Many Men (Wish Death)

50 Cent

About Many Men (Wish Death)

"Many Men (Wish Death)" is the third single by American rapper 50 Cent, from his debut studio album Get Rich or Die Tryin' (2003). The song was produced by Darrell "Digga" Branch, Eminem and Luis Resto.


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2003
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50 Cent

Curtis James Jackson III (born July 6, 1975), better known by his stage name 50 Cent, is an American rapper, entrepreneur, investor, and actor. He rose to fame with the release of his albums Get Rich or Die Tryin' (2003) and The Massacre (2005). His album Get Rich or Die Tryin' has been certified eight times platinum by the RIAA. more »

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10 facts about this song

Song Production
"Many Men (Wish Death)" doesn't actually feature Eminem as a performer on the track. Eminem did play a significant role in the song's production as he was 50 Cent's mentor and the executive producer of his album “Get Rich or Die Tryin'".
Inspired by Real Events
This song is based on 50 Cent's life. The title itself references the nine bullets he took in a near-fatal shooting incident in 2000. The lyrics depict the struggles and challenges he faced during that period.
Album's Success
"Many Men (Wish Death)" is a track from 50 Cent's debut studio album, "Get Rich or Die Tryin'", which was a massive success. With over 8 million copies sold in the US and 15 million copies worldwide, the album is often considered one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time.
Critical Acclaim
The song was acclaimed by music critics, not just for the engaging story-telling and its dark production, but also for the authenticity of 50 Cent's delivery. Critics praised it as one of the album's standout tracks.
Sampling Element
"Many Men (Wish Death)" features a sample from an Instagram post 50 Cent shared, where he says "many men, they gonna kill me. So I'm gon' kill 'em first."
Cultural Impact
Despite the song never being released as a single, it had significant cultural impact. Artists such as Pop Smoke and 21 Savage have made their own tracks bearing the same name, while numerous other artists have covered or sampled the song.
Tribute in 'Power' TV Series
In a tribute to "Many Men (Wish Death)", 50 Cent's character Kanan in the American television series "Power", often uses the phrase "Many Men".
Song's Influence on 50 Cent's Career
The song is often considered as 50 Cent's signature song and helped establish his reputation in the music industry.
Contemporary Relevance
The song remains popular even today, decades after its original release, and is often played on hip-hop classic radio stations. It is also frequently streamed on Online Music Streaming platforms.
Song Usage in Cinema
"Many Men (Wish Death)" has been used in films and TV shows, notable among them being the movie "Southpaw" which features the character played by Jake Gyllenhaal walking out to the song. The song allows filmmakers to create a vibe that is dark yet evocative.

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