50 Cent hits 8 million mark with "Get Rich or Die Tryin'"

By The Hip Hop Writer
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer

Despite the negative press, 50 Cent continues to be successful, as he has made obscene profits. Recently, the rapper was back in headlines after arguing online with Ciara. 50 Cent was also dissed by rumored girlfriend, Chelsea Handler.

While 50 Cent's personal life could be better, his professional life has been going great. 50 Cent landed a $200 million film deal with Lionsgate. Only days after the film deal, he made $8 million through his stock in H&H Imports.

Not only is 50 Cent one of hip hop's richest men, he is a board member to a successful company. Despite his recent albums not selling, 50 Cent can still boast about record sales. His debut album from eight years ago is still going strong.

50 Cent's 2003 debut, Get Rich or Die Tryin' recently went eight times platinum, after initially selling five million copies in 2003.