Maino - Bleed Like Us
Brooklyn rapper Maino returns with the intense new single “Bleed Like Us,” a gritty diss track aimed at fellow New York rap icon 50 Cent. Released in March 2026, the song quickly gained attention across hip-hop media as the latest chapter in a growing feud between the two artists.
The track showcases Maino’s aggressive lyrical style and direct approach, as he addresses the conflict head-on while reaffirming his presence in New York’s competitive rap scene.
“Bleed Like Us” arrived shortly after 50 Cent released music and social media content that appeared to mock several rappers, including Maino. In response, the Brooklyn MC stepped into the booth and delivered a diss record targeting the G-Unit founder.
On the song, Maino criticizes 50 Cent’s public persona and references several controversies surrounding the rapper, turning the feud into a lyrical battle rather than just online exchanges.
The release reflects a long tradition in hip-hop where rivalries are often settled through diss tracks, pushing artists to sharpen their lyricism and respond directly through music.
Musically, “Bleed Like Us” draws inspiration from classic East Coast hip-hop. The track reportedly takes cues from The Notorious B.I.G.’s legendary record “Niggas Bleed,” giving the song a dark, storytelling-driven atmosphere.
The instrumental carries a raw, street-focused vibe that allows Maino to deliver pointed bars and calculated punchlines aimed directly at his rival. Throughout the track, he flips references to some of 50 Cent’s well-known records while questioning aspects of his legacy.
Lyrically, the song is unapologetically confrontational. Maino challenges 50 Cent’s credibility, accuses him of exaggerating parts of his past, and calls out his habit of publicly trolling other artists.
Rather than subtle jabs, the track delivers direct commentary on their rivalry, turning the record into a statement of defiance and confidence from the Brooklyn rapper.
Lyrics
[Intro]
Man this nigga, ay
Hahahaha
This nigga made us wait four months for that shit?
Let’s rap about it, nigga, let’s get it
[Chorus]
Niggas bleed just like us
Picture me bein’ scared of a nigga that never shot nothin’ or killed shit
Niggas bleed just like us
Picture me bein’ shook of a nigga that beat up old women and not men
They bleed just like us
Nigga, we don’t believe you
You gon’ have to prove it to me, need more people
They bleed just like us
Boo-Boo, you just a joke
Enough of all that trollin’ shit, I want the smoke
[Verse]
Enough of all the gimmicks and tries, we on your top again
You was just a product of lies and strong marketin’
Always seen the bitch in your еyes, you a comedian
You nevеr took a life in your life, you was obedient
Be careful when you come at me, nigga, you couldn’t humble me
Why the ones you beef with end up in fair custody?
50 Ways to Catch a Killer, is that your energy?
Only Black men, no white man is your enemy?
Queens niggas love me, Curtis, let’s rap about it
Di-Didn’t Free smack you, you ain’t do jack about it
All that killer imagery, but you only just rapped about it
You a false god, shot nine times, you capped about it
You-you overrated, this is your day to get deflated
Only white kids in the ‘burbs thought you was gangster
We fuck with you ‘cause of your story, thought you was like us
Just to find out this whole time, you was the wankster
Fake fuck nigga, your bars is prosthetic
La-Lately you been lookin’ unhealthy, you diabetic
This is disrespect to the fullest, so I said it
You never been a bully to me, boy, I’m with it
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[Chorus]
Niggas bleed just like us
Picture me bein’ scared of a nigga that never shot nothin’ or killed shit
Niggas bleed just like us
Picture me bein’ shook of a nigga that beat up old women and not men
They bleed just like us
Nigga, we don’t believe you
You gon’ have to prove it to me, need more people
They bleed just like us
Boo-Boo, you just a joke
Enough of all that trollin’ shit, I want the smoke
[Outro]
Wha-What’s up, Fi’?
You really do want it, Fi’?
All them bitches said that you beat ‘em, you buggin’, Fi’?
All them sex workers that beat her, you know it, Fi’
Gettin’ rich wasn’t enough, still wanna die?

