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50 X 50: 50 Cent in His Own Words
Rap superstar and New York Times bestselling author 50 Cent is back to tell his own story in this stunning memoir that comes with a CD and never before seen photos.
"When I look at these pictures and think about my days growing up on the south side of Queens, they're such distant memories that sometimes it feels like a movie I watched...But all those things add up to me being who I am - being 50 Cent."
50 x 50 is a provocative look inside the mind of 50 Cent.
Through candid, raw personal essays and rare family photos, this compelling book tells the story of a man who rose from a life of hardcore hustling to one of unrivaled success not just in the music industry, but in the entertainment and commercial world beyond.
Inside this full-color, illustrated autobiography, you'll find pieces of memorabilia from 50 Cent's life - handwritten song lyrics, mixtape covers, stage passes, and more - making 50 x 50 a powerful interactive experience. From the first written word to the final hook, 50 x 50 delivers all the
"When I look at these pictures and think about my days growing up on the south side of Queens, they're such distant memories that sometimes it feels like a movie I watched...But all those things add up to me being who I am - being 50 Cent."
50 x 50 is a provocative look inside the mind of 50 Cent.
Through candid, raw personal essays and rare family photos, this compelling book tells the story of a man who rose from a life of hardcore hustling to one of unrivaled success not just in the music industry, but in the entertainment and commercial world beyond.
Inside this full-color, illustrated autobiography, you'll find pieces of memorabilia from 50 Cent's life - handwritten song lyrics, mixtape covers, stage passes, and more - making 50 x 50 a powerful interactive experience. From the first written word to the final hook, 50 x 50 delivers all the
- GenresHip Hop
96 pages, Hardcover
First published October 2, 2007
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About the author
Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson
27 books668 followersAlso known as Curtis Jackson.
Curtis James Jackson III (born July 6, 1975), known professionally as "50 Cent," is an American rapper, songwriter, television producer, actor, and entrepreneur. Known for his impact in the hip hop industry, he has been described as a "master of the nuanced art of lyrical brevity".
Born in the South Jamaica neighborhood of Queens, Jackson began selling drugs at age 12 during the 1980s crack epidemic. He later began pursuing a musical career and in 2000 he produced Power of the Dollar for Columbia Records, but days before the planned release he was shot and the album was never released. In 2002, after Jackson released the compilation album Guess Who's Back?, he was discovered by Eminem and signed to Shady Records, under the aegis of Dr. Dre's Aftermath Entertainment and Interscope Records.
With the aid of Eminem and Dr. Dre (who produced his first major-label album Get Rich or Die Tryin'), Jackson became one of the world's best selling rappers and rose to prominence with East Coast hip hop grou
Curtis James Jackson III (born July 6, 1975), known professionally as "50 Cent," is an American rapper, songwriter, television producer, actor, and entrepreneur. Known for his impact in the hip hop industry, he has been described as a "master of the nuanced art of lyrical brevity".
Born in the South Jamaica neighborhood of Queens, Jackson began selling drugs at age 12 during the 1980s crack epidemic. He later began pursuing a musical career and in 2000 he produced Power of the Dollar for Columbia Records, but days before the planned release he was shot and the album was never released. In 2002, after Jackson released the compilation album Guess Who's Back?, he was discovered by Eminem and signed to Shady Records, under the aegis of Dr. Dre's Aftermath Entertainment and Interscope Records.
With the aid of Eminem and Dr. Dre (who produced his first major-label album Get Rich or Die Tryin'), Jackson became one of the world's best selling rappers and rose to prominence with East Coast hip hop grou
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September 15, 2021
I listened on audio and found repetitive - I almost thought I had downloaded it incorrectly because I felt like it dwelt on the same thing over and over. A relevant person for sure with a great story - just not well told.
April 7, 2014
The package itself is very nice, the care put into it is great. The extra song, Puppy Love, is pretty cool, but unfortunately it's the clean edit. I really enjoyed From Pieces To Weight, but in this book 50 really shit me with his superior attitude.
"Honestly, I'm shocked sometimes that I have never let my emotions dictate my actions. Every decision I've made has come from reason, and that's why I've been able to out-maneuver my so-called "competition.""
Imagine a whole book of that, basically. & pictures of 50 wearing an army vest & helmet giving a tired, pissed off look.
"Honestly, I'm shocked sometimes that I have never let my emotions dictate my actions. Every decision I've made has come from reason, and that's why I've been able to out-maneuver my so-called "competition.""
Imagine a whole book of that, basically. & pictures of 50 wearing an army vest & helmet giving a tired, pissed off look.
January 19, 2009
Not that great. This book is essentially the "cliff notes" version of Pieces to Weight.
February 26, 2014
Cool book, I bought it so I could get the cd, great item for collectors.
April 3, 2015
i really enjoyed this book... it explained everything about 50 cent
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