Jenny From The Block
Zebrahead Lyrics


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Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got
I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block
Used to have a little, now I have a lot
No matter where I go, I know where I came from (I'm from the Bronx)
Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got
I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block
Used to have a little, now I have a lot
No matter where I go, I know where I came from (I'm from the Bronx)

From In Living Color and movie scripts
To on the 6 to J. Lo to this headline clips
I stayed grounded as the amounts roll in
I'm real, I thought I told ya
I really been on Oprah
That's just me
Nothing phone, don't hate on me
What you get is what you see

Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got
I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block
Used to have a little, now I have a lot
No matter where I go, I know where I came from (I'm from the Bronx)
Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got
I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block
Used to have a little, now I have a lot
No matter where I go, I know where I came from (I'm from the Bronx!)

I'm down to earth like this (like this)
Rockin this business
I've grown up so much
I'm in control and loving it
Rumors got me laughing, kid (ha-ha-ha...)
Love my life and my public
Put God first
Then can't forget to stay real (stay real)
To me it's like breathing

Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got
I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block
Used to have a little, now I have a lot
No matter where I go, I know where I came from (I'm from the Bronx)
Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got
I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block
Used to have a little, now I have a lot
No matter where I go, I know where I came from (yeah, I'm from the Bronx)

It take hard work to cash checks
So don't be fooled by the rocks that I got, now assets
You get back what you put out
Even if you take the good route
Can't count the hood out
After a while, you know who to blink with
Just keep it real with the ones came in with
Best thing to do is stay low, LOX and J. Lo
Act like they don't, but they know
Act like they don't, but they know
Act like they don't, but they know
Ah, ah, ah, come on

Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got
I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block
Used to have a little, now I have a lot
No matter where I go, I know where I came from (I'm from the Bronx)
Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got
I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block
Used to have a little, now I have a lot
No matter where I go, I know where I came from (yeah, I'm from the Bronx)

Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got
I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block
Used to have a little, now I have a lot
No matter where I go, I know where I came from (I'm from the Bronx)
Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got
I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block




Used to have a little, now I have a lot
No matter where I go, I know where I came from (I'm from the Bronx)

Overall Meaning

In "Jenny From The Block," Jennifer Lopez is reminding her listeners that no matter how famous she becomes or how much money she earns, she remains grounded and true to her roots. She acknowledges that she may have a lot now (referring to her fame and wealth), but she didn't grow up with those things. She's still the same woman from the Bronx, despite her success. Lopez has always had a clear understanding of where she comes from and values her humble beginnings.


The song's chorus is a nod to the fact that despite now owning extensive "rocks" (referring to the diamonds in her jewelry), she hasn't forgotten who she is or where she comes from. From TV shows like In Living Color to blockbuster movies, Lopez has been in the public eye for many years, but she advises her fans not to be taken in by the idea that she has changed as a result of her fame. She's still the same Jenny from the block, who hasn't allowed her success to change her as a person.


The song's lyrics also serve as a reminder that hard work can pay off, but true success comes from staying grounded and connected to your roots. Lopez has been praised for her career and her attitude towards her fans, and this song confirms her commitment to honesty and authenticity. It is a message of hope to her fans that despite the odds, it is possible to achieve great success and still remain true to one's roots.


Line by Line Meaning

Don't be fooled by the rocks that I got
Just because I have a lot of money and material possessions now, doesn't mean I have changed who I am.


I'm still, I'm still Jenny from the block
I am still the same person I was before I became successful and famous.


Used to have a little, now I have a lot
I used to have very little money and possessions, now I am very wealthy and have many possessions.


No matter where I go, I know where I came from (I'm from the Bronx)
No matter how far I travel or how successful I become, I always remember my roots and where I came from in the Bronx.


From In Living Color and movie scripts
My career started with sketch comedy show In Living Color and movie roles before I became a successful singer.


To on the 6 to J. Lo to this headline clips
My debut album On the 6 and its single "Jenny from the Block" helped make me famous and now my life is often in the media headlines.


I stayed grounded as the amounts roll in
Even as I became more wealthy and successful, I remained humble and did not let my success consume me.


I'm real, I thought I told ya
I am authentic and true to myself, and have never tried to be anyone else.


I really been on Oprah
I have appeared on the talk show The Oprah Winfrey Show, which is a sign of my success.


That's just me
I am just being my authentic self in my career and in life.


Nothing phone, don't hate on me
I am not pretending to be something or someone I am not, so please do not criticize me for being real.


What you get is what you see
I am not trying to hide anything or be fake; what you see is who I truly am.


I'm down to earth like this (like this)
I am humble and grounded in reality, just like everyone else.


Rockin this business
I am successful in the entertainment business.


I've grown up so much
I have matured and developed over time as a person and in my career.


I'm in control and loving it
I am in charge of my own life and career and am enjoying it.


Rumors got me laughing, kid (ha-ha-ha...)
I am able to laugh off rumors and gossip about me because they do not bother me.


Love my life and my public
I appreciate my fans and enjoy my life as a famous person.


Put God first
I prioritize my faith and relationship with God above all else.


Then can't forget to stay real (stay real)
I make sure to always be true to myself and not compromise my values or authenticity.


To me it's like breathing
Being real and authentic comes naturally and is an important part of who I am.


It takes hard work to cash checks
Success and wealth do not come easy and require a lot of hard work.


So don't be fooled by the rocks that I got, now assets
My wealth and success should not be the only things that define me; I am more than just my material possessions.


You get back what you put out
The effort and energy you give to something is what you will receive in return.


Even if you take the good route
Even if you do everything the right way, success is not guaranteed and requires hard work and dedication.


Can't count the hood out
People from disadvantaged backgrounds, like the Bronx, can achieve success and should not be underestimated or counted out.


After a while, you know who to blink with
Over time, you learn who you can trust and rely on in life and in your career.


Just keep it real with the ones came in with
Stay true to the people who have supported and helped you from the beginning of your career.


Best thing to do is stay low, LOX and J. Lo
The best thing to do is stay grounded and true to yourself, like my friends in hip-hop group The LOX and myself (J. Lo).


Act like they don't, but they know
People may pretend to not respect or acknowledge your success, but deep down they know and recognize it.


Ah, ah, ah, come on
Just a fun interjection to add energy and excitement to the song.




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