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Rule 3:36 Image
Metascore
56

Mixed or average reviews - based on 5 Critic Reviews What's this?

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7.4

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8 Ratings

  • Summary: The New York rapper rose to the top of the charts with this sophomore effort, produced by Irv Gotti.

Top Track

Put It On Me
Where would I be without my baby (baby) The thought alone might break me (ooh) And I don't wanna go crazy Cuz every thug needs a lady (Yeah,... See the rest of the song lyrics
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 5
  2. Negative: 0 out of 5
  1. Unfortunately, Rule 3:36, which does feature a few worthwhile moments, doesn't string enough strong tracks together to be a cohesive, effective listen.
  2. With Rule 3:36, Ja Rule takes a step forward from his impressive debut album, spending less time trying to act hard, and focusing more effort on crafting a diverse album.
  3. While the album is full of quality tunes that sound nice in isolation, as a complete package, it lacks the versatility to take it to another level.
  4. Checkout.com
    50
    Rule's sandblasted voice is as memorable as ever. But his unmistakable vocal presence is wasted on joints that fall way short of the impact made by his breakthrough hit ["Holla, Holla"].
  5. Ja Rule plays it painfully safe on his second album, doling out pop hooks over gimmicky production.
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 3
  3. Negative: 1 out of 3
  1. Mar 1, 2012
    10
    Ja's best solo album.
  2. [Anonymous]
    Jul 6, 2004
    10
    this album is the best
  3. KatieP
    Dec 26, 2003
    0
    Ja sucks.