Rapper Ja Rule is calling out his longtime rival, 50 Cent, over a widely circulated rumor that 50 Cent purchased hundreds of tickets to one of Ja Rule’s concerts to leave the front rows empty. Ja Rule has offered $10,000 to anyone who can provide concrete evidence that the alleged prank ever happened.
The feud resurfaced on Sunday, December 29, when Ja Rule shared his New Year’s resolution on social media: “My New Year resolution is to be PETTY.” A fan responded, referencing the infamous ticket-buying stunt, prompting Ja Rule to deny the story outright.
“You believe this dumb s###???” he tweeted, along with cap emojis, indicating the claim is a lie. He doubled down on his challenge, asking for proof and offering a cash reward. “What city/venue did this said show take place??? @50cent is a fat f###### LIAR,” he added, reigniting their longstanding rivalry.
The rumor dates back to 2018, when 50 Cent claimed on Instagram that he bought 200 tickets to a Ja Rule concert in Arlington, Texas, via Groupon for $3,000, ensuring the seats stayed empty. In a recent interview with Big Boy TV, 50 Cent reiterated the story, saying he purchased seats in the first four rows as a prank to make Ja Rule feel disconnected from the crowd.
Ja Rule mocked 50 Cent’s claims and even ridiculed an unflattering photo of him, further fueling speculation about whether the alleged prank ever occurred.
The decades-long feud between the two NYC rappers has been marked by public insults and stunts. While Ja Rule’s $10,000 challenge adds a new layer to their infamous rivalry, the truth behind the ticket-buying story remains unresolved. For now, the petty back-and-forth continues.
