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Ja Rule

Jeffrey Bruce Atkins

Ja Rule is an American rapper from New York City, New York active since 1994.

Profession
Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
From
New York City, New York
Born
February 29, 1976
Years active
1994–present

Early life

Raised in the Hollis section of Queens, Jeffrey Atkins broke through on Murder Inc. Records with a raspy voice and a knack for melodic, radio-friendly hooks.

Career

Across early-2000s hits like "Always on Time," "Put It on Me," and "I'm Real" with Jennifer Lopez, he became one of the era's biggest crossover stars before a high-profile feud with 50 Cent.

Major achievements

He charted numerous platinum singles and multi-platinum albums, defining the rap-and-R&B duet sound of the early 2000s.

Legacy

Ja Rule popularized the melodic thug-love crossover record, and his commercial peak remains a defining sound of early-2000s radio.

References

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