Eminem Lyrics

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There's not much you could do or say to phase me
People think I'm a little bit crazy
I get it from all angles, even occasionaly
Doc Drezy'll have to step in every once in a while to save me
To make me stop and think about it 'fore I just say things
Sometimes I forget what other people just may think
A lot of rappers finally wouldn't know how to take me
If they heard some shit, I'd lay the tape 'fore they erase me

I maybe a little too fast paced and racy
Sometimes the average listener rewinds and plays me twenty times
'Cause I say so many rhymes, it may seem
like I'm goin' too fast 'cause my mind is racing
And I could give a fuck what category you place me
Long as when I'm pushing up daisies and gone
As long as you place me amongst one of them greats
When I hit the heavenly gates I'll be cool beside Jay-Z
For every single die hard fan who embraced me
I'm thankful for the talent in which God gave me
And I'm thankful for the environment that he placed me
Believe it or not, I thank my mom for how she raised me
In the neighborhood daily, they jumped and chased me
It only made me what I am today, see
Regardless of what anybody believes who hates me
You ain't gonna make or break me
Tryna strip me of my credibility and make me look fake, G
You're only gonna be in for a rude awakening
'Cause sooner or later you haters are all gonna face me
And when you face me with all the shit you've been saving to say to me
You had all this time to think about it
Now don't pussy out and try to wimp out, face me
'Cause I've been patiently waiting for the day
That we finally meet in the same place to see

No matter how many battles I been in and won
No matter how many magazines on my nuts
No matter how many MC's I end up
Oh, it's never enough

No matter how many battles I been in and won
No matter how many magazines on my nuts
No matter how many MC's I end up
Oh oh, it's never enough

My flow's untouchable now you gotta face it
Uh oh, it gets worse when I go back to the basics
You go say the wrong shit and get your face split
The smell of victory, love it so much I can taste it
My spot my talk, it blaze a direct hit
Graze it, your peace talk, save it
Your shit sounds dated, you're overrated
I'm obligated to study your moves then crush you motherfuckers
If I'm the best and the worst, then God's gift is a curse
Soldier trained to destroy, you payin' attention boy?
I spit shit, slick shit, so quick you miss it
To be specific I go ballistic as hieroglyphic
My music is a drug, press play, you ain't gotta sniff it
Chew it or pop it, roll a bag of the chocolate
Get your high over and over, but you gotta cop it
When it's hot, it's hot
Your hatin' is undeniable, stop it

No matter how many battles I been in and won
No matter how many magazines on my nuts
No matter how many MC's I end up
Oh, it's never enough

No matter how many battles I been in and won
No matter how many magazines on my nuts

No matter how many MC's I end up
Oh oh, it's never enough

Overall Meaning

In "Never Enough," Eminem expounds on his own artistic process and mindset while addressing his haters. He begins by acknowledging that he may come across as a bit crazy to others, and that even he can forget to consider how his words might be received by others. However, he's not too concerned with fitting into any particular category or pleasing everyone. Rather, he aims to be remembered as one of the greats and hopes to be placed alongside Jay-Z when he reaches the afterlife.

Throughout the song, Eminem also touches on his experiences growing up in a tough neighborhood and how they shaped him into the artist he is today. He embraces his fans who have supported him through it all, while remaining unfazed by the constant criticism and attempts to discredit his talent. He asserts that no matter how much success he achieves, it will never be enough for his detractors. He sees himself as a soldier trained to destroy and revels in the smell of victory.

With its fast-paced delivery and intricate wordplay, "Never Enough" is a quintessential Eminem track that showcases both his technical skill and his ability to tell a compelling story.

Line by Line Meaning

There's not much you could do or say to phase me
I am confident in myself, and not easily affected by others

People think I'm a little bit crazy
Some people perceive me as eccentric or unusual

I get it from all angles, even occasionally
I receive attention and criticism from many different sources

Doc Drezy'll have to step in every once in a while to save me
Dr. Dre sometimes intervenes to help me avoid saying something inappropriate

To make me stop and think about it 'fore I just say things
I need to be reminded to consider the impact of my words before speaking them

Sometimes I forget what other people just may think
I often prioritize my own thoughts and feelings over those of others

A lot of rappers finally wouldn't know how to take me
Many other rappers may not understand my style or approach

If they heard some shit, I'd lay the tape 'fore they erase me
If someone tried to discredit me, I would have evidence to prove them wrong

I may be a little too fast paced and racy
My rapid-fire delivery and explicit content may be overwhelming for some listeners

Sometimes the average listener rewinds and plays me twenty times
My dense lyrics and intricate rhymes require careful listening and repetition

'Cause I say so many rhymes, it may seem like I'm goin' too fast 'cause my mind is racing
The speed and complexity of my rapping reflect the rapid thoughts in my mind

And I could give a fuck what category you place me
I don't care about being defined by a specific genre or label

Long as when I'm pushing up daisies and gone, as long as you place me amongst one of them greats
After I die, I want to be remembered as a legendary artist

When I hit the heavenly gates I'll be cool beside Jay-Z
I aspire to be respected and revered by other influential artists, such as Jay-Z

For every single die hard fan who embraced me
I am grateful for the loyal supporters who appreciate and enjoy my music

I'm thankful for the talent in which God gave me
I recognize my gift for rapping as something given to me by a higher power

And I'm thankful for the environment that he placed me
I appreciate the opportunities and experiences that have shaped my career

Believe it or not, I thank my mom for how she raised me
I credit my upbringing for instilling values and shaping my character

In the neighborhood daily, they jumped and chased me
I faced bullying and harassment in my youth

It only made me what I am today, see
My difficult experiences have helped shape me into the successful artist I am today

Regardless of what anybody believes who hates me
I am not affected by those who dislike or criticize me

You ain't gonna make or break me
Negative opinions or actions toward me will not affect my success or self-worth

Tryna strip me of my credibility and make me look fake, G
Those who try to discredit me are attempting to damage my reputation and authenticity

You're only gonna be in for a rude awakening
Those who underestimate or challenge me will face the consequences

'Cause sooner or later you haters are all gonna face me
Those who criticize or dislike me will eventually have to confront me

And when you face me with all the shit you've been saving to say to me
Those who have negative things to say about me will have to confront them when we meet

You had all this time to think about it
Those who have been harboring negative feelings toward me have had ample time to reflect

Now don't pussy out and try to wimp out, face me
I challenge those who have something negative to say about me to confront me directly

'Cause I've been patiently waiting for the day
I have been eagerly anticipating this confrontation

That we finally meet in the same place to see
I look forward to the day when we can resolve our differences in person

No matter how many battles I been in and won
I have overcome many challenges and emerged victorious

No matter how many magazines on my nuts
The attention and fame I receive do not affect my confidence or demeanor

No matter how many MC's I end up
I am not intimidated by other rappers

Oh, it's never enough
I am always striving for more success and recognition

My flow's untouchable now you gotta face it
My rapping skill is unparalleled and cannot be matched

Uh oh, it gets worse when I go back to the basics
Returning to my roots and lyrical style makes me even more formidable

You go say the wrong shit and get your face split
If someone challenges me, I will retaliate with verbal aggression

The smell of victory, love it so much I can taste it
I am highly motivated by the desire to succeed and win

My spot my talk, it blaze a direct hit
My style and delivery make a powerful impact on listeners

Graze it, your peace talk, save it
Attempts to make amends or reconcile are futile

Your shit sounds dated, you're overrated
I see through the lack of originality and overhype in your music

I'm obligated to study your moves then crush you motherfuckers
It is my duty to analyze my competitors and ultimately defeat them

If I'm the best and the worst, then God's gift is a curse
Being both the best and worst means my talent comes with challenges and drawbacks

Soldier trained to destroy, you payin' attention boy?
I am a skilled and ruthless competitor, and my opponents should be wary

I spit shit, slick shit, so quick you miss it
My rapping style is fast and complex, to the point where it may be difficult to understand

To be specific I go ballistic as hieroglyphic
My rhymes are so intricate and complex they resemble ancient Egyptian hieroglyphics

My music is a drug, press play, you ain't gotta sniff it
My music is addictive and powerful, and listeners are drawn in immediately

Chew it or pop it, roll a bag of the chocolate
Consuming my music in any form, such as streaming or purchasing, is satisfying

Get your high over and over, but you gotta cop it
Listeners can repeatedly enjoy my music, but they must obtain it legally

When it's hot, it's hot
My success and popularity are undeniable

Your hatin' is undeniable, stop it
Critics who dislike me should stop trying to undermine my success

Oh oh, it's never enough
I am always pushing myself to achieve more and reach new heights

Lyrics © BMG Rights Management, Capitol CMG Publishing, REACH MUSIC PUBLISHING, Kobalt Music Publishing Ltd., Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: Michael A Elizondo, Curtis James Jackson, Marshall B Mathers, Andre Young, Nathaniel Hale

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