Jeffrey Bruce Atkins
- Born:
- February 29, 1976, Queens, New York City, New York, USA
- Nationality:
- American
- Profession(s):
- Rapper, Singer, Songwriter, Actor
Early Life and Education
- Raised in Hollis, Queens, New York.
- Early exposure to hip-hop music influenced his career path.
- Attended various schools in Queens.
Career and Major Achievements
- Began his music career with the hip hop group Cash Money Click (CMC).
- Gained mainstream success as a solo artist in the late 1990s and early 2000s.
- Co-founded Murder Inc. Records with Irv Gotti.
- Achieved multi-platinum album sales and numerous chart-topping singles.
- Nominated for multiple Grammy Awards.
- Starred in several films and television shows.
Notable Works
Discography
| Year | Title | Label |
| 1999 | Venni Vetti Vecci | Def Jam, Murder Inc. |
| 2000 | Rule 3:36 | Def Jam, Murder Inc. |
| 2001 | Pain Is Love | Def Jam, Murder Inc. |
| 2002 | The Last Temptation | Def Jam, Murder Inc. |
| 2003 | Blood in My Eye | Def Jam, Murder Inc. |
Filmography (Selected)
| Year | Title | Role |
| 2001 | Turn It Up | Diamond |
| 2001 | The Fast and the Furious | Edwin |
| 2004 | Assault on Precinct 13 | Smiley |
Legacy and Impact
Jeffrey Bruce Atkins, professionally known as ja rule born maven, made a significant impact on popular music in the early 2000s with his blend of hip hop and R&B. He solidified his position within popular culture through chart-topping hits, collaborations, and ventures into acting. Despite later controversies, his influence on the sound of early 2000s hip hop remains undeniable.