Is Ja Rule A-List?
No — Ja Rule is currently ranked D tier — a minor public figure with limited fame outside a small audience.
Reached A-list in 2001
Billboard Chart Success
Lost A-list status in 2005
Dropped to B tier — Career Decline Begins
Ranking Timeline
Debut Album Release
Ja Rule releases 'Venni Vetti Vecci', gaining initial fame.
Billboard Chart Success
Hits like 'Put It on Me' boost his popularity and net worth.
Collaborations with JLo
Collaborating with Jennifer Lopez boosts mainstream appeal.
Continued Album Success
Releases 'Blood in My Eye', which sells well despite beef.
Career Decline Begins
Feud with 50 Cent and legal issues hurt his career.
Attempted Comeback
Tries to revitalize his career, but fails to regain old status.
Fyre Festival Debacle
Involvement in Fyre Festival damages reputation and finances.
Legacy Fading Slightly
His music is still played but not a current force.
Last updated: February 21, 2026