50 Cent's Latest Instagram Boast Puts His Rap Peers in the Crosshairs

Entertainment mogul Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson is notorious for seizing every chance to boast about his accomplishments. Whether it's launching a new TV series, striking a deal with a liquor brand, or just casually demonstrating his business acumen on any given day, self-promotion is a hallmark of his.

Streaming habits have been shifting recently, with fluctuations in overall numbers. Changes in music algorithms and increased accessibility to artists are altering how consumers engage with music. As a result of these changes, 50 Cent recently highlighted his success on YouTube Music, announcing via Instagram that he accumulated 164 million streams in March, meaning he had out-streamed many of his fellow rappers that month.

What Did 50 Cent Say on Instagram

“I told you I’m the Algorithm,” Fif bragged on Instagram. “YouTube streams for March 2026, it’s not about numbers. OK IF YOU SAY SO! LOL”

50 Cent referenced several of his musical rivals who were also featured on the list, specifically naming T.I., Jay-Z, and Rick Ross. The rapper even made a jab at T.I.'s son, Domani, by including his name alongside a grinning squinting emoji.

The list prompted varied reactions in the comments, including skepticism, with one user advising, "Y’all believe anything lmao. Google is free," and another surprised that a major figure like Drake was omitted: "Surprised that Drake is not on this list."

50 Cent Says He’ll Never Beef With Snoop Dogg

50 and global rap icon Snoop Dogg have affirmed their commitment to avoiding any conflict between them. This sentiment was highlighted in an interview shared by 50 Cent on Instagram, where an interviewer told Snoop Dogg, "I saw something the other day, how you respect him [50 Cent], and he’s definitely one guy you will never have beef with."

“No, we gonna do business, that’s what we gonna do,” the “Gin & Juice” rapper replied. “I’m not going to play with 50. We gonna do business because he’s a great businessman. And we respect each other enough to know that, you know, there’s a level of respect. And when you respect somebody, you don’t even go into that bag of disrespect, because there’s too much respect.”

The “In Da Club” artist responded by saying, “@snoopdogg is solid I feel the same way bro. Let’s get it!”

50 Cent Inks New Business Deal

50 Cent recently announced his $100 million partnership with ’90s restaurant chain Planet Hollywood for a new entertainment venue in Times Square called “PH Live.”

“This is about creating the ultimate entertainment destination,” 50 said in a press statement. “Planet Hollywood has always been connected to pop culture, and PH Live takes that energy to the next level a place where music, film, sports, and nightlife collide.”

PH Live is envisioned by both 50 and Planet Hollywood CEO Robert Earl as the ultimate hub for celebrities, artists, athletes, and key figures in the entertainment industry. This cutting-edge venue is designed to accommodate a wide range of events, including high-profile music concerts, film and television premieres, music launch parties, and various other exclusive gatherings.50 Cent didn’t waste any time announcing the news on Instagram, saying, “When I get quiet, I’m working, I’m working on it. PH live baby!”