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 Jayโs music. After heโd 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 Centโs 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 โGet Rich Or Die Tryinโโ 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 Tryinโ 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.
DooWop Freestyle
50 Cent Lyrics
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But I don't like none of ya'll niggas, you know what I'm sayin
50 cent, 9-9, motherfuckin doo wop
Volume 3, take it however the fuck you wan' take it
Faggot ass niggas (50 Cent show these niggas how to rock)
Yo, they done shot that boy down like a dog in the street
Left him smelly, man fuck that, roll em over take that fellas pellet
Not even puff, and that nigga there made crazy hits
Every few years a nigga come who crazy hot
I'm the next best thing since Biggie and Pac
Now I'm sayin this shit slow, so you don't miss it
Don't be a statistic, my jewels from the district
Stay with my biscuit, touch mines and get twisted
Son I'm off the meter, my mind locked on crime
See I'm tired of all these rappin niggas dyin to shine
And I'm tired of fiends askin for a dime for nine
Hearing this next punch line from me, may sound strange
You sit your 5-dollar ass down, before I make change
Yo the sale went stale, caught em real bad
Fresh out the jail, shit is really real
Niggas is still in jail, and I pray they don't tell
20-man inditement, my lawyer gotta fight this
Niggas know, I ain't never pressed for dough
And niggas know, I don't serve nobody I don't know
Son said he was from O.T., pay 11 an o.z.
My man brought em to me, see he ain't really know be
That it was hot, dude was a cop
He was just tryin to pop, to put the new beams on his drop
First I served him o.z.'s, then I served him whole keys
Now we all co-de's, damn man I O.D.
You know how it is on the street, niggas is holdin the heat
Po-Po walking to beat, we burnin l's up in the jeep
Ain't nothing sweet, we used to move so strategic
It's over I can't believe it, damn it's over
Fed's ceased the six, the Lex' and the Range Rover
Now a nigga rollin in a Toyota Corolla
Used to never get high, now I'm never sober
380-6 shot glock top load-up
Keep it in my waist son, I'll put one in your face
I ain't got nothing to lose, nigga so stay in your place
Just jumped bail, I ain't been on the run long
But it feel like a motherfuckin marathon
In "DooWop Freestyle," 50 Cent begins by asserting that he knows his detractors don't like him, but he doesn't like them either. The lyrics then take on a more reflective and personal tone, with 50 Cent describing the violence and danger associated with his life in the streets. He tells the story of a person who has been shot and left for dead, and also references drug dealing and addiction. Throughout the song, 50 Cent emphasizes his willingness to do whatever it takes to survive, even if that means resorting to violence, and maintains his status as a top rapper in the game.
The lyrics in "DooWop Freestyle" are raw and unapologetic, portraying a stark picture of the harsh realities of street life. Through his lyrics, 50 Cent portrays himself as a tough and resilient figure, someone who has seen the worst that the world has to offer but is still standing. The song's title is a reference to the DJ doo-wop, and 50 Cent incorporates several references to old-school rap and hip-hop throughout the track.
Line by Line Meaning
Aiyo, I know these niggas don't like me
I am aware that some people dislike me
But I don't like none of ya'll niggas, you know what I'm sayin
I don't like any of you either
50 cent, 9-9, motherfuckin doo wop
This is 50 Cent's doo wop freestyle from 1999
Volume 3, take it however the fuck you wan' take it
This is the third volume, interpret it however you like
Faggot ass niggas (50 Cent show these niggas how to rock)
I'm going to show these guys how to really perform
Yo, they done shot that boy down like a dog in the street
Someone was killed in a violent manner
Left him smelly, man fuck that, roll em over take that fellas pellet
Ignoring the gruesome details, let's take what he had
You ain't never heard a motherfucker spit like this
You've never heard anyone rap as well as I do
Not even puff, and that nigga there made crazy hits
Not even Puff Daddy, who made a lot of great songs
Every few years a nigga come who crazy hot
Every once in a while, someone really talented emerges
I'm the next best thing since Biggie and Pac
I am as talented as the legendary rappers Biggie and Pac
Now I'm sayin this shit slow, so you don't miss it
I'm rapping slowly, so you can hear every word
Don't be a statistic, my jewels from the district
Don't become a crime statistic, my jewelry is from the district
Stay with my biscuit, touch mines and get twisted
I always have my gun with me, try to steal from me and get hurt
Son I'm off the meter, my mind locked on crime
I'm crazy, and I'm always thinking about criminal activities
See I'm tired of all these rappin niggas dyin to shine
I'm sick of other rappers risking their lives for fame
And I'm tired of fiends askin for a dime for nine
I'm also tired of drug addicts begging me for money
Hearing this next punch line from me, may sound strange
This next line might be unexpected
You sit your 5-dollar ass down, before I make change
You should be quiet before I hurt you
Yo the sale went stale, caught em real bad
The drug deal went bad and I was caught
Fresh out the jail, shit is really real
I was recently released from prison and have experienced real hardship
Niggas is still in jail, and I pray they don't tell
My friends are still in prison, and I hope they don't snitch
20-man inditement, my lawyer gotta fight this
I'm being charged with 20 crimes, and my lawyer has to fight the case
Niggas know, I ain't never pressed for dough
People know that I don't need to scam people for money
And niggas know, I don't serve nobody I don't know
I only sell drugs to people I trust
Son said he was from O.T., pay 11 an o.z.
Someone claimed to be from another city and offered to buy drugs at a certain price
My man brought em to me, see he ain't really know be
My friend offered to sell the drugs, but he didn't know any better
That it was hot, dude was a cop
The drugs were actually illegal and the buyer was a police officer
He was just tryin to pop, to put the new beams on his drop
He was trying to make a quick buck so he could improve his car
First I served him o.z.'s, then I served him whole keys
I sold him small amounts at first, then I sold him larger amounts of drugs
Now we all co-de's, damn man I O.D.
Now he's my co-defendant in a drug case, it's a shame
You know how it is on the street, niggas is holdin the heat
It's dangerous on the streets, people carry guns
Po-Po walking to beat, we burnin l's up in the jeep
Police officers are patrolling, but we're smoking marijuana in the car
Ain't nothing sweet, we used to move so strategic
It's serious, and we used to be more strategic about our drug dealing
It's over I can't believe it, damn it's over
I can't believe our drug operation is finished
Fed's ceased the six, the Lex' and the Range Rover
The federal agents seized our fancy cars
Now a nigga rollin in a Toyota Corolla
Now I have to drive a less expensive car
Used to never get high, now I'm never sober
I used to not do drugs, but now I'm always high
380-6 shot glock top load-up
I have a 6-shot Glock 380 with a top loader
Keep it in my waist son, I'll put one in your face
I keep it hidden on my person, and I'll shoot you if you threaten me
I ain't got nothing to lose, nigga so stay in your place
I don't have anything to lose, so don't cross me
Just jumped bail, I ain't been on the run long
I recently skipped bail and am currently a fugitive
But it feel like a motherfuckin marathon
It feels like I've been on the run forever
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copalfc
Nobody can't tell me 50 isn't one of the greatest
Fadhl Rubaiee
The Greatest!
Du Catarina - Hip-Hop
50Cent is the greatest alive and Top 3 after 2Pac.... fucc the haters
Schola Gee Music
@Du Catarina - Hip-Hop 2pac is overrated
Pretty Lauryn
On soul !!! Top 5 doa
Random Guy
Anyone else on a guess whoโs back marathon? 50s best album ๐ฏ
Jeff
Yes...going song by song through all his albums til the end of the massacre
Mile Mile
For me he was over after candy shop
DATNIGGAGIZZLE
Faktz. Hungry 50
Du Catarina - Hip-Hop
Guess whos back is the greatest mixtape of all time. his best album is Power of the dollar