Jackson was born and raised in South Jamaica, a neighborhood in the New York City borough of Queens. His mother Sabrina, a drug dealer, died in a fire when he was 8. Since his father had already abandoned the family, young Curtis was sent to live with his grandparents. Growing up during the crack epidemic of the 80s and 90s, Jackson dealt drugs when he wasn't "killing time" at school or boxing at a local gym. His grandparents assumed he was at after-school programs when he was out selling crack. In tenth grade, Jackson was caught with guns and drug money passing through the metal detectors at Andrew Jackson High School in Queens. In 1994, Jackson was arrested again for selling vials of cocaine to an undercover officer, and three weeks later he was arrested yet-again after police found heroin, crack cocaine, and a starter pistol in his home. Jackson was sentenced to 3 to 9 years in prison, but opted to join a 6 month boot camp program and get his GED. Around this time, Jackson began going by "50 Cent," inspired by deceased Brooklyn stick-up man Kelvin "50 Cent" Martin.
After leaving drug dealing to pursue a rap career, he released his debut album Guess Who's Back Again in 2002. He was discovered by Eminem and Dr. Dre and then signed to Interscope Records. He has since released Get Rich or Die Tryin' (2003), The Massacre (2006), Curtis (2007) and Before I Self Destruct (2009).
50 Cent has engaged in feuds with other rappers including Jay-Z, Ja Rule, The Game, Cam'ron, Fat Joe, and Rick Ross. He has also pursued an acting career, appearing in the semi-autobiographical film Get Rich or Die Tryin' in 2005, the Iraq War film Home of the Brave in 2006, and Righteous Kill in 2008. 50 Cent is one of the richest hip-hop performers, having a net worth estimated at US $440 million in 2008.
Before 50 Cent ever inked a major deal, he built up a substantial fan base in New York through underground mixtapes. 50 Cent met up with Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC and was signed to his label to write all of Jay’s music. After he’d left JMJ, he signed to Columbia Records in 1996. On this label, he released Power of the Dollar, and the singles How to Rob and Ghetto Qua Ran. Columbia Records released him from the label after being shot on May 24th, 2000.
Around this time, Eminem had heard one of 50 Cent’s demo tapes and expressed a huge interest in him on MTV, as did Dr. Dre. Shortly after this, 50 Cent officially signed to Interscope Records. He was the first rapper to sign to the joint label owned by Dr. Dre and Eminem. The first song he released on this record was entitled Wanksta and was featured on the 8 Mile soundtrack.
In its first week of release, his debut ”Get Rich Or Die Tryin’” sold 872,000 units - easily reaching Gold status. Within the second week it went Platinum (1 mil) and on April 12th, 2004 the RIAA certified it six times Platinum.
In 2005 he followed the success of his album Get Rich or Die Tryin’ with a new release - The Massacre (originally called St. Valentines Day Massacre until the release date was pushed back). The first single released off this, Disco Inferno, was a huge hit - he followed this hit up by the release of Candy Shop and then again with Just a Lil Bit.
In 2003 Interscope Records allowed 50 Cent to have his own label - G-Unit Records. He first signed Lloyd Banks, Tony Yayo and Young Buck as the established members of G-Unit Records. In 2004, Dr. Dre and 50 Cent had signed The Game under a joint venture.
15-Gunz Come Out
50 Cent Lyrics
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Know what I'm about (Y'all niggas know)
Fuck with my dough (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Then the guns come out (Then the guns come out)
Y'all niggas know (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Know what I'm about (Y'all niggas know)
Fuck with my dough (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Then the guns come out (Then the guns come out)
I do this all the time, stuck with a little shine
Walk with a little nine, case I get in a bind
They say I'm fucking crazy, they think I'm out my mind
'Cause I'm down to bust a nigga head all the time
Now you know the hoes, they know how I roll
In that new Rolls with the suicide doors
22 inch chrome, a nigga money long
You try to touch me, I pull out, you get your brains blown
You go against the grain, pussy and you on your own
You right there in my zone, welcome to the terrordome
The ice blowing my chain, blood blue in my veins
Blue still in the range, I'm doing my thang
The semi-auto spray, run if you get away
We'll find your whereabouts and clap at you another day
Nigga play with the bread, get a hole in ya head
You touch a dime of mine thug and your ass dead
Y'all niggas know (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Know what I'm about (Y'all niggas know)
Fuck with my dough (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Then the guns come out (Then the guns come out)
Y'all niggas know (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Know what I'm about (Y'all niggas know)
Fuck with my dough (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Then the guns come out (Then the guns come out)
In the hood, hoopty, hat low, niggas don't know I'm around
Hop out, hit 'em up, lay my murder game down
You see me in ya projects, 187's in progress
Hard niggas finna soften up when that lead touch 'em
You cut 'em once he keep fighting, fuck it just keep cutting 'em
It's real killa instinct, kill or be killed
Trust me, you don't wanna feel how hollow tips feel
Fuck around and get your cap peeled, nigga you know the drill
Brownsville, Flatbush, Crown Heights, Brooklyn Zoo
Feed the wolves, they eat the food and the hand that feed 'em too
Nigga welcome to the jungle, New York, New York
Gangstas use sign language and let their guns talk
Look homie, I'm cool with some Bloods, I'm cool with some Crips
I'm cool but if there's a problem, nigga I got extra clips
I don't know karate, but I split the bricks
I don't love 'em lover boy, we can share a bitch
Y'all niggas know (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Know what I'm about (Y'all niggas know)
Fuck with my dough (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Then the guns come out (Then the guns come out)
Y'all niggas know (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Know what I'm about (Y'all niggas know)
Fuck with my dough (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Then the guns come out (Then the guns come out)
I'll come through and touch ya, walk out then cut ya
In case your dumbass wanna tussle
AR-15, cooling system makes the shell case muffled
Scope, infrared, run you're still dead
Hit your calf, hit your ass, hit ya back, then your head
Contract killa, murder for the scrilla
Search, find a nigga, run up behind a nigga
Shoot car windows out to flatline a nigga
Gun pop, heart stop, homie this is heavy
You on your way to meet your maker, nigga are you ready
No exception to the rule, death is promised
Plus I just bought my niggas new MACs and llamas
Got respect for human life, but will accommodate you
One phone call and niggas will exterminate you
No future fucking with me, there's no tomorrow
Niggas'll run up on you tonight and hit you with hollows
Y'all niggas know (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Know what I'm about (Y'all niggas know)
Fuck with my dough (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Then the guns come out (Then the guns come out)
Y'all niggas know (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Know what I'm about (Y'all niggas know)
Fuck with my dough (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Then the guns come out (Then the guns come out)
50 Cent's 'Gunz Come Out' is a gritty, trap-infused track that highlights the brutal, violent world of gang warfare. The song begins with the chorus as 50 Cent warns listeners of what will happen if someone messes with his money - "Y'all n*****s know, know what I'm about, f*** with my dough, then the guns come out." The lyrics continue with descriptions of his demeanor, life of crime, and willingness to use his gun, which are all closely related to his need to protect his money at all costs. He describes how he walks around with his weapon, willing to use it against anyone who "goes against the grain," or tries to steal from him. He also describes his willingness to murder others, boasting that he is a "contract killa who murders for scrilla."
Throughout the song, 50 also emphasizes his affiliation with various gangs, including Bloods and Crips, and names several Brooklyn neighborhoods, such as Brownsville, Flatbush, and Crown Heights. The track serves as a poignant reminder of the darker side of hip-hop and the harsh realities that many rappers face as they rise to fame. It portrays a world where violence is the norm, and guns are the ultimate tool for survival.
Line by Line Meaning
Y'all niggas know (What-what y'all niggas know?)
You know who I am, don't act like you don't
Know what I'm about (Y'all niggas know)
You know what I'm capable of
Fuck with my dough (What-what y'all niggas know?)
Don't mess with my money
Then the guns come out (Then the guns come out)
If you try to mess with my money, I'll use violence to defend it
I do this all the time, stuck with a little shine
I'm used to this lifestyle, I have a little bit of fame and success
Walk with a little nine, case I get in a bind
I carry a gun in case I get into trouble
They say I'm fucking crazy, they think I'm out my mind
People think I'm insane for using violence so easily
'Cause I'm down to bust a nigga head all the time
I'm always ready and willing to use violence against others
Now you know the hoes, they know how I roll
Women know what kind of person I am
In that new Rolls with the suicide doors
I drive a luxury car with unique features
22 inch chrome, a nigga money long
I have a lot of money, and I have a flashy car to show it off
You try to touch me, I pull out, you get your brains blown
If you try to harm me, I won't hesitate to use my gun
You go against the grain, pussy and you on your own
If you go against me, you're on your own and you better watch out
You right there in my zone, welcome to the terrordome
You're in my territory now, and it's a dangerous place to be
The ice blowing my chain, blood blue in my veins
I have expensive jewelry, and I'm confident and powerful
Blue still in the range, I'm doing my thang
I'm still driving my luxury car and living my life
The semi-auto spray, run if you get away
I use a semi-automatic weapon and if you don't run away, you'll be in trouble
We'll find your whereabouts and clap at you another day
If you escape this time, we'll come back and get you later
Nigga play with the bread, get a hole in ya head
If you mess with my money, you'll get shot in the head
You touch a dime of mine thug and your ass dead
If you take any of my money, you will not survive
In the hood, hoopty, hat low, niggas don't know I'm around
I blend in with the people in my neighborhood
Hop out, hit 'em up, lay my murder game down
I use violence to take control of situations
You see me in ya projects, 187's in progress
I'm in your neighborhood, and someone is probably going to die soon
Hard niggas finna soften up when that lead touch 'em
Tough people will become weak when they face my violence
You cut 'em once he keep fighting, fuck it just keep cutting 'em
I'll keep using violence until my enemy is defeated
It's real killa instinct, kill or be killed
I'm willing to kill or be killed to protect myself
Trust me, you don't wanna feel how hollow tips feel
You don't want to experience the pain caused by my bullets
Fuck around and get your cap peeled, nigga you know the drill
Don't mess with me, or you'll get shot
Brownsville, Flatbush, Crown Heights, Brooklyn Zoo
These are the dangerous neighborhoods in Brooklyn
Feed the wolves, they eat the food and the hand that feed 'em too
The people I feed will turn on me if it benefits them
Nigga welcome to the jungle, New York, New York
New York is a place of danger and violence
Gangstas use sign language and let their guns talk
People communicate with guns and violence more than with words
Look homie, I'm cool with some Bloods, I'm cool with some Crips
I have connections to violent gangs, but I'm not afraid
I'm cool but if there's a problem, nigga I got extra clips
I can be friendly, but if there's violence, I'm ready
I don't know karate, but I split the bricks
I don't need martial arts skills to be powerful
I don't love 'em lover boy, we can share a bitch
I'm not interested in love or romance, just sex and power
I'll come through and touch ya, walk out then cut ya
I'll use violence, then quickly leave the scene
In case your dumbass wanna tussle
If you're foolish enough to fight me, I'll win easily
AR-15, cooling system makes the shell case muffled
I use a specific type of gun that's quieter than others
Scope, infrared, run you're still dead
I use advanced technology to help me kill my enemies
Hit your calf, hit your ass, hit ya back, then your head
I'll shoot you in multiple places to maximize pain and damage
Contract killa, murder for the scrilla
I'll kill people for money
Search, find a nigga, run up behind a nigga
If someone owes me money, I'll find them and hurt them
Shoot car windows out to flatline a nigga
I'll use any method necessary to hurt my enemies
Gun pop, heart stop, homie this is heavy
My violence is severe and deadly
You on your way to meet your maker, nigga are you ready
You're about to die, are you prepared?
No exception to the rule, death is promised
Everyone will die eventually
Plus I just bought my niggas new MACs and llamas
I recently bought guns for my friends
Got respect for human life, but will accommodate you
I value human life, but I'll still use violence if necessary
One phone call and niggas will exterminate you
I have connections to people who will kill for me
No future fucking with me, there's no tomorrow
If you mess with me, your future is bleak
Niggas'll run up on you tonight and hit you with hollows
I and/or my friends will attack and kill you tonight
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Andre Romell Young, Curtis James Jackson, Michael A Elizondo
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Geovanny German
50 cent was an unstoppable beast on this album, holy shit, beat is sick
Kissamies
Still think that this album is hella underrated.
Geovanny German
@Kissamies I agree
Ballaz
2002-2004 Building something Big and in 2005 he was on HIS PEAK people always saying Get Rich or Die Tryin 50 is where he was in his Prime... Hell Nah.... in 05' was the biggest in the industry everybody wanted to be like 50 and G-Unit... in 05' he dropped
The Massacre, Get Rich or Die Tryin Movie,
The Bullet Proof Game and started to being a business men
Jessie 992
@Kissamies He should've kept the songs that he gave away to Game.
Jonathan Martel
@Geovanny German qq
Darius Jones
This album is just as much of a classic as get rich or die trying. It’s crazy knowing that “this is how we do it” and “hate it or love it” was originally 50 songs and was suppose to be on this album lol
Jr Ryder
When this album dropped in 05 it lit up the whole block.. 50 had the rap game on lock during this time
Backbonedray
That last verse has to be one of the most savage punchy verses in all of hip hop 🔥🔥
Arthur Marshall
People act like all 50 did was made one hard Album,and made a lot of money 💰! Homie can spit for real!🎧🎧🎧🎧🎧🎤🎤🎤🎤🎤