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Jennifer Lopez – I’m Real – 7 Inch Vinyl Record

I’m Real is a song by Jennifer Lopez from her second studio album, J.Lo, released in 2001. This track stands out as one of the defining hits of her early career, featuring a catchy blend of pop and R&B elements that helped solidify her status as a music icon.

The original version of I’m Real showcases Lopez’s smooth vocals over a laid-back, infectious beat, appealing to both pop and R&B audiences. However, the song gained even more popularity with its remix version, ‘I’m Real (Murder Remix),’ which features rapper Ja Rule. This remix, produced by Irv Gotti, features a more pronounced hip-hop influence and distinctively uses a sample from the song ‘All I Have’ by Mary Jane Girls.

Lyrically, I’m Real reflects themes of authenticity and relationship dynamics, with Lopez asserting her genuine self in both life and love. The collaboration with Ja Rule was a significant hit, topping several charts and becoming a staple of early 2000s music, often noted for its catchy hook and memorable lyrics.

The song’s success contributed significantly to the popularity of the album J.Lo, and its impact is seen in its frequent airplay and enduring presence in Lopez’s performance repertoire. ‘I’m Real’ is remembered as a pivotal track that helped blend the lines between pop and hip-hop during its time.

NEW, never played

Black Vinyl

2001 Epic Records

Track Listing

I’m Real (Murder Remix featuring Ja Rule – Clean Version)
Love don’t cost a thing