When I look at these pictures and think about my days growing up on the south side of Queens, they re such distant memories that sometimes it feels like a movie I watched...But all those things add up to me being who I am - being 50 Cent. 50 x 50 is a provocative look inside the mind of 50 Cent. Through candid, raw personal essays and rare family photos, this compelling book tells the story of a man who rose from a life of hardcore hustling to one of unrivaled success not just in the music industry, but in the entertainment and commercial world beyond. Inside this full-color, illustrated autobiography, you ll find pieces of memorabilia from 50 Cent s life - handwritten song lyrics, mixtape covers, stage passes, and more - making 50 x 50 a powerful interactive experience. From the first written word to the final hook, 50 x 50 delivers all the honesty and flow you d expect from hip-hop s most intriguing star. Exclusive CD with never-before-released music track inside.