After his first entry a few weeks back, Ja Rule checked in with VIBE for his latest kite. Up north, Ja discussed the first night behind bars, reflected on his deceased father and how responding to fan mail uplifts his spirits.
While Ja Rule occupies the clink in upstate, NY, he’s using his time to write monthly journal entries. Here’s his first kite about an 18-year-old inmate attempting suicide.
Even though Ja is behind bars at the moment, he is still going to be releasing his new album, Pain Is Love 2 sometime in 2012. For now, take a look at the official artwork. Double your pleasure.
Another day. Another pushback for Ja Rule. Initially set to be released on October 11, Ja’s Pain Is Love 2 was recently pushed back and now has been giving another delay date of January 17, 2012. hhnm
Look out Peter Parker. Before Ja reported to the clink, he found himself getting a few things off his chest in the middle of no man’s land for his new track. Pre-PIL2 EP and Pain Is Love 2 coming soon. hhnm
Even though Ja is behind bars that doesn’t mean we can’t get new music. Here’s a new track with production from 7 Aurelius that will appear on the upcoming project, Pre-PIL2 EP. hhnm
Ja’s Pain Is Love 2 has recently been pushed back. As a result, he’s releasing his Pre-PIL2 EP as a warm up. Here’s his latest offering with his go-to producer, 7 Aurelius. hhnm
Ja might be locked away for awhile, but that isn’t stopping him from releasing music. After a few setbacks, the second installment of his Pain Is Love is now dropping on October 11. Don’t front, the first single still bumps. nav
Ja Rule just can’t catch a break. Earlier today, he was sentenced to 28 months in prison on tax evasion charges. The sentence will run concurrent to his two year stint and he will probably serve an additional four months. Also as part of his deal, Loki will have to pay $1.1 million in back taxes. While in court, an emotional Rule told a federal judge.
[vodpod id=Video.10565986&w=540&h=350&fv=] Ja Rule entered a NYC courtroom this afternoon and turned himself to begin his two year sentence on weapons possession charges. If he’s on his best behavior, he will only serve 18 to 20 months. Keep ya head up, Loki. The Renaissance Project and Pain Is Love 2 coming this summer. mtv
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