# Rick Ross 'Set in Stone' slump, 50 Cent feud escalates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/rick-ross-set-in-stone-release > Updated: 2026-08-31T00:00:00.000Z. Sources: 26. Developments: 10. Rick Ross released his twelfth studio album, *Set in Stone*, on July 16, 2026. The record received mixed reviews and saw lower-than-expected commercial performance, debuting at No. 39 on the Billboard 200 with roughly 42,500 album-equivalent units. This performance triggered an escalation in a long-running feud with 50 Cent. In early August, 50 Cent mocked the sales figures, claiming Ross’s career was “over” and stating, “LOL 😆 I’m sorry it’s over, can’t fake it forever!” Ross defended his numbers as organic and countered by mocking 50 Cent’s business ventures, including his footwear and liquor brands. The dispute expanded to include Ross’s claim of owning a $100 million house, which 50 Cent dismissed as “FAKE,” noting the property was listed on Airbnb. Ross further criticized 50 Cent’s planned collaboration with Eminem and the use of posthumous Tupac Shakur recordings for a *Street Fighter* soundtrack, stating, “Tupac has been dead for 30 years, let him rest in peace.” By late August, the conflict shifted toward a debate over hip hop longevity. Following 50 Cent’s suggestion that rap is tied to youth and that older artists should not attempt to remain at the forefront, Ross argued that cultural relevance and street value, rather than age, determine an artist's ability to remain active in the genre. On August 31, the rivalry shifted from professional competition to personal attacks involving romantic partners. Following the cancellation of Ross’s scheduled tour dates in Greensboro and Charlotte due to “unforeseen circumstances,” 50 Cent mocked the cancellations on Instagram. Ross responded by directing insults toward 50 Cent’s ex-girlfriend, Daphne Joy, and questioning 50 Cent’s relevance. 50 Cent retaliated by posting a caricature of Ross’s girlfriend, Jazzma Kendrick. ## Claims - Rick Ross cancelled tour dates in Greensboro and Charlotte, North Carolina, due to unforeseen circumstances. (corroborated by 4 sources) - 50 Cent mocked the cancellation of Rick Ross's tour dates on Instagram. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Rick Ross made personal remarks regarding 50 Cent's ex-girlfriend, Daphne Joy. (corroborated by 4 sources) - 50 Cent responded by posting a caricature of Rick Ross's girlfriend, Jazzma Kendrick. (corroborated by 4 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: 50 Cent and Rick Ross escalate feud with personal attacks Rappers 50 Cent and Rick Ross have escalated their public feud, trading personal insults involving their partners following the cancellation of Ross's North Carolina tour dates. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/50-cent-and-rick-ross-escalate-feud-with-personal-attacks ### 2026-08-24: Rick Ross defends hip hop longevity following 50 Cent comments Rick Ross defended the longevity of hip hop artists following comments from 50 Cent suggesting that rappers should step back from the spotlight as they age. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rick-ross-defends-hip-hop-longevity-following-50-cent-comments ### 2026-08-07: Rick Ross ridicules 50 Cent's announced track with Eminem and Tupac Rick Ross mocked 50 Cent's announced Eminem‑Tupac collaboration for the Street Fighter soundtrack, citing Tupac’s death and reviving their long‑standing feud. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rick-ross-ridicules-50-cents-announced-track-with-eminem-and-tupac ### 2026-08-06: Rick Ross and 50 Cent Clash Over Sales and $100 Million House Claim Rappers Rick Ross and 50 Cent reignited their feud, trading Instagram barbs over Ross’s album sales, a claimed $100 million house and accusations of fake streams. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rick-ross-and-50-cent-clash-over-sales-and-100-million-house-claim ### 2026-08-04: Rick Ross and 50 Cent Clash Over Low Sales of “Set in Stone” Album 50 Cent declared Rick Ross’ career over after Set in Stone sold ~20 k copies; Ross rebutted, citing authentic streams and defending his relevance. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rick-ross-album-sales-spark-feud-with-50-cent ### 2026-07-27: Rick Ross' 'Set in Stone' Album Underperforms Amid Feud with 50 Cent and Drake Rick Ross billed his new album 'Set in Stone' as Album of the Year, but it missed the Billboard Top 20, with analysts linking weak sales to his feuds with 50 Cent and Drake. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rick-ross-set-in-stone-album-underperforms-amid-feud-with-50-cent-and-drake ### 2026-07-25: Rick Ross' 'Set In Stone' Album Debuts at No. 46 on Billboard 200 Rick Ross' album *Set In Stone* opened at No. 46 on the Billboard 200 with about 17,000 units, missing the Top 20 and drawing criticism amid ongoing feuds. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rick-ross-set-in-stone-album-debuts-at-no-46-on-billboard-200 ### 2026-07-24: Rick Ross Counters 50 Cent’s Album‑Sales Claims, Declares ‘Set In Stone’ Album of the Year Rick Ross posted an Instagram video calling his new album 'Set In Stone' the album of the year and mocking 50 Cent’s low‑sales claim; 50 Cent retorted with insults and a clip alleging Ross’s ticket sales are fl 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rick-ross-counters-50-cents-albumsales-claims-declares-set-in-stone-album-of-the-year ### 2026-07-23: Rick Ross releases 12th album “Set in Stone” Rick Ross drops his 12th album “Set in Stone,” branding himself the “Miami Martin Scorsese.” The record features lavish production and typical wealth‑focused lyrics but receives mixed reviews for its unevenness 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rick-ross-releases-12th-album-set-in-stone ### 2026-07-16: Rick Ross drops 'Set in Stone' album, supports LeBron joining Heat Rick Ross released his new album Set in Stone, earning mixed reviews, and later urged LeBron James to join the Miami Heat, citing branding and business benefits. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/rick-ross-drops-set-in-stone-album-supports-lebron-joining-heat --- Cite as: Rick Ross 'Set in Stone' slump, 50 Cent feud escalates. 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