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.
Candy Shop
50 Cent Lyrics
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Uh-huh
So seductive
I'll take you to the candy shop
I'll let you lick the lollipop
Go 'head, girl, don't you stop
Keep goin' 'til you hit the spot, whoa
Boy, one taste of what I got (uh-huh)
I'll have you spendin' all you got (come on)
Keep goin' 'til you hit the spot, whoa
You could have it your way, how do you want it?
You gon' back that thing up, or should I push up on it?
Temperature risin', okay, let's go to the next level
Dance floor jam-packed, hot as a tea kettle
I break it down for you now, baby, it's simple
If you be a nympho, I'll be a nympho
In the hotel, or in the back of the rental
On the beach or in the park, it's whatever you into
Got the magic stick, I'm the love doctor
Have your friends teasin' you 'bout how sprung I got ya
Wanna show me how you work it, baby? No problem, get on top
Then get to bouncin' 'round like a little rider
I'm seasoned vet when it come to this shit
After you work up a sweat you can play with this stick
I'm trying to explain, baby, the best way I can
I melt in your mouth girl, not in your hands, ha-ha
I'll take you to the candy shop
I'll let you lick the lollypop
Go 'head, girl, don't you stop
Keep goin' 'til you hit the spot, whoa
I'll take you to the candy shop
Boy, one taste of what I got
I'll have you spendin' all you got
Keep goin' 'til you hit the spot, whoa
Girl, what we do (what we do)
And where we do (and where we do)
The things we do (things we do)
Are just between me and you, yeah (oh yeah)
Give it to me, baby, nice and slow
Climb on the top, ride like you in a rodeo
You ain't never heard a sound like this before
'Cause I ain't never put it down like this
Soon as I come through the door, she get to pullin' on my zipper
It's like it's a race, who could get undressed quicker
Isn't it ironic how erotic it is to watch her in thongs?
Had me thinkin' 'bout that ass after I'm gone
I touch the right spot at the right time
Lights on or lights off, she like it from behind
So seductive you should see the way she whine
Her hips in slow mo' on the floor when we grind
Long as she ain't stoppin', homie, I ain't stoppin'
Drippin' wet with sweat, man, it's on and poppin'
On my champagne campaign, bottle after bottle, it's on
And we gon' sip 'til every bubble in every bottle is gone
I'll take you to the candy shop
I'll let you lick the lollypop
Go 'head, girl, don't you stop
Keep goin' 'til you hit the spot, whoa
I'll take you to the candy shop
Boy, one taste of what I got
I'll have you spendin' all you got
Keep goin' 'til you hit the spot, whoa
I'll take you to the candy shop
I'll let you lick the lollypop
Go 'head, girl, don't you stop
Keep goin' 'til you hit the spot, whoa
I'll take you to the candy shop
Boy, one taste of what I got
I'll have you spendin' all you got
Keep goin' 'til you hit the spot, whoa
The song "Candy Shop" by 50 Cent is a sexually charged anthem about the pleasure and excitement of sexual exploration. The candy shop of the song's title is used as a metaphor for the female body, with 50 Cent offering to take his female partner on a journey of sexual exploration. He describes his partner's body in explicitly sexual terms, using metaphors like "magic stick" and "you hit the spot." The song is full of imagery that is both explicit and playful, with references to lollipops, thongs, and rodeos.
The song has been criticized for its explicit sexual content but it's also praised for its catchy beat and memorable lyrics. The song's success helped establish 50 Cent as a major player in the hip-hop industry, and it remains one of his most well-known hits.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll take you to the candy shop
I'll take you to a place where you can experience pleasure and satisfaction
I'll let you lick the lollipop
I'll let you enjoy the pleasures I have to offer
Go 'head, girl, don't you stop
Continue to enjoy and indulge in what I have to offer you
Keep goin' 'til you hit the spot, whoa
Continue until you reach a point of ultimate satisfaction and pleasure
Boy, one taste of what I got
Just one taste of what I can offer will make you want more
I'll have you spendin' all you got
You'll be willing to spend all your resources on what I offer
You could have it your way, how do you want it?
You can have your desires fulfilled in any way you choose
You gon' back that thing up, or should I push up on it?
Do you want to be pursued or do you want to take the lead in this situation?
Temperature risin', okay, let's go to the next level
The heat is on and we should elevate our actions to a more intense level
Dance floor jam-packed, hot as a tea kettle
The atmosphere is intense and energetic, like a packed dance floor or a boiling kettle
I'm the love doctor
I know how to please and satisfy my partner
Have your friends teasin' you 'bout how sprung I got ya
Your friends will be envious of how infatuated you are with me
Then get to bouncin' 'round like a little rider
Move your body sensually and enjoy the ride of our encounter
I'm trying to explain, baby, the best way I can
I'm doing my best to communicate with you and make sure you understand
I melt in your mouth girl, not in your hands, ha-ha
I'm not just a pleasure for your hands, but your entire body and soul
Give it to me, baby, nice and slow
Take your time and give me pleasure slowly and sensually
Climb on the top, ride like you in a rodeo
Take control and ride me like you're in a rodeo
Isn't it ironic how erotic it is to watch her in thongs?
It's ironic that such a small piece of clothing can be so erotic and tantalizing
Long as she ain't stoppin', homie, I ain't stoppin'
As long as she's enjoying it and wants more, I'll keep going
Drippin' wet with sweat, man, it's on and poppin'
We're both drenched in sweat and enjoying every moment of this encounter
And we gon' sip 'til every bubble in every bottle is gone
We'll continue to enjoy each other's company and indulge until there's nothing left
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Reservoir Media Management, Inc.
Written by: Curtis Jackson, Scott Storch
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@rowanshafei7326
when i was young this was my jam i thought it was about candy but then i grew up...
@rowanshafei7326
Briantae Bell i got so sad when i listened to it again and suddenly my childhood was ruined
@Ulandos
LOL me too friend
@jihanjannah21
😂😂😂
@jumanaelbakri8947
Same here 😂😂😂
@DuskY1991
The amount of songs that gain a different meaning when you grow up...
@oscarchavez7712
When you realize you've been listening to dirty songs since you were a kid.
@AlexMerci
Oscar Chavez Omg I remember listening to this song while playing the 50 cent game and singing with it 😂
@gulsumay7504
awww shame on me 😂😂
@moderncampfairwindowwarfai5626
😂