The Massacre [PA] by 50 Cent (CD, Mar-2005, Aftermath Records USA)

Beat selection mediocre, this cd is obviously a minors cd who rather pay attention to an instrumental rather than quality of lyrics. Funny thing about when people mention Dr.Dre these are the same brainless children who never read the credits,Dr. Dre probably does 2/10 of the work put into a instrumental, so let the credit be given to who deserves it. Anyways, back to 50 cent lyrics are far below mediocre almost as bad as the rest of the G-Unit and Cassidy and "Young Jeezy". Anyways, any legit hip hop head should look else where, such as Az not Jay Z , Nas , Immortal Technique, Slick Rick , Krs one. People bring hip hop back to life

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
----KIMORALEEFANATIC :).

Following up one of the biggest debuts in hip-hop history, crack dealer turned charisma dealer 50 Cent makes some bold moves, recycles plenty of old ideas, and sprinkles in some perfect party singles for The Massacre. Crafty man that he is, 50 must have known following up the massive Get Rich or Die Tryin' was going to be extremely difficult, especially for a rapper rightfully known more for creating headlines than rhymes. To cushion the blow, 50 released an album by his G-Unit crew, made numerous guest appearances on other artist's tracks, and helmed ten mixtapes in his G-Unit Radio series. It kept the debut momentum moving and it's half the reason why The Massacre doesn't feel like Get Rich's proper successor, the other half being the album's effortless attitude. That's the most frustrating thing about the otherwise satisfying Massacre. At worst, it feels unfinished, and at best, it feels like a mixtape cobbled together from mostly choice tracks but without that overseer's polish. At a stunning, slightly overstuffed 78 minutes, it's overwhelming, too, but without a perfect flow to hold the listener's hand the whole way through, it's also a testament to 50 and crew that The Massacre doesn't test your patience until after the one-hour mark. Silly and short intro out of the way, the slinky "In My Hood" gets down to business and gives way to four tracks of the same-old, same-old bravado and beats that are still just as stunning and catchy as hell. "I'm Supposed to Die Tonight" and "Gatman and Robbin" are both great tracks from the quirky/macabre house of Eminem, but it's the Fat Joe-dissing "Piggy Bank" that steals the show. Like "Candy Shop," "Outta Control," "Disco Inferno," and on and on, "Piggy Bank" succeeds because of its serviceable rap, believable swagger, inescapable hook, and phatter than phat beats. For those who've had it with the gunshots, the Shady/Aftermath boasting, and the usual "G-G-G-G-Unit!" shouts, The Massacre has just enough surprises. Besides mentioning Kurt Cobain and Ozzy Osbourne, "A Baltimore Love Thing" is the big shocker as 50 poignantly tells the tale of a heroin-addicted girlfriend destroying all that's good. "Ryder Music" is more easygoing than expected, "Build You Up" (featuring Jamie Foxx) is actually sweet, and "God Gave Me Style" has just about the dreamiest beat in the G-Unit universe. Scott Storch, Dr. Dre, and Eminem are the only big names in the producer's chair, but everyone else serves up fine tracks, especially the great Needlz. Guest spots are kept to a bare minimum and besides the intro, skits are nonexistent. Trim a couple tracks and a couple beefs and rearrange the album and you have what sounds like Get Rich's lesser sequel, but The Massacre doesn't look back. It really just wants to challenge other rappers' albums and not its predecessor. Taken that way, it's an excellent effort.

I love 50 cent and what he brings to the rap game, but he's gone a little too commercial with this album. But hey, if you're into that, than this album is for you.

The c.d. that I purchased was ni excellent shape. It was shipped promptly after payment nd I received it within a week. It was a lot cheaper than any other place I looked for it.

My CD came in good condition and in a timely manner. Excellent transaction. I have no problem working with this vendor again.

donyel 73

This cd is a great purchase. If your a true rap fan the nyoull love this cd. It is a all time classic with songs like Candy Shop and Hate it or Love it. Alot of the songs were on mtv top 10 for awhile.

I like the way it was mastered with an almost like get in yah face type of mix. The track where hes acting like a drug and getting people addicted is very impressive. The beats are bangin fo sho a must have!

50 Cent has turned into Ja Rule. The rapper that he dissed is now the same one he's trying to impersonate. Candy Shop and other songs on his album are sung with a girl named Olivia. The Massacre also only has TWO songs produced by Dr. Dre. All of the other beats suck, except for a few. And the lyrics are a step down from "Get Rich and Die Tryin."

Stay away from this horrible album. Buy The Game - The Documentary instead for some awesome lyrics and beats.

I wouldnt say this is 50s best Cd ever, but its good. If you had to pick between "Get rich or die tryin'" or "The Massacre" I would recommend "Get Rich". With that said this is a great album, with hit songs Candy Shop and Lil bit. If you have 50's first cd i would recommend this cd to you. to newbies stick with the classics and get his first CD. I mainly buy 50's Cds because I love eminem. I have everyone of his CDs. You don't hear a whole lot of Em in this CD but its still really good.

50 Cent uses this album as a way to get his anger out i think, but the music is great. The beats in this album are hot and are great for getting pumped up. This album should be taken care of and treasured s one of 50's greatest musical accomplishments. I more than recommend!!!!!!!

CRAZY MOTHERFUCKA!! . . . ...... :P

This is a great cd I really enjoyed it. Worth the money spent. I bought this because I had heard a few of the songs on the radio the whole cd is really good.This cd seems to be a little mellower then his other music I think that is what attracted me to it.

It's still "FITTY!!" Good tunes but he still can't provide a hot tune like Da Club!! I bought it cause it's "FITTY"

this cd is amazing, unlike his new cd I can listen to amd enjoy every song. also he has many featuring artist which keep things fresh throughout the lengthy 22 song album. I only wish his new cd was as entertaining. you will nto be dissapointed witht this.

The product was new, in original packaging, the total price was 35% less than it would of been for me to purchase in a retail store and was delivered promptly. Ebay purchases save me time, money and energy.

well i really dont know much about this singer. now the ladies might find him a hunk. it was a purchase gift for the family member. so there you have it straight up and to the point. peace.

fiddy fiddy, a ganster master rapper
an anchor of Yonkers who rapped the massacre
fiddy fiddy slammed them actors
nas, ja, and jo in piggybank fast'a
then a semiauto strap
like the opening track
duh duh duh duh bap! smack!
this album's too phat!
fiddy fiddy came back to rap
gonna be plat-inum, fast'a then
get rich' or die tryin'
and no i ain't lyin'
fiddy's writtin' n' rhymin'
is off the hook on this track
so go start buyin' them
cd's 'the massacre'
and his book or else
ya get shooked
cuz now you heard.
about fiddy's massacre!

This CD is nothing like the first. He does a aweful job, and is not worth BUYING. This CD Belongs in the Trash.

When I hear all this "next big thing" every other day, I want to bang my head in agony. If you are a True HIP-HOP head than you must not buy this album or any other by G-Unit or hte copycats!!!