50 Cent is a renowned American rapper and actor who rose to fame in the early 2000s. One of his most famous songs is "Magic Stick," a collaboration with fellow rapper Lil' Kim. Released in 2003, the song became an instant hit and reached number two on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. "Magic Stick" is known for its catchy beat and explicit lyrics, which explore themes of sexual desire and prowess. The track features 50 Cent and Lil' Kim rapping about their sexual encounters and the pleasure they can provide to their partners. The song's provocative content and seductive tone contributed to its popularity, particularly in the hip-hop and R&B communities.
But when his old, uber-competitive friend Robert shows up next-door with his family, Jack's competitive instincts kick in. The calm vacation turns into a wacky battle of the families culminating in the search for a Christmas tree only witnessed in legends and fairy tales. In this search, though, Jack and family realize that winning isn't everything and that the love and happiness of those you care about is what matters most.
But Jack has a plan to go to the place where his life was less hectic to enjoy time with his lovely wife and their two children, plus their dog Buster. In this search, though, Jack and family realize that winning isn t everything and that the love and happiness of those you care about is what matters most.
The song's provocative content and seductive tone contributed to its popularity, particularly in the hip-hop and R&B communities. Both 50 Cent and Lil' Kim delivered memorable performances in "Magic Stick," showcasing their skills as rappers and captivating audiences with their confident and charismatic personas. The song's success helped solidify 50 Cent's status as a prominent figure in rap music and further established Lil' Kim as a formidable female rapper.
A magic christmas 2014
A Magic Christmas (2014)
SP Distribution, Steven Paul Production, Magic Christmas Productions, USA, 2014.
Carter-family struggles always with money. Jack (C. Thomas Howell) and Holly (Lisa Sheridan) run a bakery. Jack wanted to be a writer but he never had time for that. Teen kids Sienna (Sadie Stahura) and Kyle (Dashiell Howell) are social media enthusiastics so the family is becoming disconnected.
| Holly and Jack |
Holiday resort Farthering Pines is closing down, so Jack decides to take his family while there is still a chance to go there. Whole Christmas without Internet, isn't it fun kids?
| Sienna & Kyle |
| Eva & Robert |
| Pictionary! |
Somehow there comes a slight feeling of Griswold-family's Vacation films, only the jokes and hijinks are replaced with drama. Family's dog Buster thinks with the voice of Burt Reynolds. It is light and harmless Christmas-entertainment, something that can be watched while waiting for Santa. The story is traditional but generally it is a nice little film with Christmas spirit.
| Buster |
Starring: C. Thomas Howell, Jonathan Silverman, Burt Reynolds, Lisa Sheridan, Maeve Quinlan, Dashiell Howell, Sadie Stahura, Darien Willardson, Clara Susan Morey II, Bessie Thornton, Jamee Natella, Samuel Mason Paul
Director: R. Michael Givens
Holiday resort Farthering Pines is closing down, so Jack decides to take his family while there is still a chance to go there. Whole Christmas without Internet, isn't it fun kids?
"Magic Stick" not only achieved commercial success but also became a cultural phenomenon, with its lyrics and catchy chorus being referenced in popular culture. The song's provocative nature helped push boundaries in the music industry, as it openly discussed sex in a way that was both empowering and controversial. It remains one of 50 Cent's most well-known songs, showcasing his ability to create memorable and provocative music..
Reviews for "The Reception and Criticism of 50 Cent's Magic Stick in the Hip Hop Community"
1. Sarah - 2 out of 5 stars
I was really disappointed with the Magic Stick by 50 Cent. The song lacked originality and depth, and the lyrics were repetitive and unimaginative. The beat was catchy, but it couldn't make up for the lackluster content. Overall, it felt like a cheap attempt to capitalize on 50 Cent's popularity at the time and didn't live up to my expectations.
2. David - 1 out of 5 stars
Magic Stick by 50 Cent is a prime example of everything wrong with mainstream hip hop. The lyrics are vulgar and objectify women, and the overall message of the song promotes harmful stereotypes. The repetitive chorus gets old fast, and there's nothing memorable or innovative about the production. It's unfortunate that songs like this get so much attention while more talented and socially conscious artists go unnoticed.
3. Emily - 2 out of 5 stars
I didn't enjoy Magic Stick by 50 Cent. The song felt generic and lacked any substance. It's the type of song that tries to appeal to the masses by relying on explicit lyrics and a catchy beat. However, it fails to bring anything new to the table and just ends up sounding like every other mainstream hip hop track from that era. It's forgettable and doesn't showcase 50 Cent's true talent as an artist.