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.
Bump Dat Street Mix
50 Cent Lyrics
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Tony Yayo, 50 Cent c'mon
(HOOK: 50 Cent)
Bump Dat
Niggas try to stunt on my click
Then when I get on that shit
12 Gauge mashberg
No shell in the head
Before you put in work, you gotta pump that
You done hit a nigga with it and you runnin to polices
Come and take my advice, nigga, dump that
This is serious, these rap niggas, I'm just havin fun with it
50 Cent, nigga, Bump Dat
(50 Cent)
My son ask "Daddy why carry a gun, you ain't a cop"
Looked at him and said "Sometimes you gotta shoot or get shot"
Wanna go to show-and-tell and show the class my glock?
Show 'em the clip
Show 'em the beam
Show 'em how Daddy lean
In the convertible Jag
22 inch mags
For a high school drop out, shit, that ain't bad
I'm not a blood or a crip, I'm doing my own thang
G-UNIT
Shit, I done started my own gang
I don't go that funny dance
I don't throw gang signs
But I'm a gangsta to the core so I stay with a nine
Think all I do is rap, then you don't know me good
Have Smurf hangin out the sun roof to light up your hood, man
Cause Lethal ain't never seen Blaco comin'
But if he did .. you think he woulda started runnin?
And I move with the Doublemint Twins and two macs
And leave you flat your back
BRRAT
Take that
(HOOK)
(Tony Yayo)
I gotta half a mil deal with no diploma
Ice so blind it give your ass glaucoma
Its hard to live, but its easy to die
So I'm going through life lookin death in the eye
These rappers ain't gun slingers
They R&B singers
G-Unit, come thru with some gorilla niggas
Minimum wage ain't gonna pay the rent
Cause the seats in the coupe got the Fendi print
And this shit right here for the listeners pleasure
I'm still on the strip with the fifth and my ever
Its T-O-N-Y
Stay with a semi
Milk your crack spot - till the shit be bone dry
You think you pump hard? Nigga I pump harder
My phone ring so much, I walk around with the charger
When the D's come around, I'ma swallow my crack
Shit the work out later, and hit 'em with that
If it's a direct sale
I'ma change the bill
Tryin to push the new Range cause they changed the grille
Look nigga we icey thugs
We stay with them things so we stay with some Nike gloves
(HOOK)
(Tony Yayo)
Just havin fun with this rap shit, man
It never stops
My man 50 done put out, what, three albums on the street?
And y'all ain't even hear the new shit
Just keep goin' and goin' and goin'
Motherfuckin' Duracell Battery
It never stops
Word up
G-Unit
Sha Money XL
The song Bump Dat Street Mix by 50 Cent featuring Tony Yayo is a display of their talent as rappers. The song starts with Tony Yayo's verse where he talks about his street credibility and how he is not afraid to use his firearm. He juxtaposes his life where he makes half a million dollars without a diploma but has to deal with the dangers of the streets. The hook by 50 Cent emphasizes the need for any threat to be met with a necessary response, even if it means using a firearm for self-defense. 50 Cent's verse emphasizes the importance of keeping a firearm for personal protection and is seen not as an act of violence but as a habit of remaining safe in a society filled with violence. He also talks about the need to be original and not get involved in gang violence.
Line by Line Meaning
Bump Dat
Let's get it started
Niggas try to stunt on my click
People try to compete with my crew
Then when I get on that shit
When the competition starts, I take over
I bring it to 'em where they pump at
I make the competition face me head-on
12 Gauge mashberg
A powerful shotgun
No shell in the head
The gun is unloaded
Before you put in work, you gotta pump that
You have to prepare yourself before taking action
You done hit a nigga with it and you runnin to polices
You can't commit a crime and then run to the authorities
Come and take my advice, nigga, dump that
Listen to my advice and get rid of the evidence
This is serious, these rap niggas, I'm just havin fun with it
I'm having fun making music while others take it too seriously
My son ask "Daddy why carry a gun, you ain't a cop"
My son wonders why I carry a gun when I'm not a police officer
Looked at him and said "Sometimes you gotta shoot or get shot"
Sometimes, you have to defend yourself to stay alive
Wanna go to show-and-tell and show the class my glock?
I'm proud of my gun and want to show it off
Show 'em the clip
I'll show them the ammunition
Show 'em the beam
I'll show them the laser sight
Show 'em how Daddy lean
I'll show them my gangster posture
In the convertible Jag
I drive a fancy car
22 inch mags
My wheels are large and impressive
For a high school drop out, shit, that ain't bad
Considering I never finished high school, I'm doing pretty well
I'm not a blood or a crip, I'm doing my own thang
I am not affiliated with any specific gang, I am independent
G-UNIT
My crew and I's name
Shit, I done started my own gang
I've created my own group
I don't go that funny dance
I don't participate in silly moments
I don't throw gang signs
I don't display gang-related hand signals
But I'm a gangsta to the core so I stay with a nine
I'm a true gangster, so I always carry a gun
Think all I do is rap, then you don't know me good
I'm more than just a rapper, you don't know my lifestyle
Have Smurf hangin out the sun roof to light up your hood, man
I have someone in my car who will shoot at anyone in the area
Cause Lethel ain't never seen Blaco comin'
No one knew I was coming
But if he did .. you think he woulda started runnin?
The opposition would have fled if they knew I was coming
And I move with the Doublemint Twins and two macs
I have my crew, the Doublemint Twins, with me and two machine guns
And leave you flat your back
I'll shoot and kill you
BRRAT
Sound of gunfire
I gotta half a mil deal with no diploma
I got a good record deal despite not having a degree
Ice so blind it give your ass glaucoma
My jewelry is so blinding that it may cause visual impairment
Its hard to live, but its easy to die
Life is difficult, but death can come easily
So I'm going through life lookin death in the eye
I live my life with the understanding death is a possibility
These rappers ain't gun slingers
Most rappers are not actual gunmen
They R&B singers
They are just performers who sing R&B music
G-Unit, come thru with some gorilla niggas
My gang, G-Unit, has some tough members
Minimum wage ain't gonna pay the rent
Working an entry-level job won't cover your rent payments
Cause the seats in the coupe got the Fendi print
I have fancy, designer seats in my car
And this shit right here for the listeners pleasure
I am making music for my fans to enjoy
I'm still on the strip with the fifth and my ever
I am still carrying my gun while on the street
Its T-O-N-Y
My name is Tony Yayo
Stay with a semi
I always possess a semi-automatic gun
Milk your crack spot - till the shit be bone dry
I will sell my drugs until I cannot sell anymore
You think you pump hard? Nigga I pump harder
You don't want to mess with me, I am tough
My phone ring so much, I walk around with the charger
My phone is always ringing because I'm important
When the D's come around, I'ma swallow my crack
If the police come around, I'll hide my drugs
Shit the work out later, and hit 'em with that
I'll sell my drugs later and make my money then
If it's a direct sale
If someone makes a purchase from me directly
I'ma change the bill
I will make sure the bills I receive are not counterfeit
Tryin to push the new Range cause they changed the grille
I am trying to sell a new model of car because of its design
Look nigga we icey thugs
We have expensive jewelry and are tough
We stay with them things so we stay with some Nike gloves
We always carry guns and wear Nike gloves
Just havin fun with this rap shit, man
We enjoy making music
It never stops
We never stop making music
My man 50 done put out, what, three albums on the street?
My friend 50 Cent has released several albums
And y'all ain't even hear the new shit
And there is still more new music to come
Just keep goin' and goin' and goin'
We will continue making music
Motherfuckin' Duracell Battery
We are unstoppable like Duracell batteries
Word up
Agreement or affirmation
G-Unit
My crew and I's name
Sha Money XL
A shout-out to the music producer of this song
Contributed by Isabelle Y. Suggest a correction in the comments below.
@XJoeyJordison666X
Nobody comes close to 50 when it comes to that catchy grimy gangsta shit
@rods7028
Nobody ❗️❗️❗️
@fw_cj
Tuff❤
@gustavomaya8612
"I have a half a mil deal with no diploma"-Yayo !!!
G-Unit raw music!!
@413westernmassbornjp6
Remember this sht from when i was i was a teen good ol days
@miguelpelaez82
I ain't a blood or crip...GUNIT!!!! I started my own gang.
@fw_cj
💯💯
@Goatchild90
That New York gangsta shit
@prod.snqwfall1347
"I dun started my own gang"
@gustavomaya8612
Sept. 2022. Still real raw music to bump!!?!