Jigga My Nigga
Ruff Ryders
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Roc a fella Irv Gotti. Swizz Beats It's almost over ya'll Jigga Uh uh uh uh Lights out niggas!!! (Jigga) What's my mother fucking name? (Jigga) And who I'm rolling with huh? (My Niggas) uh huh huh uh huh Niggas better get it right bitches better get it right (Jigga) What's my mother fucking name? (Jigga) And who I'm rolling with huh? (My Niggas) uh-huh-huh-uh-huh Niggas better get it right, bitches better get it right Sold the crack when I was down in AC Back on the block Jay-Z mother fucker from the, the, the Roc Went solo on that ass but it's still the same Brooklyn be the place where I serve them thangs Be my niggas was struggling, to the 'burbs they came And then we got to hustling, mudering thangs I dipped in my stash, splurged on a chain Now I'm Titianic, Iceberg's the name Leave players on injured reserve, hurt the game The best way to describe me in the word, insane I dick down chicks all emerged in my fame Jigga been dope since Slick Rick's first chain The God, send you back to the earth from which you came I'm baking soda, waterfire, merged with 'cane Ladies don't know me said "I heard he's vain" Well guess what mommy? I heard the same, You heard the name (Jigga) What's my mother fucking name? (Jigga) And who I'm rolling with huh? (My Niggas) uh-huh-huh-uh-huh Niggas better get it right, bitches better get it right Who? (Jigga) What's my mother fucking name? (Jigga) And who I'm rolling with huh? (My Niggas) uh-huh-huh-uh-huh Niggas better get it right, bitches better get it right Got a license to kill so I stay the gat Roc-a-fella, Ruff Ryders, nigga scared a that Got a new motto this year, Don't F*ck With My Ones Knock on your door, three in the morning, "It's just us and our guns!" See I scrambled with priests, hustle with nuns I got the mind capacity of a young Butch Cassidy Niggas get fly, let 'em defy gravity Four-five rapidly lift your chest cavity Streets won't let me chill Always been a clumsy nigga, don't let me spill Mother fuckers wanna wet me still, I remain ya'll Raw, the one, like five divided by four Shit, this just the hate that's been provided by ya'll Reciprocated and multiplied by more You likely to see Jigga in a Wide Body or Drop-top Bently is all, Holla at me ya'll (Jigga) What's my mother fucking name? (Jigga) And who I'm rolling with huh? (My Niggas) uh-huh-huh-uh-huh Niggas better get it right, bitches better get it right Who? (Jigga) What's my mother fucking name? (Jigga) And who I'm rolling with huh? (My Niggas) uh-huh-huh-uh-huh Niggas better get it right, bitches better get it right I don't give a f*ck if I sold one or one million, but I think you should Cause if I only sold one, then out comes the hood The all black, in the gloves, the outcome ain't good Them niggas act like wolves, how come? They could Cause we don't drop hits, we drop bombs that smash Till the wrists is lit up, the arm looks like glass The necklace chipped up, the charm it flash Could f*ck up your eyes like the bombest hash See the reason why chicks let me palm they ass All I gotta do is let 'em call me Shawn de'Glass Let me sit up in they whip till I launch it back Snap they neck, then shoot 'em till they aren't sent back The calmest cat, trust me when I palm this gat Kill your mind, body and soul, push your conscience back Monster's back, and Flex drop a bomb to that And everybody sing-a-long to the track, Come on (Jigga) What's my mother fucking name? (Jigga) And who I'm rolling with huh? (My Niggas) uh-huh-huh-uh-huh Niggas better get it right, bitches better get it right Who? (Jigga) What's my mother fucking name? (Jigga) And who I'm rolling with huh? (My Niggas) uh-huh-huh-uh-huh Niggas better get it right, bitches better get it right Who? (Jigga) What's my mother fucking name? (Jigga) And who I'm rolling with huh? (My Niggas) uh-huh-huh-uh-huh Niggas better get it right, bitches better get it right Who? (Jigga) What's my mother fucking name? (Jigga) And who I'm rolling with huh? (My Niggas) uh-huh-huh-uh-huh Niggas better get it right, bitches better get it right
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Written by: Shawn C. Carter, Kasseem Daoud Dean
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20 facts about this song
Album Connection"Jigga My Nigga" was released as a single and included on Jay-Z's fourth album "Vol. 3... Life and Times of S. Carter" as a hidden track, as well as on Ruff Ryders Compilation album titled "Ryde or Die Vol. 1."
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Chart SuccessThe track reached number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it a successful single. It also topped the Billboard Hot Rap Singles chart.
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Collaborations & ProductionsThis song was produced by rapper and producer Swizz Beatz, who was a prominent member of the Ruff Ryders. Swizz Beatz is known for his unique style of production, often characterized by heavy drum patterns.
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Song Identity"Jigga My Nigga" is a slang term used by Jay-Z in reference to himself. "Jigga" is an abbreviated form of his nickname “Jiggy,” which in turn has its roots in his given name, Shawn Carter.
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Remix VersionThere’s a remix version of "Jigga My Nigga" that features female rapper Eve. She was also signed onto the Ruff Ryders label and was making a name for herself around the same time.
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ControversySince its release, the title of the song has sparked discussion due to its casual use of slang and racially sensitive word.
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Frequent CollaborationThe song adds to a list of several works where Jay-Z and Ruff Ryders collaborated. This mutual working relationship has been evident throughout their careers, with numerous features and collaborations.
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Video ProductionThe music video was directed by Hype Williams, a director reputable for his work in hip-hop music videos. The video features scenes shot in black and white, which adds to the gritty, street feel of the track.
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Cultural ImpactDespite controversy, the song has been referenced in pop culture since its release. For instance, it was used in the 2002 film "State Property," which stars Jay-Z himself.
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Recognition"Jigga My Nigga" is considered one of Jay-Z's anthems and defined the sound of East Coast hip-hop during the late 1990s to early 2000s. It's often played at his concerts, much to fans’ delight.
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Release"Jigga My Nigga" by Jay-Z was initially released in 1999.
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AlbumAlthough it appears on Jay-Z's fourth album, "Vol.3...Life and Times of S. Carter", it is actually a hidden track and also part of Ruff Ryders' first compilation album, "Ryde or Die Vol.1."
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Song ProductionThe song was one of the track productions by hip-hop record producer Swizz Beatz.
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Chart SuccessUpon its release, "Jigga My Nigga" reached No. 1 on Billboards' Rap Songs Chart and became a commercial success.
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ControversyDue to its explicit language and mature subject matter, the song faced several controversies and was even subjected to radio edits.
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PerformancesJay-Z extensively performed this song on his tours, making it one of the fan-favorite tracks, despite controversies.
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Purpose of SongIn the song, Jay-Z aimed at solidifying his position in the rap industry, projecting himself as one of the leading artists.
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Music VideoThe music video directed by David Meyers, featured cameos from other Ruff Ryders' labelmates like DMX and other contemporary hip-hop artists.
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SalesAs part of the "Ryde or Die Vol.1" compilation album, "Jigga My Nigga" helped the album to achieve Platinum status, as certified by the RIAA.
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Remix VersionA remix version of the song also appeared on Jay-Z's compilation album "The Blueprint 2.1".
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