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.
Twisted
50 Cent Lyrics
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You don't know what you're in for
We get the party rockin', bottles poppin'
Tonight we gon' turn up 'till we twisted, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
System thumpin', the club is jumpin'
Tonight we gon' turn up 'till we twisted, yeah
Let's toast to success and take it a little higher
May tomorrow bring you everything your heart desires
Let your drive and ambition offer you new visions
May your gut-instinct help you make good decisions
This is more than Champagne, this is more than just a glass
This is a symbol of accomplishment we rarely ever had
Let's enjoy tonight like tonight's our last
We can focus on the future and reflect on the past
We done came so far, I mean, look where we are
If they don't call us by name they call us entrepreneurs
From the block to the board room, the hood to the high life
Skyscraper paper, baby, life in the limelight
Want the best of the best, the top of the top
I mean the baddest bitch, you know, the cream of the crop
We gotta hustle and have it, we better than average
More like the elite, my nigga, we gotta eat
Get the party rockin', bottles poppin'
Tonight we gon' turn up 'till we twisted, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
System thumpin', the club is jumpin'
Tonight we gon' turn up 'till we twisted, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
What was once a strike against us has become an advantage
'Cause we grind when we at it like we stone-cold addicts
That mastermind, the mental is oh so essential
Product of the environment, they ain't been what we've been through
I'm fond of the phrase "If there's a will, there's a way"
'Cause we come from the parts where only killas could play
Southside, it's alright, ghetto's my Alma Mater huh? It's alright
We could keep the party jumpin' like this all night
The bottles, just keep 'em coming, baby, let's get right
Let's get it on, play a little Marvin
It's gettin' hot in here, homie, this could be a problem
Keni Burke style, let's keep rising to the top
Let's do it, do it big and let the fuckin' haters watch, oh yeah
This is perfect, this a moment to remember
As we proceed on our money getting agenda
Get the party rockin', bottles poppin'
Tonight we gon' turn up 'till we twisted, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
System thumpin', the club is jumpin'
Tonight we gon' turn up 'till we twisted, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
In 50 Cent's song "Twisted," he begins by warning listeners that they don't know what they're getting themselves into. The party is just getting started and the bottles are about to start popping. The lyrics are about living your best life and enjoying the moment. 50 Cent toasts to success and hope for a bright future. He talks about how far he has come from his humble beginnings in the hood to now being an entrepreneur with a life in the limelight. The bridge talks about how the struggles and hardships they've faced have now become an advantage because they are able to grind and hustle for their success.
The chorus of the song repeats the phrase "Get the party rockin', bottles poppin', tonight we gon' turn up 'till we twisted, yeah, yeah, yeah." The song encourages listeners to forget their troubles and let loose on the dance floor. The lyrics even reference Marvin Gaye's "Let's Get it On" and express how the party is heating up and becoming a problem. The song is about having fun and embracing the moment, while striving for success and living life to the fullest.
Line by Line Meaning
Here's a little info, you should know
Let me present some information you should be aware of
You don't know what you're in for
You are not aware of what you have gotten yourself into
We get the party rockin', bottles poppin'
We commence the party by getting everyone enthusiastic and opening booze bottles
Tonight we gon' turn up 'till we twisted, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
We will take this night to unrestrained heights until we are really drunk and out of control
System thumpin', the club is jumpin'
The sound system is blasting, and the club is crowded and lively
Let's toast to success and take it a little higher
Let's celebrate our achievements by raising a toast and aim for even greater accomplishments
May tomorrow bring you everything your heart desires
May your wishes come true tomorrow
Let your drive and ambition offer you new visions
May your hunger for success present you new opportunities
May your gut-instinct help you make good decisions
May your intuition assist you in making wise choices
This is more than Champagne, this is more than just a glass
This drink signifies much more than Champagne, a mere alcoholic drink
This is a symbol of accomplishment we rarely ever had
This drink represents a level of achievement that we have seldom experienced
Let's enjoy tonight like tonight's our last
Let's make the most of tonight as it is the last night
We can focus on the future and reflect on the past
We can plan for the future while taking time to think about the past
We done came so far, I mean, look where we are
We have achieved so much, just look at where we are now
If they don't call us by name they call us entrepreneurs
If people don't recognize us by our names, they label us as successful business people
From the block to the board room, the hood to the high life
We have come a long way from our humble beginnings to the successful lifestyle we live now
Skyscraper paper, baby, life in the limelight
We have made an enormous amount of money and enjoy the luxurious lifestyle
Want the best of the best, the top of the top
We aspire for only the finest, the most excellent possibilites
I mean the baddest bitch, you know, the cream of the crop
We desire the most beautiful lady, the one who is of the highest quality
We gotta hustle and have it, we better than average
We need to work hard, maintain our desirable lifestyle, and stand out from the crowd
More like the elite, my nigga, we gotta eat
We are the upper class and have opportunities to advance further
What was once a strike against us has become an advantage
What used to hold us back now propels us forward
'Cause we grind when we at it like we stone-cold addicts
We work hard to achieve our goals, and it's our obsession
That mastermind, the mental is oh so essential
Being incredibly intelligent and determined is crucial to becoming prosperous
Product of the environment, they ain't been what we've been through
Our tough upbringing has helped us to become strong and successful, something that others cannot understand
I'm fond of the phrase "If there's a will, there's a way"
I like the saying, 'if you are determined, it's possible to achieve anything.'
'Cause we come from the parts where only killas could play
We come from a place where it's tough to live, and only the strong survive
Southside, it's alright, ghetto's my Alma Mater huh? It's alright
Growing up in a rough neighborhood is where I learned my most significant lessons, and I wouldn't have it any other way
We could keep the party jumpin' like this all night
We can keep the party going until sunrise with this same vibe and energy
The bottles, just keep 'em coming, baby, let's get right
Bring more alcohol, let's get blasted and lose control
Let's get it on, play a little Marvin
Let's get close to each other and listen to Marvin Gaye music
It's gettin' hot in here, homie, this could be a problem
It's getting too heated in here, my friend, and it might cause trouble
Keni Burke style, let's keep rising to the top
Let's keep climbing higher and higher, like Keni Burke song.
Let's do it, do it big and let the fuckin' haters watch, oh yeah
Let's succeed grandly and show the haters by looking at all our success
This is perfect, this a moment to remember
This occasion is flawless and one we will never forget
As we proceed on our money getting agenda
As we continue our mission to make more money
Get the party rockin', bottles poppin'
We start the party by getting everyone in the mood and opening booze bottles
Tonight we gon' turn up 'till we twisted, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
We will escalate this party until we are out of control and intoxicated
System thumpin', the club is jumpin'
The music is blasting from the sound system, and the club is filled with people having a great time
Tonight we gon' turn up 'till we twisted, yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah
We are going to party so hard tonight until we are beyond drunk and wild
Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Universal Music Publishing Group, Royalty Network, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: DARRELL R BROWN, DENNIS MATKOSKY, RANDY JACKSON, RICKY JACKSON, DARRELL BROWN
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@JamaicanVillan
Will never understand why this never blew up the way it should have! Dope ass song!
@Sci-Fi-Punisher
trueeee
@flamingcheeto6007
Yeeeah 4 real though
@JamaicanVillan
Meanwhile, garbage like "Lifestyle" did. smh
@Webbie8154
RIGHT!
@TharsanJeyachandran
it would of in 2004.
@mariasaiz19
This song makes me want to work harder then I already do
@KILLABOOBS
🎯
@angelosmith7215
Maŕia Saiz I was thinking and feeling the same way Love.
@clr2991
@ Maria Saiz, hope you’re still grindin’ it out. Likewise for me.