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.
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50 Cent Lyrics
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(Do you think about me)
(Do you think about me)
You think about money when you think about me huh,
That's what my ex, my ex you don't want to be her,
She used to have the beemer, now she own a sneaker,
I had her eating lobster now she eating pizza,
Shorty stay fly that's why I keep her,
Round like the reefer, brown Mona Lisa,
She good if I leave her she got her own visa,
Think about them when you about frontin'
Think about stuntin' when you think about me,
I'm the boss Bentley or the Porsche,
Overseas, see jet skis slide across,
I love the way you dress,
Now take it off,
Put your legs high on my shoulders of course,
I'm racing through your mind but you already lost,
I'm at the finish line and your the friend of mine,
Come on lets ride
Just a lil' bit
Every now and then
God damn girl, we used to be friends
Just a lil' bit
Just a lil' bit
Just a lil' bit
Just a lil' bit
I think like a hustler,
I'm thinking bout a shipment,
She thinking I'm her husband,
So she thinking bout commitment,
Its like Paul McCartney stuck in my head,
Fell in love with a bitch walked away with one leg,
She ain't even have to run to get away with the bread,
That's some fucked up shit
Think about that kid,
I'm thinking what this bitch thinking when she take me to court,
I pay my child support, what the fuck she want,
This relationship, shit its too much for me,
I wanna fuck your friends and live comfortably
She wanna shine and blow minds on shopping sprees,
She should have what she wants just not for me,
I'm thinking bout my future she part of my past,
She don't care bout me she just want some cash,
I'm thinking damn girl, we used to be friends,
How did sh-t become all about ends
Just a lil' bit
Every now and then
God damn girl, we used to be friends
Just a lil' bit
Just a lil' bit
Just a lil' bit
Just a lil' bit
Do you think about me?
(Do you think about me?)
I know you think about me,
(You gotta remember all the good times we had)
Just a lil' bit
Just a lil' bit
Just a lil' bit
Do you think about me?
(Remember when you told me,
That I would always be special to you darling)
I know you think about me,
You were so special to me
Do you think about me?
In 50 Cent's song "Do You Think About Me," the rapper reflects on his past relationships and the impact he made on his exes. He asserts that when people think of him, they immediately associate him with wealth and money, which is what caused problems in his previous relationships. In particular, he references an ex-girlfriend called Keisha, who used to enjoy luxurious meals with him but is now reduced to eating pizza. The song also shows the rapper's view of commitment; he doesn't want it and would rather enjoy life without complications. He reminisces about his past lover, with whom he was once friends, before their relationship got complicated. He acknowledges that he was not innocent in the demise of their friendship/relationship, but he also feels like his ex-girlfriend only wants him for his money.
The song has a catchy melody and a smooth flow, but its lyrics showcase a darker side of love that is often overlooked in popular music. It highlights the materialistic nature of many past relationships and shows how wealth can often become a significant factor determining the success or failure of a relationship.
Line by Line Meaning
You think about money when you think about me huh,
You associate me with wealth and financial success.
That's what my ex, my ex you don't want to be her,
My former partner, whose life turned out worse after our relationship, is not someone you want to emulate.
She used to have the beemer, now she own a sneaker,
Once, she owned a luxury car; now she can barely afford a pair of sneakers.
I had her eating lobster now she eating pizza,
I used to treat her to the finest of foods but now she can only afford cheap, fast food.
I think about Easter when I think about Keyshia,
When thinking of a holiday, I associate it with spending time with Keyshia.
Shorty stay fly that's why I keep her,
She looks good and is always fashionable; that's why I keep her by my side.
Round like the reefer, brown Mona Lisa,
She has a curvy figure, like a well-rolled joint, and is beautiful like the Mona Lisa painting.
She good if I leave her she got her own visa,
She is self-sufficient and has her own visa if I choose to leave her.
Think about them when you about frontin'
I am thinking of my enemies when I am showing off or pretending to be someone I'm not.
Think about stuntin' when you think about me,
When you associate me with anything, it should be about me showing off or doing something impressive.
I'm the boss Bentley or the Porsche,
I am a powerful figure who owns luxury cars like the Bentley or Porsche.
Overseas, see jet skis slide across,
I am able to travel overseas and ride jet skis with ease.
I love the way you dress,
I admire and enjoy the way you dress.
Now take it off,
Now remove your clothing.
Put your legs high on my shoulders of course,
Let's engage in a sexual position in which your legs are on my shoulders.
I'm racing through your mind but you already lost,
I am occupying your thoughts but you have already lost control.
I'm at the finish line and your the friend of mine,
I have already succeeded, and you are merely a friend.
Come on lets ride
Let's go out and enjoy a ride together.
Just a lil' bit
Only a small amount.
Every now and then
Occasionally.
God damn girl, we used to be friends
It is surprising that we were once friends.
I think like a hustler,
I think strategically, like a hustler would.
I'm thinking bout a shipment,
I'm thinking about a shipment of goods or money.
She thinking I'm her husband,
She believes that I am committed to her as a husband would be.
So she thinking bout commitment,
She is thinking about our relationship and whether we should be committed to each other.
Its like Paul McCartney stuck in my head,
I can't get this person out of my mind, like a song stuck in my head.
Fell in love with a bitch walked away with one leg,
I fell in love with a woman, but she took advantage of me and left me with nothing.
She ain't even have to run to get away with the bread,
She didn't even have to run away to get all the money.
That's some fucked up shit
That situation is really messed up.
Think about that kid,
Consider the impact that situation would have on a child if there were one involved.
I'm thinking what this bitch thinking when she take me to court,
I'm wondering what this woman is thinking by taking me to court.
I pay my child support, what the fuck she want,
I am fulfilling my responsibility of paying child support, so what more does she want?
This relationship, shit its too much for me,
This relationship is too demanding or difficult for me to handle.
I wanna fuck your friends and live comfortably
I want to have sex with your friends and live a life of luxury and ease.
She wanna shine and blow minds on shopping sprees,
She wants to impress people with her extravagant shopping trips.
She should have what she wants just not for me,
She can have the things she wants, just not with me.
I'm thinking bout my future she part of my past,
I am focusing on my future, and she is a part of my past.
She don't care bout me she just want some cash,
She doesn't care about me; she just wants money.
I'm thinking damn girl, we used to be friends,
It's sad to realize that we used to be friends.
How did sh-t become all about ends
How did our relationship become solely about money?
Do you think about me?
Do you ever think about me?
I know you think about me,
I am aware that you think about me.
(You gotta remember all the good times we had)
(Remember all the positive memories we shared.)
Do you think about me?
Do you ever think about me?
(Remember when you told me,
(Do you recall when you said to me)
That I would always be special to you darling)
(That I was someone who would always hold a special place in your heart)
I know you think about me,
I am aware that you think about me.
You were so special to me
You were someone who held a special place in my heart.
Do you think about me?
Do you ever think about me?
Lyrics © Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: DANA STINSON, KATEEB M. MUHAMMAD, OTIS CHRISTOPHER, II GRAYSON, CURTIS JACKSON
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
The 9-5 Ranter
Can’t believe this song about 20 years old! Man… I remember back in 2003 I would put this in the hoopty and get ready for my night out. MEMORIES!!
Nathan Quinn
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You a legend
J. Beams
How was this not heard by so many "50 fans"? Lol one of my favorite tracks, been bumping it since back then and still til this day 💯
Keyal Thomas
Bro no lie even my friends could tell u I’m one of 50’s biggest fans and last week was the first time I stumbled upon this 🔥🔥🔥
J. Beams
@Keyal Thomas that's crazy lol hopefully you got to bump 'Da Repercussions' at least?
Keyal Thomas
@J. Beams yeah yeah I'm in the majority that's why I found it crazy that I didn't know this one, now I'm playing it everyday 🤣🤣🤣
J. Beams
@Keyal Thomas 😂 💯 better late than never
Keyal Thomas
@J. Beams facts g
Welther Marmol
Just heard someone driving past my house beating this and I said “oh that’s a classic” then grabbed my phone and here I am lol