A New Jersey native, Rah Digga attended private school in Maryland where she graduated as salutatorian, then studied electrical engineering at the New Jersey Institute Of Technology. She started rapping after being inspired by artists of hip hop's "golden age" such as Rakim, Kool G. Rap and Queen Latifah, eventually joining the group Twice the Flavor and then Jersey's Outsidaz clique. A Tribe Called Quest's Q-Tip negotiated her a deal with Elektra Records after being impressed by a performance at New York City's Lyricist Lounge (at which time Digga was eight months pregnant). Q-Tip also introduced her to Busta Rhymes, who invited her to join his newly-formed Flipmode Squad crew. The deal with Elektra soon collapsed however and Digga signed to Flipmode Entertainment. She made guest appearanes on Busta's 1997 album When Disaster Strikes as well as the Lyricist Lounge, Vol. 1 compilation (on the track "Be OK", a two-hander with Bahamadia), the first installment of the Hip Hop For Respect anti-police brutality project in memory of Amadou Diallo, and the Fugees track "Cowboys", before joining up with the Flipmode Squad for The Imperial Album (1998). Anticipation mounted for further output, and she recorded tracks with legendary producers Pete Rock and DJ Premier. These and others were included on her solo album Dirty Harriet in 2000.
The follow-up to Dirty Harriet was originally intended to be a duet album with Digga's husband, Young Zee of the Outsidaz. However, this was eventually put on hold for a fully-fledged solo album. However, it was long delayed, partly due to Digga switching labels from J Records to the independent Koch Records; currently a February 2006 release is planned, with the album titled Sucker Free. A single, which may or may not resurface on the album, is "Party Gets Hot Tonight" featuring Akon. Her follow up album that was supposed to be released on J Records was titled Everything Is a Story, and was originally scheduled to be released February 10, 2004. During the time between her first and second solo albums Digga made numerous high-profile guest appearances, including on Busta Rhymes' hit single "I Know What You Want" and on albums by Talib Kweli, Bless, Masta Ace and Jamelia.
Rah Digga can be seen in Busta's latest (and polemical) video, "Touch It Remix", that features Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott, Lloyd Banks, Papoose and DMX.
Rah Digga also stars as (Maggie Bess) in the 2001 re-make of the sci-fi chiller Thirteen Ghosts
Mirror Mirror
Rah Digga Lyrics
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[verse 1:]
I walk through the streets tryin to figure out why I captivate people when I don't even try it's like all the things I took for granted but now that I'm older I surely understand it every single day tryin to carry out tasks celebrating another birthday life's moving too fast every minute, hour, each day, and night make sure I keep focused and keep my mind right never knowing what drama that life could bring in spiration and word with every song I sing making sure that I'm not overcome with greed got enough security for my seed it go like any given day I could take fifty grand snatch her outta school and head to disneyland, or maybe just Toys R' Us and the mall her life is straight baby girl gonna have it all
[chorus:]
Mirror mirror on the wall who gonna survive? who be next to fall? it might be to day it might be tomorrow so until I get the call I'm a say I did it all
[verse 2:]
Mom and ddad taught me to stay outta trouble but no one can prepare you for life's inner struggles the test of your courage when you're scared to death or the test of Faith winning sinners right and left the test of your strength when you're making life choices, I swear swear sometimes I be hearing strange voices following advice my grandma gave me, crazy think I've been seeing her lately she told me nothing in life was free be nice to folks who are nice to me to turn the other cheek in most confrantations no matter how bleak the situation oh, but most things I had to learn on my own like what I'm gonna do by the time I got grown would've been nice to see a baby in a movie multimedia your truly, c'mon
[chorus:]
Mirror mirror on the wall who gonna survive? who be next to fall? it might be to day it might be tomorrow so until I get the call I'm a say I did it all
Mirror mirror on the wall who gonna survive? who be next to fall? it might be to day it might be tomorrow so until I get the call I'm a say I did it all
Mirror mirror on the wall who gonna survive? who be next to fall? it might be to day it might be tomorrow so until I get the call I'm a say I did it all
[verse 3:]
The moral of the story is who knows what glory is? who just idling who the real warrior is? who the type that make their own fate? who the go-getters? who sit back and wait? went from hanging on a park bench to a range rover with darken tints 5-bedroom apartments never fear new music was my calling whatever else come Digga Digga put her all in it at this point I figure any path I'm at whether sing, rap, or act, or just fade to black now wonder why I motivate like that? so I can live like a baller even if I don't play I'm a tell you this much I'm a always have a plan can't leave you well-being in somebody else hands the choice is yours I'm a do my bit cause everybody dies but not every body lives
[chorus:]
Mirror mirror on the wall who gonna survive? who be next to fall? it might be to day it might be tomorrow so until I get the call I'm a say I did it all
Mirror mirror on the wall who gonna survive? who be next to fall? it might be to day it might be tomorrow so until I get the call I'm a say I did it all
Mirror mirror on the wall who gonna survive? who be next to fall? it might be to day it might be tomorrow so until I get the call I'm a say I did it all
Mirror mirror on the wall who gonna survive? who be next to fall? it might be to day it might be tomorrow so until I get the call I'm a say I did it all
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In Rah Digga's song "Mirror Mirror," she reflects on her life and the challenges she has faced. In the first verse, she talks about trying to understand why people are drawn to her, even when she doesn't try to attract attention. She also talks about the importance of staying focused and keeping her mind right in order to overcome the obstacles that life can bring. In the chorus, she asks the mirror on the wall who will survive and who will fall, and vows to live her life to the fullest until her time comes. In the second verse, Rah Digga acknowledges the advice and guidance she's received from her parents and grandmother but notes that there are some lessons in life that can only be learned through experience. She also asks questions about who the real warriors are and emphasizes the importance of taking control of one's destiny. Finally, in the third verse, Rah Digga talks about her rise from humble beginnings to success and acknowledges that everyone will eventually die but not everyone truly lives.
Overall, "Mirror Mirror" is a reflective and introspective song that encourages listeners to live their lives to the fullest and take control of their destinies. It's a reminder that life is full of challenges but also offers opportunities for growth and personal development.
Line by Line Meaning
I walk through the streets tryin to figure out why I captivate people when I don't even try
Despite not putting in an effort, I am still able to capture the attention of others, which leaves me curious as to why.
it's like all the things I took for granted but now that I'm older I surely understand it
As I've aged and become wiser, I've come to recognize the various things that I previously failed to appreciate.
every single day tryin to carry out tasks celebrating another birthday
Each day, I am faced with my own duties and obligations and must find ways to manage them. Every year, I celebrate the passing of another year of my life.
life's moving too fast every minute, hour, each day, and night make sure I keep focused and keep my mind right
Life seems to be moving at a quick pace, which can make it difficult to stay on track. To combat this, I must remain focused and maintain a clear mindset.
never knowing what drama that life could bring in spiration and word with every song I sing
Since life can be unpredictable and potentially filled with trouble, I pull inspiration from it and channel it into my music.
making sure that I'm not overcome with greed got enough security for my seed
Even though I am motivated by financial security, I strive to avoid allowing it to consume me. I have set aside enough resources to ensure my child's future.
it go like any given day I could take fifty grand snatch her outta school and head to disneyland, or maybe just Toys R' Us and the mall her life is straight baby girl gonna have it all
I have the financial ability to whisk my child away to a theme park, toy store, or shopping center at any moment. With my resources, my daughter is sure to have a comfortable life.
the test of your courage when you're scared to death or the test of Faith winning sinners right and left the test of your strength when you're making life choices
In life, we are often forced to face difficult challenges that test our courage, faith, and strength when making decisions.
following advice my grandma gave me
I have taken to heart the advice imparted on me by my grandmother.
nothing in life was free be nice to folks who are nice to me to turn the other cheek in most confrantations no matter how bleak the situation
Among other things, my grandmother taught me that nothing in life is free, I should treat kindly those who are kind to me, and I should avoid conflict as much as possible.
but most things I had to learn on my own like what I'm gonna do by the time I got grown
Despite my grandmother's lessons, there are certain things that I had to learn about life for myself. One of these things was figuring out what direction I wanted to take as an adult.
would've been nice to see a baby in a movie multimedia your truly, c'mon
While I wish that I had some direction from an early age, I have come to embrace my current path in the music industry.
went from hanging on a park bench to a range rover with darken tints 5-bedroom apartments never fear new music was my calling whatever else come Digga Digga put her all in it
I have come a long way, from sitting on a park bench to owning a luxury car with tinted windows and a large apartment. I fearlessly pursue music, putting all of my effort into it.
at this point I figure any path I'm at whether sing, rap, or act, or just fade to black now wonder why I motivate like that?
Currently, I am open to pursuing any path in music, be it singing, rapping, acting, or even potentially falling away from the limelight entirely. Regardless, I remain motivated to succeed.
so I can live like a baller even if I don't play I'm a tell you this much I'm a always have a plan can't leave you well-being in somebody else hands the choice is yours I'm a do my bit
I am aiming to live a life of luxury, even if I am not an athlete. I always make sure to have a plan in place, and I refuse to let someone else control my wellbeing. Ultimately, the choice to succeed is up to the individual, but I will always strive to do my part.
cause everybody dies but not every body lives
Everyone will meet their end eventually, but not everyone will truly experience what life has to offer.
Mirror mirror on the wall who gonna survive? who be next to fall? it might be to day it might be tomorrow so until I get the call I'm a say I did it all
I am self-reflective and recognize that death can come at any moment. Until then, I will take advantage of every opportunity and strive to accomplish everything I can.
Contributed by Tristan W. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@jroyst208
Yeah 13 Ghosts brought me here.
@Hammy_Ringtail
That's an awesome song. I heard this song in the ending credits of Thirteen Ghosts. ;)
@robbiebaird3154
I love this song from 13 ghosts
@phyllismcelroy6157
Mirror Mirror!
@debbieharris4392
Dude this music is off the chain !!!! :)
@anthonylombardo8595
i love this song
@JJoh4040
nice
@jay.kmusiiq7748
I just love this song her flow is amazin ^^ ^^