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.
Blood Hound
50 Cent Lyrics
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Hahahaha
G-Unit, UTP, G-Unit, UTP (yeah)
G-Unit, UTP, 50 Cent, get 'em, Buck
50 Cent, that's my name, man I ain't fuckin' playin'
I move on you with that MAC, mane (MAC, mane)
Come off that watch and chain 'fore I blow out your brains
See me I put in work, man, I been doin' dirt for so long
When niggas get laid out (laid out)
Niggas run through my crib to holla at the kid
That's when I start bringin' them thangs out (thangs out)
Then we go through the strip hangin' up out the whip
Dumpin' clips off at their whole clique, mane (clique, mane)
When witnesses around they know how we get down
So when the cops come they ain't see shit, mane (shit, mane)
My soldiers slangin' 'caine, sunny, snowy, sleet or rain
Come through the hood and you can cop that (cop that)
I'm sittig' on some change, G-Unit that's the gang
Come through here stuntin' you get popped at (popped at) (woo)
I love to pump crack, love to stay strapped
Love to squeeze gats, but you don't hear me though
I love to hit the block, I love my two Glocks
Love to bust shots, but you don't hear me though
I love to pump crack, love to stay strapped
Love to squeeze gats, but you don't hear me though
I love to hit the block, I love my two Glocks
Love to bust shots, but you don't hear me though
I came in this game knowin' niggas gon' hate me
Just for the simple fact they know that I'm a rider (rider)
I got a hell of a aim, I keep on tellin' you, mane
I swear ain't nobody gon' find ya (find ya)
When I get lifted I'm tempted to tear your block up
Your niggas can't run 'cause I'm behind ya (behind ya)
Me and Chili in your city with a couple nine-milli's
You better stay in line, bro (in line, bro)
'Cause if I walk it I'll talk it, you know we'll walk up and pop it
I love the sound of gunfire, bro ('fire, bro)
Right now we smackin' 'em with platinum
And they hate it 'cause we made it
That's what we keep that iron for (that iron for)
I represent it 'cause I'm in it, UTP until I'm finished
Juvenile, they can't stop us (they can't stop us)
And I admit it I live it
I'll knock a baller off his pivot with this motherfuckin' chopper (baow)
I love to pump crack, love to stay strapped
Love to squeeze gats, but you don't hear me though
I love to hit the block, I love my two Glocks
Love to bust shots, but you don't hear me though
I love to pump crack, love to stay strapped
Love to squeeze gats, but you don't hear me though
I love to hit the block, I love my two Glocks
Love to bust shots, but you don't hear me though
My twenty-inches spinnin', you always see me grinnin' (yeah)
And you hear niggas call me grimy (grimy)
They hit me with them bricks and I ain't pay 'em shit
I'm outta town, they can't find me (find me)
When I come back around, man, I'ma back 'em down
I run up bustin' that TEC, mane (TEC, mane)
If you ain't got a gun and you can't fuckin' run
My advice is you hit the deck, mane (deck, mane)
But if you get away and come back another day
My soldiers'll leave you wet, mane (wet, mane)
'Cause we know where you be and we know where you stay
And we'll come checkin' through your set, mane (set, mane)
Man, you heard what I said, now get it in your head
I ain't payin' no fuckin' debt, mane (debt, mane)
'Cause you's a middle man, what you don't understand?
You's a fuckin' fake ass connect, mane (connect, mane)
I love to pump crack, love to stay strapped
Love to squeeze gats, but you don't hear me though
I love to hit the block, I love my two Glocks
Love to bust shots, but you don't hear me though
I love to pump crack, love to stay strapped
Love to squeeze gats, but you don't hear me though
I love to hit the block, I love my two Glocks
Love to bust shots, but you don't hear me though
The lyrics to 50 Cent's song "Blood Hound" paint a vivid picture of the violent lifestyle that he and his crew exemplify. He boasts of his notoriety and reputation as a ruthless gangster, constantly armed with a MAC-10 and a willingness to shoot anyone who crosses him. The chorus repeats his love for "pumping crack," staying armed and ready, and busting shots. He warns his enemies that they can never truly hide from him, as he will always be lurking in the shadows, waiting to strike.
Throughout the lyrics, 50 Cent emphasizes the codes of loyalty and respect that form the backbone of gang culture. He is proud of his crew, calling them out by name and praising their ability to move drugs in any kind of weather. He also suggests that snitches and informants will be dealt with harshly and without mercy. He brags about his ability to evade the police and intimidate witnesses, implying that he is above the law and can do whatever he pleases.
In general, "Blood Hound" is a powerful anthem about the seductiveness of gang life and the thrill of engaging in illegal and dangerous activities. 50 Cent presents himself as a larger-than-life figure, feared and respected by all who know him. But the lyrics also hint at the darker side of this world, where violence and death are all too common and nothing is ever truly secure.
Line by Line Meaning
G-Unit, UTP
Introducing himself/a co-conspirator and their association in this dirty game of crime
Hahahaha
Laughing at those who think they can compete with his level of criminality and danger
G-Unit, UTP, G-Unit, UTP (yeah)
Reiterating his previous statement while adding emphasis and energy as he prepares to drop his verse
G-Unit, UTP, 50 Cent, get 'em, Buck
Sharing his crew's name and daring those who oppose him to challenge them. Also calling out Buck to assist in the next line.
50 Cent, that's my name, man I ain't fuckin' playin'
Establishing himself as a real one right from the start. He is serious about his game and not willing to mess around.
I move on you with that MAC, mane (MAC, mane)
Referencing his weapon of choice, the MAC-10 submachine gun, and warning his competitors that he will use it to take them out.
Come off that watch and chain 'fore I blow out your brains
Threatening violence towards those who wear flashy jewelry by warning them to take it off before he takes them out.
Shells hit your chest, go out your back, mane (back, mane)
Describing the damage that will occur to a person's body when they get shot by his firearm.
See me I put in work, man, I been doin' dirt for so long
Recounting his long history in the criminal game and emphasizing how much work he puts in to achieve his success.
When niggas get laid out (laid out)
Referencing his history of violence towards his opposition.
Niggas run through my crib to holla at the kid
Describing the way in which his enemies come to his house to confront him.
That's when I start bringin' them thangs out (thangs out)
Describing how he responds to his enemies by bringing out his weapons.
Then we go through the strip hangin' up out the whip Dumpin' clips off at their whole clique, mane (clique, mane)
Describing how he and his crew will drive through enemy territory and shoot at their entire group.
When witnesses around they know how we get down So when the cops come they ain't see shit, mane (shit, mane)
Stating that when witnesses know what he has done, they won't cooperate with authorities.
My soldiers slangin' 'caine, sunny, snowy, sleet or rain Come through the hood and you can cop that (cop that)
Informing people that his team distributes drugs through all types of weather and they can be found anywhere in the hood.
I'm sittig' on some change, G-Unit that's the gang Come through here stuntin' you get popped at (popped at) (woo)
Indicating that he has a lot of money from his criminal operations, and anyone who tries to make a scene will get hurt.
I love to pump crack, love to stay strapped Love to squeeze gats, but you don't hear me though
Describing his love for his chosen profession- dealing drugs and carrying weapons.
I love to hit the block, I love my two Glocks Love to bust shots, but you don't hear me though
Describing another aspect of his lifestyle- he enjoys being out on the block with his guns, ready to shoot anyone who opposes him.
I came in this game knowin' niggas gon' hate me Just for the simple fact they know that I'm a rider (rider)
Acknowledging that his enemies won't like him and rough times are part of the 'game'
I got a hell of a aim, I keep on tellin' you, mane I swear ain't nobody gon' find ya (find ya)
Telling his enemies that he is a sharp shooter and they won't be able to escape him.
When I get lifted I'm tempted to tear your block up Your niggas can't run 'cause I'm behind ya (behind ya)
When he is high on drugs, he is even more dangerous and will follow his prey relentlessly.
Me and Chili in your city with a couple nine-milli's You better stay in line, bro (in line, bro)
Referencing his team, telling others if they know what's good for them they will stay in line and follow the rules.
'Cause if I walk it I'll talk it, you know we'll walk up and pop it I love the sound of gunfire, bro ('fire, bro)
Describing his philosophy of always backing up his words with actions and how he finds pleasure in the sound of gunfire.
Right now we smackin' 'em with platinum And they hate it 'cause we made it That's what we keep that iron for (that iron for)
Describing how successful his crew is and how they hold onto their weapons to protect themselves and their money.
I represent it 'cause I'm in it, UTP until I'm finished Juvenile, they can't stop us (they can't stop us)
Informing others that he will always represent his crew and work with Juvenile, and that nobody can stop them.
And I admit it I live it I'll knock a baller off his pivot with this motherfuckin' chopper (baow)
Stating that he lives and breathes this lifestyle and is unafraid to use his weapon to bring down anyone who opposes him.
My twenty-inches spinnin', you always see me grinnin' (yeah) And you hear niggas call me grimy (grimy)
Bringing up his signature style of flashy rims and always having a smile on his face, despite people thinking he is dirty or untrustworthy.
They hit me with them bricks and I ain't pay 'em shit I'm outta town, they can't find me (find me)
Admitting that he didn't pay people he owed money to after they fronted him drugs, and that he had to flee town to avoid retribution.
When I come back around, man, I'ma back 'em down I run up bustin' that TEC, mane (TEC, mane)
Saying that when he's back in town, he will deal with his enemies head-on, using his tech-9 gun.
If you ain't got a gun and you can't fuckin' run My advice is you hit the deck, mane (deck, mane)
Telling others to get down on the ground and surrender if they don't have a weapon and there is no way they can escape him.
But if you get away and come back another day My soldiers'll leave you wet, mane (wet, mane)
Admitting that if someone does escape from him, they will be dealt with by his crew later on.
'Cause we know where you be and we know where you stay And we'll come checkin' through your set, mane (set, mane)
Warning others that his crew will always find them, no matter where they are.
Man, you heard what I said, now get it in your head I ain't payin' no fuckin' debt, mane (debt, mane)
Making it clear that he won't give into extortion and won't pay those who try to threaten him.
'Cause you's a middle man, what you don't understand? You's a fuckin' fake ass connect, mane (connect, mane)
Belittling those who try to extort money from him, calling them out as 'in-betweeners' who aren't as connected as they claim to be.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DAVID DARNELL BROWN, SEAN D. HENDERSON, CURTIS JAMES JACKSON
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