is this as good as it gets?
Is this the best our relationship can be?


Cause we been through the worst times and the best times
We've experienced highs and lows in our relationship


But it was our time even if it was part-time
Even though our relationship may have been temporary, it was our time together


Now they been looking at me smiling at me
People have been looking and smiling at me


Laughing like we wasn't happy
Acting like we weren't content


But not knowing that we growin' and we gettin' married
Unaware that we are maturing and planning to marry


Hard lovin' straight thuggin'
Our love is tough and intense


Baby I ain't doing this shit for nothin'
I'm committed to our relationship


I'm here to get it poppin' and hoppin'
I'm here to make things happen


Lets ride out in the Benz, hair blowing in the wind, Sun glistening off my skin
Let's go for a drive in the Benz with the wind blowing our hair and the sun shining on us


HEY! I'm nasty, you know me, but your still gonna fuck with ya baby
I have a wild side, but you'll still be with me


Now people lovin' me and hatin' me, treating me ungratefully,
People show me both love and hate, and don't appreciate me


But not knowin' that they ain't makin' or breakin' me
They don't have an impact on my success or failure


My life, I live it to the to the limit and I love it
I live my life to the fullest and enjoy it


Now I can breathe again baby now I can breathe again
I'm relieved now


Now people screaming 'what the deal with you and so-and-so?'
People are curious about my relationship with someone


I tell 'em niggas mind their biz but they dont hear me though
I tell them to stay out of it, but they ignore me


Cause I live life to the limit and I love it
Again, I live my life to the fullest and love it


Now I can breathe again, baby now I can breathe again
Another expression of relief




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

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Comments from YouTube:

@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 😅🤣

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@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

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