Ja Rule Details Prison Experience: They Respected Me

www.vladtv.com - Ja Rule sat down with VladTV and shared his opinion on fans believing he's broke, placing family over material possessions, his experience behind bars, and how gun laws in NYC simply don't make sense.
The Queens native starts out saying he knows there are fans out there who believe he's broke simply because he doesn't have a huge hit on the radio. Rule says it doesn't bother him whether or not people believe he has money, as he learned in prison that material things are not as important as his family and personal relationships.
He also briefly addressed his time behind bars, saying he had the respect of his fellow inmates, often hanging out with them on a regular basis with no problems, as they recognized the real in him and never started any issues. He also takes responsibility for his actions, but feels that New York State gun laws need to be reworked drastically.

[@MIZKable]

Respect for this man, he seems like such a chill guy that doesn't give a fuck about what society thinks about him. He's a real adult

[@alanduff1054]

ADULT huh... A word SO loosely used yet you NAIL it here with Bro Ja... BRAVO

[@mryeboah5119]

Much respect to this man....can't beat honesty and maturity

[@natalietylerrobinson]

Level headed, adult man talking. Pleasure listening.

[@perrynnlynch2027]

tylert well said bro

[@oliverhernandez1735]

Bill The Bull Gates well this kinda true

[@702boi]

Bill The Bull Gates 50cent threatened to kill his kids but I don't hear anybody talking about that..

[@mosesegboh]

true that

[@mikhelBrown]

@@702boi Real Talk Fam

[@bonkies08]

These Ja Rule interviews been dope

[@ibrahimakbar9602]

Trufh Boof

[@younggod3906]

Facts

[@duelz8433]

Dr mhggbc0⁹saidyouhavebeen888⁸880

[@teedubb71]

I just gained mad respect for this cat

[@keiththadon2394]

All jokes aside, it seems like prison helped Ja to mature and grow mentally. Gotta respect that.

[@donvillo1]

So the system worked for him?

[@farooqgotaudio]

Ja a real one

[@Whunter22]

Trufh Boof u laugh but that's being real to me!!

[@pistolpete5071]

Farooq Beats yeah. he been real. 50 is a clown

[@mosesegboh]

true that

[@doubledown8229]

Ja a real crook. Should be behind bars, next to his bff Billy.

[@Jadee393]

I have new respect for him after watching this

[@WILD__THINGS]

I respect you for admitting that

[@GRiMHOLDx]

sakecity7 I respect you for respecting his respect...respect...

[@jasongoldfinger9041]

Me too man much more respect. He is more of a "real nigga" those who constantly say that shit over and over

[@bdot187um]

Respect my dude Respect.

[@angelserrano1055]

+Mister .Adidas truly!!

[@josephperkins6801]

I met Ja Rule in 2007 after a show at the crocodile rock in Allentown Pennsylvania. It was winter time and Me and my boy were outside talking to his driver. His driver slipped on the ice and almost busted his ass. Me and my buy caught him before he hit the ground. And as a thank you he brought us backstage. We hung out with Ja and everyone else. Ja is a very cool guy. Very down to earth and humble. There were 2 other times I got to meet the rapper after a show there. Styles P and DMX. Out of the three Ja rule was by far the coolest one. I also met bizarre Royal the time I met DMX. I don't know if anyone remembers him or not. He was on bloodline records. He had a few decent songs. He was a cool guy as well

[@ly7844]

Some people can't even realize the growth in his mindset of what he saying in this interview. Ya'll still on that 2000 Beef with him and 50 Cent. #GrowUp!!

[@sword6561]

L'Y well stated. These fools stop stuck on stupid. Thats what happen when you have an immature mind

[@Magnus_VII]

L'Y he’s still on that beef lol

[@pk-vd8tb]

Guy do you know how it feels to be shots and 9 times plus in the mouth and you don't event know if you can make to the hospital, not to talk about making it alive 50 is right event if it's me I can never be friend with ja, because ja is a got trying to talk and make himself look like a good guy. Because his career is over since 50 arrived........👾👾👾👾👾👾

[@sammiejuwon]

The only person stuck on that beef is 50 Cent

[@brianwilliam5034]

50 is a s n i t c h unlike Ja who always been real like his music Or not dude never betrayed the code

[@balamont1150]

I've always been down wit JaRule, but after watching this interview, I have a new level of respect for him. I'm glad that he still got his money- smart dude for owning the publishing rights to his music.

[@gregglass4796]

dick downs we

[@parkdaniel3980]

Ohhh sssstop it

[@asuraragesrages1167]

i loved 50 and thought ja was shit when i was a kid...now that i am close to my 30's i realize how stupid i was

[@brentduanefoster]

Ja was always the realest. Always had respect for him.

[@gramzulu]

I respect both!

[@sword6561]

Asurarages Rages you and I both sir, I said the same thing LOL. seating back watching and observing their character you can see who's authentic and who's the deceiver LOL

[@jfrescomusic]

Serge Antoine dont get it fucked up 50 is as authentic as it gets. He just made ja look bad so people thought ja was a sucka

[@Dank_Dank]

Ja Rule has no classics

[@doointhedoo]

Legend. I still bump to his music from the early 2000's. Timeless!

[@claudinepaki7110]

He sounds different to most people,who have done well for themselves. You sound humbled and appreciative,so well done..

[@moca1992]

I absolutely love Ja Rule always have always will, even 50 cent drama didn't sway my thoughts about Ja Rule. #Rule4Life

[@alvinmtha8147]

Me too

[@elchurro7540]

Rule is the Goat 🐐! Fuck 2pac!

[@jayman4912]

the end was the realist shit ever. I hope ja rule much success

[@StellaAdler_]

If u're in ur 30s, Ja Rule was on every tape side A & B. He's a real one. Respect.

[@BrooklynRival7718]

40s also idiot

[@GMCvideos2012]

I would rather chill with ja then 50 any day

[@Mr3rdcoastboy]

Ja looks more cool to chill with you seen the interview he did way back with drink champs he look so chill and fun to kick it with.

[@pete2389]

@Ali Cuz as funny as 50 is, deep down we all know 50 is an asshole who would just be instigating and bullshitting

[@josephquick5201]

Oh, definitely. 50 bipolar.

[@michealmurphy8985]

Well he's right what he said about 50 he has stabed everyone in the back

[@user-bu3gp3us8q]

Unlike em and 50 he isn't a woman beater and he isn't a deadbeat dad 😅

[@summerlyric506]

Ja fan for life. Always loved his music. Appreciate what he's saying.

[@ktmars9006]

This interview gained my respect for this dude👊🏻

[@rayvonmullins1534]

Why was respect ever lost?

[@staygreezy]

the last 20 seconds of this interview are gold lmfao

[@stockinvestor1]

Real talk! Respect! Close friends and family! Above money!

[@stylezsick100]

love this interview...I can relate....Respect!!!!

[@LamontJackson]

"Take responsibilities for my own actions." Very powerful!

[@boolzy05]

Sounds like he did a lot of growing up on the inside. . Glad he went the right path.

[@G14able]

Rule's music are all mature. He is a real dude. Folks have the right to carry arms.

[@bucharest50044]

Watching people grow and evolve past the stupid crap they used to do and think is one of my favorite things to see. Mike Tyson is one of the best examples of that.

[@champtouch3298]

Phil Snyder Finally a comment that actually makes sense with no negativity!!! Good one!! You my friend have a nice 2017!!!

[@lkfayz]

Ja had the game on lockdown with the murder inc movement

[@buddylove7983]

wobz hahaha Exactly. There's nothin murder about Murder Inc.

[@ArMiNiSfUCkinRedicK]

When he stuck to rnb hit yes he did...all his success was on pop rnb hits....thats facts...when he tried rapping n being pac noone digged it thats why 50 bodied him

[@danielmuriithi8486]

@@ArMiNiSfUCkinRedicK and then 50 went on to do the same shit ja was doing

[@medipillow6424]

@@ArMiNiSfUCkinRedicK not really like venni vetti vecci was not pop album that sold 2 million records in the states and 3.5 million world wide

[@alaing8166]

made respect!!! enjoy listening to the man who's been though battles with demons and himself coming out with higher knowledge and sharing the truth. enjoying his fruits of Labor and enjoying every moment with loved ones. My respect for a good man who found himself. very humble!

[@i_lookdumber_in_person1291]

Ja rule was dissed by 50 for rap singing... 50 does the same shit and many other rappers nowadays

[@luiramos6346]

Times were different at the time they were beefing 50 cent has had perfect timing for everything around that time

[@midfie1]

I_look dumber_in_person Ja was dissed be 50 for being signed under Supreme

[@ladymarmaladea.2463]

I_look dumber_in_person HE STARTED THE TREND. HE WAS THE MAN!!! AND FAR AS IM CONCERNED STILL IS

[@deezy81]

All of these rap singers bit the late, great Big Moe's style.

[@mikelamar112]

deezy81 Nate Dogg

[@ThePrepAquatic]

Seriously. Kids have no idea that this was the #1 artist on the planet for a little while. He owns his publishing. He is set for life financially.

[@alanduff1054]

DAT part... and as much as I LOVE Pac he died virtually BROKE

[@miserablemeatbag4754]

"Its not how you stand by your car. Its how you race your car. You remember that."

[@unbelievable4165]

Lol it would be nice if he stayed in fast and furious

[@Dee1nOnly92]

Miserable Meatbag Nooooooo Monicaaa😭

[@d2dar459]

@UCA8ZfBE2-Rt-H2ssTTrt2PQ He probably could have. Apparently, he demanded for more the sequel and they (whoever the decision makers were at the time) told him to f**k off and they cast Luda instead. 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@Pillsick94]

lmfao im dying at the end of that "ninna im leaving my gun in the house" lmfao. I dont think i heard any of his music but ive heard of him and this is a real dude, lol funny af too.

[@tystone9966]

This man just said and dropped some truth BOMBS! I have a new found respect for you brother!🙏

[@BeastMode-yl3uz]

Been pumping ja rule since I can remember, I was born in 91 and still going in 2020. Ja is a legend wether ya want to admit it or not.

[@lukababic5623]

In Serbia, we never picked sides, but now I do... After what fiddy said about his son, and after listening to Ja maturing this much... Ja is my pick...

[@skemy4514]

Damn this probably the best interview I seen on Vlad should be over 1M views.

[@Wevegottosticktogether]

lmaooooo they did Ja dirty with the thumbnail

[@Dank_Dank]

David Tores Vlad is petty 😂😂😂

[@summerlyric6071]

David Tores I didnt pay attention. I gotta go back and look 😂😂

[@BigPapaVerde17]

lmfao

[@dubspeedone]

nice to know how ja is doin

[@DaKoolDude]

Humbled.

[@rafaelalvarez4846]

Ja bro you are a great person no mention a fantastic producer. God bless you..

[@Disciplendstateofmind]

I recently started to listening to ja again. I actually am a fan of him more now.

[@angelbarron5039]

I respect this guy I miss his music.

[@cthomasbydesign]

Real talk.

[@alaintoriteka6905]

Wow great interview

[@lefty5463]

I HEAR YA Ja RULE MY BROTHER. FAMILY FIRST!. HE SPEAKS THE TRUTH ABOUT LIFE. MONEY, CARS AND THE CRIB ARE NOT EVERYTHING,IT'S NICE TO HAVE IT. YO BRO YOU GOT MY RESPECT.

[@Benny-jg6pu]

Damn, I was ready to hate on this dude, but after watching all the videos, he seems like a real, honest guy. Maybe prison changed him, maybe he's always been that way from the start, who knows. But I like what I heard. Best wishes to him and his family.

[@DIEGO28735]

NOOOO MONICAAA

[@JA-pi1sk]

DIEGO28735 lmfao

[@indridcold72]

MÉNAGE

[@geddyleesowlnose]

Hahahaha

[@Gaardofit]

Well fuck you then!

[@forzendikar9908]

Respect to you Ja, glad to hear you good brother!

[@1family622]

Always liked his music da kid has versatility

[@mr.ezback3232]

I can be only responsible and take responsibility for my self!!! Don't go point the fingers at this person, that person.....look in the mirror and tell your self what am I doing wrong to be in that situation! Thats some true shit💯 I like how Ja talkin like a real man

[@theadvocate466]

Man I wished 50 and Ja could’ve Got along I Like both of Their music

[@andrewilliams4180]

I know right

[@tamardishon3013]

Ruleski! One of the best interviews in hip hop

[@eddiegee6869]

Good to see a rapper speak truth to power

[@etaylor38]

Ja Rule smarter than I thought.

[@teddrickjohnson792]

When it was his time, it was his time and he couldn't be denied, U live, U learn, U grow..Big up R.U.LE!!

[@silentchef1874]

Michael Conrad you a bitch bro

[@stephenwishart139]

Michael Conrad stole more than 500 cars yet cant put a sentence together 😂😂😂

[@medipillow6424]

@@michaelconrad3203 manic momement

[@gillesrobinsbienaime7792]

@@stephenwishart139 u kill it. BOL

[@allenfranklin7775]

Ja really matured a lot. Good to see he doin ok

[@chachikacarter2952]

I absolutely love Ja! Loved him back then and still do to this day he’s a real one and he made bomb ass music. He a whole vibe

[@wayofthewicked]

he made bomb ass music hoping to get himself some bomb ass pussy :D :D :D

[@alaing8166]

made respect for Ja Rule! his life was filled with great challenges. becoming successful in his career in the beginning of his life. Bring more problem that we don't see coming and every aspect as a rich and famous person. growing up we learn what is real fulfillment and happiness from people and believes we were taught and learned. like many people your mind and soul forged to be the person who will become. made respect to man who is no longer blind and found himself. we'll enjoy the fruits of his labor and the people who really love. not everybody can enjoy a happy and for fulfilling life for many reasons.

[@JokerbatmanKing]

Every thug needs a lady!

[@G-Man78]

lol

[@002brooklyn]

Baby say yeahhh

[@G-Man78]

+002brooklyn looooool

[@mcpimpinken]

and every thug needs a down ass bitch!

[@samuelbedrossian4717]

makole mohotsi truuuu

[@RowlexEnterprise]

50 Cent & Tony Yayo wudda stayed in the hole. Not Ja Rule! Holla…holla

[@gordonshumway6128]

50 and Yayo both did time in population, actually

[@reef973]

lol be real with ur facts

[@luiramos6346]

Shut up lame

[@stxfdt1240]

RowlexEnterprise EMINEM kicked his ass holla holla

[@Bigbank816]

BullCitySBC actually they both did time on rikers before they got sentenced and both went to shock boot camp . . . My cousin was in the same shock facility as yayo . NY laws complicated as shit . Get sentenced 3-9 but go to shock for 6 months . My cousin got a 3 - life under the NY Rockefeller drug law but went to shock for 6 months .

[@billymincey3246]

Salute to my guy ja Rule for being understanding and smart as hell much Respect

[@Rocmyworld]

Yessss Rule....I love this interview....Vlad throws sneaky stuff in there,still great by the ru........#nycborn #Isaymycity2

[@Malder7]

He seems like a real dude. Hope his Forbes aspirations happen. Music aint happening for him anymore but he seems to have his head on straight about life. Respect..

[@the6thfloor33]

Taking responsibility for your actions is a sign of maturity.

[@spoobye3424]

"Up to this point ive missed the point" i felt that

[@Decovia79]

Money means very little when it's all said and done

[@delectableprovisions]

Decovia79 you're sexy

[@sjang816]

lamar Moffett get your eyesight checked. that's a red hippo

[@brandobee2264]

@@sjang816 niggas be so thirsty 😂

[@nangoloangula8548]

Really because he broke like really

[@anthonyfreeman3258]

True

[@99hls]

he has really matured

[@alvinsquezz]

Flexing money on the internet doesn’t make you rich. The ability to control yourself and move in silence is what what makes your personality GREAT. Ja Rule is the man!!!

[@ragzrocco8803]

Could listen to ja all day

[@shanecain5842]

I completely agree. Ja is a real dude much respect

[@christophercarter1164]

Never really was a fan of his music, in fact I thought his success was bad for hip hop since he made so many pop songs however as a man I can say Jeffery matured and grew up over these past few years. Vlad is acting like the typical female groupie wanting to know about his car collection and finances. It is nobody's business, as long as you can pay your bills and his family is straight that is all that matters. Cool dude

[@Euroknoller]

i think vlad is gay

[@delectableprovisions]

Christopher Carter stfu!!!!!

[@wizkid8205]

Chimill Rimbert you're the stupid one for making that dumb ass comment ja rule had mad pop songs hold this Capitol L

[@wizkid8205]

Lance Cropper & you now hold another freshly pressed L for being illiterate

[@indridcold72]

@@wizkid8205 did you say hes illiterate after spelling "Capitol L". Its Capital

[@natehemmerling7176]

Ja my dude yo! Straight up real homie, word life. Anyway he paved the way for other rappers with his style. I know how it is I was in the joint did a 12 yr bit

[@ladymarmaladea.2463]

HIS SMILE IS EVERYTHING!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HE ALWAYS PUT THE LADIES FIRST AND HE HAD NOT ONE BAD SONG..... I LOVE EM' ALL👄❤. IM GLAD TO SEE HIM AGAIN!!

[@eddievargas885]

good for you Ja

[@laurieaugimeri4495]

Massive fan as an artist and person. Mad respect, sounds like he's in a good place in his life.

[@waz411]

Much love go out to JA'RUE always and forever it's good to see you and hear your voice wishing you come back in the music game I remember you and Charlie song and the video I still want watch it an you singing with Mary j keep strong and also stay true to you God Bless

[@music-kb7fn]

yeah man I feel yuh vibes man this second phase of my life....................I wanna enjoy it I wanna enjoy my family etc etc VERY WELL SAID everybody don't get a second chance you got it and I commend you for wanting to make the best of it. At every stage of life you see it different and you seeing life froma different prospective the older you get the wiser you become IT TAKES A REAL MAN TO SAY I CAN TAKE RESPONSIBILITIES FOR MY ACTIONS AND MY LIFE he never blame anyone RESPECT RULE

[@Chris-yq3kp]

" everything else is moot" not mute

[@poochiemane5326]

I’ve gained a lot of respect for this man 💪🏾

[@KevinCampbell-un5qe]

I still pumped ja through all his ups and downs. How can a man not? Only begotten son was prob my fav by him or so much pain . Coming from a huge pac fan. Pac would have been proud of that track I believe in 2001 when it dropped. All those tracks went hard through the JL W1 10s in a hatchbox drinking 22s and blowing blunt after blunt. True story💯

[@mbf334]

Pac would’ve been mad at this nigga trynna be like him

[@commonsensenowplease408]

This is the difference between 50 and Ja. 50 def is a smart business man and taking nothing away from him, but JA seems to have that level headedness that will make him happy (and quietly rich) for the rest of his life.

[@cliffordmceachin306]

For an early 90's baby. We know how Ja Rule had 106 & Park on lock. With them hits with lil Mo when he had the music video playing somebody in jail and all those hits

[@yadies100lain7]

+Clifford McEachin this is fucced up o.d.b gets fucced up in his native land and this punk man fuccer gets a pass from these (street niggas) but ja rule was rite about these fuccing gun control in Amerikkka.

[@charliejenkins6355]

growth of the mind

[@ArMiNiSfUCkinRedicK]

This is fact....i thought 50 won the beef..both battle and war.... But ja rule is the nicest dude youll meet...idk if he still does, but at the time he was living in upper saddle river near me....a friend and i saw him at a exon gas station...we asked for autographs...he stopped what he was doing on the spot.... took pics and signed autographs for us.....very nice guy....yelled murda look a goofball but cool dude

[@omarbakr9846]

I just want to be responsible and take responsibility for what I’ve done, real talk big respect to JA

[@lashayeenamitchell3812]

I want to meet him. He is one of my favorite rappers.

[@alanamcmillian5810]

Lashayeena Mitchell Same here!

[@mrmvp2323]

Im glad vlad does what he does because outside of music I can respect some of these artist because I see that there real people..a few people that have surprised me is bone crusher,t pain and now ja..its crazy

[@scgoquj86]

💯

[@srenbk-2015]

people tend to crack on Vlad for instigating beef, gossip, drama, but I like how he interviews old celebrities to make them feel relevant again. Vlad has a charitable heart.

[@AhmadAli-ml8xr]

well those old celebs make more money than your broke ass - punk ass

[@frankfacts6207]

rule saying put me in general where i can enjoy prison - ha ha. steel

[@ermfine2]

Right on Ja!!!

[@xavierclayton8671]

Respect!!! Ja rule a real a1 dude. Prison taught him something!!! 🙌🙌🙏🙏👏👏👍✊

[@031Math]

respect... holy cow... the level of maturity 😮😮😮

[@maviso9889]

I love and respect who you've become now.

[@ChrisB10]

He's so right when he talks about how the DA knew that gun was just for protection. Its still wrong at the end of the day but Ja is right there is a huge differwnce between a celebrity carrying a gun for protection and a thug whos in a gang walking walking around w one.

[@AaronLewis06]

Shit like that makes me NEVER wanna visit NY! In Texas we don't have those problems with carrying or possessing firearms, everyone is strapped here!

[@PeaceBeStill-]

And now we even have OPEN carry!

[@Solemnfilms]

Here in NC you can open carry and conceal carry as well. NY is ridiculous and I would do business there but I would never live there

[@dubb815]

John Corbett lmaoo really tho

[@user-vk6ju2qf9c]

Ja seems super cool and i bet he is a great friend and great to hang out with

[@mredwards3687]

Much respect bro

[@rolandaujero9879]

Big fan of Ja Rule as an artist and a person.

[@Nyfancam01]

Ja is a REAL dude 100%

[@ceavalencia4767]

This has to be vlads best top 10 interviews

[@allstarwook]

Losing that shine will make you appreciate things quick.

[@billymincey3246]

I Respect this Dude Ja Rule he got my Respect my hats off to ya