50 Cent Turned Down Trump’s $3M Offer to Perform at MSG Rally
In a recent revelation, 50 Cent disclosed that he declined a substantial $3 million offer to perform at Donald Trump’s campaign rally held at Madison Square Garden on October 27, 2024. The G-Unit mogul made this announcement during an appearance on The Breakfast Club on October 29.
The Offer and Decision
When DJ Envy asked about the offer from Trump’s team, 50 Cent confirmed, “I got a call — they wanted me for Sunday.” However, he explained his decision to turn down the lucrative payday by expressing his reluctance to engage in politics. “I’m afraid of politics. I do not like no part of politics. When you do get involved in it, no matter how you feel, someone passionately disagrees with you. I stay away from religion, I stay away from politics,” he stated.
Adding a lighthearted touch, he commented on the potential fallout from political engagement: “That’s the formula for the confusion that has sent Kanye to Japan.” This remark referenced Kanye West’s controversial statements that have often led to backlash.
50 Cent also confirmed that he had previously declined an invitation to perform at the Republican National Convention earlier in the summer.
A Complex Relationship with Trump
Despite turning down the offer, 50 Cent has expressed nuanced views about Trump in the past. Earlier this year, he suggested that some Black men might relate to Trump due to shared experiences with the justice system. When asked about his stance on the upcoming presidential race, he admitted he had yet to decide whether to support a Democrat or Republican candidate, highlighting his open-ended approach to political affiliation.
50 Cent’s relationship with Trump has been characterized by a mix of criticism and occasional support, illustrating the complexities of navigating fame and politics. In the wake of a recent assassination attempt on Trump, 50 Cent’s song “Many Men (Wish Death)” gained significant traction, with streaming numbers surging as the track was referenced by both supporters and critics of the former president.
As the 2024 presidential election approaches, 50 Cent’s decision to stay clear of political endorsements underscores a broader sentiment among artists about the risks of aligning with political figures. His choice to prioritize his personal principles over financial incentives demonstrates the ongoing tension between celebrity culture and political engagement. As the election nears, it will be interesting to see how other artists navigate similar dilemmas and whether they choose to engage or disengage from the political landscape.
