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.
Rider Part 2
50 Cent Lyrics
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I done told ya boy, Im'a soldier boy
I got no choice but to be a rider
I approach ya boy, with the toaster boy
Get to point blank range & firrreee
I aint tryna hear shit Im supposed to be rich
Mother fucker get in way of my bread
Then Im gone load my shit, then cock my shit
[50 Cent - Verse 1]
I'll have ya nigga in the ambulance tellin' ya 'Hold on'
The choir at your funeral singin' for so long
The top shotter that rock product, the block gotta
That pop hollows & pop bottles the whole spots
The more paper the more strength we gone get it
The four fifth come with a Inf we ain't missin'
Im back on my bullshit a verse is a full clip
Catch you with ya bitch throw a song in ya new whip
[Young Buck - Verse 2]
Nigga its G-Unit
Fuck ya clique, like syphilis bitch, you stuck with this
Im a loyal nigga, die behind mine
Even If 50 dropped me, I still wouldn't sign
Either lost 'yo mind, or pumped 'yo head
Tryna stop my shine, but I got bread
And I ain't got time, to hear what they said
When I catch them cowards, Im'a bust they head
[50 Cent - Chorus]
I done told ya boy, Im'a soldier boy
I got no choice but to be a rider
I approach ya boy, with the toaster boy
Get to point blank range & firrreee
I aint tryna hear shit Im supposed to be rich
Mother fucker get in way of my bread
Then Im gone load my shit, then cock my shit
Nigga trip i'll come for your head
[Lloyd Banks - Verse 3]
Im comin' outta Southside, you know Im raw
Big ass check, they show I score
Pull the dough out and roll out the cream Azure
Fo' fo' out I know 'bout the Keys of war
Im hot, five hundred degrees or more
My door'll block an M16 or more
Im in the store coppin' shit you ain't seen before
Black card swiping, green galore
[Tony Yayo - Verse 4]
Yeah yeah..
I said these niggas stop talkin' then start worryin'
The feds keep comin', the money we buryin'
Im in a loft, Im in a green Porsche
I let that thing off, I turn T-Wolf
I drive a spaceship nigga 2008 shit
Her made kicks on, I stay in Ape shit
Niggas on some hate shit, they all get hit
Russian AK, Haitian flag on the clip
[50 Cent - Chorus]
I done told ya boy, Im'a soldier boy
I got no choice but to be a rider
I approach ya boy, with the toaster boy
Get to point blank range & firrreee
I aint tryna hear shit Im supposed to be rich
Mother fucker get in way of my bread
Then Im gone load my shit, then cock my shit
Nigga Trip i'll come for your head
In the song "Rider Part 2" by 50 Cent, he talks about being a soldier and a rider, which means he is ready to defend himself and his money at any cost. He uses violent imagery to emphasize his message, such as having someone in an ambulance and the choir at their funeral singing for a long time. He also boasts about his wealth and the power that comes with it. The other members of G-Unit add their own verses, including Young Buck who talks about his loyalty to the group and his desire to keep making music even if he was dropped from the label.
Throughout the song, 50 Cent emphasizes that he is not to be messed with and that anyone who gets in the way of his success will face consequences. He talks about using his gun if necessary and being willing to come for anyone who tries to stop him from getting his money. Overall, the song is a message to anyone who might try to challenge his power, and it showcases the violence and aggression that 50 Cent is known for in his music.
Line by Line Meaning
I done told ya boy, Im'a soldier boy
I have already made it clear that I am a dedicated soldier in this game
I got no choice but to be a rider
I have committed to being brave and fearless in every situation
I approach ya boy, with the toaster boy
I come at my enemies ready to use my gun
Get to point blank range & firrreee
I will get up close to take a deadly shot
I aint tryna hear shit Im supposed to be rich
I don't want to hear any obstacles to making money because that is my main goal
Mother fucker get in way of my bread
If anyone tries to stop my money flow, I will not hesitate to take action with my gun
Then Im gone load my shit, then cock my shit
I will calmly and methodically prepare my gun for action
Nigga Trip i'll come for your head
If anyone tries to mess with me, I will come after them and take them out
I'll have ya nigga in the ambulance tellin' ya 'Hold on'
I will inflict serious injury on my opponent and enjoy watching them suffer
The choir at your funeral singin' for so long
I will be responsible for killing my enemies and will not give them a peaceful farewell
The top shotter that rock product, the block gotta
I am the best dealer around and will always provide the product
That pop hollows & pop bottles the whole spots
I shoot my gun recklessly and cause chaos in the areas where I operate
The more paper the more strength we gone get it
The more money I make, the stronger and more powerful I become
The four fifth come with a Inf we ain't missin'
My gun is always loaded and I never miss my target
Im back on my bullshit a verse is a full clip
I am returning to being ruthless and violent, and my words alone are powerful enough to act as bullets
Catch you with ya bitch throw a song in ya new whip
I will attack my enemy when they are with their partner and destroy their valuable possessions as well
Nigga its G-Unit
I am part of the infamous G-Unit gang
Fuck ya clique, like syphilis bitch, you stuck with this
I hate your group and you are permanently stuck with this negativity
Im a loyal nigga, die behind mine
I am committed to this lifestyle and will defend it until the end
Even If 50 dropped me, I still wouldn't sign
Even if 50 Cent betrayed me and left the group, I would never betray my loyalty to G-Unit
Either lost 'yo mind, or pumped 'yo head
You must be crazy or delusional if you think you can take me down
Tryna stop my shine, but I got bread
You are trying to stop my success but I have already made plenty of money to secure my position
And I ain't got time, to hear what they said
I am too busy to listen to any noise or negativity from others
When I catch them cowards, Im'a bust they head
Once I catch my enemies, I will not hesitate to use deadly force
Im comin' outta Southside, you know Im raw
I am from the rough Southside and this has made me tough
Big ass check, they show I score
I have made a lot of money and it is proof of my success
Pull the dough out and roll out the cream Azure
I flaunt my wealth by driving around in a fancy car
Fo' fo' out I know 'bout the Keys of war
I am experienced in using weapons and will not hesitate to use my gun
Im hot, five hundred degrees or more
I am unstoppable and no one can touch me
My door'll block an M16 or more
My car is so strong that it could block even the most powerful weapons
Im in the store coppin' shit you ain't seen before
I am so wealthy that I buy things that most people have never even seen
Black card swiping, green galore
I am able to purchase whatever I want with my unlimited credit card
I said these niggas stop talkin' then start worryin'
My enemies stop talking when they realize they are in deep trouble with me
The feds keep comin', the money we buryin'
My gang and I are being investigated by the police, and we are hiding our money to avoid getting caught
Im in a loft, Im in a green Porsche
I am living in luxury and driving around in an expensive car
I let that thing off, I turn T-Wolf
I am quick to use my gun and go into a violent, animalistic state
I drive a spaceship nigga 2008 shit
My car is so modern and futuristic that it looks like a spaceship
Her made kicks on, I stay in Ape shit
I am wearing expensive designer sneakers and am very stylish
Niggas on some hate shit, they all get hit
Anyone who hates on me will become my enemy and I will use violence against them
Russian AK, Haitian flag on the clip
I use a powerful Russian assault rifle and display my Haitian heritage proudly
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