Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson offered a candid take on why he steers clear of religion and politics in public commentary, pointing to the very public controversies surrounding Kanye West and Nicki Minaj as examples of what he prefers to avoid.
Speaking during a recent appearance while promoting his film Moses the Black, 50 Cent reiterated the old entertainment industry rule that there are two topics everyone should avoid: religion and politics. In his view, no matter a person’s beliefs, someone will passionately disagree, and that can quickly overshadow artistic work.
In explaining his strategy, 50 Cent referenced Kanye West’s well‑documented entanglement with religious and political discourse over the years, suggesting that such involvement has complicated the rapper‑producer’s public image. He also alluded to comments by Nicki Minaj that sparked backlash, using both examples to underscore why he chooses not to engage publicly on divisive issues.
The remarks come amid renewed attention on how artists navigate their platforms in an era where social and political commentary can rapidly dominate headlines. By focusing on entertainment rather than ideology, 50 Cent said he aims to keep the spotlight on his creative output and avoid the sort of controversies that can emerge when artists wade into charged cultural debates.