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 Jayās music. After heād 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 Centās 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 āGet Rich Or Die Tryināā 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 Tryinā 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.
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50 Cent Lyrics
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But a bitch can't get a dollar out of me
No Cadillac, no perms, you can't see
That I'm a motherfucking P-I-M-P
I don't know what you heard about me
But a bitch can't get a dollar out of me
No Cadillac, no perms, you can't see
Now shorty, she in the club, she dancing for dollars
She got a thing for that Gucci, that Fendi, that Prada
That BCBG, Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana
She feed them foolish fantasies, they pay her 'cause they want her
I spit a little G, man, and my game got her
A hour later have that ass up in the Ramada
Them trick niggas in her ear saying they think about her
I got the bitch by the bar trying to get a drink up out her
She like my style, she like my smile, she like the way I talk
She from the country, think she like me 'cause I'm from New York
I ain't that nigga trying to holla 'cause I want some head
I'm that nigga trying to holla 'cause I want some bread
I could care less how she perform when she in the bed
Bitch, hit that track, catch a date, and come and pay the kid
Look baby this is simple, you can't see
You fucking with me, you fucking with a P-I-M-P
I don't know what you heard about me (woo)
But a bitch can't get a dollar out of me
No Cadillac, no perms, you can't see
That I'm a motherfucking P-I-M-P
I don't know what you heard about me
But a bitch can't get a dollar out of me
No Cadillac, no perms, you can't see
That I'm a motherfucking P-I-M-P
I'm 'bout my money you see, girl, you can holla at me
If you fucking with me, I'm a P-I-M-P
Not what you see on TV, no Cadillac, no greasy
Head full of hair, bitch, I'm a P-I-M-P
Come get money with me if you curious to see
How it feels to be with a P-I-M-P
Roll in the Benz with me, you could watch the TV
From the backseat of my V, I'm a P-I-M-P
Girl, we could pop some champagne and we could have a ball
We could toast to the good life, girl, we could have it all
We could really splurge, girl, and tear up the mall
If ever you needed someone I'm the one you should call
I'll be there to pick you up if ever you should fall
If you got problems I can solve 'em, they big or they small
That other nigga you be with ain't 'bout shit
I'm your friend, your father, and confidant, bitch
I don't know what you heard about me
But a bitch can't get a dollar out of me
No Cadillac, no perms, you can't see
That I'm a motherfucking P-I-M-P
I don't know what you heard about me
But a bitch can't get a dollar out of me
No Cadillac, no perms, you can't see
That I'm a motherfucking P-I-M-P
I told you fools before, I stay with the tools
I keep a Benz, some rims, and some jewels
I holla at a ho 'til I got a bitch confused
She got on Payless, me? I got on gator shoes
I'm shopping for chinchillas in the summer, they cheaper
Man, this ho you can have her, when I'm done I ain't gon' keep her
Man, bitches come and go, every nigga pimping know
This ain't a secret, you ain't gotta keep it on the low
Bitch, choose on me, I'll have you stripping in the street
Put my other hoes down, you get your ass beat
Now Niki my bottom bitch, she always come up with my bread
The last nigga she was with put stitches in her head
Get your ho out of pocket, I'll put a charge on a bitch
'Cause I need four TVs and AMGs for the six
Ho make a pimp rich, I ain't paying, bitch
Catch a date, suck a dick, shit, trick
I don't know what you heard about me (yeah)
But a bitch can't get a dollar out of me (woo)
No Cadillac, no perms, you can't see (uh-huh)
That I'm a motherfucking P-I-M-P
I don't know what you heard about me (uh-huh)
But a bitch can't get a dollar out of me (yeah)
No Cadillac, no perms, you can't see
That I'm a motherfucking P-I-M-P
Yeah, in Hollywood they say, "There's no business like show business"
In the hood they say, "There's no business like ho business", you know?
They say I talk a little fast, but if you listen a little faster
I ain't got to slow down for you to catch up, bitch
Yeah
The lyrics of 50 Cent's song "Pimp" depict the life of a pimp who proudly boasts to the world that he cannot be taken advantage of by women. He starts the verse by stating that he does not know what people have heard about him, but he clarifies that no woman can take a single dollar from him, and he does not spend his money on luxury vehicles or getting perms. Instead, he is a P-I-M-P who manages women working as exotic dancers in a club. As for the women's insistence on using their earnings to purchase luxury items, he describes it as "foolish fantasies" that he can easily manipulate.
The song also underlines the condescending nature and objectification of women in his life. While he talks about being constantly surrounded by women, he refers to them as "bitches," and he indicates that he is not interested in them for their personalities or sexual prowess, but only for their earning potential. He also talks about "trick niggas" in the women's ears who try to seduce them, presumably to access their earnings. However, the pimp maintains his anger towards women who insult him in any way, which is clearly evident in the line, "If you got problems, I can solve them, they big or they small that other nigga you be with ain't about shit." By saying this, he reassures women that he is the only person they can count on as a protector.
The overall tone of the song is a bit aggressive and unapologetic, with the lyrics depicting a rather demeaning and negative view of women. It reinforces the idea of female objectification and vilifies women for being caught in unfavorable conditions such as sex work, portraying them as mere objects of pleasure with no sense of dignity or self-respect.
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I don't know what you heard about me
I am not sure what you have heard about me
But a bitch can't get a dollar out of me
I do not pay women for their services
No Cadillac, no perms, you can't see
I do not need flashy things to prove that I am a successful pimp
That I'm a motherfucking P-I-M-P
I am an accomplished and respected pimp
Now shorty, she in the club, she dancing for dollars
There is a woman in the club, dancing for money
She got a thing for that Gucci, that Fendi, that Prada
She is attracted to expensive designer clothing and accessories
I spit a little G, man, and my game got her
I spoke some smooth talk and won her over
A hour later have that ass up in the Ramada
After just an hour, she is in my hotel room
Them trick niggas in her ear saying they think about her
Other men are trying to get her attention and affection
I got the bitch by the bar trying to get a drink up out her
I am buying her drinks and trying to gain her trust
She like my style, she like my smile, she like the way I talk
She is attracted to my personality and charm
She from the country, think she like me 'cause I'm from New York
She is drawn to me because of my origins in New York City
I ain't that nigga trying to holla 'cause I want some head
I am not interested in sexual favors from her
I'm that nigga trying to holla 'cause I want some bread
I am trying to make money off of her
I could care less how she perform when she in the bed
I have little interest in her sexual ability or performance
Bitch, hit that track, catch a date, and come and pay the kid
I order her to work the streets, get a client, and bring me the money
Look baby this is simple, you can't see
What I am telling you is straightforward and easy to understand
You fucking with me, you fucking with a P-I-M-P
If you are dealing with me, you are dealing with a highly successful pimp
I'm 'bout my money you see, girl, you can holla at me
I am focused on making money and she can come to me for financial gain
Not what you see on TV, no Cadillac, no greasy
Pimp life is not like the stereotypical portrayal on television, I do not need flashy things
Head full of hair, bitch, I'm a P-I-M-P
Despite having a full head of hair, I am still a highly successful pimp
Come get money with me if you curious to see
If she is interested in making money, she can work with me
How it feels to be with a P-I-M-P
I can show her what it is like to be with a successful pimp
Roll in the Benz with me, you could watch the TV
She can ride with me in my car and watch television from the backseat
From the backseat of my V, I'm a P-I-M-P
Even while driving, I am still a successful pimp
Girl, we could pop some champagne and we could have a ball
We can celebrate and have fun together with champagne
We could toast to the good life, girl, we could have it all
We can drink to the success and prosperity of a lavish lifestyle
We could really splurge, girl, and tear up the mall
We can spend a lot of money shopping and indulge ourselves
If ever you needed someone I'm the one you should call
If she ever needs help or support, she should contact me
I'll be there to pick you up if ever you should fall
If she falls down or experiences trouble, I will come to her aid
If you got problems I can solve 'em, they big or they small
I can help her with any problems she may have, no matter how big or small
That other nigga you be with ain't 'bout shit
The other man she is seeing is not relevant or important
I'm your friend, your father, and confidant, bitch
I am someone she can rely on for assistance, guidance, and support
I told you fools before, I stay with the tools
I have already informed others that I carry weapons with me
I keep a Benz, some rims, and some jewels
I own a Mercedes-Benz, some fancy rims, and expensive jewelry
I holla at a ho 'til I got a bitch confused
I talk to a woman until she is unsure of what to do
She got on Payless, me? I got on gator shoes
She wears cheap shoes, while I wear expensive alligator skin shoes
I'm shopping for chinchillas in the summer, they cheaper
I am buying chinchilla fur coats in the summer when they are more affordably priced
Man, this ho you can have her, when I'm done I ain't gon' keep her
I am finished with this woman and I will not keep her around
Man, bitches come and go, every nigga pimping know
Women are constantly coming and going, and every pimp is aware of this
This ain't a secret, you ain't gotta keep it on the low
This is not something that needs to be kept secret or hidden
Bitch, choose on me,
Choose me as your pimp,
I'll have you stripping in the street
I will have her working as a stripper in public
Put my other hoes down, you get your ass beat
If she disobeys me or tries to undermine my other women, she will be punished
Now Niki my bottom bitch, she always come up with my bread
Niki is my most trusted and lucrative prostitute, she always brings me money
The last nigga she was with put stitches in her head
A previous man she was with physically harmed her
Get your ho out of pocket, I'll put a charge on a bitch
If any of my women misbehave, I will punish them legally
'Cause I need four TVs and AMGs for the six
I require several high-end luxuries for my personal use
Ho make a pimp rich, I ain't paying, bitch
Prostitutes make pimps wealthy, and I am not giving them any money
Catch a date, suck a dick, shit, trick
Have sex with a client, give oral sex, make money, and repeat
Yeah, in Hollywood they say, "There's no business like show business"
In the entertainment industry, they say there is no other business like it
In the hood they say, "There's no business like ho business", you know?
In the prostitution industry, they say there is no other business like it, and you are already aware of this
They say I talk a little fast, but if you listen a little faster
Others say that I speak quickly, but if you pay close attention, you will understand
I ain't got to slow down for you to catch up, bitch
I do not need to speak more slowly for you to understand, you need to keep up
Lyrics Ā© Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Songtrust Ave, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brandon Anthony Parrott, Curtis James Jackson, Denaun M. Porter
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Auey Burroughs
(NO you are WRONG: THIS HEART OWES LORD GOD ALMIGHTY + CHRIST JESUS OF NAZARETH THY REDEEMER EVERYTHING!
.+++.< Speak for yourself 50 cent your s"š"n is on you.
50 cent.
You might not owe anyone a thing in your heart because you are:)
B- Beholden U-Under S- Satan's
Y- Yolk
2 CORINTHIANS 4:4 KJV: 4Ā In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.
Genesis 2:7 KJV: āAnd the LORD God formed manĀ ofĀ the dust of the ground, and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life; and man became a living soul.ā
Hebrews 9:27 KJV:
27Ā And as it is appointed unto men once to die, but after this the judgment:
WHY DO YOU NAME YOURSELF AFTER A PERCENTAGE OR A PIECE OF MONEY?
Jeremiah 23:36 KJV: āAnd the burden of the LORD shall ye mention no more: for every man's word shall be his burden; for ye have perverted the words of the living God, of the LORD of hosts our God.ā
Roman's 12:1 KJV: āI beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that ye present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable unto God,Ā which isĀ your reasonable service.ā
bell191991
"I've seen a lot of people pollute their potential by sipping from the well of entitlement".
That's seriously poetic.
Pat Pearson
AFTER sippingā¦
Michelle Caudill
Thanks this helped a lot I have six adult children I have a couple so angry and I have given them the shirt off my back so much truth in this thank you for sharing for caring enough to share this it is truly helped me today cause I almost gave up on Christmas Iām that hurt by one. But now Iāll pull my head out of my ass and be better iāll set set better boundaries and stic to them.
Nicole Godspower
that's what caught my ear as well
Thinking Atheist
It is indeed.
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trackhawk leo 707
Hell yea! Love itšÆšÆ
Georgette Jonah
Tearful after listening to this.l was betrayed and l fell below the dust on the ground. I crawled my way up. Challenged myself, earned a degree and got a job. At least, I'm up, walking, standing tall and pretty much happy. My new motto- Be you. Do you. For you.
Rob Russo
GOD BLESS YOU, Truly have a BLESSED LIFE. š
Rob Russo
GOD TRULY BLESS YOU,,, And have a blessed LIFE. AND š