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.
I Don't Need Em
50 Cent Lyrics
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It is what it is man
Sirens flashin', you know the routine, the crime scene taped off
It started out a robbery, they blew half his face off
They seen him shinin', course full of diamonds he bought
Grindin', his foot slipped off the ladder of success he was climbin'
Somehow my name end up in anything that involves clappin'
Detectives at my mama crib, they say they wanna question me
They put me in a line up last time and they arrested me
When it come to cookin' coke, they know I got the recipe
I turn a quarter to a half, that's why they mess with me
I'm the neighborhood pusher, I move packs to make stacks
A little weed, a little X, a little H, a little crack
Figure, I push it to the limit, take this shit to the max
Navy blue vest on, navy blue Yankee hat
Calm, in my palm, fully loaded fire arm
First to let off, last to run, every time its on
I tell niggas to suck my dick
Get the fuck out my face 'cause I don't need 'em
'Cause they're never around when I'm down
Shot and I'm bleedin'
What, niggas yeah
Is there a mothafuckin' problem nigga
Oh yeah that's what I thought so, pussy
Niggas be talkin' about me, they always callin' me crazy
Fuck them O.G. niggas, they stuck in the eighties
Sayin' they gonna do me somethin', now you know that's a lie
Nigga you look at me wrong, I'll let that hammer fly
I'm rich, I still wake up with crime on my mind
Queens nigga put it down like Pappy Mason in his prime
When I say move, nigga move or get caught in the cross fire
Up a fence runnin', cut my fuckin' hand on a barb wire
Shits crazy, just a different day, its the same shit
Hollow tip part in ya head, leave ya whole fuckin' brain split
They sit, they see me in the Ashton Martin
What's the matter, they can't get that hoopty started
Thought they was grindin', well goddamn where that money at
Thought you was fucked, 'cause you was lettin' paper stack
You ain't a hustler, matter of fact, yous a busta
I don't trust ya, I should a sent niggas to touch ya
I tell niggas to suck my dick
Get the fuck out my face 'cause I don't need 'em
'Cause they're never around when I'm down
Shot and I'm bleedin'
What?
Who said they gonna do somethin' to me
You must be out your rabid ass mind
Fuck around and kill one of these niggas
In "I Don't Need Em," 50 Cent describes his experiences with crime and police investigations, while also emphasizing his self-sufficiency and lack of need for others. The song is told in the first-person perspective, with 50 Cent detailing a robbery that ends in violence and implicates him in some way. Despite being investigated by police and facing potential legal trouble, 50 asserts his independence and mastery of the criminal underworld. He flaunts his success as a drug dealer and insults those who doubt him or try to bring him down. The chorus, "I don't need 'em," is a simple but powerful assertion of his individualism and determination.
The lyrics of "I Don't Need Em" reflect 50 Cent's life experiences, particularly his involvement in criminal activity before becoming a successful rapper. The song's themes of self-reliance and defiance against authority are common in rap music, but 50's vivid storytelling and aggressive delivery set it apart. The repeated phrase "suck my dick" adds a confrontational edge to the song, emphasizing 50's disregard for others' opinions and his willingness to stand up for himself.
Overall, "I Don't Need Em" is a raw and intense expression of 50 Cent's identity as a rapper and as a criminal. By embracing his past and present realities and rejecting the influence of others, he creates a persona that is both threatening and empowering.
Line by Line Meaning
Sirens flashin', you know the routine, the crime scene taped off
The song begins with the scene of a crime where someone was robbed and shot for their diamonds, and the sirens can be heard approaching.
It started out a robbery, they blew half his face off
The criminal activity began as a robbery, but the robbers resorted to violence and shot the victim in the face.
They seen him shinin', course full of diamonds he bought
The victim was targeted for robbery because he had a lot of expensive diamonds on him, which made him stand out.
Grindin', his foot slipped off the ladder of success he was climbin'
The victim was probably successful and wealthy, but engaging in illegal activities like drug dealing eventually led to his downfall.
Detectives at my mama crib, they say they wanna question me
The singer is being questioned by the police because his name came up in connection to the crime or criminal activity.
I turn a quarter to a half, that's why they mess with me
The singer is a successful drug dealer who can turn a small profit into a larger one, which attracts attention from the authorities and other criminals.
Figure, I push it to the limit, take this shit to the max
The singer takes risks and strives for maximum profit in his drug dealing business, even if it means breaking the law or putting his life in danger.
I'm rich, I still wake up with crime on my mind
Despite being successful and wealthy, the singer cannot stop thinking about criminal activity and may even participate in it to maintain his lifestyle.
Fuck them O.G. niggas, they stuck in the eighties
The singer does not respect older gangsters who are stuck in the past and unwilling to adapt to new ways of doing things.
When I say move, nigga move or get caught in the cross fire
The singer is in a position of power and demands obedience from others, making it clear that failure to comply could result in being caught up in illegal activity or violence.
You ain't a hustler, matter of fact, yous a busta
The singer does not believe that certain people are authentic drug dealers or successful criminals and instead sees them as weak or fake.
I tell niggas to suck my dick
The singer refuses to tolerate disrespect and will not hesitate to confront anyone who challenges him or talks down to him.
Get the fuck out my face 'cause I don't need 'em
The singer values his independence and does not rely on others for help, which is why he does not want anyone close to him unless they are useful or loyal.
'Cause they're never around when I'm down
The singer does not trust people who are only around when things are going well for him, as they may be insincere or opportunistic.
Shot and I'm bleedin'
The singer has been injured, possibly by a rival or during a criminal activity, and is probably in pain and danger.
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: ANTHONY BEST, CURTIS JAMES JACKSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
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50 CENT👑🏆⭐🦾
MERRY XMAS🎄🎀🎁
THE MASSACRE ALBUM
RAP CLASSIC
CHRISTMAS LIST
1.INTR0
2.IN MY H00D
3.THIS IS 50
4.IM SUPP0SE T0 DIE T0NIGHT
5.PIGGY BANK
6.GATMAN AND R0BBIN
7.CANDY SH0P
8.GET IN MY CAR
9. 0UTTA C0NTR0L
10.SKI MASK WAY
11.RYDER MUSIC
12.JUST A LIL BIT
13.DISC0 INFERN0
14.P0SITI0N 0F P0WER
15.MY T0Y S0LDIER
16.I BUILD Y0U UP
17.S0 AMAZING
18.GUNZ C0ME 0UT
19.BALTIM0RE L0VE THING
20.I D0NT NEED EM
21.G0D GAVE ME STYLE
22..HATE IT 0R L0VE IT
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50 CENT👑🏆⭐🦾
MERRY XMAS🎄🎀🎁
TIMELESS
MASTERPIECE
THE MASSACRE ALBUM
RAP CLASSIC
RHYMES H00K
INSTRUMENTAL
SPELLBINDING
FL0W AND MUSIC
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I D0NT NEED EM
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HAPPY NEW YEAR
2021
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@prasantbasnett6716
It's 2020...
.. and wayy back.....
I had people tellin me.....
.."fiddy's says he doesn't need em.."
And I used to tell them...
"Ull see.. Fiddy will always be there for Em."...Period
If u are a gem..and you're tiime traveling...hit like and prove me right..
@smm482
"I'm rich, I still wake up with crime on my mind". Only 50 can make that line that heavy
@Dee_Nice89
Queens n*gga put it down like Pappy Mason in his prime
@remotefaith
I’m speechless on that second verse, no rapper has ever gone there, 50 was just born to do it
@moba1196
One of a kind. King 50
@delonthomas5049
The greatest
@kornandfoofighters
Best bridge...."chck-checkkkk...there a motherphukkkin problem????"
@PeteTheElite
"They seen em shinin, corpse full of diamonds he bought grindin, his foot slipped off the ladder of success he was climbin"... 50 was surfing on this joint
@PeteTheElite
@@messageadrian_fixtoolsonin6272 ahh Preciate that
@michaelblue6150
One of the best rap songs ever. Highly underrated
@delonthomas5049
He is the greatest