It's Murda

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1999 Island Def Jam1999 Island Def Jam
Before Fyre, there was fire.

As the world clowns Ja Rule over his record breaking spree of L's, it's easy to remember that dude was once dropping some fire. As one of the most promising up-and-comers of the late nineties, Ja was pretty much everywhere, preparing for his brief stint at the top. His debut album Venni Vetti Vecci was acclaimed by critics, and boasted a collaboration with two of the era's dopest emcees - Dark Man X & Jigga. 

Over a grimy, minimalist beat, each rapper goes in with some murderous content. Still, despite the star-studded roster, this track kind of flew under the radar, leaving many sleeping on a crazy verse from a youthful Jay Z. Overall, "It's Murda" is a classic collision of New York's finest.

Quotable Lyrics

I leave rivals on their backs looking up at the sky, blue
Not only do I leave you I hide you
I before you, X and Ja-Rule
Death before dishonor now and prior to
Boss man, fire you, conspire you
Me die before you? You liar, you
N***s is dead off the hits I approve
Fuck it, I got the feds wearin riot suits

- Jay Z


About The Author
<b>Feature Editor</b> <!--BR--> Mitch Findlay is a writer and hip-hop journalist based in Montreal. Resident old head by default. Enjoys writing Original Content about music, albums, lyrics, and rap history. His favorite memories include interviewing J.I.D and EarthGang at the "Revenge Of The Dreamers 3" studio sessions in Atlanta and receiving a phone call from Dr. Dre. In his spare time he makes horror movies.
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