Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson continues to prove his enduring influence in music, earning the title of YouTube’s most-streamed New York rapper of 2024. Despite not releasing a new studio album in over a decade, the Southside Jamaica, Queens native amassed an impressive 1.89 billion streams over the past year. This feat places him ahead of legendary NYC peers like Jay-Z, Nicki Minaj, and Cardi B.
A Celebratory Milestone for 50 Cent
50 Cent celebrated the achievement in true form, taking to Instagram to share his excitement. Referencing his 2005 hit “I Run N.Y.,” he posted, “I told you I run New York in 05, 🤨 Nothing has changed! LOL Don’t believe me check the numbers.” His post also promoted his Branson Cognac and Le Chemin du Roi brands, which have become synonymous with his growing business empire.
The streaming milestone reaffirms the rapper’s lasting appeal. Fellow New York icon Nicki Minaj followed 50 on the YouTube chart, being the only other artist to surpass one billion streams with 1.2 billion total. Cardi B ranked third with 921 million streams, while Jay-Z and the late Pop Smoke rounded out the top five.
Expanding Horizons
50 Cent’s success on YouTube isn’t the only thing keeping him in the spotlight. He recently teased a new business venture, hinting at the launch of a network, 50centAction. “I’m gonna start launching originals on 50centAction. Then watch how the landscape change,” he declared earlier this month.
Additionally, his foray into Hollywood continues to thrive. This month, the rapper celebrated the box office success of Den of Thieves 2, which grossed $5.8 million on its opening day, outperforming its 2018 predecessor.
With continued dominance in music streaming, entrepreneurial ventures, and Hollywood, 50 Cent remains a multifaceted force. His latest milestone further cements his legacy as one of New York’s greatest and most enduring artists.