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.
click clack pow officer down
50 Cent Lyrics
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My hood, there's no telling
What they do to you
Across the street from Lucifer
He's only tough who
Stupid nigga, you be using the blame
When the fif start to flame
You'll be losing your brain
And your boss is a bitch
He snitched on Levar
Junebug's a fucking flunky
I don't trust him, either
Eeney meeney miney mo
Catch a piggy by the toe
Click clack pow, officer down
Eeney meeney miney mo
Catch a piggy by the toe
Click clack pow, officer down
And your boss is a bitch
He snitched on Levar
Junebug's a fucking flunky
I don't trust him, either
On the block, knocking down
Taking shit getting real
In the block takin streets
Spin head for the hills
Now you talk that shit
But is you bout it dog
Respect the full rank, you ain't know lil dog
Eeney meeney miney mo
If you catch a piggie when you
Get it let it go
And get on down along the road
Eeney meeney miney mo eeney meeney miney mo
Aaah Officer down
The lyrics to 50 Cent's song "Click Clack Pow Officer Down" featuring Kardinal Offishall depict a gritty and violent reality in the hood. The opening lines "It's on now, nigga welcome to hell, my hood, there's no telling, what they do to you" convey a sense of danger and unpredictability in the neighborhood. The reference to Lucifer across the street suggests that the environment is almost demonic.
The lyrics continue with references to a person named Levar, implying betrayal and snitching. The line "Junebug's a fucking flunky, I don't trust him, either" further emphasizes the lack of trust and loyalty within this community. The repetitive chant of "Eeney meeney miney mo, catch a piggy by the toe, click clack pow, officer down" adds a sense of confrontation and rebellion against authority figures.
The song can be interpreted as a commentary on the harsh realities of inner-city life, where violence and crime are prevalent. It highlights the distrust of the police and the code of silence within these communities. It also portrays a sense of defiance and resistance against those who would oppress or betray.
Line by Line Meaning
It's on now, nigga welcome to hell
Prepare yourself, because you are about to experience a chaotic and dangerous situation.
My hood, there's no telling
In my neighborhood, anything can happen and it's unpredictable.
What they do to you
You should be aware of the harm that can be inflicted upon you.
Across the street from Lucifer
In close proximity to evil or dangerous individuals.
He's only tough who
Someone who acts bravely or violently may appear strong, but they are not truly strong.
Stupid nigga, you be using the blame
You foolishly try to shift the responsibility to others.
When the fif start to flame
When the firearm starts shooting and causing destruction.
You'll be losing your brain
You will suffer severe consequences or lose your sanity.
And your boss is a bitch
Your superior is a cowardly and untrustworthy person.
He snitched on Levar
He betrayed Levar by providing information about him to authorities.
Junebug's a fucking flunky
Junebug is a useless and unreliable person.
I don't trust him, either
I have no confidence in Junebug's trustworthiness.
Eeney meeney miney mo
A playful way of making a choice or selecting a target randomly.
Catch a piggy by the toe
Grab hold of an authoritative figure and hold them accountable.
Click clack pow, officer down
The sound of a gun firing and an officer being struck.
On the block, knocking down
Engaging in criminal activities and causing disruption in the neighborhood.
Taking shit getting real
Confrontations and conflicts are intensifying and becoming serious.
In the block takin streets
Asserting dominance and control over the territory.
Spin head for the hills
Flee or escape as quickly as possible.
Now you talk that shit
You boast and make bold claims.
But is you bout it dog
Are you truly capable of backing up your words?
Respect the full rank, you ain't know lil dog
Show proper respect and recognition for those who hold power, because you are insignificant.
Eeney meeney miney mo
A playful way of making a choice or selecting a target randomly.
If you catch a piggie when you
If you manage to capture an authoritative figure when
Get it let it go
Once you gain control, release your grip on them.
And get on down along the road
Continue your journey while leaving that situation behind.
Aaah Officer down
An expression of satisfaction or victory when an officer is taken down.
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@unlimitedviewspodcast2562
This whole movie was so ahead of its time. Probably best 50 cent movie he ever played in.
@DeeboWRLD
Course it is he literally played himself😭
@mellowrose9470
Check out (before I self destruct) that's another good movie
@Quando-
@Mellowrose94 yuh that movie good
@ducatarina8310
His Movie with Robert De Niro and Forest Wiriker is classic too
@clos1203
@@mellowrose9470 shit was underrated smh
@eleniagio6484
This scene will never get old. 👌🏼
@Bastercina
50 is the kind of guy that walks into your studio records a diss track on you and walks out
@DonTheking
Victor 😂😂
@attitudevines8589
search up the hit factory 50 got stabbed by murder inc