Eminem

General Information Marshall Bruce Mathers III, known professionally as Eminem American rapper, songwriter, record producer, and actor from Detroit, Michigan Born on October 17th 1972 Member of D12 and Bad Meets Evil.

Achievements Best-selling artist of the 2000s in the United States Won Best Rap Album many times; Grammy total 15. Ten number-one albums Sold more than 172 million albums Starred in the hip hop film 8 Mile.

Top Songs 1. Lose Yourself 2. Love The Way You Lie 3. Without Me 4. Not Afraid 5. The Real Slim Shady 6. Stan 7. Shake That 8. Mockingbird 9. When I'm Gone 10. Sing For The Moment 11. Like Toy Soldiers

Stan (Song) One of Eminem's most critically acclaimed songs Pitchfork Media calling it "a cultural milestone” Deals with his new found fame, taking on the persona of a deranged fan, (Stan) who kills himself at the end of the song. The song is listed by many as the greatest hip-hop song of all time Ranked #3 on a list of the greatest rap songs in history by Q magazine.

8 Mile Video

Social Change Initiated His songs use realistic story telling that deliver a message that touches the hearts of people worldwide. Particularly influential in rap music Used to popular rappers with big chains talking about big cars, money and girls. First in the rap game to expose himself the way he does Described as a ‘culture stealer’ by closed minded people like Benzino Opened hip hop to a larger audience

Social Change Initiated (Cont’d) Grew up and has grown roots within hip hop culture living proof that hip hop can break intolerance, racism and that people from different ethnies can work together. His music is a bridge between Blacks and Whites. Opened people’s eyes about white people’s situation in the ghetto. “You looked at the biggest rapper in the world and he was a White dude. It opened up the floodgates to a whole new demographic of audience members.” Macklemore

Discussion Question Do you feel that Eminem had a positive impact on up and coming white rappers?

Multiple Choice Questions What is Eminem’s number 1 song? Mockingbird Lose Yourself Sing For The Moment Hotline Bling

Multiple Choice Questions 2. Which rapper said that Eminem opened the door for other up and coming white rappers? Coop G-Eazy Macklemore Drake

Multiple Choice Questions 3. Eminem raps mostly about Money and cars Partying and women Life experiences His time spent in the army

References Eminem's Impact Is FAR Beyond That of Hip Hop - What You Talking Bout. (2015). Retrieved March 21, 2016, from http://whatyoutalkingbout.com/eminems-impact-is-far-beyond-that-of-hip-hop/ 8 Mile - Final Battle - Eminem VS Papa Doc (HD Video & Audio). (n.d.). Retrieved March 21, 2016, from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHE0wmgljco Eminem To Re-release. (2016). Retrieved March 21, 2016, from http://www.kvegas.com/eminem-to-re-release-the-slim-shady-lp-on-cassette/ Eminem's impact on society. (2004). Retrieved March 21, 2016, from https://gavinsblog.com/2004/02/eminems-impact-on-society/ Eminem’s Impact:The Gift and the Curse. (2010). Retrieved March 21, 2016, from https://escobar300.wordpress.com/2010/06/14/eminems-impactthe-gift-and-the-curse/