After 12 long years, 50 Cent has finally departed from Shady/Aftermath/Interscope and has decided to go independent by signing to Caroline Records, which is the the independent division of Capitol Records. 50 Cent first release will be Animal Ambition, which will be released on June 3rd. Here is what 50 Cent had to say:
“I have had great success to date with Shady/Aftermath/Interscope and I’d like to thank Eminem and Dr. Dre for giving me an incredible opportunity. I’ve learned so much from them through the years. I am excited to enter this new era where I can carry out my creative vision.”
Eminem also released a statement:
“Both myself and Shady Records are grateful to have had the chance to play a part in 50′s career. Shady simply would not be what it is without 50 Cent. I’ve developed a great friendship with 50 over the years, and that’s not going to change. We know 50 will have success in his new situation, and we remain supporters of both him and G-Unit.”