50 Cent is facing a backlash from Kendrick Lamar fans after being spotted with Drake in Toronto and hinting at an upcoming collaboration.
The music world was recently rocked when 50 Cent posted a picture on Instagram of him and Drake in Toronto, hinting at a possible collaboration. “Brain [brain emoji] storming last night me and @champagnepapi gonna get the [camera emoji] rolling biggest ting on your TV GLG,” wrote 50. This cryptic message has led many to believe that their collaboration could be for a film or TV show, considering both artists’ extensive work in the entertainment industry.
However, this meeting has caused quite a stir among fans, especially those loyal to Kendrick Lamar. 50 Cent and Kendrick Lamar previously worked together on the track ‘We Up’ and share mutual friends like Dr. Dre and Eminem. Seeing 50 with Drake, who has had a long-standing feud with Kendrick, didn’t sit well with many. One fan expressed their disappointment online, saying, “Dang, Fif! You sided against K-DOT?! Nah. Bruh.” Another fan mentioned, “Nah 50 he ain’t it. That’s Kendrick’s Ja Rule.”
The backlash wasn’t limited to social media chatter. Critics were quick to call out 50 Cent for hypocrisy due to his past of cutting ties with those who fraternized with his rivals. One critic pointed out, “This is weird as hell to me because if you fraternize with the enemy, 50 cutting you loose. This applied to his own son as well.” Despite the criticism, there were still fans who defended 50 Cent’s actions. One user highlighted, “They both dislike Rick Ross. But I know 50 has nothing against Kendrick. They’re cool.” Another stood firm, saying, “50 is untouchable in the industry; he does what he wants. I respect it.”
While the controversy bubbles, it’s important to note that 50 Cent has previously voiced his opinions on the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef, praising both artists at different times. After Drake’s “Push Ups” diss track, 50 applauded it on Instagram, saying, “All you [ninja emoji]’s got smoked by a light-skinned Ni66a.” Similarly, he complimented Kendrick’s response track “Euphoria,” calling it “real hip hop.”
Interestingly, Drake has made subtle references to 50 Cent throughout his feud with Kendrick, including wearing a G-Unit spinner chain in a video and posing in Eminem’s “Free Yayo” shirt. This complex web of relationships adds another layer to the unfolding drama.
The potential 50 Cent and Drake collaboration has undoubtedly ruffled some feathers, especially among Kendrick Lamar’s loyal fans. As the story develops, only time will tell how this will impact the intricate relationships between these music giants.
