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Via: HipHopWired.Com

Draped in bulletproof vests and riding around in bombproof trucks. Things such as these were essential for Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson when he initially emerged in the mainstream world back in 2003. Whether it was the paranoia after nearly being shot to death or just a means to ensure protection in the game, the rapper seemed to be going to war with the world simply stepping out. Rappers in the industry all seem to be in World War III under everyone’s noses going by how many carry weapons. Look at T.I.’s situation. According to CNN, the rapper continues to invest in his own security as he spends close to $20,000 a week in private security costs to make sure that his mansion in Connecticut and the rest of his empire are protected.

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