ThePoweruniverse is known for its high-stakes drama, gritty action, and incredible performances, but one of its most underrated aspects is the franchise’s incredible theme songs.Having co-created the series alongside Courtney A. Kemp, 50 Cent has been massively involved inPower, even playing one of its most iconic characters, Kanan Stark. Although he was one of the show’s main antagonists, Kanan became popular among audiences, growing into one ofPower’s best charactersand even getting his own spinoff. Still, 50 Cent’s influence on the franchise didn’t end there, as he was a major part of every theme song.
AcrossPower’s 4 shows, there have been three opening songs, all of which are made by 50 Cent. AlthoughPower Book: II Ghostshares the same theme song as the original series,Raising KananandForceeach have their own unique opening sounds that wouldn’t have been possible without the legendary musician. While it may be difficult torankPower’s best shows, it’s even harder to compare the theme songs. Each one is an absolute banger in its own right, but one of 50 Cent’s classic themes just about manages to edge out the other two.
3"Power Powder Respect" by 50 Cent (ft. Jeremih & Lil Durk)
Power Book IV: Force
Given how smooth and atmosphericPower Book IV: Force’s opening song is, it feels harsh to put “Power Powder Respect” at the bottom of the list, but I prefer to think of it as a very admirable third place. The song’s laid-back beat works incredibly well with 50 Cent, Jeremih, and Lil Durk’s vocals blending nicely to produce a catchy yet gangster sound. Fittingly, the title and message of the song perfectly capture the show’s plot, as Tommy’s move to Chicago is all about taking over the city’s drug trade to get both money and respect.
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With theconfirmation thatPower Book IV: Forceseason 3will be the show’s final installment, the lyrics may eventually come to fruition, but it will be sad to say goodbye to this amazing theme song. Unfortunately, despite having great verses from everyone involved and setting the tone for arguablyPower’s best spinoff,“Power Powder Respect” just falls short of the franchise’s other openings. While it may be a relatively calm introduction to each episode and an equally great listen outside the show, the song still lacks the same powerful identity as 50 Cent’s other two tracks, despite its quality.
2"Part Of The Game" by 50 Cent (ft. NLE Choppa & Rileyy Lanez)
Power Book III: Raising Kanan
The upbeat, old-school vibe “Part Of The Game” brings toPowermakes it the franchise’s most distinct song, and one of the best modern themes around. 50 Cent delivers both a spectacular verse and sings the memorable chorus, helping the track stand out from the franchise’s other openings. In addition, NLE Choppa offers something different with his fast-flowing verse, while Rileyy Lanez’s vocals expertly bring the song together. GivenRaising Kananis set in the 90s, it makes perfect sense that “Part Of The Game” takes a less modern approach, but it still manages to matchPower’s overall sound.
Power Book III: Raising Kananwill be the only ongoingPowerspinoff asGhostandForcewere both canceled, but a fourth spinoff is in the works.
WithPower Book III: Raising Kananrenewed for season 4, the track’s legacy will only grow as each passing season turns it into a more classic TV theme song. The bouncy instrumental towards the end of the intro features Rileyy Lanez’s voice over the top, which is the ideal way to start each episode, andRaising Kananwouldn’t be the same without it. There is very little to criticize when it comes to the spinoff’s opening, but despite all three artists doing a fantastic job, “Part Of The Game” still doesn’t passPower’s oldest intro.
1"Big Rich Town" by 50 Cent
Power & Power Book II: Ghost
Powerfeaturing “Big Rich Town” in two separate shows isn’t a coincidence, and the franchise reuses the track for good reason. Maybe it’s the nostalgia fromPower’s premiere over a decade ago that makes the song so iconic, or maybe it’s just that good, but 50 Cent’s original theme song remains the best of the bunch. It is absolutely dripping with personality and while 50 Cent tried remixing the tune alongside Trey Songz and A Boogie Wit da Hoodie in season 6, it didn’t hold a candle to the original which made its return just two episodes later.
The chorus describes the desperation to make it in a big city, even if it means breaking the law, which perfectly sums up Ghost’s journey throughout the show.
The clever lyrics, vibrant sound, and powerful beat all combine to make “Big Rich Town” a franchise-defining song, and it remains a fan favorite 10 years after its debut. The chorus describes the desperation to make it in a big city, even if it means breaking the law, which perfectly sums up Ghost’s journey throughout the show. Its use inPower Book II: Ghostonly makes the track more important, as it symbolizes Tariq is following in his father’s footsteps despite resenting him.
Even without how well it reflects the franchise’s overall story and the sort of luxurious tone associated withPower,50 Cent’s “Big Rich Town” is still a fantastic song that can be enjoyed without knowing anything about the series, and it is definitely an underrated part of the artist’s incredible discography.
Power
Power, released in 2014, follows a successful New York entrepreneur who covertly leads a drug empire catering to wealthy elites. As he seeks to leave the criminal world behind and protect his family, he navigates the precarious balance between his dual identities.
