Rap Icon Turns Down Trump

Rapper 50 Cent recently disclosed that he turned down a substantial offer — $3 million — to join former President Donald Trump at a high-profile New York rally, adding that he’s wary of politics despite previous admiration for the ex-president. Speaking on The Breakfast Club, 50 Cent, whose real name is Curtis Jackson, confirmed he “got a call” inviting him to appear alongside Trump, with a specific request to perform his hit Many Men (Wish Death), known to have resonated with some of Trump’s followers.

Jackson’s 2003 track, which delves into his own near-fatal experience in 2000, has ironically become a rallying anthem for Trump supporters. The song recently climbed iTunes charts and other streaming platforms following renewed attention. Last month, 50 Cent commented on Trump’s use of Many Men, observing, “He says ‘fight,’ and that’s exactly what I did after I got shot.”

Though known to publicly express his thoughts on Trump, 50 Cent said he avoided deep discussions with Trump’s team over the rally offer. “It’s because when you do get involved in it, no matter how you feel, someone passionately disagrees with you,” he explained, highlighting his reservations about the polarizing impact of political alliances.

The rapper, whose varied ventures include a Netflix docuseries with director Alexandria Stapleton about abuse allegations against Sean “Diddy” Combs, seems intent on channeling his focus into media projects with broader social significance.

Trump’s rally attracted celebrity guests like Hulk Hogan and Dr. Phil but faced criticism after comedian Tony Hinchcliffe’s offensive remarks, which intensified scrutiny around Trump’s event. High-profile voices, including Jennifer Lopez and Bad Bunny, later voiced their support for Kamala Harris in response.