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All About the Benjamins: The Slang, the Song, and the Movie
The Slang: Benjamins
The term "Benjamins" is slang for 100-dollar bills, which feature the image of Benjamin Franklin, one of the founding fathers of the United States. The term is often used in hip-hop lyrics and other contexts to refer to money in general.
The Song: "All About the Benjamins"
In 1997, rapper Lil Kim released the song "All About the Benjamins," which became a hit single. The song is about the importance of pursuing monetary prosperity and emphasizes the role that money plays in achieving a successful and comfortable life.
The Movie: "All About the Benjamins"
In 2002, a buddy action comedy film titled "All About the Benjamins" was released. The film stars Ice Cube and Mike Epps as two friends who get involved in a high-stakes heist to steal a large sum of money. The film's title references both the slang term for 100-dollar bills and the Lil Kim song.
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