Second in a series of videos from 50 Cent’s “The Lost Tapes” mixtape release is “Double Up” featuring Detroit hip-hop artist, Hayes. On exhibit here is an example of an opulent lifestyle that can result from hard work, dedication to your craft and one’s willingness to take a few risks. I believe the world loves 50 Cent because he’s a living example of the classic American rags-to-riches saga and because his swag-quotient is that by which most other’s will be judged. With a net worth of over $100mil, I’m sure 50 Cent is spending a lot more time in the boardroom rather than the back-room, but his street-cred has not been watered down by any measure.

“Double Up” is a track about drug dealing and violence. Maybe not the most positive contribution to culture and society, but to quote from the opening line of this song, “It is what it is, Son…” 50 Cent and Hayes have done the dirty work so you and I don’t have to.

Hit the flip to watch the video.

Warning: Shameless self-promotion ahead:

I worked on this track with 50 and Hayes. I look forward to working with Hayes, 50 Cent and Floyd Mayweather in the very near future.

Follow 50 Cent on twitter: @50cent

Follow Hayes on twitter: @Earl_Hayes, @TheHayesBlog

Follow Floyd Mayweather on Twitter: @FloydMayweather

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Enjoy!

- Mango Black