For years, 50 Cent has been exposing P. Diddy’s alleged shady actions, long before the federal investigations against Diddy began. The two were on good terms back in the day, but their relationship soured as their paths diverged. Here’s a breakdown of their decades-long feud and how 50 Cent repeatedly got the upper hand.

**Early Days: 50 Cent’s Ghostwriting for Diddy**

Before making it big, 50 Cent worked as a ghostwriter for other artists, including Diddy. He was even close to signing with Bad Boy Records, but after being shot nine times following the release of his controversial song “Ghetto Qur’an,” Diddy distanced himself. Allegedly, Diddy avoided signing 50 due to pressure from drug lord Kenneth “Supreme” McGriff, who wanted the industry to blackball 50.

This decision proved costly for Diddy. 50 signed with Eminem and Dr. Dre instead, releasing one of the most successful debut albums in hip-hop history. Meanwhile, Diddy struggled to find fresh talent to elevate Bad Boy Records.

**The Shopping Comment That Sparked It All**

The animosity began in earnest at Chris Lighty’s wedding in 2003. Diddy allegedly told 50, “I’ll take you shopping,” a phrase that didn’t sit well with 50. He later recounted, “That’s what a guy says to a girl!”

This odd comment led 50 to start throwing subliminal shots at Diddy, including a jab in G-Unit’s track *Poppin’ Them Thangs*.

**The Mase Deal Blockade**

In the mid-2000s, 50 tried to sign Mase to G-Unit after the rapper’s attempt to leave Bad Boy Records. Diddy, however, demanded $2 million to release Mase from his contract—an unreasonable price that effectively killed the deal. 50 called Diddy’s behavior “sucker stuff,” while Mase confirmed that Diddy’s financial demands were the sole reason the deal fell through.

**Accusations in Lyrics and Interviews**

50 Cent consistently attacked Diddy in his music and interviews. On *Window Shopper*, he hinted at Diddy’s alleged secretive lifestyle. Later, he dropped a bombshell on *Who Shot Ya*, implying that Diddy knew more about Biggie’s murder than he let on.

50 also rejected Diddy’s famous parties, calling them suspicious, and mocked him for trying to cozy up to other rappers like Kanye West and Jay-Z during performances.

**Vodka Wars and Public Trolling**

When 50 launched Effen Vodka in 2014, the rivalry escalated. He started calling Diddy’s Ciroc “Puffy Juice” and mocked him on social media. In response, Diddy sent 50 a lifetime supply of Ciroc as a jab.

The feud spilled over to involve others, like French Montana, who initially praised Effen but later denounced it—likely under pressure from Diddy.

**Exposing Diddy’s Alleged Dark Side**

Over the years, 50 Cent has claimed to reveal deeper, darker secrets about Diddy’s personal life. From insinuating relationships with industry figures to alleging manipulative and abusive behavior, 50 left no stone unturned.

In a 2010 interview, 50 suggested Diddy had been involved in the leak of explicit photos of his girlfriend at the time, Cassie Ventura. Years later, Cassie’s lawsuit against Diddy detailed abusive patterns, seemingly validating 50’s early claims.

**Legal Troubles and Netflix Documentary**
As Diddy’s legal troubles mount, 50 Cent continues to speak out. Recently, he announced a Netflix documentary that will delve into Diddy’s alleged abuse and misconduct. 50 claims to be one of the few celebrities willing to call Diddy out because he never participated in Diddy’s infamous parties, which other celebrities reportedly fear being associated with.