Hip-hop fans were stunned this week when Fat Joe took to Instagram to celebrate 50 Cent’s milestone birthday—praising the G-Unit mogul with heartfelt words of peace. The post comes in the midst of resurfaced allegations that Joe once plotted to kill 50 Cent during their infamous 2000s feud.
🥳 “50 More, HBD King” — A Message of Peace
On July 6, Fat Joe shared a reflective tribute for 50 Cent’s 50th birthday:
“Curtis Jackson aka 50 Cent… I went to war with him. It’s funny how a so-called enemy can become an incredible friend. God bless you my brother—50 more. HBD king @50cent.”
The message marks a striking moment of reconciliation between two of hip-hop’s fiercest former rivals.
⚠️ The Lawsuit That Rekindled Dark Memories
Joe’s birthday post comes just weeks after Terrance “T.A.” Dixon, Fat Joe’s former hype man, filed a bombshell lawsuit alleging that the Bronx rapper once orchestrated a hit on 50 Cent during the peak of their feud.
According to court documents, Dixon claims:
- Joe planned the hit in the early 2000s.
- The attempt was never carried out because of 50 Cent’s “Navy SEAL-type” security detail, which scared off potential attackers.
Fat Joe has not publicly commented on Dixon’s allegations, but the timing of his warm post suggests he’s choosing a path of forgiveness and growth.
🔥 A Feud That Defined Hip-Hop History
Fat Joe and 50 Cent’s bitter rivalry spanned much of the early 2000s, creating one of the most explosive beefs in hip-hop:
- 🎤 The drama began when Fat Joe collaborated with Ja Rule on “New York” while 50 and Ja were locked in their own heated feud.
- 📝 Diss tracks flew back and forth, with public insults and threats fueling the fire.
- ⚡ Their clash escalated to a tense face-off at the 2005 MTV Video Music Awards, making headlines worldwide.
50 Cent later admitted that much of their animosity was driven by ego and competition, not deep personal hatred.
🕊️ How Chris Lighty’s Death Changed Everything
The turning point came in 2012 when music executive Chris Lighty, a mutual friend and longtime industry figure, tragically passed away.
Both rappers credited Lighty’s death as the catalyst for their reconciliation:
“It took losing someone we both loved to see how silly all that was,” Fat Joe once said.
Since then, the two have shared several moments of mutual respect, often surprising fans with their public truce.
👑 Joe Chooses Growth Over Grudges
Despite the seriousness of Dixon’s accusations, Fat Joe’s recent birthday message focused on unity over conflict. His words suggest he’s moved beyond the toxic energy of his past battles:
“It’s funny how a so-called enemy can become an incredible friend.”
Fans have praised the gesture, seeing it as a testament to growth, maturity, and hip-hop brotherhood.
