50 Cent Shares Why Eminem Declined "The Biggest Tour In The World"
Eminem, despite being a global music icon, had reservations about the idea of embarking on a world tour.
In a recent interview with CBS Mornings, 50 Cent shared an insightful story about a proposed massive tour that would have included himself, Eminem, and Dr. Dre.
This collaboration was envisioned during their peak years, but Eminem's reasons for declining were surprisingly personal.
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50 Cent recounted his conversation with Eminem, expressing enthusiasm about the potential tour.
"'We’ll be on super arena stages, just me and you, 'Then if we bring [Dr. Dre] on some dates, so we do different things. We don’t need nothing else. It’ll be the biggest tour in the world.'
However, Eminem’s response revealed a deeper sentiment:
"He said, ‘I just don’t want to go and come back and Hailie’s grown.' I thought he was crazy because I was like, ‘He just don’t want to go.’"
50 Cent Reveals Eminem's Heartfelt Reason for Turning Down World Tour:
50 Cent on how he wanted to tour with Eminem, but Em declined to be there for Hailie's childhood.👨👧
— The Eminem Bible (@Shadyind) September 22, 2024
50 said he didn’t get it back then, but attending Hailie’s wedding this year made him understand Em’s choice. pic.twitter.com/W4LAAoUfq3
At the time, 50 Cent found this hard to understand, thinking Eminem was simply hesitant to tour.
Years later, 50 Cent reflected on Eminem’s words during a poignant moment at Hailie’s wedding. Watching Eminem dance with his daughter, he realized the weight of Eminem’s sentiment.
“I was trying to convince him to go on the tour at that point, And then… I was at Hailie’s wedding. She got married and I’m like, ‘This is what he’s talking about.’"
50 Cent recalled, coming to terms with the emotional depth behind Eminem’s decision.
Eminem has often highlighted the importance of family in his life and music. His daughter Hailie, now 28, has been a recurring theme in his lyrics, showcasing their close bond.
Hailie recently married Evan McClintock, a significant milestone that has captured the hearts of fans.
Videos from the wedding showed a proud Eminem sharing a dance with her, a testament to their enduring relationship.
In August, Hailie revealed how deeply she felt her father’s recent songs, "Somebody Save Me" and "Temporary," during emotional moments. This connection underscores the sacrifices Eminem has made for family, prioritizing precious time over potential fame.
As the hip-hop community celebrates Eminem’s legacy, this story serves as a reminder of the artist’s values and the meaningful choices he has made throughout his career.