The Herd with Colin Cowherd Joe and Jada - Eve on DMX & Ruff Ryders, Dr. Dre & Aftermath & her tour with Ja Rule & Nelly
Aug 9, 2025
Eve, the Philadelphia rapper, singer, and actress, known as the Ruff Ryders' First Lady, shares her journey from being dropped by Dr. Dre to joining Ruff Ryders with DMX and The Lox. She reminisces about the vibrant 90s rap scene and the magic of rushing to music stores. The conversation touches on her current tour with Ja Rule and Nelly and how she feels about today’s female rappers like Cardi B and Latto. Eve also reflects on her acting career, discussing her shows 'Eve' and 'Queens,' while blending humor and personal insights throughout.
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Work For Passion, Not Proof
- Eve says she continues to work because she loves the craft and wants to show her son what she does.
- She warns listeners not to believe rumors about her wealth and choices.
Settling Into Life In The UK
- Eve moved to the UK, has lived there over a decade, and now considers it home after having her son there.
- She notes cultural differences and mentions knife crime as a stark reality she had to adjust to.
Nostalgia-Packed Arena Tour
- Eve is on a nostalgia-heavy tour with Ja Rule, Nelly, and Chingy playing nonstop hits.
- She enjoys the packed arenas and the chance to take audiences back to earlier moments in their lives.