Jadakiss' Wife: The Rapper Once Said He Will Never Get Married
Jadakiss has actively guarded his personal life, but the hip-hop artist has been candid about navigating it. He has also hinted at possibly marrying, even giving a prediction in 2015, but he has yet to tie the knot.
In a 2012 interview, Jadakiss opened up about the first time he fell in love. The rapper had developed feelings for a woman but didn't realize it until he learned she was involved with someone else.
When asked if that experience changed his view on women, he said it made him want to "tighten up" and "sharpen his skills." Jadakiss knew taking a good woman for granted was unwise, especially when he felt they were hard to come by.
Jadakiss is seen as he, Ja Rule and Ashanti Light Up the Empire State Building in Celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop at The Empire State Building on August 10, 2023, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Still, he was guarded when it came to women in general. Describing them as "very devious," the artist noted their ability to take heavy secrets to the grave. "So, you gotta watch what you doing. Watch how you handle the situation," he said.
At the time, he wasn't seeing anyone, but he shared his preferences regarding choosing a partner. While he appreciated a beautiful face and smile on a woman, what mattered most was her personality. "Then everything else falls into place," he remarked.
Jadakiss performs onstage during the 50 Cent: The Final Lap Tour at Barclays Center on August 9, 2023, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Jadakiss on Getting Married: 'It's Like I'm Secretly Planning My Wedding'
When asked whether he felt he would ever marry, Jadakiss responded, "I always say that I'll never get married, but somewhere down in me, it's like I'm secretly planning my wedding." He said he tried not to think too hard about the prospect.
Still, despite being unsure about marital union, the New York native thoroughly enjoyed attending weddings. In 2015, speaking to co-hosts Tamera Mowry, Loni Love, Jeannie Mai, and others on "The Real," the topic of marriage came up again.
Jadakiss revealed he had become a father of four during his hiatus from the industry. When asked if he planned on getting hitched, he said it would be a year or two before he did. However, as of this writing, the rapper does not have a wife.
Jadakiss attends the Starter x MLB Bronx Bubble Jacket Unveiling at the MLB Flagship Store on July 25, 2023, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
A Little on Jadakiss's on and off Romance with Winter Ramos
Jadakiss was romantically involved with Winter Ramos between 1997 and 2011. The former couple had an on-and-off relationship throughout those years until Ramos moved on with someone else.
The TV personality and author spoke about their relationship in 2013, describing Jadakiss as a "soft-spoken" man. Whenever he was feuding with other artists, like 50 Cent and Beanie Sigel, she felt they were "picking on him," but acknowledged that those beefs often pushed him to hone his lyricism and overall music.
Jadakiss arrives to the 2023 BET Awards at Microsoft Theater on June 25, 2023, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
Jadakiss Marries His Musical Tastes with That of His Kids
Jadakiss's children are Jae'won, Jaidyon, and fraternal twins Jamir and Josh. Little is known about the mothers of his children, but he once shared he and the mother of his first and eldest son were on good terms.
Years before the twins were born, he spoke about considering the kind of music his children enjoyed when making his own. He revealed that his daughter's mother was from Columbus, Ohio, where they loved various music genres and dancing.
On the other hand, his son listened to other rappers, including Schoolboy Q and A$AP Rocky. While he stayed true to how he made music, Jadakiss still sought his kids' approval whenever he catered to them. That's how heavily they influenced his career.