50 Cent talks about Eminem, Nicki Minaj, New Music and more in a new interview.
50 Cent’s new executive-produced show “Surviving El Chapo: The Twins Who Brought Down a Drug Lord” has released on the iHeartRadio app and other platforms on October 19, and the rapper made an appearance on Hot 97’s Ebro in the Morning show for a new interview.
In the interview, Fifty discussed his success in mixtapes, Nicki Minaj & Latto’s back and forth, Kanye West’s latest actions, past beef with Fat Joe & Murder Inc’s and more. The rapper was also asked about Eminem’s legacy as the Detroit rapper turned 50 this week.
“With Em’s birthday just yesterday… I don’t think we give him the credit he deserves culturally. In order for people to embrace something, they have to see where they fit in. Who would be upset when the white guy comes and is selling the most records in hip-hop culture? (Still, to this day, the highest-selling rap artist.) Maybe, NWA, with their attitudes, would be upset with the idea of the white guy coming and selling all the records. So, Jimmy is a genius for putting Em with Dre.”
“I think a part of Eminem’s legacy is the growth of our culture,” he said. “People wouldn’t buy it if they didn’t see what they fit into it. When he comes and he’s there and he’s a legitimate artist because of his journey. When you look at 8 mile, you’re seeing a black story with a white lead right. You see in poverty, you see him under circumstances. Look at his friends, proof, D12, he’s a real hip-hop guy.”
50 Cent was one of the close friends who acknowledged the Shady Records boss on his 50th born day. “Happy birthday to my boy @eminem i love you, i’m wishing you many more God bless. I’m gonna come see you when i get done touring,” wrote 50.
Happy birthday to my boy @eminem i love you,i’m wishing you many more God bless.I’m gonna come see you when i get done touring • https://t.co/jnbpt4VX0B pic.twitter.com/2vUXhBtFIl
— 50cent (@50cent) October 18, 2022
