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'Till I Collapse
Eminem Lyrics


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'Cause sometimes you just feel tired (yo, left, yo, left)
You feel weak (yo left, right, left)
And when you feel weak (yo, left)
You feel like you wanna just give up (yo, left)
But you gotta search within you (yo left, right, left)
You gotta find that inner strength (yo, left) (yo, left)
And just pull that shit out of you (yo left, right, left)
And get that motivation to not give up (yo, left, yo, left)
And not be a quitter (yo, left, yo, left)
No matter how bad you wanna just fall flat on your face and collapse (yo left, right, left)

'Til I collapse I'm spilling these raps long as you feel 'em
'Til the day that I drop you'll never say that I'm not killing 'em
'Cause when I am not, then I'ma stop pennin' 'em
And I am not hip-hop and I'm just not Eminem
Subliminal thoughts, when I'ma stop sending 'em?
Women are caught in webs, spin 'em and hock venom
Adrenaline shots of penicillin could not get the illin' to stop
Amoxicillin's just not real enough
The criminal, cop killing, hip-hop villain
A minimal swap to cop millions of Pac listeners
You're coming with me, feel it or not
You're gonna fear it like I showed you the spirit of God lives in us
You hear it a lot, lyrics that shock, is it a miracle (ohh, ohh, ohh)
Or am I just a product of pop fizzing up (ohh, ohh)
Fo' shizzle my wizzle, this is the plot, listen up (ohh, ohh, ohh)
You bizzles forgot, Slizzle does not give a fuck (ohh, ohh)

'Til the roof comes off, 'til the lights go out
'Til my legs give out, can't shut my mouth
'Til the smoke clears out, am I high? Perhaps
I'ma rip this shit 'til my bone collapse (until the roof)
'Til the roof comes off, 'til the lights go out (until the roof) (the roof comes off)
'Til my legs give out, can't shut my mouth (the roof comes off) (until my legs)
'Til the smoke clears out, am I high? Perhaps (until my legs)
I'ma rip this shit 'til my bone collapse (give out from underneath me)

Music is like magic, there's a certain feeling you get
When you're real and you spit and people are feeling your shit
This is your moment, and every single minute you spend
Tryna hold onto it 'cause you may never get it again
So while you're in it try to get as much shit as you can
And when your run is over just admit when it's at its end
'Cause I'm at the end of my wits with half the shit that gets in
I got a list, here's the order of my list that it's in
It goes, Reggie, Jay-Z, Tupac and Biggie
Andre from Outkast, Jada, Kurupt, Nas and then me
But in this industry I'm the cause of a lot of envy
So when I'm not put on this list the shit does not offend me
That's why you see me walk around like nothing's bothering me (ohh, ohh, ohh)
Even though half you people got a fuckin' problem with me (ohh, ohh)
You hate it but you know respect you've got to give me (ohh, ohh, ohh)
The press's wet dream, like Bobby and Whitney, Nate hit me (ohh, ohh)

'Til the roof comes off, 'til the lights go out
'Til my legs give out, can't shut my mouth
'Til the smoke clears out, am I high? Perhaps
I'ma rip this shit 'til my bone collapse (until the roof)
'Til the roof comes off, 'til the lights go out (until the roof) (the roof comes off)
'Til my legs give out, can't shut my mouth (the roof comes off) (until my legs)
'Til the smoke clears out, am I high? Perhaps (until my legs)
I'ma rip this shit 'til my bone collapse (give out from underneath me)

Soon as a verse starts, I eat at an MC's heart
What is he thinking? How not to go against me? Smart
And it's absurd how people hang on every word
I'll probably never get the props I feel I ever deserve
But I'll never be served, my spot is forever reserved
If I ever leave earth that would be the death of me first
'Cause in my heart of hearts I know nothing could ever be worse
That's why I'm clever when I put together every verse
My thoughts are sporadic, I act like I'm an addict
I rap like I'm addicted to smack like I'm Kim Mathers
But I don't wanna go forth and back in constant battles
The fact is I would rather sit back and bomb some rappers
So this is like a full blown attack I'm launching at 'em (ohh, ohh, ohh)
The track is on some battlin' raps who want some static (ohh, ohh)
'Cause I don't really think that the fact that I'm Slim matters (ohh, ohh, ohh)
A plaque and platinum status is wack if I'm not the baddest (ohh, ohh)

'Til the roof comes off, 'til the lights go out
'Til my legs give out, can't shut my mouth
'Til the smoke clears out, am I high? Perhaps
I'ma rip this shit 'til my bone collapse (until the roof)
'Til the roof comes off, 'til the lights go out (until the roof) (the roof comes off)
'Til my legs give out, can't shut my mouth (the roof comes off) (until my legs)
'Til the smoke clears out, am I high? Perhaps (until my legs)
I'ma rip this shit 'til my bone collapse (give out from underneath me)

Until the roof (until the roof)
The roof comes off (the roof comes off)
Until my legs (until my legs)
Give out from underneath me now

I, I will not fall
I will stand tall
Feels like no one can beat me

Overall Meaning

In Eminem's song 'Till I Collapse,' he explores the concept of perseverance and inner strength in the face of adversity. The song opens with Eminem speaking about feeling tired and weak, but he encourages himself to find the strength within him to keep going, even when he feels like giving up. He also reflects on the intense work ethic that has made him successful, and how he will continue to work hard until he physically cannot any longer.


Throughout the song, Eminem uses metaphors to describe his dedication to the craft of music. He likens his music to magic, saying that it can create a certain feeling in people, and he admits that he is addicted to rapping. He also admits that he is often the target of envy in the music industry, which doesn't sit well with him, but he knows that he has to keep pushing himself to be the best. The song is about overcoming obstacles, pushing through pain and exhaustion, and staying committed to one's goals, even in the face of adversity.


One of the signature features of the song is its repeated use of military-style cadences, which serve to drive home the message of endurance and resilience. In addition, Eminem's lyrics are full of imagery and wordplay, creating a sense of urgency and intensity that reflects the song's subject matter. 'Till I Collapse' has become a popular anthem for athletes, soldiers, and anyone else who needs a boost of motivation and inspiration to keep working towards their goals.


Line by Line Meaning

'Cause sometimes you just feel tired (yo, left, yo, left)
There are moments when you experience exhaustion, physically and mentally.


You feel weak (yo left, right, left)
During those times of tiredness, you also feel a lack of strength or resilience.


And when you feel weak (yo, left)
When you're in a state of weakness and vulnerability.


You feel like you wanna just give up (yo, left)
There is a strong urge to surrender and abandon your efforts.


But you gotta search within you (yo left, right, left)
However, you must dig deep within yourself to find the determination and perseverance to continue.


You gotta find that inner strength (yo, left) (yo, left)
You need to discover the inner power and resilience that will fuel your determination to keep going.


And just pull that shit out of you (yo left, right, left)
Then, you must unleash that inner strength and harness it to overcome the difficult challenges.


And get that motivation to not give up (yo, left, yo, left)
Find the motivation and inspiration needed to resist the temptation of quitting.


And not be a quitter (yo, left, yo, left)
Refuse to be someone who gives up easily and lacks perseverance.


No matter how bad you wanna just fall flat on your face and collapse (yo left, right, left)
Even when everything inside you wishes to surrender and fail miserably.


'Til I collapse I'm spilling these raps long as you feel 'em
I will continue to pour my heart and soul into these rap lyrics as long as they resonate with listeners.


'Til the day that I drop you'll never say that I'm not killing 'em
I will keep impressing and captivating the audience until my last day, and they will never doubt my skill and talent.


'Cause when I am not, then I'ma stop pennin' 'em
If I ever lose my ability to write and create impactful rhymes, that's when I'll stop making music.


And I am not hip-hop and I'm just not Eminem
If I ever deviate from the essence of hip-hop or cease being true to myself as an artist, I am not the rapper known as Eminem.


Subliminal thoughts, when I'ma stop sending 'em?
When will I cease transmitting these subtle, hidden messages through my lyrics?


Women are caught in webs, spin 'em and hock venom
I skillfully manipulate women's emotions and trap them in complex situations, inflicting emotional damage.


Adrenaline shots of penicillin could not get the illin' to stop
Even the most powerful doses of medicine cannot cure the sickness within me, which fuels my drive to create music.


Amoxicillin's just not real enough
Even the medication meant to fight infections falls short compared to the realness and authenticity of my art.


The criminal, cop killing, hip-hop villain
I portray a persona of a criminal who targets law enforcement, a menacing figure in the world of hip-hop.


A minimal swap to cop millions of Pac listeners
With a subtle change in style, I could attract the massive fan base of the late Tupac Shakur.


You're coming with me, feel it or not
Whether you like it or not, I will lead and inspire you through my music.


You're gonna fear it like I showed you the spirit of God lives in us
I will evoke fear and awe in you, just as if I revealed the divine presence residing within us.


You hear it a lot, lyrics that shock, is it a miracle (ohh, ohh, ohh)
You constantly encounter my shocking and thought-provoking lyrics, questioning whether they are truly remarkable or just coincidental.


Or am I just a product of pop fizzing up (ohh, ohh)
Perhaps I am merely a creation of the popular music industry, with my success being temporary and superficial.


Fo' shizzle my wizzle, this is the plot, listen up (ohh, ohh, ohh)
Without a doubt, this is the plan and the story, pay attention and understand its significance.


You bizzles forgot, Slizzle does not give a fuck (ohh, ohh)
You all seem to have forgotten, but I, Eminem, truly do not care about your opinions.


Music is like magic, there's a certain feeling you get
Music possesses a magical quality that invokes specific emotions within individuals.


When you're real and you spit and people are feeling your shit
When you express authenticity and passion through your music, and listeners can deeply connect with your work.


This is your moment, and every single minute you spend
This is your opportunity to shine, make the most of every moment you have.


Tryna hold onto it 'cause you may never get it again
You strive to grasp onto this moment because it may not come around again in the future.


So while you're in it try to get as much shit as you can
While you're experiencing success and recognition, make the most of it and achieve as much as possible.


And when your run is over just admit when it's at its end
Once your period of fame and accomplishment comes to a close, accept and acknowledge its conclusion.


'Cause I'm at the end of my wits with half the shit that gets in
I'm exhausted and frustrated by all the nonsense and obstacles that come my way.


I got a list, here's the order of my list that it's in
I have a ranking of individuals who I consider influential and significant in the rap industry.


It goes, Reggie, Jay-Z, Tupac and Biggie
The list includes legendary rappers, namely Reggie (presumably Redman), Jay-Z, Tupac Shakur, and Biggie Smalls.


Andre from Outkast, Jada, Kurupt, Nas and then me
Additionally, it features influential artists like Andre 3000 of Outkast, Jadakiss, Kurupt, Nas, and finally, myself.


But in this industry I'm the cause of a lot of envy
Within the music industry, I am often the catalyst for feelings of jealousy and resentment among my peers.


So when I'm not put on this list the shit does not offend me
If I am not included in such lists, it does not affect or upset me.


That's why you see me walk around like nothing's bothering me (ohh, ohh, ohh)
This is why I appear to confidently move through life as if nothing troubles or fazes me.


Even though half you people got a fuckin' problem with me (ohh, ohh)
Despite the fact that a significant portion of the population harbors strong negative feelings towards me.


You hate it but you know respect you've got to give me (ohh, ohh, ohh)
Despite disliking my music, you still acknowledge and recognize the talent and respect I deserve.


The press's wet dream, like Bobby and Whitney, Nate hit me (ohh, ohh)
The media takes pleasure in sensationalizing my life, just as they did with the infamous Bobby Brown and Whitney Houston, and the late Nate Dogg supported me.


Soon as a verse starts, I eat at an MC's heart
As soon as I begin rapping, I metaphorically consume and dominate the hearts of other MCs, overpowering them with my skill.


What is he thinking? How not to go against me? Smart
They constantly contemplate their strategies to avoid direct confrontation with me, understanding the consequences of challenging me.


And it's absurd how people hang on every word
It's unbelievable how individuals eagerly latch onto every word I say.


I'll probably never get the props I feel I ever deserve
I will likely never receive the full recognition and praise that I believe I truly deserve.


But I'll never be served, my spot is forever reserved
Regardless, I will never be surpassed or replaced, as my position and influence are securely reserved.


If I ever leave earth that would be the death of me first
Leaving this world and no longer being able to create music would be an unbearable loss for me, akin to death itself.


'Cause in my heart of hearts I know nothing could ever be worse
Deep down, I truly believe that nothing could be more agonizing or devastating than quitting music.


That's why I'm clever when I put together every verse
This is why I meticulously craft and compose each and every verse, employing clever wordplay and rhyme schemes.


My thoughts are sporadic, I act like I'm an addict
My thinking process is erratic and fragmented, mimicking the mindset of a drug addict.


I rap like I'm addicted to smack like I'm Kim Mathers
My style of rapping resembles the behavior of someone intensely addicted to drugs, specifically referencing my ex-wife, Kim Mathers.


But I don't wanna go forth and back in constant battles
However, I no longer desire to engage in ongoing feuds and conflicts.


The fact is I would rather sit back and bomb some rappers
In reality, I prefer to recline and figuratively attack and overpower other rappers through my music.


So this is like a full blown attack I'm launching at 'em (ohh, ohh, ohh)
Consequently, my lyrics and delivery are akin to a powerful assault aimed directly at my adversaries.


The track is on some battlin' raps who want some static (ohh, ohh)
This track is filled with rap verses that incite battles, challenging those who seek confrontation.


'Cause I don't really think that the fact that I'm Slim matters (ohh, ohh, ohh)
Because I don't believe that being Slim Shady (my alter ego) is the determining factor.


A plaque and platinum status is wack if I'm not the baddest (ohh, ohh)
To me, achieving popular recognition like plaques and platinum records is meaningless if I'm not considered the most skilled and dominant rapper.


'Til the roof comes off, 'til the lights go out
I will continue to perform and deliver my best until the venue is in chaos and the lights are extinguished.


'Til my legs give out, can't shut my mouth
I will keep going until I physically can no longer stand or speak.


'Til the smoke clears out, am I high? Perhaps
Even after the chaos dissipates and the dust settles, the lingering question remains: Am I still intoxicated or under the influence of drugs?


I'ma rip this shit 'til my bone collapse (until the roof)
I will relentlessly and intensely deliver my music until I physically and mentally can no longer continue.


Until the roof comes off, 'til the lights go out (until the roof) (the roof comes off)
I will persevere and perform until the venue is in chaos and darkness, metaphorically referring to the peak of my career.


'Til my legs give out, can't shut my mouth (the roof comes off) (until my legs)
Even when I am physically exhausted and can no longer speak, I will keep going, refusing to stop or be silenced.


'Til the smoke clears out, am I high? Perhaps (until my legs)
Even when the chaos and confusion subside, and the influence of drugs may still be affecting me.


I'ma rip this shit 'til my bone collapse (give out from underneath me)
I will continue to tear through the rap industry until I'm physically and mentally depleted, collapsed to the ground.


Until the roof (until the roof)
Continuing relentlessly until the point of utter chaos and destruction.


The roof comes off (the roof comes off)
The entire venue is in a state of pandemonium and frenzy, filled with uncontrolled excitement.


Until my legs (until my legs)
Even when my physical strength is waning and I can barely stand.


Give out from underneath me now
Ultimately, when my legs can no longer support me, I will collapse and fall to the ground.


I, I will not fall
I, as an individual, am determined not to fail or succumb to defeat.


I will stand tall
I will maintain my resilience and continue to hold my head high.


Feels like no one can beat me
Despite the challenges and obstacles I face, I possess an unwavering belief in my invincibility and superiority.




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd.
Written by: Brian May, Luis Resto, Marshall Mathers, Nathaniel Hale

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Noah


on Remember Me?

Remember me? S executions
Remember me? I have no remorse
Remember me? I'm high-powered
Remember me? I drop bombs like Hiroshima

For this one, they scream "X, you retarded?!"
'Cause I grab the mic and get down like syndrome
Hide and roam into the masses
Without boundaries, which qualifies me
For the term "universal" without no rehearsal
I leak words that's controversial
Like I'm not the one you wanna contest, see
'Cause I'll hit your ass like the train did that bitch
That got banned from TV, heavyweight getup
Hit you, watch your whole head split up
Loco is the motion, we comin' through
Hollow-tips is the lead the .45 threw

Remember me? Throw your guns in the air
Remember me? Slam, slam
Remember me? Nigga, back the fuck up
Remember me? Chka-chka-Onyx

Niggas that take no for an answer get told no
Yeah, I been told no, but it was more like "No! No! No!"
Life a bitch, met her, fuck you if you let her
Better come better than better to be a competitor
This vet is ahead of the shit, it's all redder, you deader and deader
A medic instead of the cheddars and credda
Settle vendetta with metal Beretta from ghetto to ghetto
Evidence, nope, never leave a shred of
I got the soul of every rapper in me, love me or hate me
My moms got raped by the industry and made me
I'm the illest nigga ever, I told you
I get more pussy than them dyke bitches Total
Want beef, nigga? Pfft, you better dead that shit
My name should be Can't-Believe-That-Nigga-Said-That-Shit
Probably sayin' he ain't a killer, but I'm killin' myself
Smoke death, fuck bitches raw on the kitchen floor
So think what I'ma do to you, have done to you
Got niggas in my hood who'd do that shit for a blunt or two
What you wanna do? Cocksuckers, we Glock busters
'Til the cops cuff us, gon' start ruckus and drop blockbusters
Round the clock hustlers, you cannot touch us
I'm gettin' wires, niggas wantin' me dead
Wantin' my head, you think it could be somethin' I said?

Remember me? I just don't give a fuck
Remember me? Yeah, fuck you too
Remember me? I'm low down and I'm shifty
Remember me? I'm Shady

When I go out, I'ma go out shootin'
I don't mean when I die, I mean when I go out to the club, stupid
I'm tryin' to clean up my fuckin' image
So I promised the fuckin' critics
I wouldn't say "fuckin'" for six minutes
(Six minutes, Slim Shady, you're on)
My baby's mom, bitch made me an angry blonde
So I made me a song, killed her and put Hailie on
I may be wrong, I keep thinkin' these crazy thoughts
In my cranium, but I'm stuck with a crazy mom
(Is she really on as much dope as you say she's on?)
Came home and somebody must've broke in the back window
And stole two loaded machine guns and both of my trench coats
Six sick dreams of picnic scenes
Two kids, sixteen, with M-16s and ten clips each
And them shits reach through six kids each
And Slim gets blamed in Bill Clint's speech to fix these streets?!
Fuck that! Pfft, you faggots can vanish to volcanic ash
And reappear in hell with a can of gas and a match
Aftermath, Dre, grab the gat, show 'em where it's at
(What the fuck you starin' at, nigga?)

Don't you remember me?
Remember me?
Remember me?
Remember me? (Slim Shady!)

28Rivals


on Lose Yourself

@elchihuahua420 Damn bro, stay strong "You only get one shot don't miss your chance to blow." Don't let them bring you down in life and keep pushing

Noah


on Till ICollapse

Not Afraid

hope


on The Real Slim Shady

hi

eminem


on Crazy In Love

great song

serenity noble


on Lose Yourself

awesome

serenity noble


on The Real Slim Shady

awesome

serenity noble


on Lose Yourself

i love it
#eminemfan

Mind Space Apocalypse


on ShadyXV

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