Ja Rule & Irv Gotti Talk The Murder Inc Story, Putting Ashanti On, DMX's Death & More | Drink Champs

On a new #DrinkChamps, the legendary #MurderInc drops in to chop it up with N.O.R.E. & DJ EFN. We’re welcoming back the DC alumni #JaRule & #IrvGotti as they talk the official Murder Inc story, giving Ashanti her big break in the music industry, doing a Verzuz against Bad Boy & more.
Ja & Irv are taking us on a ride through hip hop history! Lots of great stories that you don’t want to miss!!
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[@NsaneWayne3rdward]

so who's all back here after his passing away condolences to his family rip Gotti🕊️🕊️🕊️

[@_WF23]

Blood sacrificed.

[@youngplatinummusic]

Me

[@watishaclayton9755]

🕊️

[@KaarenBelgrave]

Me 😢😢

[@Mone333Williams]

18:25 irv admit he sold the Murda inc catalog...that's sad. Rip Irv Gotti. Smh.

[@anonymousreviewer1257]

I know Ja is hurting right now.. a friendship that can never be replicated. 💔

[@BlackFaithProduction]

If I’m hurting, just as a childhood fan since 2000, I know Rule is hurting. This was literally his BEST friend. Not industry best friend or just his boss, but his actual best friend. May as well have been blood brothers. All this just feels weird and wrong.

[@torianmcneill3794]

Just like when DMX died Ja was hurt Ja is better than 50 Cent Ja might not be from the streets but at least he cares about his wife & children unlike 50 Cent who is petty & childish wishing his children were dead 50 is a loser his music is trash Ja Rule & Murder Inc forever R I P Irv thank you for your time you shared with everyone maybe 50 will leave you alone now

[@F.T.W-t4f]

@@anonymousreviewer1257 our god created many women more than Man

[@jdanger3562]

His smile was so big and beautiful .Came back to watch it again after his passing

[@Felicia_the_Creative]

Literally. The scrunches nose that he did when he smiled. He was a handsome man.

[@tarataylor6489]

Who's here after his passing 😢😢

[@swankjf]

Love passionate creatives … Rest Well, Irv

[@amazinggrace6881]

Sad

[@MJ-kt2pm]

Me

[@farrollrivera9409]

Rip Gotti❤😢

[@Haterzarefans]

R.i.p.Gotti❤

[@trinarealslots4951]

Rest in peace Irv! 🙏🏿🕊 I came to watch after learning of his passing today. He gave us great music

[@averneilemaloney532]

Ditto

[@BrownsvilleBaby_Est]

Its always INC

[@LiLTailormade]

Who’s here after his passing to watch this legendary episode! ❤👑

[@tonep8826]

I love how Nore can ask the stupidest questions with a straight face knowing he trolling 🤣

[@Roses-mg8mg]

But is he trolling? Or is he just serious about his stupid question? Lol 😂

[@cursealoud]

@@Roses-mg8mg Trolling. Look at when Irv mentioned Nelly and Nore says to him condescendingly "country grammar." Letting Irv know that Nell aint no pee-wee. Ashanti messing with a heavyweight(financially)

[@naaimshareef]

@@cursealoud Ashanti realize that Nelly was a much better option for her than Irv due to his immaturity and foolish ways.

[@Aug-no7uc]

When Nore asked Irv if Irv still looks at Ashanti's Instagram. Nore cracks me up 😂

[@eg4325]

RIP Irv Gotti. His contribution to the industry cannot be downplayed. Murder INC controlled the radio waves and charts in my youth. He will always be a big deal

[@erickadavis2978]

Everybody need a Ja!!! Someone who knows when to check you, knows when to respect you, and knows when to shush you to keep you outta trouble!! I respect Irv's honesty, but Ja's chill, neutrality, and logic is everything!!

[@NEONOIRERA]

Great observation

[@Dave-lx]

Lets be real Irv got some clownish ways too emotional as a man, to display personal dealings you had with a woman publicly is not alpha male shit 🤦🏾‍♂️ especially if she has never spoke on it

[@IXIKAYAKOxSAEKIIXI]

The dude wasn’t emotional. He was putting her on game

[@christopherayettey4390]

Facts wouldn't think he was like that at all

[@christopherayettey4390]

@@Dave-lx how you get off calling a multi millionaire and rap pioneer a clown baffles me...

[@drealawrence]

Irv talked all that ish about Ashanti, while rocking a watch she gave him. Mind blown🤯💀

[@cyensmith6788]

Like we didn't even know who gifted him the piece even if it was. He wanted to mention her name SOOOO bad it's so corny. I bet it's sentimental to him and he wanted her to know he still cherish it.

[@KayZeeKayy]

I mean it’s a nice watch 😂

[@drealawrence]

@@cyensmith6788 exactly. And don't get me started on the fact it was engraved. Love Ashanti. 🤣🤣

[@drealawrence]

@@KayZeeKayy lml that part🤣🤣

[@DanielGonzalez-cd6lu]

Man's is still hurt

[@loudpackshawty5849]

“You got the answer? Aight let’s move on”…🤣🤣Ja funny as hell

[@phoenix8335]

Irv storytelling is mind-blowing! When he said "You wanna know how I found out"... I sat up closer to the phone "HELL YEA! Whats tea 😃"

[@shayjohns4144]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@marieahjones5535]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣ok

[@phoenix8335]

@@shayjohns4144 you did too didn't you? 🤣

[@shayjohns4144]

@@phoenix8335 yes ma'am! Cause we the people wanna know!

[@blaseblasebih5706]

😂😆🤭🤭

[@itsdelecia]

Ja is really like the Uncle at the cook out that keep the family in order. Lol

[@brooklynboy1st]

Fun fact: Ja actually played in a movie that was called “The Cookout”🤣😅

[@soniacherry2382]

The uncle with NO RESPECT, oh yes then that's him

[@PrettyBoyRoku]

@@brooklynboy1st they don’t know about that hidden gem 💎 lol

[@sholovesholove4620]

@@soniacherry2382 🤣🤣I was thinking the same thing!

[@ethanrios1010]

Except he can’t get from under 50 cent

[@conflicc5505]

I busted out dying when nore "sounds like you didn't get past that" irv been holding this shit in for a while🤣😂😂🤣

[@LivingLifeOutWest]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@BigShrimpin416]

Yea, that was a hilarious response and it was true 😂😂😂

[@sarahsimpson9848]

RIP IRV You got your FLOWERS!!!! 54 is sooooo young man! Your legacy will live on FOREVER!

[@pati9472]

6:30 Ashanti 12:07 Ashanti Masters 18:30 Irv 250 Million Deal 22:03 Ja Icon Live Stream Platform 25:50 Fat Joe and Ja Verzuz 29:02 DMX and Ja comparison 40:20 Lyor Cohen 41:04 Dame Dash 44:39 Irv Label deal 46:06 JLO Elle Magazine Interview 51:50 Irv Ashanti 1:09:55 money laundering 1:11:28 movie 1:14:13 Flowers given 1:16:00 Lloyd 1:22:02 NAS 1:22:35 LL Rock the Bells 1:23:55 JA movies 1:26:06 Irv apologize 1:29:03 Ashanti 1:30:46 Steven Francis comes in 1:37:52 NBA Kobe Bryant and Allen Iverson 1:45:50 Drink Game 2:00:00 Tales Present Movie 2:12:52 Drink game continue Loss track Irv is fckup and all over the place🤣 2:29:15 Def Jam 2:37:33 continues drink game 2:45:26 DMX passing Irv tweet 2:55:25 Murder Incorporated 3:02:11 Biggie and Pac 3:06:15 Mic Geronimo

[@jennypotts2008]

Thanks so much

[@jstar5950]

No 50cent? lol

[@michaelarquette5643]

Ty

[@coachb8413]

Where the pac part

[@OAsis5572]

Not all hero’s wear capes

[@raventalks2776]

Ja is one of those friends that will try to save you from yourself... He tried to reel Gotti in several times! Props to Ja for being that friend!

[@Hains22]

I completely understand Ja Rule on being tired of playing the “middle man” role. Sometimes things just don’t work out, you just have to move on.

[@tayw9602]

#ICaughtThat The fact the BOX got a comment here. perfect timing ⏱

[@lawhisper47]

and whose fault was that not Ja Rule it was Lloyd and Ashanti they ran

[@growthmindset848]

To whomever is reading this - wishing you the best morning/night - remember, what we think, we become 🧠💰

[@malachiknight180]

He choose that because he wanted to still be cool with them to handle business. But he fail to realize that woman don't operate like that. Lol. Its a lose lose situation fr.

[@Dayone-j8n]

I miss that Ja rule dmx and Jay z era when they were a group

[@alfredorodriguez576]

This man will never get over Ashanti,

[@zaytime4156]

Yeah you can tell son bitter about her Ja was quiet asf the whole time he was ranting about her

[@stephaniealexander7967]

It is funny how NO one has co-signed his fantasy relationship. Irv is the only one saying they had a sexual relationship. He mad.

[@sheliaperkins4375]

Yeah, he mad mad!

[@naaimshareef]

Irv mess up his relationship with Ashanti by being a immature knuckle headed fool that he has been for years. I am sure that Ashanti eventually realize that Irv is not the kind of guy that she wanted to be in a serious relationship with.

[@Jackieofall1s]

@@stephaniealexander7967she wanna deny it because the man was married u goof

[@caprethajones1985]

I just gotta say this. JaRule didn't get enough credit for being a peace keeper and keeping it all on track. Much respect 🙏

[@dorenjackson1166]

Irv seems like a cool dude & someone you could model your ambitions after. I wouldn’t call these guys role models. But even when he called Ashanti our her name a few times, I was shaking my head. I was glad when Ja checked him on it after the 2nd or 3rd time. Sometimes you got to tell your friends to ease up. Especially if you’re caught in the middle. It wouldn’t have been a good look if Ja didn’t address it

[@TheProtagonistDies]

being a peace keeper?? he aint have no choice! 50 was killin dude daily

[@dionvelasquez2256]

I hate that IrvGotti acting like he smoking. Like bro jus put that shit down real smokers kno you ain’t inhaled those blunts not one time. And Nori stupid ass keep giving you more, You wasting the weed man‼️😩

[@ceciliacanty3879]

I agree

[@elcoshii3372]

he probably the lamest of all man tbh he reminds me of Stewart Little 🐭

[@k2skipper]

I fell OUT at “Every day EXCEPT the day She’s with Nelly” 😂😂😂😂

[@SF_Native]

Yo, seeing Ja read that watch with his old man glasses was a nice reminder of how old WE'RE ALL getting. LMAO

[@tashagrimes5375]

Word 😂😂😂😂

[@BigShrimpin416]

Yea, it’s hard to believe sometimes 😂

[@kevinderrick5296]

This just shows you.. in the end it’s all chasing the wind. You leave it all behind.

[@redbone8844]

That part everything is temporary

[@jwielandjr]

Irv went from dead sober to wasted in about 90 seconds 😂

[@lacharlesgwalla5647]

😂😂😂 He not even hitting the blunt he blowing all the smoke out

[@tamirsharif314]

A sober Irv is obnoxious, annoying & irritating enough to having to deal with having to deal with a drunk & high Irv must be like wanting to take your life just to end the pain or torture . I love Irv he is my guy but i do not like Irv & i cannot stand Irv most of the times.

[@MaadAzzGang]

@@lacharlesgwalla5647 I noticed that too lol. Game does that alot too.

[@jonesnasir625]

@@lacharlesgwalla5647 thought was the only one who noticed that lol!!

[@brassknucks2548]

​@@lacharlesgwalla5647 - I know.... NOT ONE PUFF.

[@markcortez4714]

Ain't gonna lie this interview had me feeling nostalgic...im 35 i felt like i was a teenager again..."TIME" IS THE REAL ENEMY OF HUMANITY... older u get time flies scary shit....

[@sotoeon8283]

Facts

[@AwGodschild]

#Real talk

[@AceLiberachi7]

Real spill

[@F_Dot_]

I'm 35 too, I had that same feeling on my b day.

[@dubk7369]

Man once you hit 30 it’s all a blur

[@Msjenoh]

The way Ja Rule corrected Irv when he called Ashanti a bitch… I have so much respect for that man after this interview, he genuinely respects, not only the women in his life, women in GENERAL. Watching the way he defends Ashanti in the absence of her presence is so beautiful. He’s a solid man & he truly has a great amount of respect for Ashanti. & even went on to say we need to protect women, black women. I love Ja for standing up for women the way he did.

[@amanmuhammad14]

Yes facts me too

[@TheBurnonme]

I had to watch this video twice that's how good Irv Gotti is. And Jennifer some people on here don't get him. Was explaining is already understood they should know that by now

[@allornothingang]

SUPER FACTS

[@mr_kontroversy]

Yea when you off the pills you’re all about love and respect just wait until he come down

[@fromabove422]

now go change those panties

[@evhiii79]

Shout out to Nore for consistently sacrificing his kidneys for the hip-hop game. I pray he takes care of himself on the off days. 🙏🏽

[@MegaSilvabak]

more like Liver

[@westgraffiti3710]

Yo fighting hella damn demons smh

[@48hourrecordsteam45]

Yeah, drink plenty of water and exercise

[@WingoTribe704]

@@westgraffiti3710 🤣🤣🤣

[@imaking123]

And his liver lol

[@MrCashmere101]

I like how Ja put a few things in a better perspective, the way he corrected Irv about calling Ashanti a bitch, and the way he understood at the time why Mic Geronimo didn't want to sign with Irv seeing he was a new producer and it was nothing personal. Ja seems more respectful and humble, Irv proved he's still corny.

[@jamiem3265]

🎯

[@mslgp1974]

Well said

[@peterking5537]

Top comment. I couldn't have broken it down any better.

[@MrCashmere101]

@@mslgp1974 💯

[@MrCashmere101]

@@peterking5537 Much appreciated 🙏🏿

[@tiffanypatterson]

Ja Rule is an intelligent man who is balanced and able to logically look at things from multiple sides. That's a skill not many people have.

[@Rockie___]

Switzerland 😂

[@mcb3865]

Lmfao

[@younggod3906]

💯💯💯

[@bobbygotthesauce8204]

Should of use that skill to keep his career alive 😂😂😂 from 50

[@mr__OK]

He was intelligent when he tried to go against Eminem 😅😅🤡😹😹

[@lauracrosi8200]

I'm crying 🤣🤣🤣😭😭 and yet he's wearing the watch Ashanti bought 😊

[@naaimshareef]

Irv is definitely still in love with Ashanti (or at least he still was when he did this interview). Ashanti eventually came to knew that Irv wasn't the right man to be in a committed relationship with, Irv is immature and foolish as they come.

[@Justinblvdd]

Moral of the story is people hate Ja Rule because it’s “popular” but you can’t deny his TALENT 🔥 Him and Ashanti have undeniable chemistry and have made history and definitely impacted Hip Hop and R&B.

[@christopherayettey4390]

Funny as kids how we thought jah rule was smashing Ashanti. And the really loud one... When it's really gotti who's more outspoken and was banging Ashanti

[@unclephill2456]

Nobody hates ja he just stop making great music when 50 was taking over he made new York at the height of 50 we loved new York but nothing real good came after that 50 run didn't last long cause soon came ye & then drake & ATL lol

[@bern9642]

Who hates ja rule, dude just fell off.

[@unclephill2456]

@@bern9642 ja problem was he was too loyal to the Inc he never worked with other producers imagine ja on a ye,just blaze,timbo, swizz or any of today's producers smh crazy

[@mikesaunders9493]

@@unclephill2456 not true. Ja made some of his best music during the 50 beef.

[@amedina1531]

Irv is like that one drunk Uncle that don’t stfu and airs out everyone’s dirty laundry 😭, but he keeps it real so I respect it 😭

[@lawhisper47]

He’s a ♋ Cancer, My uncle is the same way 😂😂

[@TheSunshineplace10]

Lollll

[@iArieeee]

Ashanti got that GOOD GOOD. This man was talking about her for a solid hour.

[@ericdavis2790]

coochie whipped

[@PAPERWEIGHTPRODUCTIONS]

Lmfaooo facts!

[@Chi_Storm_]

Exactly!

[@jamaaldavis7907]

He hurt..😂😂

[@2000Ajerrell]

Irv had the best interviews, I loved to hear him tell a story.

[@davidjr24]

over an hour of Ashanti talk....Irv is definitely still in his feelings!!

[@shaunlucky9645]

💯💯💯

[@bleedwolf5]

Yep

[@remymartn5640]

Irv looking sick frfr

[@InvincibleYoungEmpire]

@@remymartn5640 😳😳

[@tray4393]

Exactly

[@willlowery1921]

Ja is trying his hardest to deflect and monitor his boy. Lightweight uncomfortable. This is gold!

[@BreZyTVlog]

😂😂😂

[@bazar2021]

Lmaooooo he realized he can’t derail that train so he just keep saying listen I wasn’t there 😭

[@NoLineNoWait123AbC]

The knicka talks waay too much and way too loud. I don’t believe his toughness for one moment. He the type of a foo that would make you rob him and it wasn’t even on the agenda, but since he talks so fugn much..food, let’s eat.

[@kg1521]

In the first 8 minutes he brought Ashanti up. Amazing.

[@jradisrael6166]

He in love.

[@PJ-po7fu]

I watched this reluctantly coz I had a day off and nothing to do. But I did not expect to be entertained, outraged, shocked, laughing my ass off & pissed all at the same time😂gotti told everything and yes he still loves Ashanti idgaf

[@brianCurt]

Irv, killed me with that one.. She was with me everyday, until she was with Nelly 💀😭🤣😂🤣

[@k2skipper]

Hilarious 😂😂😂😂

[@thatgrlkimm]

Lmaooo I’m waiting to get to that part

[@sweetsavage1738]

EVERYDAY FOR TWO YEARS @THAT💀💀💀⚰️

[@ariesspring2161]

Lmaoo he funny af

[@HiPHOPx87]

@@sweetsavage1738 🤣

[@mauricesims6089]

Man they made it seem like Ja was just letting Irv shet on Ashanti. He was telling him to chill a lot. Telling Nore to move on to different subjects. Ja seems like he is in a good place and loving life. Keep it pushin Ja

[@stephanieknight7593]

Yea he did good, but like I explained to my husband with women we wannt more detail and effort. Yes Ja did speak but if you are my brother I would want you to totally shut it down. Tell him not to speak on me in front oof you at all but I'm older now and I understand men don't communicate the same. If yall feel someone isn't listening yall say fuck it and women we press the issue more. Ultimately he did a good job I just think ppl just expected a Lil more from because of how close he is with Ashanti

[@mauricesims6089]

@stephanie knight you are correct. My family would be defended much more aggressively. But I think his relationship with Ashanti isn’t as strong as his relationship with Irv. Either way Irv sad as hell for being salty. She was just one of his side pieces and he expected her to stay his side piece. Hmm side piece or Nelly’s woman? He stupid. Lol

[@stephanieknight7593]

@@mauricesims6089 exaaasccttly yo!

[@MyWayOnNow]

Lll

[@juicejones959]

Exactly Ja did a great job

[@jrock7561]

Ja really is a grown up. Good to see. He really has grown up unlike many other artists.

[@torianmcneill3794]

50 still got Ja’s name in his mouth

[@CLTBX]

Irv NEVER got past Ashanti wanting to be with Nelly... and I think it's HILARIOUS!!! 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣😅😅😅

[@kikilicious99]

Its almost pathetic at this point. It's like Vivica Talking about 50.🤦🏽‍♀️🙄

[@msparkerbacktothebasics6847]

@@kikilicious99😂😂😂😂

[@AndrayaSmith-ds1rr]

That’s a cancer for you. My dad is the same way…😂😂😂

[@tylerreigle6462]

I fuck wit Irv but it's clear he's lying cause he said he was with Ashanti every day for 2 years then the Chicago game happened, if her and irv were together at the time he's saying in the early 2000s Derrick Rose wasn't in the NBA yet 😂😂😂😂 and there was really no league package in the early 2000s

[@kingsports1113]

Rip irv Gotti it's Ashanti n Nelly fault after having the baby

[@beejay5356]

Love the relationship Irv Gotti and Ja Rule have maintained. They are family.

[@ridoggydogg658]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2aZlnxpa6mYj7c kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYKcdH6ja65gmKM kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHu4q6yvgp5rh6M

[@PeaceMastered]

I love how N.O.R.E was riding for Ashanti. He had a witty remark every time Irv tried to stunt on her. Honestly would have been so dope if she popped up. Irv is very theatrical with how he talks about life tho, so I won't be biased. I was laughing within the 1st 5 mins. Great Interview. I enjoyed the conversation. 💛 Edit: (After watching in its entirety) Irv definitely deserves his flowers as a creative genius. His energy isn't very peaceful tho. It can be a lot at once. In his ego, I can definitely understand why Ashanti would choose PEACE over sharing space with him. His energy can be a bit aggressive & overbearingly draining. 🤷🏽‍♀️💛

[@4079907]

I definitely believe he smashed and Nelly smashed

[@stephanieknight7593]

Yes this!!!! I agree totally. Irv has things he needs to let go with Ashanti but I respect his business abilities

[@saucyfaces]

Very heavy energy, he has. With all he's accomplished...I think it's unfortunate.

[@a7nightvision]

Irv pulled a week man move with sucker intentions against Ashanti, it was almost like he was trying to bully her looking at the camera speaking to her that way

[@juliusjujusurratt9568]

@@a7nightvision exactly he knew exactly what he was doing he was just trying to get under her skin because Ashanti's been known to speak her mind

[@malcolmmcnab9254]

You can tell Irv like hearing himself talk bro, it seemed like Ja was over it several times in this interview 💯

[@PJ-po7fu]

Nah, Ja is used to it

[@kelvintengfah6966]

This got to be the most organic and realistic interaction on Drink Champs ever!!!

[@jerryanthony1814]

Irv reminds me of that O.G Uncle who get's drunk at a family get together&starts spilling embarrassing family secrets infront of everyone 😂😂😂!Man has 0% chills🤣

[@KD_SWAGGER]

Irv Gotti is a genius who kept Def Jam on their feet with the relationship he had with DMX, Ja Rule, Jay-Z and others. He doesn't get the accolades he deserves for keeping the lights on at Def Jam when they were on the ropes. Funny how everyone laughed at Ja Rule for singing on hooks back in the day and now almost every rapper does it. Murda Inc. is a powerhouse movement that reign supreme in the early 2000s. Hits after hits after hits!

[@kelvinkyaruzi390]

50 cent murdered of their whole label out of business if they wanted to stay relevant they shouldn't beef with 50

[@RobertsLyric]

@@kelvinkyaruzi390 you forgot the FEDS. That was just as big if not bigger

[@KD_SWAGGER]

@@kelvinkyaruzi390 You're right.

[@KD_SWAGGER]

@@RobertsLyric YEP!

[@Kobe8DaGreat24]

Yap yap yap what have you done in your life too keep the lights on? Nothing too worried about the next mfer smdh.

[@sdotsquad8911]

The way Irv loves Ja Rule is what the world needs to see. 🤲🏽

[@ridoggydogg658]

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[@sleeptv5273]

Facts!! Not to many good friendship out there like them too

[@BigMac785]

Nas said it best. “What? You think you getting girls now because of your looks?”

[@g8wonderIG]

Ja is definitely a CHARACTER!! Im crying over here. Commentary and facial expressions are on point!! 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@k2skipper]

Ja said “what kind of weed is this y’all giving him” 😂😂😂

[@k2skipper]

“I’m TODAY years old” 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@tashagrimes5375]

“I never heard this story” 😂😂😂

[@BrickHouze1996]

Irv is that one friend you that you gotta keep in check… NOT because they say anything wrong, it’s just HOW they say it and they don’t have a filter 😭🤣

[@StardustSJ_]

Yess! Ja did as much as he could! 😅

[@Frossyt]

Nore is hilarious 😂 "Sounds like you didn't get past her" lol

[@ivanaguirre6057]

Someone should do a count of how many times Irv said Ashanti in this interview😂😂

[@2w0nGranTurismo]

he wants her bad

[@jlovetravels5703]

@@Georgewalsh100 he didn’t want her to date anyone els. I can imagine how bad she’s hurting the family. 🤪Ashanti lives rent free in his head.

[@funonthebun888]

Is this why he shelved her and she ain’t up there with bey? I feel Like she should be..

[@edwardbanks2377]

😂

[@tonyfknb3896]

She still bad tho

[@kenahenley7902]

20 years later and Irv still in his feelings over losing Ashanti. This dude hurt hurt!

[@kdeloris2225]

💯

[@f.t.w4957]

And losing to 50 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@jill4481]

😄

[@510fitness3]

Clown 4 that

[@poundtrader1414]

facts, this brother goes on and on about her

[@HIMOTHYJAMES456]

Who Here After Hearing About Irv Gotti Death So Sad Rest Easy King Only 54 Damnn You Made A Impact On The Culture 😢

[@losdagreat1786]

I Love How Ja Kept Irv In Check Lol! That Man Was Doing Too Much Talking 😂😂😂

[@Nezziekay]

Ashanti needs her own drink champs interview for her own flowers and clarity if she chooses to clarify

[@tammbammm]

She won’t do it

[@TheSunnyBrooke]

@@tammbammm I wouldn't do it either because this some it's been over bs. This ain't about no music Luv. These ain't his only artist so he gotta chill, he OWNS the publishing so he'll still paid. But it's the disconnecting from him that got him in his feelings. Love Ja tho, he a real one-he got love for them both and I'm sure he has had side bars with his mans and yet here we are. Petty asl. Irv is an AMAZING businessman but he gotta shake that emotional stuff. Let her go-we know it's never gonna be what THEY created-businesswise he ain't to be fk'd with, that we won't take from him but even by his own words he has grown so much from that so what is he clinging to? nonsense. That whole situation is beneath and behind him AND her OLD connection and that's why I'm not here for it. Now when he talks that s't about his business moves, HE THAT MAN, and ion care what nobody say -he really a Earth God when it comes to that. We wanna hear that. And the watch blew me. Like dude text her-keep it OFF THE AIRWAVES

[@user-cq6mn4dr6q]

Allegedly 2025 - Ashanti’s heartbreak 💔 anger, un-forgiveness, vices, legal issues, unhealthy lifestyle, strokes at 54 Prayers Irv 🙏🏼

[@TheBulletzgottishow20]

So true

[@najimaeljalti2937]

The fact he keeps her watch on his wrist, that says eveything he steel has feelings for her.

[@delvonmayo1427]

That sound silly as hell. If am ex buys you something such as jewelry, you gonna get rid of it. Not me I'm keeping it

[@BigShrimpin416]

@@delvonmayo142720 years later tho?!!!! 😂

[@emmettbraziel3281]

Irv is the homie that make any story sound like a movie

[@roughdraftjr]

GRAZE FROM L.A. GOT THAT RAP ENERGY from back in the day kzbin.info/www/bejne/pILTf6puprt8Y8U

[@Buddy1hunnid1986]

My respect for Ja just increased Tremendously for the way he told gotti to stop speaking about Ashanti

[@joshdavis73]

51 min mark

[@melefarmer1127]

CAP

[@codine9884]

We don’t care Ja doesn’t care they don’t know you

[@blackgirlmagic9487]

Definitely glad he said something… like heal already lol

[@Buddy1hunnid1986]

@@codine9884 it’s always that one person.

[@sandra8643]

RIP Irv Gotti.. Revolt/Drink Champs, Thank You for having This Man 3 Times on the Show.. Irv, Thank You for the Contributions to the Culture.. You Will Be Missed.. Ja, Hold Your Head Up Sir, Salute !

[@mikebell87]

You can tell rule has way more media training than gotti he didn’t want to speak on personal relationships because he knows that ain’t cool and only makes the situation worse I respect rule for that

[@jwill5034]

Irv just don't care not really about media training

[@audeybarrera]

@@djalpacalypse3841 Strate up

[@shanekiapatterson1509]

They are in two different lanes. Irv doesn't have to care about any of that.

[@jerrellwise7902]

It's deeper than that, he can't stand him but the business and illusion of loyalty keeps him connected, he's what everyone thinks Dame Dash is.

[@rayshawngreen4983]

What wrong with speaking the truth?

[@clemonscg]

You can't be loyal to a person that disrespect you. Respect is the foundation of anything

[@DTecksVision]

Irv Gottis mannerisms are like a evil super villian..from joking smiling 1 second to dead as straight angry face the next...love to watch it 😅

[@Narc63]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@yvescharles3193]

Cancer shit ….♋️😈✊🏿

[@emmash3323]

Everytime Irv says "Listen, Listen!" I picture thst little boy saying "Listen, listen Linda!"😂

[@niccimanz]

I feel bad for Ashanti, I spoke about an ex before but damn. You got all that to say 20 years later

[@michaelguedel5972]

That 🐱had him singing her songs 20 years later

[@lalaess2426]

I don’t feel bad for her. I feel bad for deb his wife who he was married to at that time.

[@stanley8763]

Pitty asf talking about here over here

[@mikhailmaimoonahoward]

He too damn old to be this emotional over some 🐱 that wasn’t even his . Sir what happened to your wife?

[@jerryanthony1814]

@@mikhailmaimoonahoward facts😂😂

[@D3P.17]

Irv probably gives the best, most complete interview I’ve ever seen in hip hop.. I can’t think of any other hip hop icon that’s allowed himself to be as vulnerable as irv does..

[@robinsonayuk8179]

Ye

[@ytpider990]

Dame dash

[@Xmarkyaspot_ent]

DMX before he died also master p his just look different bc he always promotes black excellence and always teaching about business but he tells you steps from Nola to Cali and all the diff adversities till this day that comes to his life and overcome. Oh and boosie lol

[@CTGCapo]

Fat Joe. By far!!!

[@kaybee9071]

What I’ve learned from this interview: Gotti and Rule are hilarious Ashanti is the one that got away Rule is the Gotti whisperer Rule is in control of himself under any circumstance Rule is still cute All the legends love N.O.R.E. We need a special episode to give N.O.R.E. And EFN their flowers (maybe have the celebs and fans say something in video)

[@lashawndawilson8643]

Perfectly said

[@Awillii]

❤️

[@Justalfasound]

🤦🏽‍♂️

[@Dideeeee]

Can you tell me where I can learn more about DJ EFN? I really like him, but I just became aware of him because of drink champs.

[@barrind.6912]

“The Gotti whisperer” 😂😂😂 Had to reel that man in a handful of times.

[@bedjourgeorgeamponsah6780]

The media developed hate for Ja and love 50 without knowing the true story behind their beef.. until the feds came and ripped Inc off.. Ja rule is a realest G, much love ❤️👋🏽

[@damiondavis2557]

Ashanti got to get on Drink Champs as soon as possible.

[@vinnydeville4675]

Nah probably Caresha Speaks

[@Leandro-X.2025.Alkebulan]

@@vinnydeville4675 Tf ??

[@vinnydeville4675]

@@Leandro-X.2025.Alkebulan rs

[@jjmuse75]

@@vinnydeville4675 what’s that?

[@vinnydeville4675]

@@jjmuse75 yung Miami podcast lol

[@brooklynbrandon]

Ja Rule asked, “How long does the hurt last?”. Answer: Until one heals it. Thoroughly enjoying this interview! 💯👌🏽

[@thiscatrocks]

He don’t want healing he loves to pick at the scabs

[@Darkempress45]

@@thiscatrocks that’s a great assessment! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@Justme12369]

I love Ja’s energy. He’s grown grown

[@travelingmcgee1185]

😂😂😂

[@Damari90]

Facts JA been grown grown since that 50 beef and didn’t feed into his antics

[@bound210]

It has nun to do with being grown everyone in that room was a grown he’s just chill n kno when to shut up 💯

[@mr_kontroversy]

He’s on drugs to keep it a buck

[@MichelleNo1738]

@@mr_kontroversy facts

[@kp-lb8eq]

Great great interview. Some people hated him but those who understood him saw the greatness and the sensible human being he truly was inside.. everything else was noise. Rip Irv.

[@Sincere4Eva]

And big up to Ja for correcting Irv with calling Ashanti the B word 👏🏾 👏🏾

[@elishajuanjohnson6208]

He didn't

[@aw5347]

Facts!!!

[@kaseempayne2212]

Which part??

[@modenise2921]

I'm so glad I never indulged in the silly, unprovoked, Ja Rule slander in the early 2000s that was put on by 50 Cent. Always been and will be a fan of this dude. On another related note, a 50 & Ja Drink Champs or Verzuz would do numbers!!!

[@Cb88x]

Yeah....... FOOTBALL NUMBERS

[@blackfootchata86]

It'll LITERALLY break the internet

[@eazypaid8311]

50 was tryna tell everybody irv and them wasn't right Ja just happened to have to much loyalty to the wrong ppl. imagine ja on different products like Swiss Timbaland even Kanye, he'd be still out probably

[@rollinstonemoula9689]

It wasnt jus 50.. X was on Him also.. Tha Tupac comparison wasnt helpin

[@killerchampion7554]

@@rollinstonemoula9689 no dmx said he never had beef

[@boomer2300]

If you pay attention to N.O.R.E face during all this interview he’s like damn I got gold this show! Shout out to N.O.R.E

[@roughdraftjr]

GRAZE can be the new wave of classic hip hop kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmi7hHugi6yYg6c

[@maliksmith1870]

The difference of Irv between both Drink Champs episodes is crazy.

[@MrAWeezy86]

Is it just me or is Gotti one of the most captivating and honest interviewees we’ve ever seen? Whether he’s right or wrong, he’s giving it to u raw in the flesh. He has my respect because a lot of people will duck and dodge the hard questions. No only is he answering them, but he’s doing so unfiltered. U gotta love jt. P.S.- Shout out to Rule for being objective and bringing a different perspective of these situations. It gives this interview balance.

[@otisthomas5096]

Captivating? He's a drunk dude who has diarrhea of the mouth & doesn't know what to say publicly

[@ridoggydogg658]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2aZlnxpa6mYj7c kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYKcdH6ja65gmKM kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHu4q6yvgp5rh6M

[@TheGonzaloayres]

Honest as fk !! Love that shit

[@bricesonloving2702]

Dude is lame Af

[@bossupathomewithtequila]

IRV and Dame consistently give amazing interviews. No matter how many I see with them I learn something new every time lol

[@ikelenafly]

Shout out to Irv and Jah friendship lasting over 25 years. Didn’t let fame, money, ego or women come between them. And they still respect each other. 👌🏾

[@OmGNoCaps]

He told that nigga make new masters

[@hellodia8038]

If u wanna be gay just say that . Ja is married, HIS WIFE and kids is his family and they come first . Tf u talking bout

[@tehronjackson3579]

@@OmGNoCaps cam ron spoke about the same thing on a previous drink champs fam

[@Mu_the1]

Ja is irv cum rag

[@daniellussier211]

He don't respect Ja. Ja is there bc he wants to be on TV

[@kingramirez27]

Irv still loves Ashanti u can just see in his eyes and the way he talks about her

[@Tiamoya23]

Yes he does

[@sherriew36]

He's angry AF..He's talking to her in camera😂😂😂😂

[@madlitebrite]

Obsessed

[@esss3722]

@@madlitebrite Indeed

[@jazminrodriguez9026]

Can't keep her name out of her mouth

[@vcgomeez]

All I gotta say is once we Libras is GONE hunnnnni, you gon’ feeeeel it and miss it 🤣 Ashanti lives rent free in irvs head frrr

[@TOPSyndicate]

These 2 been on this show multiple times yet each one is more interesting than the last one

[@RC-fh9wy]

These dudes probably weird AF in real life-- just look like them loll

[@TOPSyndicate]

@@RC-fh9wy aye I won't doubt it lol

[@edababy0718]

This nigga irv look wack as fuck 💀 🤣

[@youssefben7535]

Those guys are Def weird

[@mikemadmusic]

🏆

[@michaelcharles9869]

My favorite part is when N.O.R.E SAYS “sounds like you didn’t get passed her, just being honest. That was like an hour into the show.

[@Ittybabe]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@quecenter9322]

My respects to ja rule dude really showed how real he is in this interview not trying to get in the middle of anything just keeping it real with both parties respect ja you a real one

[@simoneee31]

I agree

[@kiab420]

He is I love him

[@coachricktheceo6477]

@Sayanora Sue Facts! Ja wanna be Pac so bad!

[@gregthesplintercell]

There's no way he actually died. That's unbelievable.

[@brooklynnikki478]

Gotti is insane, Ja Rule is a standup man! The loyalty and ❤️ love between these two is awesome. Love to see it! Gotta leave Ashanti alone. Make this the last time you ever speak on her name. Period, especially in a derogatory way. Dude!

[@jimjohnson5118]

I think we can Officially say that Nore & DJ Efen are The First and Best Hip Hop & RnB Therapist we've ever seen. Salute...

[@francesmarie702]

Real Talk

[@growthmindset848]

To whomever is reading this - wishing you the best morning/night - remember, what we think, we become 🧠💰

[@AYYYY8D]

@@growthmindset848 I promise this is a good song. kzbin.info/www/bejne/h6vUp2mEpriHp7M

[@ST-tf7cs]

@@growthmindset848 so y a

[@mauricefears1430]

Not the first but go on

[@ambfilm1188]

If a Murder Inc. vs Bad Boy “Versus” happens… That will be a Super Bowl type event at my crib! Open bar, BBQ poppin and dope music. Please make it happen so I can throw that party 👏🏾👏🏾🙌🏾

[@goddessofthesun9006]

You asking the wrong people ... drink Champs are not collaborated with verzuz but that would be dope 👌

[@keronwindley4950]

Send out RSVPs ,… I’m there

[@Challenge818]

I can't front, that would be good entertainment and would do big numbers viewer wise.

[@user-vn7tm5ht5g]

bad boy would wash em lol , not even close

[@L1BURNAZ]

Word! It’d be a nice battle. Inc for the win !

[@storiking650]

1:19:48 🎯And THAT is why JaRule is STILL happily married to his wife/bestfriend from his YOUTH, also bcuz he STILL lovingly & proudly cares for & funds the lifestyle for both him & his wife's Moms lovingly & proudly with them, on their property, on HIS dime 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾!!! Such a respectful, classy, great father, great son, great husband & a great, loyal friend!!!

[@jayfoster1295]

Irv is hilarious and extremely long winded and I love it 😭😭😭

[@mistaohobson]

😂😂😂😂😂😂 def long winded

[@Plaiboi02]

I WOULD LIKE TO RESPOND!!!!!! I've never laughed 3 hours straight EVER. Irv Gotti is that one, sober or not you gotta respect him. Straight up live wire💥

[@plantedaquaristlove9576]

Yooooo I was fucking dead there! My nigga was dead ass! He needed to get his point across!!!! 😂😂😂😂

[@YungDiddy1484]

Factz

[@ajamurichard7490]

"What else is in it, is this a Jeffrey?" Takes a pull "this aint no regular weed." " definitily heroin" Irv had me dying laughing.

[@TeeRo617]

🤣

[@allhaildaking]

And kept pulling😂😂😂😂..

[@superwisewomenmaga9727]

irv don't care that his story he sticking too it .. 👀🕊️

[@jackpotjunkie]

@@allhaildaking (@IrvGotti holdin' his breath🤭💨💨w/ a chest full of smoke) "datz summm g00d azz sh!t dawwwggg!" (😤cough*cough) lol!

[@AllHailKingRose]

And he asked for another Jeffrey 🤣🤣

[@ashleeallen8717]

I think Irv died of a broken heart. Honestly, he loved Ashanti and seeing her double back with Nelly I think took a toll on him with his illness.

[@MichelMawon4982]

Oh gosh…I thought this too.

[@waveoffeit8577]

His first stroke happened around the time she announced her first born. He passed away when news came out of her second child :( was never a fan of his rough and rugged style but I respect his accomplishments immensely. Rest in Paradise IRV.

[@ondeckmediachasetose]

Irv explains everything in movie form that's why he's able to create so much great content 💯

[@luticusnoel7447]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/mJjNYZ-VfrRgodE

[@Damari90]

Man I’m glad tales series is coming back on 8/23 🔥🔥

[@Iwishyoudevinegr8ness]

Yep!! He's an outstanding "storyteller" I LOVE YOU GOTTI

[@JAPANESEJENN]

Right he’s genius

[@roughdraftjr]

GRAZE can be the new wave of classic hip hop kzbin.info/www/bejne/jmi7hHugi6yYg6c

[@jonescurtis1970]

Big money talk, airing out dirty laundry, copious amounts of liquor and a real conversation with a legend has happened! Murder INC, respect!

[@dmac7403]

🤡

[@dianajohnson4364]

I appreciate Ja, humble, loyal, and intelligent, handles himself well!

[@ridoggydogg658]

🤣🤣🤣🤣 kzbin.info/www/bejne/f6acdKqkj5uXfJY kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2aZlnxpa6mYj7c kzbin.info/www/bejne/jYKcdH6ja65gmKM kzbin.info/www/bejne/nHu4q6yvgp5rh6M

[@TPIN-l8x]

Yes💯

[@barbiefunkyfaceb]

Came back to watch this episode in honor of the Irv Gotti and Murder I.N.C Family. Rest in music 🎶Live your life MATTERS PEOPLE PEACE&LOVE

[@cyrusshah6175]

Never A Boring Interview with Gotti. Takes Balls To Say How You Feel. Only Way to Be. The loyalty between the 2 is beautiful too.

[@kylesmith9466]

Or Dame Dash

[@AllmanDeliman]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bIqrpoaVedSjmrM

[@yesimbacknow7472]

Balls..... the dude is high and drunk... I AINT TRYING TO HEAR THAT. I'm a 88 baby I know how lame these cats are. Rule included. Nore the only 100 there.

[@327Jhigh]

Simp university

[@dontcryovercomments9307]

Balls or alcohol?