Jigga That Nigga
Jay-Z
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Roc-A-Fella y'all It's the Roc! Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga R.O., R.O.C. niggas, R.O. Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga Hov'! R.O.C. niggas, R.O., whoo! Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga It's Hov'! R.O.C. niggas Jay-Z Come on the track duh duh da-da With a throwback jersey and a fitted Might blow a bag of Hershey in the sidd-ix Or might take sips of army with a chidd-ick I'm so sick widdit Lampin' in the Hamptons, the weekends man The stance meant for Adidas and the campus Or playin' guts on the cruise, her made bow shoes The Asar bucket on I'm so old school Yellow wrist watch, Gucci flip flops Six top model chicks, who is this hot? J-A, ladies help me say it now Y-Zs, mami why you playin' with me? Ride with me, get high as me It's how it's supposed to be, when you rollin with G's, Hov'! Back up in this bitch like whoa Jigga get this whole bitch jumpin' like six-fo's (Hov'!) V is I, and I am him (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) Slim with the tilted brim on twenty inch rims (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) And if y'all got love for me I got love for y'all (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) And if y'all go to war for me I go to war wit y'all (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) Hov'! And so I breeze through jeans and eazy Sue She's respondin', top of C. Bronson We in Luan (whoo!) gettin' our groove on Buyin out the bar, on our way to Spa' She never seen a hundred on the wrist before Never seen twenty-two's on the six before I am, killin' 'em out there, they needin' first aid Cause the boy got more six's than first grade The crib got, killer views and square feet You have to film MTV Cribs for a week So, sleep if you need to, mami I will leave you Right where you stand, nah I don't want to dance (I'm good) I just want to see what's in your Frankie V pants Waist is low enough to let your waist show Top like a rock star, I got a fast car We can cruise the city, doin' a buck-sixty (Hov'!) V is I, and I am him (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) Slim with the tilted brim on twenty inch rims (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) And if y'all got love for me I got love for y'all (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) And if y'all go to war for me I go to war wit y'all (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) "He did it again!" Haters no like But they gotta f*ck with it cause the flow's so tight Gnarly dude! I puff Bob Marley dude All day, like Rastafari's do Now I'm stuck to the point I could hardly move You fuckin' up my high, don't bother me dude But Red Rover, send your hoes over She can do whatever, sip somethin' with soda She can leave whenever, sip somethin' with Hova We can play however, sleigh bed or sofa And the prognosis, sex is explosive Left her with wet bedsheets, nigga I'm focused (Hov'!) V is I, and I am him (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) Slim with the tilted brim on twenty inch rims (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) And if y'all got love for me I got love for y'all (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) And if y'all go to war for me I go to war wit y'all (Jigga, Jigga, that nigga Jigga!) R.O., R.O.C. niggas R.O.C. niggas (Roc-A-Fella y'all!)
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22 facts about this song
Album Release"Jigga That Nigga" is a song by American rapper Jay-Z from his sixth studio album "The Blueprint2: The Gift & The Curse," which was released in November of 2002.
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Song DetailsThe song is part of Disk 2 of the double CD album. It is the fourth song on this disk.
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ProductionIt was produced by the Neptunes, a productive team composing of Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, who are known for their distinctive, progressive pop and hip-hop productions.
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Song OriginIn the song, Jay-Z proclaims himself as "Jigga," a nickname that is a stylized derivative of his previous stage name, "Jazzy."
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Genre"Jigga That Nigga" is mainly a rap song with elements of old school hip hop, mixed with funk influences, a characteristic trait of the Neptunes' production style.
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LyricsThis song features Jay-Z's signature wordplay and boasts about his wealth, success, and status in the music industry.
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ReceptionThe song received mixed reviews from critics. Some praised Jay-Z's flow and delivery, while others criticized the apparent focus on mainstream appeal.
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Commercial PerformanceAlthough it was not released as a single, the song still managed to gain substantial radio play and helped contribute to the overall success of the "Blueprint2" album.
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Cultural InfluenceJay-Z's usage of "Jigga" in this song and other tracks has gone on to influence other artists, leading to its common usage in the wider hip-hop community.
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Hidden TracksAfter the completion of the song, two hidden tracks are played which are not mentioned in the inlay. These are "Girl's, Girl's, Girl's (Remix)" and "People Talking."
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Album Membership"Jigga That Nigga" is a track from Jay-Z's sixth studio album, "The Blueprint2: The Gift & The Curse," released in 2002.
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Production CreditsThe track was produced by The Neptunes, a music production duo composed of Pharrell Williams and Chad Hugo, known for their work in R&B, hip hop and pop music.
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Chart PerformanceDespite not being a single, the song managed to hit number 66 on the Hot R&B/Hip-Hop Singles & Tracks chart due to strong radio airplay.
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Lyric ThemeThe lyrics of "Jigga That Nigga" focus on Jay-Z's personal success, his wealth and status, and his prowess as a rapper.
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Name DerivationThe name 'Jigga' is actually a nickname of Jay-Z, which he has used in many of his songs, especially in the early part of his career.
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Controversial Use of LanguageAs with many of Jay-Z's songs, the language used in "Jigga That Nigga" has been a subject of controversy due to its raw depiction of urban and street life.
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Positive ReceptionThe song is generally well received by fans and critics alike, with many praising its catchy hook and Jay-Z's charismatic delivery.
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Inspirational ElementAs seen in various elements within the song, it is vastly seen as a motivational tune about succeeding against the odds, a recurring theme in Jay-Z's discography.
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InfluencesJay-Z's flow in this track is heavily influenced by the fast-paced, rhythmic flows of rappers from the late 80s and early 90s.
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Frequent CollaboratorsThis song marks yet another collaboration between Jay-Z and The Neptunes, highlighting a strong working relationship they've developed over the years.
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Cultural Influence"Jigga That Nigga" has been sampled and referenced in many hip hop songs after its release, showcasing its influence on the genre.
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Live PerformancesJay-Z often performs this song at his concerts, and it is notable for getting the crowd hyped up due its catchy beat and engaging lyrics.
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