50 Cent: 'I can't date a normal person'

50 Cent has blamed his romantic troubles on being a celebrity, saying it is impossible for him to have a relationship with a "normal" person.

The rapper was rumoured to be dating R'n'B star Ciara, but she spoke out to deny the reports last month.

He has also been linked to actress Vivica A Fox and has a son with a previous girlfriend.

However, the 32-year-old - real name Curtis Jackson - claimed his schedule would be difficult for a non-celebrity to handle, saying: "I have a lot going on and it's tough. Let's say that I'd commit to someone who is 'normal' and has a 'normal' lifestyle. But I think they would feel neglected on some levels."

Jackson recently defended his decision not to quit music after losing his much-hyped chart battle with rival Kanye West.