Marshal Bruce Mathers III, best known by his stage name "Eminem" is an American rap artist, record producer, film actor and singer. Regarded as one of the best rappers in the world, Eminem has his own style when it comes to music. His lyrics usually depict his troubled childhood, his life struggles with drugs and loneliness and the failures of the government. His albums are usually panned by critics as they contain foul language and violent scenes, but this hasn't stopped him from becoming a global phenomenon.
Eminem attained mainstream success in the 90s with his greatest hit single known as
The Real Slim Shady. He has also won an Academy award for his song
Lose Yourself featured in the motion picture
8 Mile. Always considered to be a controversial rapper, he has been the center of attention for all the wrong reasons but is still regarded by many fellow rappers as one of the best in the field. So all you Eminem fans, let's have a look at some of his best songs.
TOP TEN SONGS BY EMINEM
| Lose YourselfThe hit soundtrack from the motion picture 8 Mile, this song is an anthem for every underdog or someone who wants to be something in this world. Lose yourself was the first Eminem track to capture the #1 spot on the US Billboard single charts. It was also one of the most downloaded tracks, the number reaching 2 million. Lose yourself comes in as #1 in this list. |
| StanListen to Stan and you will realize why people worship Eminem. Stan shows a new vulnerable Eminem, one that raises several sympathy eyebrows without even raising his voice. Dido's Thank You plays in the background while Eminem raps out some awesome words. It is still referred to as Eminem's best work and has won him great accolades. Stan refers to the madness of an admirer for his idol. |
| When I'm GoneEminem came back to being emotional with this song. When I'm Gone is Eminem pouring his heart out to us. He reveals his personal demons, his failed marriage, his long absence from the music scene and how all this affects his daughter Hallie, in this song. He has once again sought inspiration from within and tried to imagine the lonely life that his daughter (Hallie) might be living without her parents. |
| Cleaning Out My ClosetUsually, Eminem songs have a deeper meaning than an average rap song that you will come across. There is always something to look out for in his lyrics. After his father walked out, Eminem had a harrowing upbringing at the hands of a single mother who was a drug addict. Over the years he has cursed everyone who has been remotely connected to his life including his mother. In this song, he is apologizing to her for using such harsh words, he was just trying to tell his story and not humiliate anyone. |
| MockingbirdIf you have been a keen observer of Eminem's music, you might know the one thing he can't handle is relationships. He always feels that he never gave enough time to his daughter, and how his broken marriage and substance abuse problems have affected his little one's life. He knows what it is like to grow up without a father and he doesn't want his daughter to face the same experience. He is trying to be there as much as he can for her but his work commitments keep him on the road always. |
| The Real Slim ShadyThe song that made Eminem what he is today! This was a highly requested song on every radio station and made Eminem a household name. It is pretty easy to sing and just impossible to forget. In Slim Shady he has taken a friendly jab on every music artist, a great Eminem song. The song won an MTV Video Award and a Grammy and is regarded a classic rap song. |
| Sing for the MomentTaken from Aerosmith's book of songs, Eminem gave it a new definition, with Joe Perry's piercing guitar strokes and the voice of Steven Tyler, this was a great song. No one could have done it better than Eminem, I urge all Aerosmith fans to please listen to this wonderful tribute. A great combination of Rap and Rock, Sing for the Moment is a song that can define all moods. |
| Guilty ConscienceCollaboration with Dr. Dre, Eminem sings about morals. This song describes the choices that people make and how it affects their future. Eminem is credited with writing Dr. Dre's and his verses. The track is filled with words that can offend a lot of people, but controversies and famous rappers like Eminem are old friends and they usually run parallel. |
| We as AmericansWith this song, Eminem shifted his music towards political candidness in his album The Eminem Show. With some amazing piano loops in the backdrop, Eminem hurts everyone from the cops to the President. He shouts out to his fellow Americans to open their eyes and see what's wrong with themselves, and then try to change the system. He advises them to be prepared for the uncertain future which could bring good or bad news. |
| The Way I AmHe has targeted no one, insulted no one, just defending his sole right to survive as an unapologetic, foul mouthed, lyrically equipped rap artist who can't stand boy-bands. Most critics considered The Way I Am a monotonous song with no soul, but millions of Eminem's admirers were happy to see their idol back with vengeance. After all he has always loved his fans and cussed the critics. |
Other Great Songs by Eminem
Eminem is one of the best selling rappers in the history of rap music. Since his debut in 1996, he has never looked back. Winning more than 11 Grammy awards and an Oscar has made him a household name all across the globe. Listing only 10 Eminem songs doesn't do justice to him, hence here are some more amazing tracks.
- Remember Me ~ Eminem feat. RBX & Sticky Fingaz
- Stay Wide Awake
- Rock Bottom
- Role Model
- Yellow Brick Road
- Just Lose It
- Beautiful
- Superman ~ Eminem feat. Dina Rae
- Just Don't Give a F**k
- Underground
- Hailie's Song
- Like Toy Soldiers
- Bitch Please II ~ Eminem feat. Dr. Dre, Nate Dogg, Snoop Dogg & Xzibit
- Under the Influence ~ Eminem feat. D12
- Love The Way You Lie ~ Eminem feat. Rihanna
- Not Afraid
Music lovers call his talent incomparable and many music magazines have called him the best rapper of the generation. Millions flock to venues where his concerts are held and every major music festival is considered incomplete if he is not performing in it. This article was a small tribute to this man's greatness, hope you enjoyed reading it.
