Ask 50 Cent about success, and you’ll get one answer before any other: “Eminem.”
In a world built on bravado and competition, 50 has never been shy about giving Marshall Mathers the credit he deserves. Their relationship isn’t just about music—it’s rooted in survival, trust, and loyalty in an industry known for betrayal.
“If Em never signed me, you’d be reading my obituary, not a headline,” 50 told The Breakfast Club in a recent interview.
It’s no secret: back in 2002, when 50 Cent was blackballed from nearly every major label due to violence, mixtape wars, and beef with Ja Rule, Eminem took a risk. He convinced Dr. Dre to co-sign the G‑Unit leader, launching the now-iconic Get Rich or Die Tryin’ era.
And the rest is history.
Now in 2025, 50’s an entertainment mogul with hit shows (Power, BMF, Hip Hop Homicides), a touring empire, and a billion-dollar brand. But he still considers Eminem one of the realest people he’s ever known.
“We never had a contract outside of music. Just a handshake and respect,” 50 added.
Their connection is more than business. From defending each other in lyrical feuds to appearing on stage unexpectedly, their bond is rare in a business that feeds off betrayal.
When Eminem was under fire for his lyrics again this year, 50 went on IG Live and said:
“Y’all love fake rappers till a real one speaks. Em still scares people with honesty.”
Today, they don’t need to collaborate to show loyalty. But rumor has it, a Shady x G‑Unit track may be on the way—with Ice Cube possibly jumping in to round out the generational triad.
Brotherhood in rap is rare. Eminem and 50? That’s forever.