G-Unit, an abbreviation for Gorilla Unit, is a rap group founded by 50 Cent… Read Full Bio ↴G-Unit, an abbreviation for Gorilla Unit, is a rap group founded by 50 Cent. The group first garnered a following in the underground New York scene by independently releasing several mixtapes. The group's founder, Queens-based rapper 50 Cent, officially brought the group mainstream success by establishing it as a division at Interscope Records. Since signing to the label, G-Unit's members have released solo albums.

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.

Whoo Kid
G-Unit Lyrics

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[50 Cent talking]
[Hook]
You want beef wit me? take a number, and get in line
You bump heads wit me? I pop ya top off wit the nine
You mad at me? Shit cause you can't shine
You ain't gettin' yours? that's fucked up cause I'm gettin' mine

[50 Cent]

I got a M1 in my hand, I'm feelin' to start killin' shit
I'm not the nation's new Malcolm X, but I'm militant
What, I'm supposed to be scared cause you got a big chest?
My four fifth will lift you and your motherfuckin' bench press
Why you screamin' war senseless, I'm tryin' to spaz
Swing my knife, tore break it off in yo ass
Niggas get hugged up in the huddle, I know how to clear 'em out
Four fifth, four shots, that'll fuckin' air 'em out
In the hood niggas love me cause I keep it real
G-Unit niggas, they gon' always make bail
Whether it's two G's or twenty G's
Whether or not wit two pieces or two keys
Bitch please, get on ya knees you can lick these balls
I'm not that nigga that you striptease for
You gotta a problem or anger nigga to call
Cause I'm out like a pimp and a trick, bitch!

[Hook]
You want beef wit me? take a number, get in line
You bump heads wit me? I pop ya top off wit the nine
You mad at me? Shit cause you can't shine
You ain't get yours? That's fucked up cause I'm gettin' mine

[50 Cent talks till end]

Overall Meaning

In the song Whoo Kid by G-Unit, 50 Cent introduces himself as a fearless and dangerous rapper who won't hesitate to use his firepower to eliminate anyone who tries to mess with him. He tells his opponents to take a number and get in line if they want to start a beef with him, and warns them that he can pop their top off with his nine if they bump heads with him. He proclaims that he's not scared of anyone just because they have a big chest and that he's militant like Malcolm X. He adds that his four fifth will lift anyone and their bench press. He even goes as far as saying that he'll swing his knife and break it off in an opponent's ass, and use his four shots to air them out.

50 Cent also talks about his street credibility and how the hood loves him because he keeps it real. He notes that G-Unit niggas will always make bail whether it's two G's or twenty G's, two pieces, or two keys. He then disses those who try to flirt with him by asking them to get on their knees and lick his balls. He sets the record straight by informing them that he's not that kind of guy they can strip for, and that they should call him if they have a problem or anger issues. He ends the song by saying that he's out like a pimp and a trick.

Line by Line Meaning

You want beef wit me? take a number, and get in line
If you have an issue with me, then you're not the first one waiting in a long line.

You bump heads wit me? I pop ya top off wit the nine
If you cross me then I will retaliate with my weapons until you're no longer a threat.

You mad at me? Shit cause you can't shine
If you are unhappy with me, it is because I am shining brighter than you and you can't handle it.

You ain't gettin' yours? that's fucked up cause I'm gettin' mine
If you're not achieving your goals, it's unfortunate, but I am successfully achieving mine.

I got a M1 in my hand, I'm feelin' to start killin' shit
I am armed and dangerous and ready to take down anyone who crosses me.

I'm not the nation's new Malcolm X, but I'm militant
I may not be a civil rights leader, but I am an advocate for my community and will defend it militantly.

What, I'm supposed to be scared cause you got a big chest?
Just because you have a large chest, it doesn't intimidate me.

My four fifth will lift you and your motherfuckin' bench press
My firearm is capable of ending your life and even your workout session.

Why you screamin' war senseless, I'm tryin' to spaz
Why are you starting meaningless conflicts when I am trying to unleash my full potential on you.

Swing my knife, tore break it off in yo ass
If I have to, I am willing to use my knife to inflict severe damage on you.

Niggas get hugged up in the huddle, I know how to clear 'em out
People may gather together and talk, but I know how to disperse them and take control of the situation.

Four fifth, four shots, that'll fuckin' air 'em out
With my four fifth firearm and four shots, I can eliminate the opposition and clear the area.

In the hood niggas love me cause I keep it real
People in my community appreciate me because I am genuine and authentic.

G-Unit niggas, they gon' always make bail
My associates in G-Unit are able to post bail when necessary and will always have my back.

Whether it's two G's or twenty G's
We can post bail regardless of the amount required; it could be a low amount or a high amount.

Whether or not wit two pieces or two keys
Regardless of whether we have two firearms or two kilograms of drugs, we can handle any situation.

Bitch please, get on ya knees you can lick these balls
I have no interest in letting someone else take control and will not be providing that kind of pleasure.

I'm not that nigga that you striptease for
I don't buy into the idea of someone stripping for entertainment, and I will not participate.

You gotta a problem or anger nigga to call
If you have a problem or are angry, you can reach out to someone else for help.

Cause I'm out like a pimp and a trick, bitch!
Just like a pimp or a trick, I am always moving and progressing, and won't let anyone slow me down.

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