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.
Robbery
50 Cent Lyrics
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If I'm not ya favorite, I wanna know why
Niggas be stuntin, frontin
With the chrome on the cadillac
End up hog tied, mouth gagged
Get hit upside the head with the gat
Nigga where the stash at
I done told ya one time
But for the last time
Don't make me put ya brains on the floor
This is a stick up bitch
Get the fuck on the floor
Buck search the bedroom
Banks hold down the door p, What we got?
10 g's, you gotta be more
These nigga sell weight
Dun they gotta have raw
Bitch, one more time, you move on the floor
And Ima hit ya and send ya
Ass off to the lord
Man, i seen it in my dreams
We suppose to be rich
50 this is it, i ain't feelin this shit
Spider, niggas in the hood
They said they had cash
Remind me not to listen to Yayo and Hav
D tay and fox, billy and fame
Got us out this bitch like
It's a motha fuckin game
First there's one shot, then two shots
And ya laid out on the floor
Ya bleed til ya in shock and ya heart stops
And they view yo ass in the morgue
Maybe in ya next life, you'll get shit right
And this shit won't happen again
Come stunt through my hood
Like it's all good
And we runnin up in ya crib
The lyrics of "Robbery" by 50 Cent feat. Lloyd Banks, Prodigy, Young Buck, and Spider Loc depict a story of a planned robbery. The song starts with 50 Cent proclaiming his legendary status and questioning why he is not someone's favorite. Then, the lyrics dive into the details of the robbery.
The song describes the robbers confronting their targets, who are boasting and flaunting their wealth. The robbers demand the location of the stash, including cash, drugs, and other valuables. The threat of violence becomes apparent as they warn not to make them resort to extreme measures, like putting someone's brains on the floor.
Throughout the song, the tension rises as the robbers search the premises and find a significant amount of money. However, there is a sense of disappointment and dissatisfaction among them, as they expected to find more. The lyrics also mention various individuals in the hood who provided inaccurate information about the targets.
In the final section of the song, the robbers enact their plan and assault the targets. The violent nature of the robbery is emphasized, with lines mentioning shooting, bleeding, and even death. The song concludes in a warning to others who might think of trespassing their territory.
Overall, "Robbery" portrays a gritty and intense narrative of criminal activity and the consequences it brings.
Line by Line Meaning
This very necessary, very legendary 50
50 Cent is emphasizing his importance and status in the music industry
If I'm not ya favorite, I wanna know why
He wants to understand why he is not people's favorite artist
Niggas be stuntin, frontin
People often pretend to have more than they actually do
With the chrome on the cadillac
Showing off flashy cars with chrome rims
End up hog tied, mouth gagged
If you continue to fake, you will be silenced and restrained
Get hit upside the head with the gat
Expect consequences if you're caught pretending
Nigga where the stash at
Asking where the hidden wealth is located
Cash at? the grams and the bricks of raw
Enquiring about both cash and illegal drugs being kept
I done told ya one time
This warning has been given before
But for the last time
This is the final warning
Don't make me put ya brains on the floor
Do not force me to use lethal force against you
This is a stick up bitch
It's a robbery, comply with the demands
Get the fuck on the floor
Get down on the ground immediately
Buck search the bedroom
Young Buck is instructed to search the bedroom for valuables
Banks hold down the door
Lloyd Banks is told to secure and guard the entrance
p, What we got?
Prodigy asks for an update on what they have found
10 g's, you gotta be more
Only finding $10,000 is not enough
These nigga sell weight
Referring to people who sell illegal drugs
Dun they gotta have raw
They must have larger quantities of uncut drugs
Bitch, one more time, you move on the floor
If the person being robbed moves one more time, they will be harmed
And Ima hit ya and send ya Ass off to the lord
They will physically assault and possibly kill the person
Man, i seen it in my dreams
50 Cent has visualized this scenario before
We suppose to be rich
They were meant to achieve significant wealth
50 this is it, i ain't feelin this shit
50 Cent is disappointed with the current situation
Spider, niggas in the hood
Referring to Spider Loc and other people in the neighborhood
They said they had cash
These individuals claimed to possess a significant amount of money
Remind me not to listen to Yayo and Hav
50 Cent regrets taking advice from his associates Yayo and Hav
D tay and fox, billy and fame
Referring to other members of their crew
Got us out this bitch like it's a motha fuckin game
They were able to successfully escape from a difficult situation with ease
First there's one shot, then two shots
The violence escalates quickly, starting with one gunshot and then another
And ya laid out on the floor
The result is the person being incapacitated and lying on the ground
Ya bleed til ya in shock and ya heart stops
The victim continues bleeding until they go into shock and their heart ceases to beat
And they view yo ass in the morgue
The aftermath is the victim being seen in the morgue, indicating their death
Maybe in ya next life, you'll get shit right
The implication is that the person was living an incorrect or dishonest life and may have a chance to improve in their next life
And this shit won't happen again
The hope is that they learn from their mistakes and avoid a similar situation in the future
Come stunt through my hood
If someone arrogantly shows off in their neighborhood
Like it's all good
Acting as if everything is fine and there won't be any consequences
And we runnin up in ya crib
They will invade the person's home and commit a robbery
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Sean Bennett Sr.
One of 50’s greatest strengths is that he’s a excellent hook maker
Makaveli
very true.. thats why he blew up like that.. In da club, if I can't, 21 questions, disco inferno, hustlas ambition, and many more
I’m Just Saying
Facts!!
Jeff Trinkle
he finds the best way to do almost any beat, even ones I dont like
GMarcus TV
Still Bumping in 2022. Original song was Nothing like home by Mobb Deep. I like 50's version better.
Jeff Trinkle
bro thankyou I couldn't find this information anywhere lol
LaPride247
i cant stop playing this track. this is classic g unit. real hip hop wen they were at their best all together. i wish this had a second verse but still dope as fuck and brings memories. i miss 05. gggggggunit best rap group of all time
J S
They were playing games with dudes back then, their Camp was scaring everybody in the industry. Mixtape stuff was better than cats records. This is them at 75 percent, it’s 2021, still hot.
King Famo The Goat
@J S facts
Replaza
i could listen to this beat 24/7 !