50 Cent & Madonna: A Social‑Media Slip‑up with a Pretty Apology
When 50 Cent, the rap legend, poked fun at Madonna’s cheeky Instagram snaps, the iconic pop star wasn’t exactly thrilled. The duo’s drama unfolded like a classic sitcom episode—just with a few extra glittery references.
What Went Down
- Madonna posted a photo of herself cozied up under a bed, showing off a bit of “aggressive” fashion.
- 50 Cent dragged a comparison to the Wicked Witch of the West, saying the girl was “lying under a bed like she’d just claimed a throne in the Wizard of Oz.”
- Madonna responded with a throwback picture of the two together, indicating she’d slammed the “Candy Shop” rapper for being disrespectful.
50 Cent’s “Oops” Moment
Seeing the backlash, 50 Cent took to Twitter (with a big typo‑heavy apology) and said:
“I must have hurt Madonna’s feelings… I didn’t mean to. I was just joking, no benefit here. I hope you accept my apology.”
But before that, Madonna had taken a stand on Instagram, calling out the rapper for “pretending to be her friend” and accusing him of attempting to humor his fans by making fun of her.
Madonna’s Instagram Reply
She posted:
“50‑Cent is pretending to be my friend and belittling me. Your new gig is to embarrass people on social media. You just don’t live up to the expectations of an adult or a musician.”
Her Instagram thread served as an audience‑pleasing image, highlighting the fissure between the two stars.
The Original Jibe
Here’s the tweet that sparked all this: “That’s Madonna under the bed trying to do Like A Virgin at 63. She shot out, if she don’t get her old a up.” (Note: it’s a rough and informal comment, which is why she was quick to react.)
Why the Photo’s Gone
- Madonna first shared the photo in early November.
- It was taken down because the image supposedly violated Spotify’s “nudity” policy.
- Followers speculated it was more about crossing the line of public taste rather than the sheer visual content.
In Summary
50 Cent’s attempt at a meme turned into a back‑handed commentary, and Madonna stood firm, reminding fans that you can’t just troll anyone in the world of pop icons. The rapper’s apology may have mended the difference, but it highlighted how delicate online reputations can be—especially when you’re dealing with a 75‑year‑old superstar who can’t be afraid to right a wrong.
