Saturday, 15 October 2011

How is this Hip-Hop artist being represented?

This album cover of 50 Cent is is representing him as a 'gangster' and a strong and hard individual. The dark red background suggests danger and this could be an indication for the type of music he has produced-not suitable for young children, could contain bad use of language. The topless, oiled body shot of him could attract many teenage girls but i think he would also inspire many boys - fit body, popular with women, wealthy(album title- get rich or die trying) comes across as very manly and a brave character, which some boys may aspire to be like. His pose in the picture represents him as being powerful and serious, his tattoos and blank glare also result in this.The mention of death in the album title and the smashed glass affect could be referring to crime and aggression, which could be a representation of his personality. Looking at the picture it gives off a 'bad boy' vibe, showing off his muscles and wearing expensive jewellery- necklace and watch. The crack of glass is circling the cross necklace which shows religion is important to him, he most likely will refer to this in his songs. However, he could refer to it as a negative thing.

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