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.
Hit You Ass Up
50 Cent Lyrics
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Runnin' around this bitch pissy
Drunk with the snub
Niggas want to get it crackin'
We don't give a fuck
Boy you fuck around we 'gon hit yo ass up
When I grip the Tec kiss the deck
Nicknamed my chopper Scrappy thats my
Kay Kay Kay Kay pussy get out of line and
Your ass can die today
Look at my soldiers to get 'em
Is all I got to say
Hennessy, rum and Coke a little Alize
Got me in the mood to bust a nigga head man
I ain't playin' ain't got no
Time for them games
Niggas lose they life all the
Time for fuckin' playin'
This is 50 Cent, Banks and Yayo in the club
Runnin' around this bitch pissy
Drunk with the snub
Niggas want to get it crackin'
We don't give a fuck
Boy you fuck around we 'gon hit yo ass up
Look at my chick
Look at my whip look how my rims move
Get a real good look
But don't scheme cause I got my pistol
Ain't none of y'all this smooth
Platinum on wrist blue
Wrist poppin' bling green by the fist full
I'm smokin' on good
Don't ride through the wrong hood
Unless you got a vest on that Teflon
Like a don should i'm rollin' sticky green
Every nigga with me clean
Strapped the fuck up know what I mean?
This is 50 Cent, Banks and Yayo in the club
Runnin' around this bitch pissy
Drunk with the snub
Niggas want to get it crackin'
We don't give a fuck
Boy you fuck around we 'gon hit yo ass up
It's the general homie thats
Commanding these invasions
My semi-automatic ravin' stay blazin'
The Rover be Eggshell White
Shorty leaned over but I'm aggy
Cause she got an over-bite
I got your baby's mother
Movin' motherloads of Coke
For Louis Vuitton name belts, bags and coats
Homie we rich you're bitch a rug rat
Thats why my waves spinnin'
In that G-Unit hat
This is 50 Cent, Banks and Yayo in the club
Runnin' around this bitch pissy
Drunk with the snub
Niggas want to get it crackin'
We don't give a fuck
Boy you fuck around we 'gon hit yo ass up
The song "Hit Yo Ass Up" by 50 Cent featuring Tony Yayo and Lloyd Banks depicts the trio as fearless and armed individuals in a club, ready to fight and defend themselves against any threat. They rap about their guns, drinking habits, and overall thug lifestyle. They warn their enemies that they won't hesitate to "hit yo ass up," emphasizing their violent tendencies.
The lyrics also showcase their material possessions, such as their luxury cars, platinum jewelry, and designer fashion. They mention their drug dealings and recruiting women to sell drugs for them, demonstrating their involvement in illegal activities.
Overall, the song portrays 50 Cent, Tony Yayo, and Lloyd Banks as intimidating figures who are not to be messed with. The lyrics are provocative and aggressive, showcasing a violent and gangster lifestyle.
Line by Line Meaning
This is 50 Cent, Banks and Yayo in the club
50 Cent, Banks, and Yayo are in the club
Runnin' around this bitch, pissy drunk with the snub
They are intoxicated and armed, moving around the venue
Niggas want to get it crackin', we don't give a fuck
They are unconcerned with the possibility of a fight breaking out
Boy, you fuck around, we gon' hit yo ass up
They will defend themselves with force if provoked
When I grip the Tec, hit the deck
When he holds his firearm, people should get down
I'll spray at your way
He will shoot in the direction of his targeting
Nicknamed my chopper Scrappy, that's my Kay Kay
He has given a nickname to his firearm
Pussy, get out of line and your ass can die today
Serious consequences will follow anyone who steps out of line
Look at my soldiers to get 'em is all I got to say
His crew is willing to defend him, he does not need to say much else
Hennessy, rum and Coke a little Alize
He has consumed a variety of alcoholic beverages
Got me in the mood to bust a nigga head, man
He is feeling aggressive and ready to fight
I ain't playin', ain't got no time for them games
He is not in the mood to joke around or mess around
Niggas lose they life all the time for fuckin' playin'
Playing around can result in fatal consequences
Look at my chick, look at my whip, look how my rims move
He wants people to observe his car and his girlfriend
Get a real good look, but don't scheme cause I got my pistol
He is warning people not to get any ideas about stealing from him
Platinum on wrist blue
He is wearing a silver watch with a blue face
Wrist poppin', bling green by the fistful
His jewelry is sparkling and he has a lot of it
I'm smokin' Chong good
He is smoking high-quality marijuana
Don't ride through the wrong hood
He advises people to avoid certain neighborhoods
Unless you got a vest on
Unless you are wearing body armor
That Teflon
Bulletproof material
Like a don should
Like a boss should
I'm rollin' sticky green
He has high-quality marijuana
Every nigga with me clean
His crew is well-dressed and looking sharp
Strap got it tucked know what I mean?
He is carrying a firearm, do you understand?
It's the general homie that's commanding these advances
He is the leader and calling the shots
My semi-automatic ravin', stay blazin'
He has a semi-automatic weapon and it is always ready
The Rover be Etchel White
He has a white Range Rover
Shorty leaned over, but I'm mad cause she got an over-bite
A woman leaned over, but he is not attracted to her because of her dental condition
I got your baby's mother
He has a relationship with someone's child's mother
Movin' overloads of Coke
She is selling large quantities of cocaine
For Louey Vuitton minks, belts, bags and coats
She is using the proceeds to buy high-end fashion items
Homie we enrich your bitch or hood rat
He and his crew have the ability to improve a woman's lifestyle
That's why my waves spinnin' in that G-Unit hat
He is proud to be part of G-Unit and wants to show it off
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@TreSwayy
When I heard this for the first time my mind was blown at how hard this beat was. Was too dope at the time
@stankfreynolds7893
Still goes hard
@toon_on_24s
Better then majority of all the stuff out NOW 2022
@brentjoe7599
Used To Have This Shit On Repeat On Bulletproof 😂😂
@YoungThrilla1
💯
@christopherdamper9208
I'm still listening in 2021
@YoungThrilla1
YURRRRRRP 🗣‼️
@Soldier4Christ_
this that #gunit 🔥 #certified #gangsta #muzik
50 Yay Bank$ Buck kidd #TheUnit
@Bongz90
I never he knew they could rhyme on a southern beat
@ki11atj49
They took a lot of Southern rappers Beats and their mixtapes and use them 50 Cent and G-Unit were versatile