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 going 'til you hit the spot, whoa
I'll take you to the candy shop (yeah)
Boy, one taste of what I got (uh-huh)
I'll have you spending all you got (come on)
Keep going '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 rising, 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
I ain't finished teaching you 'bout how sprung I got ya
Wanna show me how you work it baby? No problem, get on top
Then get your bounce around, 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 going '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 spending all you got
Keep going '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
As soon as I come through the door, she get to pulling 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 'em in thongs?
Had me thinking '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 stopping, homie I ain't stopping
Dripping wet with sweat, man it's on and popping
All 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 lollipop
Go 'head girl don't you stop
Keep going '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 spending all you got
Keep going '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 going '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 spending all you got
Keep going 'til you hit the spot, whoa
The lyrics to 50 Cent's "Candy Shop" are highly suggestive and sexual in nature, with the rapper describing taking a woman to a candy shop and offering her a lollipop, among other things. The opening lines of the song set the tone for the rest of the lyrics, with 50 Cent proclaiming his own seductiveness and suggesting that the woman he's addressing is, too. The main theme of the song is sexual pleasure and satisfaction, with frequent references to specific physical acts and a focus on physical sensations.
While the lyrics to "Candy Shop" are highly controversial and have been criticized for promoting objectification and misogyny, it's worth noting that the song is also an example of 50 Cent's unique style and talent as a rapper. The song features intricate rhymes and clever wordplay, with 50 Cent seamlessly weaving together a range of different themes and ideas. Ultimately, "Candy Shop" is a prime example of the kind of provocative, edgy music that has made 50 Cent a household name, even as it continues to stir up controversy and debate.
Line by Line Meaning
I'll take you to the candy shop
I'll introduce you to a place of pleasure
I'll let you lick the lollipop
I'll give you a taste of what I've got
Go 'head girl don't you stop
Keep going until you reach the ultimate pleasure
Keep going 'til you hit the spot, whoa
Don't stop until you reach the point of maximum pleasure
Boy, one taste of what I got (uh-huh)
One experience of what I can offer
I'll have you spending all you got (come on)
You'll be willing to give up everything for more
You could have it your way, how do you want it?
You have control over what we do and how we do it
Temperature rising, okay, let's go to the next level
We're both getting turned on, let's take it to the next level
Dance floor jam-packed, hot as a tea kettle
We're surrounded by people, but we're the only ones feeling this heat
I break it down for you now, baby it's simple
Let me explain to you in a straightforward way
If you be a nympho, I'll be a nympho
If you want to engage in sexual activities frequently, I'm more than happy to comply
In the hotel, or in the back of the rental
We can do this anywhere, from a luxurious hotel to the back of a car
On the beach or in the park, it's whatever you into
We can do it in any location that suits your desires
Got the magic stick, I'm the love doctor
I've got what it takes to make you feel pleasure and satisfaction
Wanna show me how you work it baby? No problem, get on top
If you want to take control and show me what you've got, feel free to do so
Then get your bounce around, like a little rider
Move your body in a way that gives you pleasure, like a skilled rider
I'm seasoned vet when it come to this shit
I'm an experienced expert when it comes to pleasure
After you work up a sweat you can play with this stick
Once we've engaged in sexual activities and are both sweaty, I'll give you something to toy with
I'm trying to explain, baby, the best way I can
I'm doing my best to express myself and communicate with you
I melt in your mouth girl, not in your hands, ha-ha
I'm not a piece of candy that will disappear in your hands, I'm here to give you pleasure
Give it to me baby, nice and slow
Take your time and give me pleasure in a gentle way
Climb on the top, ride like you in a rodeo
Take control and ride me with enthusiasm like you're in a rodeo
You ain't never heard a sound like this before
I'm making you feel pleasure in a way you never have before
'Cause I ain't never put it down like this
I've never given pleasure like this before
As soon as I come through the door, she get to pulling on my zipper
As soon as I arrive, she's ready to engage in sexual activities
It's like it's a race who could get undressed quicker
We're both eager to indulge in pleasure and are in a hurry to undress
Isn't it ironic how erotic it is to watch 'em in thongs?
It's strange how arousing it is to see someone in a revealing undergarment like a thong
Had me thinking 'bout that ass after I'm gone
The experience was so pleasurable, I can't stop thinking about it even after it's over
I touch the right spot at the right time
I know how to give pleasure at the perfect moment
Lights on, or lights off, she like it from behind
It doesn't matter if the lights are on or off, she wants me to take her from behind
Her hips in slow mo' on the floor when we grind
She moves her hips slowly and sensually when we're grinding together
Long as she ain't stopping, homie I ain't stopping
As long as she's still feeling pleasure, I'll continue to give it to her
Dripping wet with sweat, man it's on and popping
We're both sweaty and turned on, and things are heating up
All my champagne campaign, bottle after bottle, it's on
We're indulging in luxury and drinking champagne non-stop
And we gon' sip 'til every bubble in every bottle is gone
We're going to keep drinking until every last drop of champagne is gone
Girl what we do, what we do
Whatever we're doing together
And where we do, and where we do
And wherever we do it
The things we do, things we do
The pleasure-filled activities we engage in
Are just between me and you, yeah, oh yeah
It's our little secret and no one else needs to know
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
@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
😂
@iilxcrazyazn5573
Hahaha true🤣
@anitadhm_
Oscar Chavez so true🤣 i though it was about a sweet shop but i’m nearly 16 and it has a much deeper meaning🤣🤣
@Lowari2007
If you listen to this in 2019 you have awesome musical taste
@heidithacker6789
I do haha 😂😍
@felixbauer2877
I do😂
@kasperhb8749
Det song is okay but not a song I would listen to