50 Cent's rise to fame in the early 2000s was marked by a tumultuous past, including surviving a life-threatening shooting in 2000 and struggling with mainstream success. Despite facing backlash for his shift towards pop-rap, his music resonated with audiences due to his catchy hooks and gritty storytelling. Alongside his crew G-Unit, he achieved international success with platinum-selling albums and sell-out tours. However, as his fame overshadowed his music, 50 Cent faced challenges with credibility and commercial performance in subsequent years.

Born and raised in Queens, New York, 50 Cent's early life was marred by a broken home and involvement in hustling. After surviving a shooting and subsequent setbacks, he found success in the music industry through mixtapes and collaborations with notable producers like Eminem and Dr. Dre. Despite his initial commercial triumphs, 50 Cent's later albums faced mixed reception, leading to feuds and declining sales. Departing from his label in 2012, he released Animal Ambition and ventured into television production with the crime drama Power, but financial struggles and bankruptcy followed in the years that ensued.