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Eminem publicly voiced enthusiasm for a potential collaboration album with 50 Cent in a recent interview on SiriusXM’s Whoo's House Podcast highlighting the two rappers close working history. Eminem suggested the two should stop delaying and actually complete the project showing the fans are ready to receive such material. He later clarified "I would never say its not possible" leaving door open for creative processes to occur. This statement immediately stirred renewed interest in the highly anticipated collaborative work which would pair these two incredibly popular musicians in the same space on a single full release project .
Eminem initially signed 50 Cent to his Shady Records label after first listening to the Guess Who’s Back mixtape in 2002 that cemented their friendship from the start. 50 Cent then appeared on the 8 Mile soundtrack providing four tracks demonstrating their capacity for collaboration early in careers during the early 2000s era. Eminem would produce 50 Cent's 2003 debut Get Rich or Die Tryin featuring on "Patiently Waiting" and “Don't Push Me" songs establishing deep roots for creative connections which remain to this day.
The dynamic duo further released a host of popular tracks over the years including "Encore" "Hail Mary" “Gatman and Robin" and "Crack a Bottle” demonstrating their creative compatibility throughout their professional careers . Other songs include “The Re-Up” “You Don’t Know” and “Jimmy Crack Corn” "Peep Show" "Never Enough" "My Life" "Is This Love ('09)" and "Psycho" further highlighting strong performance cohesion and many tracks over long history with creative work in recording sessions over the years. They also appeared as features on various other artists tracks like Obie Trice’s “We All Die One Day” or Lloyd Banks’ “Warrior Pt 2" and Ed Sheerhan’s “Remember The Name" solidifying both rappers influential roles within industry. This close ties are a contributing factor to fans excitement in possible joint projects.
50 Cent also performed live with Eminem at numerous live events including the Home & Home tour back in 2010 also with Super Bowl halftime show in 2019 solidifying partnership beyond just studio. Their partnerships extended further outside of music with 50 Cent directing a 2021 episode of his STARZ show BMF that included a cameo by Eminem playing the role of “White Boy Rick”. 50 Cent told Entertainment Weekly working with Eminem on BMF proved that collaboration would come naturally between them showcasing the respect each rapper shares.
Last year 50 Cent discussed a developing modern version for the television screen of 8 Mile providing additional details to Entertainment Weekly highlighting that his view of Eminem’s legacy needs new content. This project serves as potential bridge into new creative work. 50 Cent confirmed plans that were 'in motion' suggesting further work behind scenes regarding legacy of the movie. 50 Cent has now announced a 6 show Las Vegas residency from December 27 thru January 4 before reentering recording booth potentially to collaborate with Eminem as recent statement confirms which was posted to social media.
50 Cent responded positively on social media Friday December 27 to Eminem's comments which created renewed excitement and attention to their potential collaboration. 50 Cent specifically mentioned an upcoming return to the recording booth after finishing a six night residency in Las Vegas that spans from December 27 through January 4 giving rise to even more speculation. Busta Rhymes left supportive crown emojis within comments along with fans on Instagram. Comments on the internet expressed strong approval over these recent developments on online forums and comment boards.
Eminem spoke to DJ Whoo Kid at SiriusXM Shade 45 showing a very supportive view to a potential album collaboration and said ‘We just gotta stop bulls---ting and just do it.’ and "I would never say it’s not possible". Eminem's enthusiastic viewpoint about doing joint music project was very transparent on his responses that was picked up immediately by media outlets and internet fans alike. Snoop Dogg Dr. Dre added Em and 50 to guest slots on their Missionary album for “Gunz n Smoke" in December 2024 proving current relevance and collaborative capacity which was highly viewed online. 50 cent's six performances are at Planet Hollywood in Las Vegas.
Emeinem and 50 cent previously collaborated on the tracks "Patiently Waiting" "Crack a Bottle” and “Don’t Push Me” plus numerous other tracks that demonstrate successful collaborations for past projects and offer blueprint for any collaborative albums to potentially achieve major milestones. These collaborations spanning many years provide important evidence that musical style and tone will not be an issue should joint material be recorded in the future showing past records provide a template. 50 Cent’s Planet Hollywood shows from Dec 27 through Jan 4 have some speculation that after these performances creative partnerships will begin in 2025 bringing renewed focus to each of these very successful hip hop recording artists
Eminem mentioned in Whoo’s House interview regarding Mike Tyson saying unlike Jake Paul he would certainly not fight Mike because “that guy would hit me one time and I’d f--kin’ die” while also showing that he might if the boxer couldn't hit him showcasing humor despite clear reverence for Tyson. This statement shows that even Eminem known for strong persona has clear understanding of his position to a skilled professional such as Mike Tyson showing great character in his own unique humorous style in conversation. Jake Paul an internet star who boxes also highlights the context of Eminems humorous viewpoint that provided extra content on podcast.