This page will contain discussion groups about 50 Cent, as they become available.50 Cent50 Cent50 Cent a.k.a. "Fifty" (frequently pronounced "Fiddy" using African American Vernacular English) (born Curtis Jackson on July 6, 1976 in New York City, New York), is a popular African American hip hop artist. Once almost unknown outside his hometown of Jamaica, Queens, he became the first artist signed to Eminem's record label Shady Records who was scouted before knowing Eminem. Eminem first encountered 50 Cent with MTV host Sway; Eminem apperently had not heard any of 50 Cent's performaces before seeing him in person. He appeared on the 8 Mile soundtrack with an accompanying song and video that immediately went into heavy rotation on BET, MTV, and radio stations across the country. In the opinion of many observers his continued success seems guaranteed by his large underground fanbase and the street credibility he has gained by appearing on almost every major mix tape sold in New York in the past few years. Interscope Records is very determined to sell 50 Cent as the "real deal", as the success of an artist in gangsta rap depends on his street credibility and reputation. In this respect 50 Cent has a clear advantage over almost every other mainstream rapper. His mother was killed in a drug deal, he was a drug dealer himself, he has been shot nine times (nine bullets in one single shootout, not nine seperate incidents as some believe), he overcame enormous disadvantage, and he built a large rap empire in New York City before ever signing a major record deal. First record dealsHe met up with Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC fame and was signed to his label JMJ. 50 Cent was intent on learning the rigors of producing palatable rap music: how to count bars, the basics of song structure and importance of good production. Despite learning all this, 50 saw that he wasn't going to get to where he wanted to go with JMJ, and left the label in search of someone who could help him achieve his dream of rap stardom. He teamed up with the all-star hip-hop production duo Track Masters who recognized 50 Cent's talent for incisive lyrics and signed him to Columbia Records in 1999. Although he looks back on this time with displeasure (his biography refers to it as being "locked up in the studio"), the 18 days spent in a studio in Upstate NY produced 36 tracks which later became his breakthrough album Power of the Dollar. Although never officially released, the album was heavily bootlegged, judged a classic by Blaze Magazine, and the humorous ode to robbing a slew of industry rappers (Jay-Z, Puff Daddy, DMX, various members of the Wu-Tang Clan, even Track Masters, and many more) was an instant hit for New York radio. 50 Cent and the future50 Cent is currently not on tour, and is preparing for his second major label release. Although originally planning on releasing a new album before the end of 2003, 50 has decided to push the album release back to February of 2005. "I was thinking of releasing the next album in November, but I'm gonna wait," 50 Cent said in April 2003. "Get Rich or Die Tryin' -- I don't think it will be over by then. I still got records I could shoot visuals for. I don't want to get ahead of myself." Also in the plans are the G-Unit album tentatively titled Locked and Loaded to be released in September or November of 2003. Despite G-Unit member Tony Yayo's imprisonment on weapons charges and prior warrants, he will appear on the CD courtesy of several old verses already laid down prior to his arrest. He guest starred on an episode of The Simpsons entitled, Pranksta Rap on February 13th, 2005. On March 3, 2005, 50 released with his highly anticipated album "The Massacre". It was originally entitled "Valentine's Day Massacre", but after the album was pushed from a February release date to March, 50 Cent thought the title was inappropriate. His latest hit is "Candy Shop". DiscographyOfficial CDs
NB: Power of the Dollar has not been officially released as 50 Cent was dropped from the label before it was issued. However, the CD was finished and is found circling on the Internet. Official DVDs
Underground Releases
MembersMembers of 50 Cent's G-Unit include: rappers Lloyd Banks (Christopher Lloyd), Young Buck (David Darnell Brown), and Tony Yayo (Melvin Benard). Newest members include R & B singer Olivia and west coast rapper Spider Loc. Beefs and ControversyAs of March 2, 2005, G-Unit member, The Game (Jayceon Taylor), is no longer associtated with the group. 50 Cent excised him from the group, citing The Game had been disloyal. The Game counters that he quit G-Unit before being kicked out. On March 9th, 2005, 50 Cent and The Game hold a press conference to announce their reconciliation. 50 Cent also launches a new Charitable Organziation called G-Unity, aimed at helping the less fortunate in the inner cities. Hit singles
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50 Cent also launches a new Charitable Organziation called G-Unity, aimed at helping the less fortunate in the inner cities. Animotion Web Site (http://www.animotionlive.com/). On March 9th, 2005, 50 Cent and The Game hold a press conference to announce their reconciliation. It was remade by The Azoic in 2004. The Game counters that he quit G-Unit before being kicked out. It is the theme song for Fashiontelevision. 50 Cent excised him from the group, citing The Game had been disloyal. Animotion's song Obsession has remained a popular piece of music since its inception. As of March 2, 2005, G-Unit member, The Game (Jayceon Taylor), is no longer associtated with the group. They reunited on February 8, 2001 in response to a request from KNRK in Portland, Oregon. Newest members include R & B singer Olivia and west coast rapper Spider Loc. In the midst of recording their third album, Animotion suddenly disbanded. Members of 50 Cent's G-Unit include: rappers Lloyd Banks (Christopher Lloyd), Young Buck (David Darnell Brown), and Tony Yayo (Melvin Benard). During 1986 and 1987 they toured extensively, appearing alongside performers such as Depeche Mode, Howard Jones, INXS, The Eurythmics, Simply Red, Phil Collins and Genesis. NB: Power of the Dollar has not been officially released as 50 Cent was dropped from the label before it was issued. However, the CD was finished and is found circling on the Internet. They signed a record deal with Polygram Records in 1984 and made 2 albums. His latest hit is "Candy Shop". They formed in 1983 from the remnants of a retro science fiction band called Red Zone. It was originally entitled "Valentine's Day Massacre", but after the album was pushed from a February release date to March, 50 Cent thought the title was inappropriate. Animotion is a 1980s pop band best known for the song Obsession. On March 3, 2005, 50 released with his highly anticipated album "The Massacre". Animotion [Rebound] (1998). He guest starred on an episode of The Simpsons entitled, Pranksta Rap on February 13th, 2005. Obsession: The Best of Animotion (1996). Despite G-Unit member Tony Yayo's imprisonment on weapons charges and prior warrants, he will appear on the CD courtesy of several old verses already laid down prior to his arrest. Strange Behaviour (Polygram Records 1986). I don't want to get ahead of myself." Also in the plans are the G-Unit album tentatively titled Locked and Loaded to be released in September or November of 2003. Animotion (Polygram Records 1984). I still got records I could shoot visuals for. Don Kirkpatrick. "Get Rich or Die Tryin' -- I don't think it will be over by then. Greg Smith. "I was thinking of releasing the next album in November, but I'm gonna wait," 50 Cent said in April 2003. Charles Ottavio. Although originally planning on releasing a new album before the end of 2003, 50 has decided to push the album release back to February of 2005. Bill Wadhams. 50 Cent is currently not on tour, and is preparing for his second major label release. Astrid Plane. Although he looks back on this time with displeasure (his biography refers to it as being "locked up in the studio"), the 18 days spent in a studio in Upstate NY produced 36 tracks which later became his breakthrough album Power of the Dollar. Although never officially released, the album was heavily bootlegged, judged a classic by Blaze Magazine, and the humorous ode to robbing a slew of industry rappers (Jay-Z, Puff Daddy, DMX, various members of the Wu-Tang Clan, even Track Masters, and many more) was an instant hit for New York radio. He teamed up with the all-star hip-hop production duo Track Masters who recognized 50 Cent's talent for incisive lyrics and signed him to Columbia Records in 1999. Despite learning all this, 50 saw that he wasn't going to get to where he wanted to go with JMJ, and left the label in search of someone who could help him achieve his dream of rap stardom. 50 Cent was intent on learning the rigors of producing palatable rap music: how to count bars, the basics of song structure and importance of good production. He met up with Jam Master Jay of Run-DMC fame and was signed to his label JMJ. His mother was killed in a drug deal, he was a drug dealer himself, he has been shot nine times (nine bullets in one single shootout, not nine seperate incidents as some believe), he overcame enormous disadvantage, and he built a large rap empire in New York City before ever signing a major record deal. In this respect 50 Cent has a clear advantage over almost every other mainstream rapper. Interscope Records is very determined to sell 50 Cent as the "real deal", as the success of an artist in gangsta rap depends on his street credibility and reputation. In the opinion of many observers his continued success seems guaranteed by his large underground fanbase and the street credibility he has gained by appearing on almost every major mix tape sold in New York in the past few years. He appeared on the 8 Mile soundtrack with an accompanying song and video that immediately went into heavy rotation on BET, MTV, and radio stations across the country. Eminem first encountered 50 Cent with MTV host Sway; Eminem apperently had not heard any of 50 Cent's performaces before seeing him in person. Once almost unknown outside his hometown of Jamaica, Queens, he became the first artist signed to Eminem's record label Shady Records who was scouted before knowing Eminem. "Fifty" (frequently pronounced "Fiddy" using African American Vernacular English) (born Curtis Jackson on July 6, 1976 in New York City, New York), is a popular African American hip hop artist. 50 Cent a.k.a. 50 Cent) #14 US. 2005 "Hate It Or Love It" (The Game feat. Olivia) #1 US. 2005 "Candy Shop" (feat. 2004 "Disco Inferno" #5 US. 50 Cent) #4 US; #5 UK (2005 release). 2004 "How We Do" (The Game feat. Dre & 50 Cent) #25 US. Dr. 2004 "Encore" (Eminem feat. 50 Cent) #93 US. 2004 "Westside Story" (The Game feat. 2003 "If I Can't" #76 US; #10 UK ("Them Thangs" with G-Unit is also included in the UK, 2004 release). 2003 "P.I.M.P." #3 US; #5 UK. 50 Cent) #2 US. 2003 "Magic Stick" (Lil' Kim feat. 2003 "21 Questions" (featuring Nate Dogg) #1 US; #6 UK. 2003 "In Da Club" #1 US; #3 UK. 2002 "Wanksta" #13 US. 50 Cent is the Future (Released: June 2002). God's Plan (2002). No Mercy, No Fear (Released: August 2002). Fiddy The Hottest Nigga (Released: November 2003). Guess Who's Back Again? (2004). Before the Massacre (March 2005). The New Breed DVD/CD (Released: April 2003) US #2. Power of the Dollar (Released: 1999). Get Rich or Die Tryin' (Released: February 2003) US #1, UK #2. The Massacre (Released: March 2005) US #1, UK #1. |