This former crack dealer from Queens began his career with "How to Rob," which skewered quite a few big name emcees.
50's gone on to spar with numerous rappers and get shot nine times (including once in the jaw).
He began a beef with Kanye West in 2006, when 50 lashed out at Kanye for criticizing George Bush after Hurricane Katrina.
Their feud culminated in 2007, when 50 threatened to retire if Kanye's new album outsold his, which is exactly what happened.
50's G Unit crew includes Lloyd Banks, Tony Yayo and Young Buck. Find all your favorite 50 Cent ringtones and 50 Cent realtones below.