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Ja Rule · 2012
49 min · 11 tracks · contemporary R&B
A blend of catchy hooks and rhythmic storytelling that showcases Ja Rule's signature blend of hip-hop and R&B.
Top tracks — play these first
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Always On Time — This track exemplifies Ja Rule’s ability to fuse R&B melodies with hip-hop beats, showcasing his collaboration with Ashanti that defined an era.
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Livin It Up Start here — The infectious party anthem highlights Ja Rule’s flair for creating radio-friendly tracks that blend pop sensibilities with his rap style.
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Put It On Me — Featuring a smooth hook and relatable lyrics about love and relationships, this track underscores Ja Rule's commercial appeal during his peak.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- sing-along anthems for gatherings
- late-night vibe with friends
- catchy hooks that encourage dancing
- celebratory atmosphere for parties
Maybe skip if you
- prefer deeper lyrical introspection
- seek minimalist soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Deep Cut — A retrospective compilation that highlights past hits without new material.
- Career context
- Released on January 10, 2012, 'Icon' arrives as a retrospective compilation during Ja Rule's hiatus from the mainstream. This album follows his last studio release, 'The Mirror,' in 2004, positioning it as a reflection on his influence in the early 2000s hip-hop scene and a comeback attempt after legal troubles and shifts in the musical landscape.
Tracklist
- 1 Livin It Up Start here 4:18
- 2 Put It On Me 4:24
- 3 Wonderful 4:32
- 4 Mesmerize 4:43
- 5 Holla Holla 4:27
- 6 New York 4:20
- 7 We Here Now 3:28
- 8 Down Ass Bitch 5:34
- 9 Between Me And You 4:12
- 10 Thug Lovin 4:58
- 11 Always On Time 4:05
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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