How To Rob The Industry
50 Cent Lyrics


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[Madd Rapper]
The art of getting robbed
This is how we do Brooklyn style boy you know what I'm sayin?

[50 Cent]
R.I.P B.I.G, R.I.P P-A-see, R.I.P enough of that shit niggas that want to OD
Aiyyo the bottom line is I'ma crook with a deal
If my record don't sell I'ma rob and steal
You better recognize nigga I'm straight from the street
These industry niggaz is startin to look like somethin to eat
I'll snatch Kim and tell Puff, "You want to see her again?"
Dance your ass down to the nearest ATM
I have dreams of fuckin an R&B bitch
But I wake up early and bounce with all her shit
When I apply pressure,son it ain't even funny
I'm about to stick Bobby for some of that Whitney money
Brian McKnight, I can get that nigga anytime
Have Keith sweatin starin down the barrel of my nine
Since these Harlem World niggaz seem to all be fam
I put the gun to Cardan tell him, "Tell your man
Mason Betha, haha, come up of that watch now
I mean right now"
The only excuse for being broke is bein in jail
An entertainer can't make bail he broke as hell
I'd rob ODB but that'd be a waste of time
Probably have to clap him run and toss the nine
I'd follow Fox in the drop for four blocks
Plottin to juice her for that rock Kurupt copped
What Jigga just sold like 4 mil? He got somethin to live for
Don't want a nigga puttin four through that Bentley Coupe door
I'll man handle Case like "Dude get on the ground
You ain't with Mary no more where you getting chips from now??
I been skeamin on Tone and Poke since they found me
Steve know not to wear that platinum shit around me
I'm a klepto nah for real son I'm sick
I'm bout to stick Slick Rick for all that old school shit
Right now I'm bent and when I get like this I don't think
About to make Stevie J take off that tight ass mink
I'll rob Pun without a gun snatch his piece then run
This nigga weigh 400 pounds, how he gon catch me son?

[Madd Rapper](Chorus) 2x
This ain't serious
Being broke can make you delirious
So we rob and steal so our ones can be bigger
50 Cent how it feel to rob an industry nigga?

[50 Cents]
Ill catch P and Silk The Shocker right after the Grammies
And Will Smith and Jada ass down in Miami
Run up on Timberland and Missy w/the pound
Like you gimme the cash and you put the hot dog down
I figured it out
Niggas been robbin Joe before that's why his ass
don't want to be a playa no more
Mad at you I'm robbin J.D., FUCK YOU!! PAY ME!!
Had Da Brat with em, shoulda had his gat with him
DMX want to get down or will you tell on me
I'm on that Treach shit, I do my +Dirt All By My Lonely+
I should rob Clue man his shit did well
I want to stick TQ but his shit ain't sell
I hit the studios take niggas shoes and leave
Catch Rae Ghost and RZA for them funny ass rings
Tell Sticky gimme the cash before I empty three
Ill beat your ass like that white boy on MTV
Cannibus want to battle while I'm stickin them up
Fuck a cab the coroners pickin em up
Heavy tried to hide his shit, hey nigga I saw ya
He said "Why you robbin me I got _Nuttin But Love_ for ya!"
Caught Juvenile for his Cash Money piece
Told him I want it all he said, "Even my gold teeth?"
I caught Blackstreet on a back street in a black jeep
One at a time get out and take off your shine
Did you ever think that you would be this rich?
Did you ever think that you would have these hits?
Did you ever think that I'd flash the nine?
And walk off with your shit like it's mine?
I'ma keep stickin niggas until I'm livin
I'll rob Boys II Men like I'm Michael Bivins
Catch Tyson for half that cash like Robyn Givens
I'm hungry for real I'm bout to stick Mister see
That nigga still eatin off Big's first LP
I had Busta and the whole Flipmode on the floor
He asked me if I had enuff I told him "Gimme Some More"
Is you feelin this? Then wait for the sequel
I gotta get Kirk Franklin for robbin Gods People

[Madd Rapper]
(chorus)
For real yo you know what I'm sayin?
Niggas got to get stuck up that's just how it goes down
It don't matter if you an industry nigga or a regular nigga
It don't matter, if you got it and I need it I want it
50 Cents ain't fuckin around
Track Masters ain't fuckin around
Crazy Cat ain't fuckin around
The Madd Rapper ain't fuckin around
So watch your backs, watch your pocket book, watch your pockets




Watch everybody on the train, watch everybody on the bus
Cause we gonna get you whether you like it or not.

Overall Meaning

The song "How to Rob the Industry" is a heavy-hitting rap classic by 50 Cent that was first released in 1999. The song features 50 Cent and the Madd Rapper rapping about robbing famous and wealthy celebrities in the music industry. The song is a witty and braggadocious take on the hip hop scene of the time, featuring a list of targets that spans the entire genre.


In the first verse, 50 Cent declares himself a "crook with a deal" who is not afraid to rob and steal if his music doesn't sell. He goes on to name-drop R&B singers and rap stars alike, all of whom he intends to rob for their wealth and status. The second verse features Madd Rapper, who brags of stealing from industry moguls like Sean "Puffy" Combs.


Line by Line Meaning

R.I.P B.I.G, R.I.P P-A-see, R.I.P enough of that shit niggas that want to OD
Paying respects to Biggie, Tupac, and others who died prematurely due to violence and drug overdose


Aiyyo the bottom line is I'ma crook with a deal
Regardless of my record sales, I'm still a skilled thief


If my record don't sell I'ma rob and steal
If my music fails to make money, I'll resort to criminal activities to survive


You better recognize nigga I'm straight from the street
Acknowledge that I come from the tough streets and won't hesitate to take what I want


These industry niggaz is startin to look like somethin to eat
The wealthy industry figures appear as easy targets for theft and exploitation


I'll snatch Kim and tell Puff, "You want to see her again?"
Threatening to kidnap Kim, making Puff Daddy pay a ransom to ensure her release


Dance your ass down to the nearest ATM
Go withdraw a large sum of money from the nearest ATM and bring it to me


I have dreams of fuckin an R&B bitch
Fantasizing about having sexual relations with a female R&B artist


But I wake up early and bounce with all her shit
Instead of pursuing romantic relationships, I steal all her valuable belongings


When I apply pressure, son it ain't even funny
When I exert force or threaten someone, it's a serious matter, not a joke


I'm about to stick Bobby for some of that Whitney money
Planning to extort Bobby Brown for a portion of the wealth he obtained through his relationship with Whitney Houston


Brian McKnight, I can get that nigga anytime
Brian McKnight is an easy target for robbery at any given moment


Have Keith sweatin starin down the barrel of my nine
Instilling fear in Keith Sweat by pointing a loaded gun at him


Since these Harlem World niggaz seem to all be fam
Considering the close-knit community of Harlem World, I target an individual named Cardan and use him to reach his associates


I put the gun to Cardan tell him, "Tell your man
Threatening Cardan to deliver a message to his associate


Mason Betha, haha, come up of that watch now
Planning to steal Mason Betha's watch and exploit his newfound religious lifestyle


The only excuse for being broke is bein in jail
The only justifiable reason for poverty is being incarcerated


An entertainer can't make bail he broke as hell
If an entertainer can't afford bail, it implies they lack financial stability


I'd rob ODB but that'd be a waste of time
Considering robbing Ol' Dirty Bastard, but it wouldn't be worth the effort


Probably have to clap him run and toss the nine
Likely to shoot him, flee the scene, and discard the gun


I'd follow Fox in the drop for four blocks
Stalking Foxy Brown while she drives her expensive car for a short distance


Plottin to juice her for that rock Kurupt copped
Planning to rob Foxy Brown for the expensive jewelry she obtained from Kurupt


What Jigga just sold like 4 mil? He got somethin to live for
Jay-Z recently made a multimillion-dollar sale, so he has something worth protecting


Don't want a nigga puttin four through that Bentley Coupe door
Preventing someone from damaging Jay-Z's Bentley Coupe by firing bullets through it


I'll man handle Case like "Dude get on the ground
Physically overpowering Case and ordering him to lie on the ground


You ain't with Mary no more where you getting chips from now?
Accusing Case of losing his source of income after breaking up with Mary J. Blige


I been skeamin on Tone and Poke since they found me
Plotting against Tone and Poke, producers who discovered 50 Cent


Steve know not to wear that platinum shit around me
Steve, presumably Steve Stoute, is cautious about flaunting valuable platinum items in front of 50 Cent


I'm a klepto nah for real son I'm sick
Admitting to being a compulsive thief and claiming it as a genuine condition


I'm bout to stick Slick Rick for all that old school shit
Planning to rob Slick Rick of his valuable items associated with the old school hip-hop era


Right now I'm bent and when I get like this I don't think
Currently intoxicated, and in such a state, rational thinking becomes impaired


About to make Stevie J take off that tight ass mink
Coercing Stevie J into removing his expensive and extravagant mink coat


I'll rob Pun without a gun snatch his piece then run
Attempting to steal from Big Pun without using a firearm, taking his valuable item and fleeing


This nigga weigh 400 pounds, how he gon catch me son?
Mocking Big Pun's weight and asserting that his physical condition hinders his ability to apprehend 50 Cent


Ill catch P and Silk The Shocker right after the Grammies
Planning to ambush Master P and Silk The Shocker immediately after the Grammy Awards


And Will Smith and Jada ass down in Miami
Targeting Will Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith while they are in Miami


Run up on Timberland and Missy w/the pound
Confronting Timbaland and Missy Elliott with a gun and demanding money


Like you gimme the cash and you put the hot dog down
Demanding immediate payment while Timbaland and Missy put aside their trivial activities


Niggas been robbin Joe before, that's why his ass don't want to be a playa no more
Referring to Joe, a previous victim of robbery, as the reason he no longer wants to engage in promiscuous behavior


Mad at you I'm robbin J.D., FUCK YOU!! PAY ME!!
Expressing anger towards Jermaine Dupri and demanding payment through illegal means


Had Da Brat with em, shoulda had his gat with him
Berating Jermaine Dupri for having Da Brat, an artist under his label, without carrying a weapon for protection


DMX want to get down or will you tell on me
Challenging DMX to engage in criminal activities together or risk being reported to the authorities


I'm on that Treach shit, I do my +Dirt All By My Lonely+
Comparing oneself to Treach, a member of Naughty by Nature known for his criminal tendencies and asserting independence in illegal activities


I should rob Clue man his shit did well
Considering stealing from DJ Clue because of his successful ventures


I want to stick TQ but his shit ain't sell
Expressing the desire to rob TQ, but his lack of commercial success discourages the act


I hit the studios take niggas shoes and leave
Entering recording studios and stealing valuable footwear from artists


Catch Rae Ghost and RZA for them funny ass rings
Targeting Raekwon, Ghostface Killah, and RZA for their peculiar and eye-catching rings


Tell Sticky gimme the cash before I empty three
Warning Sticky Fingaz to hand over the money swiftly, or they'll face consequences


Ill beat your ass like that white boy on MTV
Threatening to physically assault an individual, similar to an incident involving a white boy on MTV


Cannibus want to battle while I'm stickin them up
Despite engaging in robbery, Cannibus attempts to challenge 50 Cent in a rap battle


Fuck a cab the coroners pickin em up
Choosing not to escape via taxi, as it would attract unwanted attention, instead letting the coroners collect bodies


Heavy tried to hide his shit, hey nigga I saw ya
Noticing Heavy D's attempts to conceal his valuable possessions but ultimately being aware of his actions


He said "Why you robbin me I got -Nuttin But Love- for ya!"
Heavy D questions the motive behind the robbery, claiming he has nothing but love and respect for 50 Cent


Caught Juvenile for his Cash Money piece
Apprehending Juvenile and stealing his jewelry associated with Cash Money Records


Told him I want it all he said, "Even my gold teeth?"
Demanding ownership of all Juvenile's possessions, even his gold teeth, which hold significant value


I caught Blackstreet on a back street in a black jeep
Cornering the members of Blackstreet in a secluded area while they are in a black jeep


One at a time get out and take off your shine
Ordering each member of Blackstreet to exit the vehicle and relinquish their valuable jewelry


Did you ever think that you would be this rich?
Reflecting upon the success and wealth attained


Did you ever think that you would have these hits?
Contemplating the unexpected achievement of having numerous successful songs


Did you ever think that I'd flash the nine?
Asking rhetorically whether the individuals anticipated being threatened with a firearm


And walk off with your shit like it's mine?
Nonchalantly taking their belongings as if they rightfully belong to 50 Cent


I'ma keep stickin niggas until I'm livin
Continuing to rob individuals until achieving a life of absolute luxury


I'll rob Boys II Men like I'm Michael Bivins
Emulating Michael Bivins, who managed Boys II Men, by robbing the group


Catch Tyson for half that cash like Robyn Givens
Targeting Mike Tyson and claiming fifty percent of his wealth, similar to the division of assets during his divorce with Robyn Givens


I'm hungry for real I'm bout to stick Mister see
Conveying genuine hunger for success and wealth, intending to rob Mr. Cee


That nigga still eatin off Big's first LP
Mr. Cee continues to profit from The Notorious B.I.G.'s debut album, which prompts 50 Cent's desire to rob him


I had Busta and the whole Flipmode on the floor
Disempowering Busta Rhymes and his entire Flipmode Squad, forcing them into a submissive position


He asked me if I had enuff I told him "Gimme Some More"
Busta Rhymes inquires whether he has taken enough, and 50 Cent responds with the title of one of his hit songs, implying he desires more


I gotta get Kirk Franklin for robbin Gods People
Planning to rob Kirk Franklin, a gospel artist, for taking advantage of religious followers


(chorus)
Reiterating the theme that resorting to robbery is a consequence of being broke


For real yo you know what I'm sayin?
Indicating sincerity and seeking agreement from the listener


Niggas got to get stuck up that's just how it goes down
Accepting the reality that individuals will fall victim to robberies, as it is a common occurrence


It don't matter if you an industry nigga or a regular nigga
Expressing that both celebrities and ordinary people are susceptible to being robbed


It don't matter, if you got it and I need it I want it
Asserting that regardless of the circumstances, if 50 Cent desires something, he will take it


50 Cents ain't fuckin around
Stating that 50 Cent is serious and determined


Track Masters ain't fuckin around
Implying that the producers Track Masters are also serious and shouldn't be underestimated


Crazy Cat ain't fuckin around
Referring to Crazy Cat, possibly an accomplice, as not tolerating any nonsense


The Madd Rapper ain't fuckin around
Highlighting the serious demeanor of the Madd Rapper, who contributes to the robbery endeavors


So watch your backs, watch your pocket book, watch your pockets
Advising individuals to remain vigilant and protect their personal belongings from potential theft


Watch everybody on the train, watch everybody on the bus
Encouraging vigilance even in public spaces like trains and buses


Cause we gonna get you whether you like it or not
Warning that 50 Cent and his associates will rob regardless of the victims' preference




Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Peermusic Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: HARRY WAYNE CASEY, RICHARD RAYMOND FINCH, DERIC MICHAEL ANGELETTIE, SAMUEL J. BARNES, CURTIS JACKSON, JEAN CLAUDE OLIVIER

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