Discover the story of the song > The Funeral – 50 Cent

The lyrics of the song describe a funeral where the protagonist is observing the scene. The funeral is for a young boy who was killed in a shootout. The protagonist reflects on how common these types of funerals are and how it could have easily been him in the coffin. The boy's mother speaks at the funeral, showing her love for him despite his troubled actions. The protagonist notices someone in the room who may have given the boy the weapon used in the shooting. The lyrics also mention the dangerous environment the protagonist lives in, with references to violence, police, and the presence of grimy individuals. In the end, the protagonist decides to leave the funeral and reflect on the fact that not everyone can succeed and that sometimes you have to face the consequences of your actions.