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.
She Burn Me
50 Cent Lyrics
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They turn me
Into a animal, they flipped son, they burn me
To the first degree, me son, they hurt me
I looked out for them motherfuckers
They burn me i was good now I'm bad
See they done turned me into a monster
I can't believe they burned me
They burn me
Now I'm heartless, your pain don't concern me
I got so many enemies, so many memories
So many flashbacks, we used to be friends
Sugar turned to shit, people just change
They keep pushin a nigga 'til
The hammer go bang
You violate I will let that motherfucker rang
Feels like, money came then, more money came
And, niggas start foamin out
The mouth growin fangs
Now, when did I become the
Savior of the hood?
Look homie you don't know me
I wouldn't save ya if I could
I sacrifice for suckas and they change me
I'm angry they selfish
All they want is what they
Want so they blame me (wow)
Like it's all my fault they ain't caked up
You a grown-ass man, damn
When you gon' wake up?
Turn, 7 to 14, 14 to 28
An O to 62, nigga get up your weight
Learn how to duck the jakes
Stack your paper then you're straight
I tried to help a nigga eat
Man it's hard out on the street
Cause I'm kind they think I'm weak
(they burn me) they see the way I grind and
They like the way I shine
They want paper like mine (they burn me)
Man they be on some shit when
They tryin to hit a lick
Man a motherfucker flip (so they burn me)
You think they won't trip cause you
Helped 'em from the rip
They ain't loyal to SHIT!
She called the cops on me
Cause I don't love her like I used to
Tried to fix what was wrong guess
It hurts cause I'm gone
My son he love me but she
Tryin to poison his mind actin like
Everything they got ain't come from my grind
I say a prayer for her like "God
Please change her heart"
All this hatred at one time
Is tearin me apart
Man I ain't lookin for trouble
I'm lookin for blessings
But ever since the money came
Me I been stressin
Got my ass kicked for bein kind
I can't trust nobody
The closer they get to me the
More they take from me
Man, I'm givin all I got to give
I'm tryin to live
They look at me they eyes got dollar signs
They want the kid
To give it all up, fall apart, break down
I ain't got much left
What they wan' take now?
My life? I got so much more to offer
I'mma make 'em watch me be #1 'til I'm done
Yeah
They bringin me all, the way dowwwwwn
(Everybody's tryin to bring me
All the way down)
And betray me just becauuuuse
(betray me) I'm down (just because)
I, don't know, what, to do nowwwww
(I don't know what to do)
Me? My loyalty's, what I'm 'bout ha ha
(that just happens to be what I'm about)
They burn me, over and over and over
(over and over again)
Like they doin what they supposed ta
They burn me, goddamn look at how they do me
(look at how they do me)
Somebody new tryin to sue me
So they burn me (after all I've done)
So they burn me
(Seems like I can't find a friend
Every time they burn)
In 50 Cent's song "She Burn Me," the lyrics delve into the artist's feelings of betrayal and mistrust after being taken advantage of by people he once considered friends and allies. The repeated phrase "they burn me" signifies the hurt and damage caused by these individuals. The lyrics reveal a transformation in 50 Cent's character, as he goes from being good to bad, and from showing love to becoming heartless. This change is a direct result of the treatment he received from those he cared for.
The lyrics also touch on the theme of money and its effect on people's behavior. 50 Cent highlights how the presence of money can lead to friends turning on one another, with greed and selfishness becoming prevalent. The artist feels burdened by the expectations and demands placed upon him, ultimately causing him to question his role as a savior or protector of his community. He expresses frustration with the lack of loyalty and blames others for their own shortcomings, highlighting the resentment and bitterness that have consumed him.
Overall, "She Burn Me" conveys 50 Cent's disillusionment with relationships and the negative impact of money and fame on trust and loyalty. The lyrics depict his struggle to maintain his integrity and navigate the treacherous terrain of the music industry.
Line by Line Meaning
Look at what they did to me, they burn me
I am reflecting on the harm and betrayal that others have inflicted upon me
They turn me, into a animal, they flipped son, they burn me
They have transformed me into someone unrecognizable, stripped me of my humanity, and caused me immense pain
To the first degree, me son, they hurt me
Their actions have hurt me deeply, causing significant emotional pain
I looked out for them motherfuckers, they burn me i was good now I'm bad
I once cared for them, but they betrayed me, turning me into a hardened and vengeful person
See they done turned me into a monster, I can't believe they burned me
Their actions have transformed me into a cruel and ruthless person, and I am shocked by the extent of their betrayal
I showed 'em love, they showed me hate, they burn me
Despite showing them kindness, they responded with hatred and caused me harm
Now I'm heartless, your pain don't concern me
I have become cold and indifferent, no longer caring about their suffering
I got so many enemies, so many memories
I have accumulated numerous enemies and carry countless memories of betrayal
So many flashbacks, we used to be friends
I am haunted by memories of when we were once close friends
Sugar turned to shit, people just change
The sweetness in our relationship has turned sour, and people have transformed for the worse
They keep pushin a nigga 'til, the hammer go bang
They continuously provoke me until I reach my breaking point and retaliate aggressively
You violate I will let that motherfucker rang
If you cross the line, I won't hesitate to respond with force
Feels like, money came then, more money came
As I gained wealth, more money followed, intensifying the challenges and negative influences in my life
And, niggas start foamin out the mouth growin fangs
People around me become greedy and viciously pursue their own interests
Now, when did I become the Savior of the hood?
I question how I ended up being seen as responsible for everyone's problems and needing to save them
Look homie you don't know me, I wouldn't save ya if I could
I assert that even if I had the ability, I wouldn't save someone who doesn't truly know me or appreciate me
I sacrifice for suckas and they change me, I'm angry they selfish
I have made sacrifices for unworthy individuals who have ultimately altered my true nature, and their self-centeredness infuriates me
All they want is what they want so they blame me (wow)
They only care about fulfilling their desires and then place the blame on me for their own shortcomings
Like it's all my fault they ain't caked up
They wrongly hold me responsible for their lack of financial success
You a grown-ass man, damn, when you gon' wake up?
I express frustration towards an adult who has yet to mature and take responsibility for their own life
Turn, 7 to 14, 14 to 28, An O to 62, nigga get up your weight
I urge them to double their efforts and increase their productivity, metaphorically using drug references to emphasize the need for growth
Learn how to duck the jakes, Stack your paper then you're straight
I advise them to avoid law enforcement, focus on accumulating wealth, and prioritize financial stability
I tried to help a nigga eat, Man it's hard out on the street
I attempted to assist someone in improving their situation, but life is challenging in the harsh realities of the streets
Cause I'm kind they think I'm weak (they burn me)
Because of my kindness, people perceive me as vulnerable and take advantage of me, causing me harm
They see the way I grind and, They like the way I shine
They witness my relentless hard work and admire the success that comes with it
They want paper like mine (they burn me)
They desire the same level of financial success that I have achieved, but their envy and greed lead them to betray me
Man they be on some shit when, They tryin to hit a lick
They become deceptive and deceitful when attempting to steal or take advantage of me
Man a motherfucker flip (so they burn me)
They completely change their behavior, revealing their true malicious intentions, resulting in me being betrayed
You think they won't trip cause you, Helped 'em from the rip
You mistakenly believe that they won't turn against you because you supported them from the very beginning
They ain't loyal to SHIT!
They lack loyalty and cannot be trusted at all
She called the cops on me, Cause I don't love her like I used to
A woman reported me to the police because my feelings for her have changed
Tried to fix what was wrong guess, It hurts cause I'm gone
I attempted to resolve our issues, but she is in pain because I have chosen to leave the relationship
My son he love me but she, Tryin to poison his mind actin like, Everything they got ain't come from my grind
Despite my son's love for me, she tries to manipulate him against me by pretending that my success is not the result of my hard work
I say a prayer for her like "God, Please change her heart"
I sincerely pray for her transformation and for her to change her negative mindset and actions
All this hatred at one time, Is tearin me apart
The overwhelming hatred directed towards me is causing immense emotional pain and internal turmoil
Man I ain't lookin for trouble, I'm lookin for blessings
I am not seeking conflict or problems; instead, I am striving for positive outcomes and blessings in my life
But ever since the money came, Me I been stressin
Since acquiring wealth, I have been burdened with stress and worries
Got my ass kicked for bein kind, I can't trust nobody
I have suffered physical and emotional harm simply for displaying kindness, leading to a lack of trust in others
The closer they get to me the, More they take from me
The more intimately people become connected to me, the more they exploit and take advantage of me
Man, I'm givin all I got to give, I'm tryin to live
I am giving my all, doing my best to survive and thrive in life
They look at me they eyes got dollar signs, They want the kid
People view me as a means to gain financial benefits and see me as a desirable target
To give it all up, fall apart, break down
They want me to lose everything, crumble emotionally, and collapse under pressure
I ain't got much left, What they wan' take now?
I have very little left, and I question what else they could possibly want to take from me
My life? I got so much more to offer
Despite the challenges and betrayals, I know that I still have a lot more to contribute and offer in life
I'mma make 'em watch me be #1 'til I'm done
I am determined to prove myself and reach the top, making them witness my success until I have achieved my goals
They bringin me all, the way dowwwwwn
They are intentionally causing my downfall and trying to destroy me
(Everybody's tryin to bring me, All the way down)
Many individuals are making concerted efforts to completely ruin me
And betray me just becauuuuse
They betray me without any valid reason or justification
(betray me) I'm down (just because)
They take advantage of my vulnerable state when I am experiencing difficulties
I, don't know, what, to do nowwwww
I am in a state of confusion and uncertainty, unsure of how to proceed
(I don't know what to do)
I am at a loss for what actions to take
Me? My loyalty's, what I'm 'bout ha ha
My loyalty is an integral part of who I am and what I stand for
(that just happens to be what I'm about)
Being loyal is an essential aspect of my character and principles
They burn me, over and over and over
They repeatedly betray and harm me
(over and over again)
This cycle of betrayal and pain continues in an ongoing pattern
Like they doin what they supposed ta
They act as if their actions of betrayal and harm are their expected behavior
They burn me, goddamn look at how they do me
They keep betraying and hurting me, and it is infuriating to witness
(look at how they do me)
I am frustrated and angry at the way they treat me
Somebody new tryin to sue me
Another person is attempting to take legal action against me
So they burn me (after all I've done)
They betray and harm me despite all the help and support I have provided
So they burn me
They continue to betray and hurt me
(Seems like I can't find a friend
It appears that I am unable to find genuine friendship
Every time they burn)
Every time someone betrays and hurts me
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MICHAEL KASHIF JONES
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Samsung Wasim
After all these years. . . And i say this is 1 of the most underrated songs ever
The Creole King
This is low key one of my favorite songs by 50 cent it really explains why 50 cent is who he is
The Creole King
Especially with his baby mama drama he had been going through it with her I been there
Mateus
One of the best songs from 50 Cent ever!
Tone Yak
This track came out years ago and didn't get much recognition but this one of my favs from 50 cent! Hot track
NukaRage
When
Tone Yak
NukaRage I’m thinking 2011. It was made to help promote the SK energy drink campaign. I don’t think it was on any of his albums.
godfearing 45
Nigga I Feel You this is one of my most Favoritest shit's from 50✌️✌️✌️
Afghan Lion
it came out in 2017
Tone Yak
@Afghan Lion nah it was 2010 -2011. Look it up.