The Los Angeles native began rapping at age 4 and immediately knew her destiny was to perform. Reminiscent of the late Left Eye, whom she admires, Jamila contributes her love of hip-hope to her music and sense of style, giving her a street edge with feminine appeal. "I've always loved old school groups like the Fat Boys oddly enough," Jamila shares, "The guy at the video store eneded up just giving me a copy of Krush Groove because it's my favorite movie of all time and I'd rent it every weekend." As one in a family of six, the animated youngster met Chris Stokes when she was just nine years old after her sister had appeared in an Immature video. She caught the producers' eye and he made her a member of his now defunct girl group, Dame Four. Hailing from a music family, Jamila's natural ability shines through, from her sense of style to her self-written rhymes. "I went to school for fashion, but singing and dancing are in my heart, that what I love and can't see myself doing anything else." Is also the sister of JhenΓ© Aiko.
Her debut album, Split Personality"was shelved. Like many female acts in TUG, her career went no where due to poor support from the label. She was co-writer on the project, Mila J collaborated with Cory Bold, a seventeen year old phenom who adds icing to the already sweet cake.
Mila J poses a quadruple threat as she can sing, rap, dance, and write. Her first single off her shelved debut album was entitled Complete produced by Cory Bold. Her current status is unknown.
Times Like These
Mila J Lyrics
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All this time you've been in my corner like a trainer
Now you down, think it's time that I return a favor
As long as we got each other, what's there to be afraid of, yeah
'Cause I'ma fight witcha no matter what
And if the car ran out of gas break out the chucks
Then we can walk it out, walk it out
And I will never leave you, in times like these
Is when you need the most love, in times like these
And I will be your shoulder, in times like these
I do what I gotta do, in times like these
Times like these, in times like these
When you need the most love, in times like these
And I will be your shoulder, in times like these
And I'll do what I gotta do, in times like these
In times like these, in times like these
When I say what I tell ya, you know I really mean it
Ain't nothin' or nobody ever gonna come between us
Yeah, 'cause you're my nigga
Finger on the trigger
And if some shit's about to go down
You know I'm goin' out witcha
'Cause I'ma ride witcha no matter what
And if the car ran out of gas break out the chucks
Then we can walk it out, walk it out
Real bitches know what I talk' about
And I will never leave you, in times like these
That's when you need the most love, in times like these
Ooh I will be your shoulder, in times like these
I do what I gotta do, in times like these
In times like these, in times like these
When you need the most love, in times like these
Like Kobe and Vanessa, in times like these
I'm gonna do what I gotta do, in times like these
Ooh, in times like these
Said I'm in it for the long haul (for the long haul)
If you fall, I fall, then we both fall (we both fall)
But if you ball, I ball, then we both ball (we both ball)
Did you hear what I said to you
Said I'm in it for the long haul (for the long haul)
If you fall, I fall, then we both fall (we both fall)
But if you ball, I ball, then we both ball (we both ball)
Oh whoa
And I will never leave you, in times like these
When you need most love, in times like these
Oh I will be your shoulder, in times like these
I will do what I gotta do, in times like these
Times like these, in times like these
When you need the most in times like these
Oh I will be your shoulder, in times like these
I will do what I gotta do, I'm gonna do it in times like these ooh
In times like these
In times like these
In times like these
In times like these
In times like these
In times like these
In times like these
In times like these
In times like these
"Mila J's song Times Like These" is an empowering anthem about the strength of friendship and support in difficult times. The lyrics are all about supporting each other, and it highlights Mila's loyalty to her friends, which is a prominent recurring theme throughout the song. The first verse mentions that someone has always been in her corner like a trainer, and now it's her time to support them. Mila assures that she will fight with her friends no matter what happens and if they're ever in trouble, she will always have their back. Mila emphasizes that they are in it together, and that they will face the challenges head-on.
The chorus highlights the need to be there for each other when it's darkest, and to always be willing to be a shoulder to lean on. She expresses her desire to do anything for her friends during hard times (in times like these) and the pledge to support her friends indefinitely, no matter what happens (I will never leave you, in times like these). The reference to Kobe and Vanessa indicates the strength of their bond in difficult moments. The last verse confirms her deep commitment to her friends by promising that she's in it for the long haul and that she's willing to experience any highs and lows with them.
Overall, the song is a declaration of Mila J's loyalty to her friends and asserts the importance of friendship and community, which reinforces the idea of the 'if you scratch my back then, I'll scratch yours' system of support.
Line by Line Meaning
Let me take a minute to explain to you
I want to address something important
All this time you've been in my corner like a trainer
You've always supported me like a coach or mentor
Now you down, think it's time that I return a favor
Since you're struggling now, I want to help you like you've helped me
As long as we got each other, what's there to be afraid of, yeah
We don't need to be scared as long as we have each other's support
'Cause I'ma fight witcha no matter what
I'll be there to fight with you through anything
And if the car ran out of gas break out the chucks
Even if we run into problems, we'll find a way to make it work
Then we can walk it out, walk it out
We'll face our challenges head on and figure it out together
Real bitches know what I'm talk' about
Those who have experienced similar struggles understand what I mean
And I will never leave you, in times like these
I'll always be there for you, especially during difficult times
Is when you need the most love, in times like these
During tough times, love and support are needed the most
And I will be your shoulder, in times like these
I'll be there to support you emotionally
I do what I gotta do, in times like these
I'll do whatever it takes to help you through this
When you need the most love, in times like these
Again, love and support are crucial during hard times
And I'll do what I gotta do, in times like these
I'll take action and make things happen to help you
When I say what I tell ya, you know I really mean it
My words are truthful and sincere
Ain't nothin' or nobody ever gonna come between us
Our bond is unbreakable and strong
Yeah, 'cause you're my nigga
You're important to me as a friend or partner
Finger on the trigger
We're ready to take action if necessary
And if some shit's about to go down
If something bad happens
You know I'm goin' out witcha
I'll stick with you no matter the situation
Said I'm in it for the long haul (for the long haul)
I'm committed to this relationship for the long term
If you fall, I fall, then we both fall (we both fall)
We're in this together, and we'll face any consequences together
But if you ball, I ball, then we both ball (we both ball)
On the flip side, if one of us succeeds, we both succeed
Did you hear what I said to you
I want to make sure you understand what I'm saying
When you need most love, in times like these
Repeating the idea that support and love are essential during difficult times
Like Kobe and Vanessa, in times like these
Referencing the close bond between Kobe Bryant and his wife, Vanessa, during tough times
I'm gonna do what I gotta do, in times like these
I'll take action to help you through this
In times like these
Repeated phrase to emphasize the urgency and importance of the situation
Lyrics Β© BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Missing Link Music
Written by: CHRIS STOKES, JAMILA AKIKO ABA CHILOMBO, ERIC CRAWFORD
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@ANTPHRESSH89
This song has so much meaning and substance. I love the old school 90s feel to this song. It tells a story! You are bringing back R&B
@ANTPHRESSH89
Juan JonesΒ She produces herself. She has her songwriters license. Mila j is very talented just like her Sister Jhene Aiko!
@johnroland5685
ANTPHRESSHΒ just fyi, she didn't produce or write this song......Eric Cire did. He actually is on the background vox as well! He's uber talented!
@ANTPHRESSH89
john RolandΒ I believe he is but I know them personally they write majority of their music like 80%. So come on John john im hip.
@sagefonseca9154
ANTPHRESSH yup i love it to
@2468makayla
It's a shame how unnoticed Mila J is. she needs more recognization! She's the real music.
@Forevermiraj
That Kobe and Vanessa ....man this hits home now RIPkobe & Gianna ππ
@amberrsmith8844
It seems like some people are missing the concept and the meaning of the video.. She's not telling people to go to jail for their man she's saying "no matter what happens she's there for the person she loves through thick and thin and won't give up on them" and rough times show who's really there for you and this video was an example for that.
AMAZING WORK MILA !
@Alex-ph8hk
π― i love this song btw
@rainbowlifestyle7084
Stupid