The friction between Rick Ross and 50 Cent dates back to roughly 2008–2009. It has been characterized by sharp personal attacks and constant questioning of authenticity:
: 50 Cent has famously mocked Ross's past as a correctional officer , labeling him the "biggest fraud in hip-hop history" for adopting a kingpin persona. rick_ross_50_cent_we_made_it_official_music_vid...
: Ross has retaliated by highlighting 50 Cent’s bankruptcy filing in 2015, claiming it proved the G-Unit leader was "broke". The friction between Rick Ross and 50 Cent