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 Jayβs music. After heβd 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 Centβs 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 βGet Rich Or Die Tryinββ 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 Tryinβ 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.
Straight To Da Bank
50 Cent Lyrics
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When I'm out in L.A. boy it's wraps and swishes
Now Blood walk to this, now crips walk to this
Now throw it up, raise it up for that gangsta shit
Now Blood walk to this, now crips walk to this
Now throw it up, raise it up for that gangsta shit
I'm in my Lambo' maggot, my fo' fo' fagot
See the shit I got on, homey I hate too
My Teflon arm brought my government issues
I'll hit your vertebrae bullets rip through tissues
Your wife on the futon huggin' that shitzo
Homey you a bitch you got feminine ways
Heard you got four lips and bleed for seven days
I got fo' fifths and bananas on the case
And got more whips than a runaway slave
Me and Yayo go back like some high top fades
When I made fifty mill, Em got paid
When I made sixty mill, Dre got paid
When I made eighty mill, Jimmy got paid
I ain't even gotta rap now life is made
Said I ain't even gotta rap, I'm filthy man
[Chorus]
I'm laughin straight to the bank with this
(Ha, ha ha ha ha ha, ha, ha ha ha ha ha)
I'm laughin straight to the bank with this
(Ha, ha ha ha ha ha, ha, ha ha ha ha ha)
I'm laughin straight to the bank with this
(Ha, ha ha ha ha ha, ha, ha ha ha ha ha)
I'm laughin straight to the bank with this
(Ha, ha ha ha ha ha, ha, ha ha ha ha ha)
I'm laughin'
I see nothin' but hundred dollar bills in the bank roll
I got the kind of money that the bank can't hold
Got it off the street movin' bundles and loads
Seventy Three Caprice old school when I roll
Breeze pass with the EZ Pass fuck the toll
No more platinum I'm wearin gold
I'm internationally known as the kid with the flow
That brings enough dough it's never enough dough
Shit I need mo' I need shit out the sto'
Baby ble was cold fresh out the flo'
Stash box by the dash box encase they want war
Make the purple bring the green in fuck the law
I'm oh so raw, I'm hot I'm sure
I'm like the coolest motherfucker around the globe boy
I set the club on fire I told ya
I'm the general salute me soldier
[Chorus]
Now work it out now, shorty work it out, work it out
I wanna see you, break it down
Now back it up now, you know what I'm about
It's like a bank job I'm rentin' them out
Now work it out now, work it out, work it out
Now work it out now, work it out, work it out
The lyrics to 50 Cent's song 'Straight To The Bank' describe the rapper's lavish lifestyle, his wealth, and his success in the music industry. The first verse paints a picture of the different environments where he smokes different types of cigars: blunts and phillies in New York and wraps and swishes in L.A. He then pays homage to the Bloods and the Crips, two notorious gangs from the West Coast, with the lines "Now Blood walk to this, now crips walk to this, Now throw it up, raise it up for that gangsta shit."
In the second verse, 50 Cent talks about his expensive possessions, including his Lamborghini and his Teflon arm. He boasts about his vast collection of weapons and his many whips (cars), which he has acquired through his success in the music industry. He also mentions that he and his fellow rappers, Yayo, Eminem, Dre, and Jimmy, have all profited enormously from their collaborations. The chorus, "I'm laughing straight to the bank with this," reiterates his wealth, and the fact that he is 'internationally known' for his rapping talents.
Overall, the lyrics to 'Straight to the Bank' glorify materialism and success, it is a typical rap song that shows the focus on wealth and achievements, and how it is celebrated in the world of hip hop.
Line by Line Meaning
Yeah! When I'm out in N.Y. boy it's blunts and phillies
When I'm in New York, I smoke blunts and Phillie cigars.
When I'm out in L.A. boy it's wraps and swishes
When I'm in Los Angeles, I smoke wraps and Swisher Sweets cigars.
Now Blood walk to this, now crips walk to this
Now Bloods do their walk to this song, and now Crips do their walk to this song.
Now throw it up, raise it up for that gangsta shit
Now raise your gang symbol in the air for this gangsta music.
I'm in my Lambo' maggot, my fo' fo' fagot
I'm driving my Lamborghini, and I have a hand gun.
Doors lift up I'm like Go Go Gadget
My car doors lift up like a gadget from the cartoon Inspector Gadget.
See the shit I got on, homey I hate too
Look at my expensive clothing and jewelry; it makes me angry too.
My Teflon arm brought my government issues
My bulletproof vest saved me from getting hurt in a government-related issue.
I'll hit your vertebrae bullets rip through tissues
My bullets will hit your spine and rip through your flesh.
Your wife on the futon huggin' that shitzo
I heard that your wife is on the couch, hugging a crazy person.
Homey you a bitch you got feminine ways
You act like a coward and have feminine qualities.
Heard you got four lips and bleed for seven days
I heard you have two vaginas and menstruate twice as long as most women.
I got fo' fifths and bananas on the case
I have four handguns and a bunch of money on the line.
And got more whips than a runaway slave
I have more cars than a slave who escaped captivity.
Me and Yayo go back like some high top fades
My friend Yayo and I have known each other for a long time like an old hairstyle.
When I made fifty mill, Em got paid
When I made fifty million dollars, my friend Eminem made money from it too.
When I made sixty mill, Dre got paid
When I made sixty million dollars, my friend Dr. Dre made money from it too.
When I made eighty mill, Jimmy got paid
When I made eighty million dollars, my friend Jimmy Iovine made money from it too.
I ain't even gotta rap now life is made
I don't even have to make music anymore because I have a lot of money.
Said I ain't even gotta rap, I'm filthy man
I don't have to rap, I am wealthy beyond imagination.
I see nothin' but hundred dollar bills in the bank roll
My bankroll only has one hundred dollar bills in it.
I got the kind of money that the bank can't hold
I have so much money that it can't fit in the bank vault.
Got it off the street movin' bundles and loads
I obtained my money by selling drugs on the street.
Seventy Three Caprice old school when I roll
I drive a 1973 Chevrolet Caprice, which is old school and classic.
Breeze pass with the EZ Pass fuck the toll
I breeze through tolls with my EZ Pass, which makes me feel invincible.
No more platinum I'm wearin gold
I've upgraded from platinum to gold jewelry.
I'm internationally known as the kid with the flow
I have fans all over the world who recognize me as a talented rapper.
That brings enough dough it's never enough dough
I make a lot of money, but it's never enough because I always want more.
Shit I need mo' I need shit out the sto'
I need more money and more things to buy from the store.
Baby ble was cold fresh out the flo'
My expensive champagne was really cold and fresh when I bought it.
Stash box by the dash box encase they want war
I have a hidden gun in my car in case someone tries to start a fight with me.
Make the purple bring the green in fuck the law
I sell drugs and make money, regardless of whether it's legal or not.
I'm oh so raw, I'm hot I'm sure
I am extremely talented and popular and I know it for sure.
I'm like the coolest motherfucker around the globe boy
I am the most popular and coolest person in the world.
I set the club on fire I told ya
I have a lot of energy and can get people really excited and engaged.
I'm the general salute me soldier
I am the leader and everyone should respect and salute me as such.
Now work it out now, shorty work it out, work it out
Now dance and move your body, shorty, dance and move it.
I wanna see you, break it down
I want to watch you dance and perform.
Now back it up now, you know what I'm about
Now move your body backwards, you know what kind of person I am.
It's like a bank job I'm rentin' them out
It's like I'm robbing a bank by making money, and you're just helping me out.
Now work it out now, work it out, work it out
Now keep dancing and moving your body, over and over again.
Now work it out now, work it out, work it out
Now keep dancing and moving your body, over and over again.
Lyrics Β© Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Downtown Music Publishing, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CURTIS JAMES JACKSON, TYRONE FYFFE, ANDRE ROMELL YOUNG, Andre Young, Terence Abney
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@odurs
Its February 2024, let's see how many legends are listening to this incredible songπ
@dwfla4716
Estou ouvindo AGora l, aqui do brasil
@Nomercy-lo7fs
Me
@robert5384
lmao
@yannikid
My favorite song by 50 cent of all time
@omphemetsemaledu8801
Yey...
@boipieklife
Anybody 2024 listening to this ' Masterpiece' with 0 bank balance.
@RaghavendraRaghuRaghu81477
A message to the future generation. Don't let this song die.
@crackhousesehh6604
generations bro, i want people in year 2800 still pumping this
@briankeys5941
A message to the future generation. (cricket) (cricket). Oh this dudes just talking to himself, my bad. My guy, 50 is just a troll to the CURRENT generation, with ONE good STUDIO album, and will be nothing, to the future generation. Its track #458543, titled about money, with lyrics about money, and a fucking hook about money.... it aint that deep, esp during a US recession