G-Unit was founded shortly after 50 Cent left Columbia Records. The original members were: 50 Cent, Bang Em Smurf, Domination, Lloyd Banks, Sha Money XL & Tony Yayo. These rappers collectively established the group as a whole in 2000; however, after Yayo got a prison sentence 50 Cent signed Young Buck and along with himself and Banks became the three faces of G-Unit. Smurf and Domination left the group due to some problems with the General, 50 Cent.
After being shot, 50 Cent signed to Interscope Records. Due to the success of his commercial debut album, Get Rich or Die Tryin', he was granted his own record label. This was when 50 and Sha Money XL founded G-Unit Records.
The group continued to work hard and released several mixtape series which earned them a lot of attention in the rap industry. The most prominent of these being 50 Cent Is the Future, God's Plan, No Mercy, No Fear and Automatic Gunfire. G-Unit have also started a mixtape series with their DJ, DJ Whoo Kid, called G-Unit Radio.
These mixtapes gave them a gigantic buzz throughout New York City, which eventually led to 50's first solo album Get Rich or Die Tryin' selling over 12 million copies.
Before the group had a chance to record its debut album, Tony Yayo was sentenced to prison for a gun-possession charge as well as bail-jumping. During Tony Yayo's prison sentence, the group signed Nashville rapper, Young Buck. They continued their activity, working on yet more mixtape recordings. In particular, their 'G-Unit Remix' to 50 Cent's "P.I.M.P." was successful.
During Tony Yayo's prison sentence, G-Unit recorded their debut album, Beg for Mercy. The album was quickly released on November 14, 2003 to combat bootlegging and had significant commercial success. Tony Yayo made only two appearances on the album, both on songs that were recorded before his arrest. The album peaked at #2 on the Billboard charts and sold over 4 million units.
50 Cent later went on to sign The Game, Mobb Deep, M.O.P., Olivia, Spider Loc andMase. The Game was asked to be put in the group by Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine. 50 Cent agreed, and gave 7 of his records which was supposed to go on his second LP The Massacre. After The Game went on the radio and said that he had no problems with some rappers 50 Cent had issues with, 50 felt that Game was disloyal and kicked him out of the group, which lead to the infamous G-Unit vs. The Game/Black Wallstreet meet and beat off.
MTV Intro
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Announcer: MTV News on MTV 2
Gideon Yego: Hi I'm Gideon Yego with MTV news. 4 weeks strong at number one and the Eminem Show is still outperforming almost every other record released this year. One shady fellow not included on the dvd but who we're sure to see a lot of this year, is the newest soldier of Eminem and Dr. Dre's Shady/Aftermath army, 50 Cent. 50 Cent is a highly touted acid tounged queens rapper, a staple on New York City's mixtape circuit. He's already in the studio working on his upcoming album with tracks produced by Dr. Dre, Shaw Money, and Eminem himself. Get Psyched... that is the news now.
The MTV Intro of G-Unit is a brief news report on the success of Eminem's album The Eminem Show and the introduction of 50 Cent as the newest member of the Shady/Aftermath music label. The lyrics are spoken by various people, including an announcer from MTV 2 and Gideon Yego, a MTV News reporter. The report highlights the popularity of The Eminem Show as it continues to outperform most other records of the year. Additionally, it introduces 50 Cent as a new artist who has already gained popularity within New York City's mixtape circuit.
50 Cent's reputation as a "highly touted acid-tongued Queens rapper" is emphasized, suggesting that he is known for his clever and sarcastic lyrics. The report states that he is working on his upcoming album, which will include tracks produced by Dr. Dre, Shaw Money, and Eminem himself. The MTV Intro serves as an introduction to both 50 Cent and G-Unit, establishing them as up and coming artists associated with the rap legends Dr. Dre and Eminem.
Overall, the MTV Intro is a brief glimpse into the world of rap music in the early 2000s, showcasing the success of established artists like Eminem and introducing new artists like 50 Cent to the scene. It highlights the influence and reach of MTV and its role in shaping popular culture.
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50 Cent: G-UNIT
The rapper known as 50 Cent is affiliated with G-Unit.
Announcer: MTV News on MTV 2
This is an announcement that the following segment is from MTV News on MTV 2.
Gideon Yego: Hi I'm Gideon Yego with MTV news.
The singer, Gideon Yego, is introducing himself as a reporter for MTV News.
4 weeks strong at number one and the Eminem Show is still outperforming almost every other record released this year.
The album 'The Eminem Show' has been at the top of charts for four weeks and is doing better than almost all other albums released this year.
One shady fellow not included on the dvd but who we're sure to see a lot of this year, is the newest soldier of Eminem and Dr. Dre's Shady/Aftermath army, 50 Cent.
There is a new artist named 50 Cent who is signed to both Eminem and Dr. Dre's record labels. He was not featured on a certain DVD, but the artist is confident that he will be a prominent figure this year.
50 Cent is a highly touted acid tounged queens rapper, a staple on New York City's mixtape circuit.
50 Cent is a well-regarded rapper known for his sharp lyrics and from Queens, New York. He is a regular on the city's mixtape scene.
He's already in the studio working on his upcoming album with tracks produced by Dr. Dre, Shaw Money, and Eminem himself.
50 Cent is currently recording his next album, which will feature production from Dr. Dre, Shaw Money, and Eminem.
Get Psyched... that is the news now.
The news segment is concluding with an exhortation to get excited about the upcoming projects of 50 Cent and the other mentioned artists.
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Omar
I don't think cat understand the magnitude of this mixtape. This changed the entire landscape of hiphop especially on the east cost. Everyone started using this same blueprint 50 started.
Chris B
I think LOX and D-Block did it first,dropping mixtape after mixtape,disses!
RoLlinstone Moula
โ@Chris B they wasnt on rappin on other ppl beats like 50
Timothy Bowles
Fact when he came out shit changed for the better๐ฏ
Logan Davis
I like that shit
Davone Addis3
BIRD GANG
Davone Addis3
DIPSET DIPSET DIPSET
Gikash
Noma sana
Logan Davis
I know right