A Song Wall What is the meaning behind "Basically, boy, you're never gonna be capable Of keepin' up with the same pace, lookin' boy, 'cause—"? Rap God by Eminem - A Song Wall
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What is the meaning behind “Basically, boy, you’re never gonna be capable Of keepin’ up with the same pace, lookin’ boy, ’cause—”? Rap God by Eminem

  • by imrk
  • March 24, 2023

Here, the idiom pace “keep pace” is used literally, as Marshall is spitting at breakneck speed, as well as figuratively, as he believes no one will ever catch up to his level of success or artistic achievement. After all, he is Slim Shady…