In 2009, Eminem got to induct Run D.M.C. , one of his favorite groups, into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame . He dressed accordingly:
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What is the meaning behind “Me? I’m a product of Rakim Lakim Shabazz, 2Pac, N.W.A, Cube, hey Doc, Ren Yella, Eazy, thank you, “? Rap God by Eminem
Following his shout out to Busta Rhymes, Em lists some of his other major inspirations. ul li Rakim – The rapper who brought rap a quantum leap forward in terms of rhyme schemes and syllables. li Lakim Shabazz – most likely inspired the militant aspect of Eminem’s lyrics, such as songs like “Mosh” . His …
What is the meaning behind “MCs get taken to school with this music ‘Cause I use it as a vehicle to “bus the rhyme” Now I lead a new school full of students”? Rap God by Eminem
strong Bust a rhyme is a play on the name of rapper Busta Rhymes , who started his career in the group Leaders of the New School . Just like Busta, Eminem is a student turned teacher and now teaching the new generation how to rap . He’s taking these rappers to school like buses …
What is the meaning behind “Did nothing but shoot for the Moon since (Pew!)”? Rap God by Eminem
The lunar reference here goes along with the previous lyric about strong hitting the Earth like an asteroid . Em also says “pew” in the background, a common sound effect for a laser. Lasers are usually seen as futuristic space weapons like in Star Wars , and particularly in 28video_game%29 video games . Busta Rhymes, …
What is the meaning behind “Hit the Earth like an asteroid”? Rap God by Eminem
Em “hit the earth like an asteroid” in Lil Wayne ’s “Drop The World” video . This line is similar to a track on Nas ‘ legendary album Illmatic , “It Ain’t Hard To Tell” : Hit the Earth like a comet – invasion! Nas is like the Afrocentric Asian Half-man, half-amazin’
What is the meaning behind “Everybody loves to root for a nuisance”? Rap God by Eminem
This is Slim Shady in a nutshell. His music throughout his entire career has always been controversial, thus referring to his fans always supporting his insane lyrics. “A nuisance, who sent? You sent for me?” (“Without Me”).
What is the meaning behind “Well, to be truthful the blueprint’s Simply rage and youthful exuberance”? Rap God by Eminem
Following from the previous line, according to Eminem, the secret to longevity in rap is to have the energy of a newcomer and to be angry, like he is. A few examples of Em’s raging: ol li Arguing with Moby . li Em’s disturbing fantasies regarding Kim . li Or even the accusations of homophobia …
What is the meaning behind “Everybody want the key and the secret to rap immortality like Ι have got”? Rap God by Eminem
Gods are immortal. Eminem claims that as a rap god, he has the key to rap immortality. Everybody wishes they could stay in the game as long as Em without completely falling off. He’s one of the oldest rappers and still spits with the same ferocity as he did when he first came out. Is …
What is the meaning behind “Let me show you maintainin’ this shit ain’t that hard, that hard”? Rap God by Eminem
Many rappers have come and gone with 15 minutes in the spotlight, whereas Eminem has lasted as a force to be reckoned with in the rap game for over a decade. But while others find it a struggle to stay on top, Eminem does it effortlessly. In relation to the last line, slapboxing is considered …