Eminem Quotes

A collection of quotes by Eminem.

Eminem, born Marshall Bruce Mathers III on October 17, 1972, is a highly acclaimed American rapper, songwriter, and record producer. He rose to prominence in the late 1990s with his unique and provocative style of rapping that often delved into personal and controversial themes.

Growing up in Detroit, Michigan, Eminem faced a challenging childhood marked by poverty, struggles with personal relationships, and emotional turmoil. His experiences served as a profound source of inspiration for his music. In 1996, he released his debut album, "Infinite," which garnered limited success. However, it was his second studio album, "The Slim Shady LP" in 1999, that propelled him to international fame.

Eminem's raw and introspective lyrics, combined with his exceptional wordplay and distinctive flow, revolutionized the rap genre. Often addressing his own life experiences, his music navigates themes such as addiction, depression, and the societal issues prevalent in modern-day America. His alter ego, Slim Shady, allowed him to explore more controversial and satirical aspects of his artistry.

Over the years, Eminem has established himself as one of the best-selling artists in the world, with numerous chart-topping albums and hit singles, including "Lose Yourself," which earned him an Academy Award for Best Original Song. He has also received numerous accolades, including 15 Grammy Awards. Despite occasional periods of inactivity, Eminem's impact on rap and popular culture remains significant, solidifying his place among the greatest artists of all time.

Somewhere deep down there's a decent man in me, he just can'

Somewhere deep down there's a decent man in me, he just can't be found.

I'm stupid, I'm ugly, I'm dumb, I smell. Did I mention I'm s

I'm stupid, I'm ugly, I'm dumb, I smell. Did I mention I'm stupid?

A lot of the problems I had with fame I was bringing on myse

A lot of the problems I had with fame I was bringing on myself. A lot of self-loathing, a lot of woe-is-me. Now I'm learning to see the positive side of things, instead of, like, 'I can't go to Kmart. I can't take my kids to the haunted house.'

Honestly, I'd love to be remembered as one of the best to ev

Honestly, I'd love to be remembered as one of the best to ever pick up a mic, but if I'm doing my part to lessen some racial tension I feel good about what I'm doing.

Anybody with a sense of humor is going to put on my album an

Anybody with a sense of humor is going to put on my album and laugh from beginning to end.

I am whatever you say I am; if I wasn't, then why would you

I am whatever you say I am; if I wasn't, then why would you say I am.

Truth Hate Honesty

Before I was famous, when I was just working in Gilbert's Lo

Before I was famous, when I was just working in Gilbert's Lodge, everything was moving in slow motion.

Sometimes I feel like rap music is almost the key to stoppin

Sometimes I feel like rap music is almost the key to stopping racism.

I try to treat all the money I'm making like it's the last t

I try to treat all the money I'm making like it's the last time I'm going to make it.

I'd go to, like, six different schools in one year. We were

I'd go to, like, six different schools in one year. We were on welfare, and my mom never ever worked.

If people take anything from my music, it should be motivati

If people take anything from my music, it should be motivation to know that anything is possible as long as you keep working at it and don't back down.

Anything I've ever said, I certainly was feeling at the time

Anything I've ever said, I certainly was feeling at the time.

Music is so therapeutic for me that if I can't get it out, I

Music is so therapeutic for me that if I can't get it out, I start feeling bad about myself - a lot of self-loathing.

If there's not drama and negativity in my life, all my songs

If there's not drama and negativity in my life, all my songs will be really wack and boring or something.

You know, fame is a funny thing, man, especially, you know,

You know, fame is a funny thing, man, especially, you know, actors, musicians, rappers, rock singers, it's kind of a lifestyle and it's easy to get caught up in it - you go to bars, you go to clubs, everyone's doing a certain thing... It's tough.

It feels good to have your work respected again.

It feels good to have your work respected again.

Trust is hard to come by. That's why my circle is small and

Trust is hard to come by. That's why my circle is small and tight. I'm kind of funny about making new friends.

I need drama in my life to keep making music.

I need drama in my life to keep making music.

I love the attention but I don't like too much of it.

I love the attention but I don't like too much of it.

The kids are old enough now - I just want to let them be kid

The kids are old enough now - I just want to let them be kids. I don't want to comment on them too much. They're at an age where I just want to let them be kids.