Released without major promotion, Afraid of Anyone dropped onto streaming platforms like a lightning strike — raw, unfiltered, and packed with the kind of lyrical fire that reignited the energy of early 2000s rap. In under four minutes, this track is a reckoning, showing that despite the years, Eminem and 50 Cent’s chemistry and raw energy are as undeniable as ever.
The beat kicks in, and it’s clear from the start: this isn’t a nostalgia track. It’s a manifesto. A declaration that neither Em nor 50 has ever been afraid of anyone — not the industry, not the haters, and certainly not their personal demons.
Eminem opens with a blistering verse, his wordplay sharper than ever. He takes aim at the world that once tried to label him broken, unstable, and irrelevant. With a line like, “They labeled me broken, unstable, and done / But fear’s just a mirror — and I’ve outrun every one,” Em proves he’s been living in the truth of survival all along, leaving his critics in the dust. His lyrics are sharp, reflecting years of battling cancel culture, self-doubt, and the industry’s expectations.
Then 50 Cent drops in with his signature swagger, but this time, it’s colder, more personal. No longer the brash figure of his youth, 50 reflects on his own scars — the betrayals, the lawsuits, the near-death experiences — all of it. His line, “Been shot, sued, and silenced — but I still write louder / Afraid of who? Not them, not you, not power,” speaks to a man who has withstood the darkest of moments and come out on top.
The chorus is a defiant anthem, a chant for anyone who’s been counted out, pushed down, or told they’re done. It’s bold and unforgettable:
“We ain’t afraid of anyone / Shadows talk, we face the sun / Built from scars and loaded lungs / Speak your name — we never run.”
What makes this track stand out isn’t just the hard-hitting lyrics; it’s the undeniable chemistry between Eminem and 50 Cent. They aren’t competing against each other — they’re brothers in arms. Each verse builds on the other, trading war stories and defying expectations. It’s a victory lap for both of them, showcasing the unity they’ve built over years of navigating the rap game together.
For fans, Afraid of Anyone is a collaboration they didn’t even realize they needed — a moment where the legends come together to remind the world why they’re untouchable. For critics, it’s a bold statement that neither Em nor 50 fear the spotlight; they own it. And if this song is any indication, they’re not done yet. Not even close.