Taylor Swift Mentions 50 Cent on Record-Breaking 'Life of a Showgirl' Album

Taylor Swift's new album "The Life of a Showgirl," released in October 2025, features a notable mention of rapper 50 Cent in the song "Ruin the Friendship," which has delighted the rapper. In the lyrics, Swift references a 50 Cent song as part of a nostalgic reflection on missed romantic opportunities. 50 Cent expressed his excitement on Instagram, highlighting that he was the only celebrity directly name-dropped on the album, although another track is titled after Elizabeth Taylor. The album also includes songs that fans speculate reference Swift's fiancé Travis Kelce, as well as other artists like Charli XCX and Olivia Rodrigo. "Ruin the Friendship" is believed to be a tribute to Swift's late high school friend Jeff Lang, adding emotional depth to the album's personal themes. The mention has sparked enthusiastic responses from fans and fellow artists, underscoring the cross-genre appeal and cultural impact of Swift's work.