Ashanti wrote her own parts and laid down the infectious hooks to match Ja Rule's signature raspy delivery.
💡 Despite being a massive commercial success that peaked at number 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, Blender magazine notoriously ranked it at number 45 on its list of the "50 Worst Songs of All Time".
Starts at a slumber party but emerges in full black leather attire because Ja Rule wants her to be more street. Ashanti Ft Ja Rule Mesmerize
Watch the official music video and behind-the-scenes clips of how they built this crossover classic: Ja Rule - Mesmerize ft. Ashanti (Official Music Video) YouTube · The Inc Ashanti & Ja Rule "Making Of Mesmerize" YouTube · Ashanti Vault Ja Rule ft. Ashanti: Mesmerize - A RnB Classic TikTok · fave.rnb.classics
Heavily inspired by the musical film Grease , specifically the "You're the One That I Want" carnival scene. 🎬 The Music Video Concept Ashanti wrote her own parts and laid down
Starts with his crew in a strategy room but leaves wearing a preppy sweater because Ashanti wants him to ditch the street life.
Written as a playful "thug love" anthem where a rough street rapper and a good girl trade lifestyles. Watch the official music video and behind-the-scenes clips
Masterminded by Irv Gotti and Chink Santana under Murder Inc. Records.