King Combs’ diss track included lines that referenced 50 Cent’s classic “Many Men,” but it quickly became apparent that he might have crossed a line. 50 Cent, who came up in the unforgiving streets of Queens, has always maintained a fearsome reputation, and he has never shied away from using that reputation to protect his own. Unlike King Combs, who grew up in luxury, 50 Cent had to earn everything from a young age, battling through a violent world that hardened him. And his enemies—both in music and in business—know that he’s not to be messed with. From outlasting rival Ja Rule to calling out Diddy for alleged scandals, 50 has a history of outsmarting and outlasting those who challenge him.

What makes this feud particularly intense is that 50 Cent isn’t just reacting to a diss track. Over the years, he has repeatedly targeted Diddy, calling him out over scandals and even considering a documentary about him. To 50, this isn’t just about music; it’s about a lifetime of respect, and he is intent on making sure that King Combs, and anyone else, knows that. Unlike King Combs, who seems unfazed by the warnings of industry insiders, 50 Cent has no fear about using everything in his arsenal to remind everyone who’s in charge.

As King Combs moves forward, he may realize he’s in over his head, entering into a conflict with someone who’s not only a legend in rap but also a master of calculated attacks. While King Combs is free to make his music, he may be unknowingly inviting disaster by poking a man who has survived the streets and emerged stronger. Only time will tell if King Combs can withstand the storm he’s summoned, but one thing’s for sure: 50 Cent isn’t a figure to disrespect lightly.