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.
Patiently Waiting *Lyrics*
50 Cent Lyrics
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I, I owe you for this one
I been patiently waiting for a track to explode on
(Yeah)
You can stunt if you want and ya a**'ll get rolled on
(It's Fifty)
If it feels like my flow has been hot for so long
If you thinking I'm a f***in' fall off ya so wrong
(It's Fifty!)
I'm innocent in my head, like a baby born dead destination heaven
Sittin' politic with pa**engers from nine eleven
The Lord's blessin's leave me lyrically inclined
S*** I ain't even got to try to shine
God's the seamstress that tailor fitted my pain
I got scriptures in my brain I could spit at yo dame
Straight out the good book, look, n****s is shook
Fifty fear no man, warrior, swingin' swords like Conan
Picture me, pen in hand writin' lines knowin the source'll quote it
When I die, they'll read this and say a genius wrote it
I grew up without my pops, should that make me bitter?
I caught cases I copped out, does that make me a quitter?
In this white man's world, I'm similar to a squirrel
Lookin' for a slut wit a nice butt to get a nut
If I get shot today my phone'll stop ringin' again
These industry n****s ain't friends, they know how to pretend
I been patiently waiting for a track to explode on
(Yeah)
You can stunt if you want and ya a**'ll get rolled on
(It's Fifty)
If it feels like my flow has been hot for so long
(Yeah)
If you thinking I'm a f***in' fall off ya so wrong
(It's Fifty)
I been patiently waiting for a track to explode on
(Yeah)
You can stunt if you want and ya a**'ll get rolled on
(It's Fifty)
If it feels like my flow has been hot for so long
(Yeah)
If you thinking I'm a f***in' fall off ya so wrong
(It's Fifty)
If ya patiently waitin' to make it through all the hatin'
Debatin' whether or not you can even weather the storm
Unless you lay on the table they operatin' to save you
It's like an angel came to you sent from the heavens above
They think they crazy but they ain't crazy, let's face it
S*** basically they just playin' sick
They ain't s***, they ain't sayin s***, spray em' fifty
A to the K get in the way I'll bring Dre and them wit me
And turn this day into f***in mayhem, you stayin' wit me?
Don't let me lose you
I'm not tryna confuse you
When I let loose wit this uzi and just shoot through your Isuzu
You get the messege? Am I gettin' through to you?
You know what's comin',
You motherf***ers don't even know, do you?
Take some big and some Pac and you mix em' up in a pot
Sprinkle a little big L on top, what the f*** do you got?
You got the realest and illest killas tied up in a knot
The juggernauts of this Rap s***, like it or not
It's like a fight to the top just to see who'd die for the spot
You put ya life in this, nothin' like survivin' a shot
Y'all know what time it is, soon as fifty signs on this dot
S*** what you know about death threats, 'cause I get a lot
Shady Records was eighty seconds away from the towers
Them cowards f***ed wit the wrong building They meant
To hit ours better evacuate all children, its nuclear showers
There's nothin' spookier
Ya now about to witness the power of f***in' fifty
I been patiently waiting for a track to explode on
(Yeah)
You can stunt if you want and ya a**'ll get rolled on
(It's Fifty)
If it feels like my flow has been hot for so long
(Yeah)
If you thinking I'm a f***in' fall off ya so wrong
(It's Fifty)
If the gun spark I'll hear all of the shots go off
It's fifty, they say it's fifty
See a n**** laid out wit his f***in' top blown off
It's fifty, man that wasn't fifty don't holla my name
You shouldn't throw stones if you live in a gla** house
And if you got a gla** jaw you should watch yo mouth
Cause I'll break yo face
Have yo a** runnin', mumblin' to the jake
You goin' ?gainst me dog, you makin' a mistake, I'll split ya
Leave ya lookin' like the Michael Jackson jackets wit all them zippers
I'm the boss on this boat, you can call me skipper
The way I turn the money over, you should call me flipper
Yo b**** a regular b****, you callin her wifey
I f***ed and feed her fast food, you keeping her icey
I'm down to sell records but not my soul
Snoop said this in ninety four, ?We don't love them hoes?
I got pennies for my thoughts now I'm rich
See the twenties spinnin' lookin' mean on the six
N****s wearin' flags cause the colors match they clothes they get Caught in the wrong hood, they get filled up wit holes motherf***er
I been patiently waiting for a track to explode on
(Yeah)
You can stunt if you want and ya a**'ll get rolled on
(It's Fifty)
If it feels like my flow has been hot for so long
(Yeah)
If you thinking I'm a f***in' fall off ya so wrong
(It's Fifty)
I been patiently waiting for a track to explode on
(Yeah)
You can stunt if you want and ya a**'ll get rolled on
(It's Fifty)
If it feels like my flow has been hot for so long
(Yeah)
If you thinking I'm a f***in' fall off ya so wrong
(It's Fifty)
The song "Patiently Waiting" by 50 Cent featuring Eminem is about their rise to fame in the intensely competitive music industry. The song begins with 50 Cent patiently waiting for a track that will explode and make him a star, confident that he won't fall off. Eminem then comes in with a verse about being innocent in his head and having God's blessings, making him a talented rapper without even trying. He also mentions his tough upbringing without his father and his experiences with the law.
The chorus reiterates the fact that 50 Cent has been patiently waiting for his turn to shine on a track, and any haters who doubt his skills will get rolled over. The second verse implies that there are others who claim to be crazy or sick in the music industry, but they're just faking it to try to make it. 50 Cent tells them they're not s*** and threatens to "spray 'em fifty" if they step in his way.
He draws comparisons to other famous rappers like Biggie, 2Pac, and Big L, saying that they're the realest and illest killas tied up in a knot, and that it's a fight to the top to see who will die for the spot.
The bridge of the song warns listeners not to throw stones if they live in a glass house and not to talk smack if they have a glass jaw, or 50 Cent will break their face. He also asserts that he's only down to sell records, not his soul. The song ends with the final chorus repeating that 50 Cent has been waiting patiently for a track to explode and that he won't fall off.
Line by Line Meaning
Hey Em, you know you my favorite white boy, right?
I have a deep admiration for Eminem, considering him my favorite Caucasian artist.
I, I owe you for this one
I am grateful to Eminem for his contributions to this song.
I been patiently waiting for a track to explode on
I have been eagerly waiting for a song that will propel me to success and recognition.
You can stunt if you want and ya a**'ll get rolled on
If you try to show off or act tough, you will face the consequences and get defeated.
If it feels like my flow has been hot for so long
If you think that my rap style and delivery have been consistently impressive and popular.
If you thinking I'm a f***in' fall off ya so wrong
If you believe that I will lose my talent and fade into irrelevance, you are completely mistaken.
I'm innocent in my head, like a baby born dead destination heaven
In my mind, I consider myself pure and blameless, similar to a stillborn baby destined for heaven.
Sittin' politic with pa**engers from nine eleven
Engaging in political conversations with individuals who experienced the events of the September 11th terrorist attacks.
The Lord's blessin's leave me lyrically inclined
Divine blessings have endowed me with exceptional lyrical abilities.
S*** I ain't even got to try to shine
I effortlessly stand out and excel without even putting in much effort.
God's the seamstress that tailor fitted my pain
God acts as the skilled seamstress who perfectly shaped and customized my experiences of hardship and anguish.
I got scriptures in my brain I could spit at yo dame
I possess profound verses and insights in my mind that I could deliver to any woman you value.
Straight out the good book, look, n****s is shook
Drawing inspiration directly from the holy book, it's evident that people are fearful and intimidated by my words.
Fifty fear no man, warrior, swingin' swords like Conan
I, 50 Cent, have no fear of anyone and embody the spirit of a courageous warrior, wielding swords reminiscent of Conan.
Picture me, pen in hand writin' lines knowin the source'll quote it
Imagine me, with a pen in my hand, composing powerful lines, fully aware that the source (media) will reference and publicize it.
When I die, they'll read this and say a genius wrote it
After my death, when people read these lyrics, they will recognize and acknowledge the brilliance behind its creation.
I grew up without my pops, should that make me bitter?
Having grown up without a father figure, does my lack of bitterness surprise you?
I caught cases I copped out, does that make me a quitter?
I may have faced legal troubles and chose to accept plea deals, but does that define me as a person who gives up?
In this white man’s world, I'm similar to a squirrel
Within a society dominated by white individuals, I, as a Black artist, often feel like a small and insignificant creature, like a squirrel.
Lookin' for a slut wit a nice butt to get a nut
Searching for a promiscuous woman with an attractive posterior solely for sexual gratification.
If I get shot today my phone'll stop ringin' again
If I were to be shot and potentially killed, my phone would no longer receive constant calls and attention from industry figures.
These industry n****s ain't friends, they know how to pretend
Most individuals in the music industry are not genuine friends; they are skilled at pretending and putting on an act for personal gain.
If ya patiently waitin' to make it through all the hatin'
If you can endure and persevere through the constant criticism and animosity.
Debatin' whether or not you can even weather the storm
Engaging in internal debates about your ability to withstand and survive difficult challenges.
Unless you lay on the table they operatin' to save you
Unless you put yourself in a vulnerable position, allowing others to intervene and assist in your salvation.
It's like an angel came to you sent from the heavens above
It feels as if a divine being, like an angel, has been sent to guide and rescue you.
They think they crazy but they ain't crazy, let's face it
While others may perceive themselves as being insane, the reality is that they are far from truly crazy.
S*** basically they just playin' sick
In essence, they are merely pretending and acting unwell.
They ain't s***, they ain't sayin s***, spray em' fifty
These individuals are insignificant and have nothing noteworthy to contribute, so I'll disregard them and dismiss their opinions.
A to the K get in the way I'll bring Dre and them wit me
I, armed with an AK-47, will not hesitate to attack anyone who obstructs my path, and I'll have Dr. Dre and his associates by my side.
And turn this day into f***in mayhem, you stayin' wit me?
I'll escalate this situation into complete chaos and destruction; are you willing to remain alongside me?
Don't let me lose you
Do not allow me to lose your attention or interest.
I'm not tryna confuse you
I do not intend to complicate matters or deceive you.
When I let loose wit this uzi and just shoot through your Isuzu
When I unleash and fire this Uzi machine gun, bullets will penetrate through your Isuzu vehicle.
You get the messege? Am I gettin' through to you?
Are you comprehending the underlying message? Am I successfully making an impact on you?
You know what's comin'
You are aware of what is about to happen.
You motherf***ers don't even know, do you?
You individuals have no clue or understanding whatsoever.
Take some big and some Pac and you mix em' up in a pot
Combine the artistry and influence of The Notorious B.I.G. and Tupac Shakur, blending their styles and legacy together.
Sprinkle a little big L on top, what the f*** do you got?
Add a touch of Big L's greatness to the mix, resulting in an unstoppable force that cannot be overlooked.
You got the realest and illest killas tied up in a knot
You now possess the most genuine and ruthless killers united and intertwined, forming an unbeatable alliance.
The juggernauts of this Rap s***, like it or not
We are the unstoppable forces in the rap industry, whether you approve or not.
It's like a fight to the top just to see who'd die for the spot
Ascending to the pinnacle of success is akin to a battle, determining who is willing to sacrifice everything for that coveted position.
You put ya life in this, nothin' like survivin' a shot
Your entire life is dedicated to the pursuit of success in this industry, similar to surviving a gunshot and defying death.
Y'all know what time it is, soon as fifty signs on this dot
Once 50 Cent officially signs a contract, the entire industry recognizes the impact and influence he holds.
S*** what you know about death threats, 'cause I get a lot
Do you have any understanding of the constant threats on my life? I receive an overwhelming number of them.
Shady Records was eighty seconds away from the towers
Shady Records, Eminem's label, was located incredibly close to the World Trade Center towers, almost falling victim to the terrorist attacks.
Them cowards f***ed wit the wrong building They meant
The terrorists mistakenly targeted the incorrect building, underestimating the strength and resilience of Shady Records.
To hit ours better evacuate all children, its nuclear showers
To avoid the devastating consequences of our retaliation, it is crucial to protect and evacuate innocent children from the impending destruction caused by the release of nuclear weapons.
There's nothin' spookier
There is nothing more terrifying or sinister.
Ya now about to witness the power of f***in' fifty
Prepare yourself to experience the immense strength and influence of 50 Cent.
If the gun spark I'll hear all of the shots go off
If a gun is fired, I will be alert and aware of every discharged round.
It's fifty, they say it's fifty
It is unmistakably 50 Cent, and people will acknowledge and affirm my presence.
See a n**** laid out wit his f***in' top blown off
Witnessing a man lying lifeless with his head violently destroyed.
It's fifty, man that wasn't fifty don't holla my name
Do not associate me with any other individual; if it wasn't 50 Cent, do not use my name.
You shouldn't throw stones if you live in a gla** house
It is unwise to criticize or attack others if you have vulnerabilities or flaws yourself.
And if you got a gla** jaw you should watch yo mouth
If you are easily susceptible to being hurt or defeated, you should be careful and refrain from speaking arrogantly.
Cause I'll break yo face
I possess the ability and willingness to physically harm or injure you, resulting in facial fractures.
Have yo a** runnin', mumblin' to the jake
You will be scared and hurriedly seeking help, nervously and barely able to communicate with the police.
You goin' ?gainst me dog, you makin' a mistake, I'll split ya
If you choose to oppose me, my friend, you are making a grave error, as I will severely harm or divide you.
Leave ya lookin' like the Michael Jackson jackets wit all them zippers
I will leave you with a disfigured appearance, resembling Michael Jackson's jackets adorned with numerous zippers.
I'm the boss on this boat, you can call me skipper
I hold the highest authority and control in this situation, similar to the captain of a boat.
The way I turn the money over, you should call me flipper
I generate profits and handle money so skillfully that you could refer to me as a masterful flipper.
Yo b**** a regular b****, you callin her wifey
The woman you consider a significant other is just an ordinary woman to me; you mistakenly refer to her as your wife.
I f***ed and feed her fast food, you keeping her icey
I engage in casual sexual encounters with her, while you, on the other hand, try to impress her with expensive jewelry.
I'm down to sell records but not my soul
I am willing to commercially sell my music, but I refuse to compromise my integrity and principles.
Snoop said this in ninety-four, ‘We don't love them hoes’
As Snoop Dogg stated back in 1994, we should not have genuine affection or respect for promiscuous women.
I got pennies for my thoughts now I'm rich
My initial thoughts and ideas, although seemingly insignificant, have led to my immense wealth and success.
See the twenties spinnin' lookin' mean on the six
Observing the twenty-dollar bills rapidly rotating and appearing intimidating on the rims of a luxury vehicle.
N****s wearin' flags cause the colors match they clothes they get
Individuals flaunt specific flags as accessories, solely because they coordinate with their outfits, leading them into dangerous situations.
Caught in the wrong hood, they get filled up wit holes motherf***er
Once trapped in an unfamiliar and dangerous neighborhood, they face severe consequences, often being shot numerous times.
Lyrics © BMG RIGHTS MANAGEMENT US, LLC , Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: CURTIS JAMES JACKSON, LUIS RESTO, MARSHALL BIII(EMINEM) MATHERS, MIKE ELIZONDO
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@beenest
Take some Big and some Pac and you mix 'em up in a pot
Sprinkle a little Big L on top, what the fuck do you got?
You got the realest and illest killers tied up in a knot
The juggernauts to this rap shit, like it or not
It's like a fight to the top just to see who'd die for the spot
You put your life in this, nothin' like survivin' a shot
Y'all know what time it is, soon as 50 signs on this dot
Shit, what you know about death threats, 'cause I get a lot
Em's verse still amazes me almost 20 years later...
@whatiscompetition
I been patiently waitin' for a track to explode on (yeah)
You can stunt if you want and yo' ass'll get rolled on (it's 50)
And it feels like my flow's been hot for so long (yeah)
If you thinkin' I'ma fuckin' fall off, you're so wrong (it's 50)
I'be pacin in my head, like a baby born dead
Destination Heaven, sit and politic with passengers from 9-11 (yeah)
The Lord's blessings leave me lyrically inclined (uh-huh)
Shit, I ain't even got to try to shine (woo)
God's the seamstress that tailor-fitted my pain
I got scriptures in my brain, I could spit at your dame
Straight out the good book, look, niggas is shook
50 fear no man, warrior, swing swords like Conan
Picture me, pen in hand, writin' lines knowin' The Source'll quote it
When I die, they'll read this and say a genius wrote it
I grew up without my pops, should that make me bitter?
I caught cases, I copped out, does that make me a quitter?
In this white man's world, I'm similar to a squirrel
Lookin' for a slut with a nice butt to get a nut
If I get shot today, my phone'll stop ringin' again
These industry niggas ain't friends, they know how to pretend
Patiently waitin' for a track to explode on (yeah)
You can stunt if you want and yo' ass'll get rolled on (it's 50)
And it feels like my flow's been hot for so long (yeah)
If you thinkin' I'ma fuckin' fall off, you're so wrong (it's 50)
I been patiently waitin' for a track to explode on (yeah)
You can stunt if you want and yo' ass'll get rolled on (it's 50)
And it feels like my flow's been hot for so long (yeah)
If you thinkin' I'ma fuckin' fall off, you're so wrong (it's 50)
You've been patiently waitin' to make it through all the hatin'
Debatin' whether or not you can even weather the storm
As you lay on the table, they operatin' to save you
It's like an angel came to you, sent from the heavens above
They think they're crazy, but they ain't crazy, let's face it, shit, basically
They're just playin' sick, they ain't shit, they ain't sayin' shit, spray 'em, 50
A to the K, get in the way, I'll bring Dre and them with me
And turn this day into fuckin' mayhem, you stayin' with me?
Don't let me lose you, I'm not tryna confuse you
When I let loose with this Uzi and just shoot through your Isuzu
You get the message? Am I gettin' through to you?
You know what's comin'? You motherfuckers don't even know, do you?
Take some Big and some 'Pac and you mix 'em up in a pot
Sprinkle a little Big L on top, what the fuck do you got?
You got the realest and illest killers tied up in a knot
The juggernauts of this rap shit, like it or not
It's like a fight to the top just to see who'd die for the spot
You put your life in this, nothin' like survivin' a shot
Y'all know what time it is, soon as 50 signs on this dot
Shit, what you know about death threats? 'Cause I get a lot
Shady Records was 80 seconds away from the towers
Some cowards fucked with the wrong building, they meant to hit ours
Better evacuate all children (woo), it's nuclear showers
There's nothin' spookier, you're now about to witness the power of fuckin' 50
I been patiently waitin' for a track to explode on (yeah)
You can stunt if you want and yo' ass'll get rolled on (it's 50)
And it feels like my flow's been hot for so long (yeah)
If you thinkin' I'ma fuckin' fall off, you're so wrong (it's 50)
If the gun squad hearin' all the shots go off
It's 50, they say it's 50
See a nigga laid out with his fuckin' top blown off
It's 50-man, that wasn't 50, don't holla my name
You know you shouldn't throw stones if you live in a glass house (yeah)
And if you got a glass jaw, you should watch your mouth
'Cause I'll break your face (uh-huh)
Have your ass runnin', mumblin' to the jake
You goin' against me, dawg, you're makin' a mistake
I'll split ya, leave you lookin' like the Michael Jackson jackets with all them zippers
I'm the boss on this boat, you can call me Skipper (uh-huh)
The way I turn the money over, you should call me Flipper (flipper)
Your bitch a regular bitch, you callin' her wifey
I fucked and feed her fast food, you keepin' her icy
I'm down to sell records, but not my soul
Snoop said this in '94, "We don't love them hoes"
I got pennies for my thoughts, now I'm rich
See the 20s spinnin' lookin' mean on the six
Niggas wearin' flags 'cause the colors match they clothes
They get caught in the wrong hood and filled up with holes, motherfucker
I been patiently waitin' for a track to explode on (yeah)
You can stunt if you want and yo' ass'll get rolled on (it's 50)
And it feels like my flow's been hot for so long (yeah)
If you thinkin' I'ma fuckin' fall off, you're so wrong (it's 50)
I been patiently waitin' for a track to explode on (yeah)
You can stunt if you want and yo' ass'll get rolled on (it's 50)
And it feels like my flow's been hot for so long (yeah)
If you thinkin' I'ma fuckin' fall off, you're so wrong (it's 50)
@hafizurmahdi5284
Whoever is watching this got an insanely good music taste (no bluffing)
@nob9705
Bluffing ?
@merncat3384
@No B Lmao 🤣
@hafizurmahdi5284
@Corban Morley It's a video here afterall
@hafizurmahdi5284
@No B Yep
@Thywarden
Thank you
@KlassiKemcee
Eminem's verse in this song is like top 10 best hip-hop verses of all time!
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