Hip-Hop veteran Ja Rule has addressed recent viral rumours claiming he was ambushed outside a New York City restaurant, confirming that while there was an attempted confrontation, he emerged unscathed.
The speculation began when gossip blogger Tasha K posted on X (formerly Twitter) that the Murder Inc. rapper had been involved in a “pretty phucking bad” incident. Multiple social media accounts quickly amplified the unverified claims, prompting concern among fans for the “Always On Time” artist’s safety.
Ja Rule, 49, took to social media to set the record straight, writing:
“Tasha why you lying to these good ppl Yes some b#### a* n##### tried to jump me, No it wasn’t at sei less and I’m chilling smoking a joint watching SVP wit not a scratch on me,”* accompanied by laughing emojis.
According to the rapper, the attempted confrontation occurred at the Barclays Center following the Monica & Brandy “The Boy is Mine” Tour stop on November 20, not outside the upscale Sei Less restaurant as initially reported. Ja Rule confirmed he was unharmed and spent the evening relaxing and watching ESPN’s SportsCenter with Scott Van Pelt.
The incident comes as Ja Rule has been reflecting publicly on the effects of Hip-Hop conflicts. In a recent appearance on Carmelo Anthony’s 7PM in Brooklyn podcast, he discussed his infamous feud with 50 Cent and emphasised the negative impact of rap beefs on the industry.
“I don’t think Hip-Hop beefs are good for the culture,” he said. “Big and ‘Pac both got killed. Me and 50’s s### was me and 50’s s###. Jay and Nas had their thing. You know how much business and things they probably could have did as men if that little rift or tiff didn’t happen?”
Ja Rule continues to advocate for collaboration over conflict in Hip-Hop, a stance highlighted by his prompt response to the misinformation about the Brooklyn incident.
Source: AllHipHop.com
