Jigga My Nigga

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About Jigga My Nigga

"Jigga My Nigga" is a single by Jay-Z from the Ruff Ryders Entertainment compilation Ryde or Die Vol. 1. It also appeared as a hidden track on Jay-Z's fourth album, Vol. 3... Life and Times of S. Carter, contained within the final track "Hova Song (Outro)". Produced by Swizz Beatz, it reached number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song interpolates "Just Me, Just You" by The Counts and "What's My Name?" by Snoop Dogg, using the line "what's my motherfuckin' name?". The beat was later remade for "Scenario 2000" by Eve featuring Ruff Ryders. On the "Jigga My Nigga" CD single, three non-Jay-Z tracks are featured: Memphis Bleek's "Memphis Bleek Is...", Rell's "When You Will See" and Beanie Sigel's "What a Thug About". 


Year:
1999
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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."
Chart Success
The track reached number 28 on the Billboard Hot 100, making it a successful single. It also topped the Billboard Hot Rap Singles chart.
Collaborations & Productions
This 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.
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.
Remix Version
There’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.
Controversy
Since its release, the title of the song has sparked discussion due to its casual use of slang and racially sensitive word.
Frequent Collaboration
The 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.
Video Production
The 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.
Cultural Impact
Despite 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.
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.
Release
"Jigga My Nigga" by Jay-Z was initially released in 1999.
Album
Although 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."
Song Production
The song was one of the track productions by hip-hop record producer Swizz Beatz.
Chart Success
Upon its release, "Jigga My Nigga" reached No. 1 on Billboards' Rap Songs Chart and became a commercial success.
Controversy
Due to its explicit language and mature subject matter, the song faced several controversies and was even subjected to radio edits.
Performances
Jay-Z extensively performed this song on his tours, making it one of the fan-favorite tracks, despite controversies.
Purpose of Song
In the song, Jay-Z aimed at solidifying his position in the rap industry, projecting himself as one of the leading artists.
Music Video
The music video directed by David Meyers, featured cameos from other Ruff Ryders' labelmates like DMX and other contemporary hip-hop artists.
Sales
As 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.
Remix Version
A remix version of the song also appeared on Jay-Z's compilation album "The Blueprint 2.1".

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