Ja Rule
Jeffrey Bruce Atkins
Ja Rule is an American rapper from New York City, New York active since 1994.
- Profession
- Rapper, Singer, Songwriter
- 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
Frequently asked questions about Ja Rule
- What is Ja Rule known for?
- Ja Rule is an American rapper from New York City, New York active since 1994. Ja Rule is recognized as a rapper, singer, and songwriter.
- Where is Ja Rule from?
- Ja Rule is from New York City, New York.
- When was Ja Rule born?
- Ja Rule was born on February 29, 1976, in New York City, New York.
- What kind of music does Ja Rule make?
- Ja Rule's music spans Hip-hop, East Coast hip-hop, and Pop-rap.
- Is Ja Rule still active?
- Yes — Ja Rule has been active since 1994 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Ja Rule been associated with?
- Ja Rule has been associated with Murder Inc. and Def Jam.
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