AN unknown Scots singer is being schooled in the gangsta lifestyle by one of the world's top experts - 50 Cent.
Cambuslang's David John was hand-picked by Fiddy to support the rap megastar on his recent UK tour dates.
And he received an incredible insight into the behind-the-scenes glamour and high-rolling life he may one day enjoy if he hits the big time thanks to the help of his new pal - when Fiddy invited him to join him In Da Club post-gig.
David said: "Fiddy and I hung out in the clubs for a while after the shows and he must have had about 20 women round him.
"He was so down to earth but every night he'd walk in with G-Unit's Lloyd Banks and Tony Yayo with 20 different chicks.
"That guy is gangsta. I was the only UK support act and was in with them every day of the UK tour."
David, 26, admits he was blown away by the reality of the rap star lifestyle, and Fiddy was keen to coach him in how best to make the most of the life he will soon be leading himself - by taking it easy.
The legend's tips paid off too - David soon had girls tossing their undies at him.
He said: "I thought I pretty much knew everything before I went on tour with Fifty, but it definitely opened my eyes to see what it's like to be at the top of your game.
"He told me 'What you've got to do is chill and relax more and do your thing. You've got lovers and haters, but do your thing no matter what anyone says. You're creating music from scratch and that's what it's all about. Just go out and perform'.
"I did that and got a few teddy bears and pairs of underwear when I was walking into the lobby of our hotel in Ireland."
David was asked to join Fiddy on his UK tour after being discovered by a New York music scout when he was strumming along with a pal on holiday in Lanzarote.
Fiddy and his pals at Violator Records were impressed by his soulful, Motown-inspired sound and swooped to book him.
David, who is signed to Pure Chuffed Records, working in conjunction with Violator, now releases his debut single Mrs Vegas for download via iTunes on April 20 and his debut album, The New King of Scotland, later in the year.
Having come a long way since singing with pop group Right Now, David is planning to visit Fiddy - and they are discussing a collaboration.
He said: "I might hook up with Fiddy in the US when he gets back.
"I'm sending him a few track ideas and I'll take it from there.
"I'll focus on the first and second single and hopefully a collaboration will come in the near future."
