Maxine
Eminem (feat. 3 & Denaun Porter) Lyrics
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Hello
Can I speak to Maxine? (Maxine)
Yeah, this is me, what's up?
What's up?
Who's this?
Denaun
Yeah, what's up? (Maxine)
Nothing, just laying in bed
Huh?
Nothing, just laying in bed
Why?
I don't know, thinking 'bout something freaky to do
I know this crack fiend, Maxine, who needs a vaccine
She tests positive, but tells you that her act's clean
Plus she got a sugar daddy
Gassin' every hooker that he takes in to crook her badly
If you mistook her, sadly, on her reputation
You're in jeopardation, if you ain't got no preparation
When you stepped away, son, she got her face done
Lookin' provocative, she'll let you knock it
If you press the issue, and get undressed to kiss you
If you match the price, otherwise she won't look at you twice
But when you catch the lice, or get the urgency
To go to the emergency 'cause it burns to pee
Don't bring your germs to me, 'cause I ain't tryna hear it
While you're fightin' your fuckin' disease, tryna clear it (Maxine)
Sometimes I wonder, what's your purpose in life?
That is to get with every brother
And unveil one of his kids
Shit, you livin' trife
Got three kids at home, and club-hoppin' every night
You say it's gonna stop
But it just slows down
And then speeds back to a regular pace
There is no end to this
Mystery, whatever your reason even tends to be
You say you wanna be with me, but how can you say that
When you got niggas hidin' in your closet?
I refrain from gettin' angry
But you keep on actin' strangely
I met this girl last week
She was a freak, and she liked me
So I stepped on it and then asked my homies
And chilled on the side and then watched they niggas
Big game over there and take notes, while I get this number
I stepped to her, first I cleared my throat
And said, "Hey, bitch, haven't I seen you before?"
Looked at my nigga, turned around and got slapped
Threw up my hands, and said, "Oh, it's like that?"
She said she just broke up with her nigga and shit
She started cryin', and asked me to forgive her and shit
She said her name was Maxine
So I told her I got her number
She asked could I give her mine too
Got to the crib and called her up
We got into a good conversation
That's when she asked me could I fuck
I said, "Maxine, check this out
Give me your addres,s I'll be through and you'll find out"
Got to the crib, she let me in
She didn't waste time, she grabbed my hand
And proceeded to the bedroom
I said, "Hold up, and stop proceedin', you rushin' things"
What the fuck are you doing?
So I went for my protection
Took off my clothes and started flexin'
As she went for my midsection
I threw her down as I tore off her shirt
Pulled out my jimmy and I thought about puttin' in work
Before I hit it she said, "Three, don't get mad
But there's somethin' that I gotta tell your ass"
I said "What is it? Another nigga? It's okay"
She said, "No I forgot to tell you
That I got AIDS, I got a problem" (Maxine)
Hey
Maxine
What?
You thinkin' about suckin' my dick?
Yeah, for a small price
For a small price? What you mean?
You know, money, nigga
You don't need no damn money
I can't give you no money anyways, I heard you got some shit
What you, what you hear I got?
AIDS
Who told you that bullshit?
My nigga Kyu, he wouldn't lie
Well, if that's the case, Kyu got it then
Oh for real, it's like that?
Well, I ain't got shit, so he ain't got shit
And if he do, he ain't get that shit from me
I ain't fuckin' around with no third nigga
Fuck that, I ain't fuckin' with you
No, see
You got that shit, I ain't gotta fuck with you
Hold on, why it ain't even like that
Nigga, I'm tryna get paid, fuck it
The song Maxine by Eminem featuring 3 and Denaun Porter is a conversation between a man and a woman on the phone, which soon turns out to be a depiction of a tale of love, lies, and disease. The man, 3, speaks about a woman named Maxine, who is a crack fiend always looking for money, and how she misleads men about how clean she is. He also talks about the dangers of getting sexually involved with her without being prepared for the consequences. Through the conversation, the man seems to be warning the woman of the consequences she'll face for sleeping around with men and having a disease. Meanwhile, the woman on the other end, Maxine, reveals her intentions to sleep with the man, implying that she is willing to trade sexual favors for money. Later, the man discovers that Maxine has AIDS, which throws him in a state of confusion and shock.
The song Maxine, given its lewd and vulgar language and graphics, is meant to shock and provoke the audience, as well as reflect on societal issues. The song's portrayal of Maxine as a troubled, diseased person is symbolic of the plight of thousands of people worldwide struggling with substance abuse and sexually transmitted diseases. Eminem's verse corresponds to his signature style of being very descriptive and explicit with his language, sometimes at the cost of shocking the audience. The song is yet another example of Eminem's storytelling abilities, and how he can evoke emotions and tug at the listener's collar with his art. The lyrics are one of the rawest portrayals of sex, drugs, and disease that exist in the hip-hop genre.
Line by Line Meaning
Maxine!
Addressing the person named Maxine
Hello
Greeting
Can I speak to Maxine? (Maxine)
Asking to speak to Maxine
Yeah, this is me, what's up?
Confirming identity and asking what's going on
What's up?
Asking about the current situation
Who's this?
Inquiring about the caller's identity
Denaun
Providing one's own name
Yeah, what's up? (Maxine)
Continuing the conversation with Maxine
What are you doing?
Asking about Maxine's current activity
Nothing, just laying in bed
Stating that Maxine is doing nothing and just lying in bed
Huh?
Expressing confusion
Nothing, just laying in bed
Clarifying that Maxine is doing nothing and just lying in bed
Why?
Asking for the reason behind Maxine's current activity
I don't know, thinking 'bout something freaky to do
Explaining that Maxine is unsure but contemplating doing something adventurous or unconventional
I know this crack fiend, Maxine, who needs a vaccine
Referring to Maxine as someone who is addicted to crack and needs help
She tests positive, but tells you that her act's clean
Implies that Maxine has a positive drug test but claims to be clean
Plus she got a sugar daddy
Mentioning that Maxine has an older man who financially supports her
Gassin' every hooker that he takes in to crook her badly
Describing how this man flatters and manipulates prostitutes, including Maxine
If you mistook her, sadly, on her reputation
Warning that one should not underestimate Maxine based on her reputation
You're in jeopardation, if you ain't got no preparation
Alerting that getting involved with Maxine without proper preparation can be risky
When you stepped away, son, she got her face done
When someone turns their back, Maxine quickly engages in cosmetic procedures
Lookin' provocative, she'll let you knock it
Maxine appears enticing and is willing to engage in sexual activities
If you press the issue, and get undressed to kiss you
When someone advances further in intimacy, Maxine reciprocates by undressing
If you match the price, otherwise she won't look at you twice
Maxine only shows interest if someone can afford her services, otherwise she disregards them
But when you catch the lice, or get the urgency
Referring to the consequences of engaging with Maxine, such as contracting lice or experiencing the urge to urinate
To go to the emergency 'cause it burns to pee
Explaining the need to seek medical attention due to a burning sensation during urination
Don't bring your germs to me, 'cause I ain't tryna hear it
Maxine implies that she doesn't want to be bothered by someone's illness or complaints
While you're fightin' your fuckin' disease, tryna clear it (Maxine)
Maxine suggests that while someone is dealing with their disease, they should focus on recovering instead of involving her
Sometimes I wonder, what's your purpose in life?
Expressing a curiosity about Maxine's life purpose
That is to get with every brother
Suggesting that Maxine's purpose is to be with numerous men
And unveil one of his kids
Revealing that Maxine has children with different fathers
Shit, you livin' trife
Describing Maxine's lifestyle as reckless and immoral
Got three kids at home, and club-hoppin' every night
Despite having three children at home, Maxine spends her nights partying at clubs
You say it's gonna stop
Maxine claims that her behavior will change
But it just slows down
However, her actions only decrease temporarily
And then speeds back to a regular pace
Eventually, she returns to her usual rhythm and behavior
There is no end to this
Indicating that there is no resolution or conclusion to Maxine's behavior
Mystery, whatever your reason even tends to be
Maxine's motives and intentions remain unclear and puzzling
You say you wanna be with me, but how can you say that
Maxine claims to desire a relationship, but her actions contradict her words
When you got niggas hidin' in your closet?
Questioning Maxine's sincerity by addressing the presence of other men in her life
I refrain from gettin' angry
Expressing the effort of not becoming angry
But you keep on actin' strangely
Despite attempts to maintain composure, Maxine's peculiar behavior continues
I met this girl last week
Narrating a recent encounter with a girl
She was a freak, and she liked me
Describing the girl as sexually adventurous and attracted to the artist
So I stepped on it and then asked my homies
Approaching the situation confidently and seeking advice from friends
And chilled on the side and then watched they niggas
Observing the actions and behavior of the girl's associates
Big game over there and take notes, while I get this number
Paying attention to the behavior of others while also trying to obtain the girl's contact information
I stepped to her, first I cleared my throat
Approaching the girl, the artist clears their throat to get her attention
And said, "Hey, bitch, haven't I seen you before?"
Addressing the girl in a casual or informal manner and questioning if they have met previously
Looked at my nigga, turned around and got slapped
Referring to the girl's reaction as she looks at the singer's friend and then slaps the singer
Threw up my hands, and said, "Oh, it's like that?"
Reacting in surprise and frustration to the girl's actions
She said she just broke up with her nigga and shit
Explaining the girl's excuse for her behavior, claiming she recently ended a relationship
She started cryin', and asked me to forgive her and shit
The girl becomes emotional and apologizes, seeking forgiveness from the artist
She said her name was Maxine
Introducing herself as Maxine
So I told her I got her number
Informing Maxine that the singer has obtained her contact information
She asked could I give her mine too
Maxine requests the artist's contact information in return
Got to the crib and called her up
Arriving at home, the artist contacts Maxine
We got into a good conversation
Engaging in a positive and engaging discussion
That's when she asked me could I fuck
During the conversation, Maxine asks the singer if they can engage in sexual activity
I said, "Maxine, check this out
The artist responds, addressing Maxine by name
Give me your address, I'll be through and you'll find out"
Proposing to visit Maxine's place to continue the conversation and explore their connection
Got to the crib, she let me in
Upon reaching Maxine's home, she allows the singer to enter
She didn't waste time, she grabbed my hand
Maxine acts quickly, taking hold of the singer's hand
And proceeded to the bedroom
Maxine leads the way to the bedroom
I said, "Hold up, and stop proceedin', you rushin' things"
The artist requests Maxine to pause and slow down, expressing concern about the pace of their encounter
What the fuck are you doing?
Questioning Maxine's actions
So I went for my protection
Preparing to use protection during sexual activity
Took off my clothes and started flexin'
Undressing and showing off the artist's physique
As she went for my midsection
While the artist is undressing, Maxine approaches the artist's waist area
I threw her down as I tore off her shirt
The artist forcefully pushes Maxine down and removes her shirt
Pulled out my jimmy and I thought about puttin' in work
Taking out a condom and contemplating engaging in sexual activity
Before I hit it she said, "Three, don't get mad
Just before engaging in sexual activity, Maxine warns the artist not to get angry
But there's somethin' that I gotta tell your ass"
Maxine informs the singer that she has something important to reveal
I said "What is it? Another nigga? It's okay"
The singer assumes Maxine is referring to another man and reassures her that it's not a problem
She said, "No I forgot to tell you
Maxine clarifies that she didn't forget to mention another man
That I got AIDS, I got a problem" (Maxine)
Maxine discloses that she has AIDS, a serious health condition
Hey
Another expression to get someone's attention
Maxine
Calling out to Maxine
What?
Inquiring about Maxine's response
You thinkin' about suckin' my dick?
Asking if Maxine is considering performing oral sex on the artist
Yeah, for a small price
Maxine confirms but mentions that she expects payment
For a small price? What you mean?
The artist seeks clarification regarding the payment requirement
You know, money, nigga
Maxine clarifies that she expects monetary compensation
You don't need no damn money
The artist insists that money is unnecessary
I can't give you no money anyways, I heard you got some shit
The singer claims to be unable to provide money due to hearing rumors about Maxine's health condition
What you, what you hear I got?
Maxine inquires about the rumors spread about her
AIDS
The singer addresses the health condition he heard about
Who told you that bullshit?
Maxine questions the source of the rumors
My nigga Kyu, he wouldn't lie
The artist mentions a friend named Kyu, stating that he is trustworthy
Well, if that's the case, Kyu got it then
Maxine assumes that if Kyu claimed she has AIDS, then he must be the one infected
Oh for real, it's like that?
The singer reacts with surprise and disbelief to Maxine's response
Well, I ain't got shit, so he ain't got shit
The artist denies having any infections and assumes the same for Kyu
And if he do, he ain't get that shit from me
Denying any responsibility for Kyu's potential infection
I ain't fuckin' around with no third nigga
Maxine refuses to engage with a third person
Fuck that, I ain't fuckin' with you
Expressing Maxine's decision to not engage in any sort of relationship or sexual activity with the singer
No, see
Maxine attempts to provide further clarification
You got that shit, I ain't gotta fuck with you
Maxine believes the singer has the infection, making any involvement with him unnecessary
Hold on, why it ain't even like that
The singer tries to dispute Maxine's assumption and explain the situation
Nigga, I'm tryna get paid, fuck it
The singer realizes that he won't be able to convince Maxine otherwise and decides to prioritize making money
Lyrics © O/B/O APRA AMCOS
Written by: Marshall Mathers, Denaun Porter, W. Strong
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
@Sugafreekookie
[Intro: Maxine & Denuan Porter]
Maxine!
Hello
Can I speak to Maxine?
Yeah, this is me, what's up?
What up?
Who dis?
Denaun
Yeah, what's up?
What are you doing?
Nothing, just laying in bed
Huh?
Nothing, just laying in bed
Why?
I don't know, thinking about something freaky to do
[Verse 1: Eminem]
I know this crack fiend, Maxine, who needs a vaccine
She tests positive, but tells you that her act's clean
Plus she got a sugar daddy
Gassin' every hooker that he takes in to crook her badly
If you mistook her, sadly, on her reputation
You're in jeopardation, if you ain't got no preparation
When you stepped away, son, she got her face done
Lookin' provocative, she'll let you knock it if
You press the issue, and get undressed to kiss you
If you match the price, otherwise she won't look at you twice
But when you catch the lice, or get the urgency
To go to the emergency 'cause it burns to pee
Don't bring your germs to me, 'cause I ain't tryna hear it
While you're fightin' your fuckin' disease, tryna clear it
[Verse 2: Kon Artis]
Sometimes I wonder, what's your purpose in life?
That is to get with every brother
And unveil one of his kids
Shit, you livin' trife
Got three kids at home, and club-hoppin' every night
You say it's gonna stop
But it just… slows… down…
And then speeds back to a regular pace
There is no end to this
Mystery, whatever your reason even is to be
You say you wanna be with me, but how can you say that
When you got niggas hidin' in your closet?
I refrain from gettin' angry
But you keep on actin' strangely
[Verse 3: 3]
I met this girl last week
She was a freak, and she liked me
So I stepped on it and then asked my homies
And chilled on the side and then watched they niggas
Big game over there and take notes, while I get this number
I stepped to her, first I cleared my throat
And said: "Hey, bitch, haven't I seen you before?"
Looked at my nigga, turned around and got slapped
Throughout my hands, and said: "Oh, it's like that?"
She said she just broke up with her nigga and shit
She started cryin', and asked me to forgive her and shit
She said her name was Maxine
So I told her I wanted her number
She asked could I give her mine too
Got to the crib and called her up
We got into a good conversation
That's when she asked me could I fuck
I said: "Maxine, check this out
Give me your address I'll be through and you'll find out."
Got to the crib, she let me in
She didn't waste time, she grabbed my hand
And proceeded to the bedroom
I said "Hold up, and stop proceedin', you rushin' things"
What the fuck are you doin'?
So I went for my protection
Took off my clothes and started flexin'
As she went for my midsection
I threw her down as I tore off her shirt
Pulled out my jimmy and I thought about puttin' in work
Before I hit it she said: "3, don't get mad
But there's somethin' that I gotta tell your ass."
I said "What is it? Another nigga? It's okay."
She said: "No I forgot to tell you
That I got AIDS, I got a problem."
[Outro: Maxine & Denaun Porter]
Hey, Maxine
What?
You thinkin' about suckin' my dick?
Yeah, for a small price
For a small price? What you mean?
You know, money, nigga
You don't need no damn money; I can't give you no money anyways, I heard you got some shit
What you, what you hear I got?
AIDS
Who told you that bullshit?
My nigga Kyu, he wouldn't lie
Well, if that's the case, Kyu got it then
Oh for real, it's like that?
Well, I ain't got shit, so he ain't got shit
And if he do, he ain't get that shit from me
I ain't fuckin' around with no third nigga
Fuck that, I ain't fuckin' with you
No, see…
You got that shit, I ain't gotta fuck with you
Hold on, why it ain't even like that
I want y'all to get paid, fuckin'
@Pride317
Lyrics
[Intro: Maxine & Denaun Porter]
Maxine
Hello
Can I speak to Maxine
Yeah, this is me, what's up?
What up
Who dis?
Denaun
Yeah, what's up?
What are you doing
Nothing, just laying in bed
Huh
Nothing, just laying in bed
I don't know, thinking about something freaky to do
[Verse 1: Eminem]
I know this crack fiend, Maxine, who needs a vaccine
She tests positive, but tells you that her act's clean
Plus she got a sugar daddy
Gassing every hooker that he takes in to crook her badly
If you mistook her, sadly, on her reputation
You're in jeopardation, if you ain't got no preparation
When you stepped away, son, she got her face done
Looking provocative, she'll let you knock it if
You press the issue, and get undressed to kiss you
If you match the price, otherwise she won't look at you twice
But when you catch the lice, or get the urgency
To go to the emergency cause it burns to pee
Don't bring your germs to me, cause I ain't tryna hear it
While you're fighting your fucking disease, tryna clear it
[Verse 2: Kon Artis]
Sometimes I wonder, what's your purpose in life?
That is to get with every brother
And unveil one of his kids
Shit, you living trife
Got three kids at home, and club-hopping every night
You say it's gonna stop
But it just… slows… down…
And then speeds back to a regular pace
There is no end to this
Mystery, whatever your reason even is to be
You say you wanna be with me, but how can you say that
When you got niggas hiding in your closet?
I refrain from getting angry
But you keep on acting strangely
[Verse 3: 3]
I met this girl last week
She was a freak, and she liked me
So I stepped on it and then asked my homies
And chilled on the side and then watched they niggas
Big game over there and take notes, while I get this number
I stepped to her, first I cleared my throat
And said: "Hey, bitch, haven't I seen you before?"
Looked at my nigga, turned around and got slapped
Throughout my hands, and said: "Oh, it's like that?"
She said she just broke up with her nigga and shit
She started crying, and asked me to forgive her and shit
She said her name was Maxine
So I told her I wanted her number
She asked could I give her mine too
Got to the crib and called her up
We got into a good conversation
That's when she asked me could I fuck
I said: "Maxine, check this out
Give me your address I'll be through and you'll find out"
Got to the crib, she let me in
She didn't waste time, she grabbed my hand
And proceeded to the bedroom
I said "Hold up, and stop proceeding, you rushing things"
What the fuck are you doing?
So I went for my protection
Took off my clothes and started flexing
As she went for my midsection
I threw her down as I tore off her shirt
Pulled out my jimmy and I thought about puttin' in work
Before I hit it she said: "3, don't get mad
But there's something that I gotta tell your ass"
I said "What is it? Another nigga? It's okay"
She said: "No I forgot to tell you
That I got AIDS, I got a problem."
[Outro: Maxine & Denaun Porter]
Hey, Maxine
What?
You thinking about sucking my dick
Yeah, for a small price
For a small price? What you mean
You know, money, nigga
You don't need no damn money.
I can't give you no money. I heard you got some shit
What you, what you hear I got?
AIDS
Who told you that bullshit?
My nigga Kyu, he wouldn't lie
Well, if that's the case, Kyu got it then
Oh for real, it's like that
Well, I ain't got shit, so he ain't got shit
And if he do, he ain't get that shit from me
I ain't fucking around with no third, nigga
Fuck that, I ain't fucking with you
No, see…
You got that shit. I ain't gotta fuck with you
Hold on, why it ain't even like that
Man I'm trying to get paid, fucking
Maxine
Maxine
Maxine
@IProvideLyrics1924
[Intro: Maxine & Denuan Porter]
Maxine!
Hello
Can I speak to Maxine?
Yeah, this is me, what's up?
What up?
Who dis?
Denaun
Yeah, what's up?
What are you doing?
Nothing, just laying in bed
Huh?
Nothing, just laying in bed
Why?
I don't know, thinking about something freaky to do
[Verse 1: Eminem]
I know this crack fiend Maxine who needs a vaccine
She tests positive but tells you that her act's clean
Plus she got a sugar daddy
Gassin' every hooker that he takes in to crook her badly
If you mistook her, sadly, on her reputation
You're in jeopardation, if you ain't got no preparation
When you stepped away, son, she got her face done
Lookin' provocative, she'll let you knock it if
You press the issue, and get undressed to kiss you
If you match the price, otherwise she won't look at you twice
But when you catch the lice, or get the urgency
To go to the emergency 'cause it burns to pee
Don't bring your germs to me, 'cause I ain't tryna hear it
While you're fightin' your fuckin' disease tryna clear it
[Verse 2: Kon Artis]
Sometimes I wonder, what's your purpose in life?
That is to get with every brother
And unveil one of his kids
Shit, you livin' trife
Got three kids at home, and club-hoppin' every night
You say it's gonna stop
But it just… slows… down…
And then speeds back to a regular pace
There is no end to this
Mystery, whatever your reason even is to be
You say you wanna be with me, but how can you say that
When you got niggas hidin' in your closet?
I refrain from gettin' angry
But you keep on actin' strangely
[Verse 3: 3]
I met this girl last week
She was a freak, and she liked me
So I stepped on it and then asked my homies
And chilled on the side and then watched they niggas
Big game over there and take notes, while I get this number
I stepped to her, first I cleared my throat
And said: "Hey, bitch, haven't I seen you before?"
Looked at my nigga, turned around and got slapped
Throughout my hands, and said: "Oh, it's like that?"
She said she just broke up with her nigga and shit
She started cryin', and asked me to forgive her and shit
She said her name was Maxine
So I told her I wanted her number
She asked could I give her mine too
Got to the crib and called her up
We got into a good conversation
That's when she asked me could I fuck
I said: "Maxine, check this out
Give me your address I'll be through and you'll find out"
Got to the crib, she let me in
She didn't waste time, she grabbed my hand
And proceeded to the bedroom
I said "Hold up, and stop proceedin', you rushin' things"
What the fuck are you doin'?
So I went for my protection
Took off my clothes and started flexin'
As she went for my midsection
I threw her down as I tore off her shirt
Pulled out my jimmy and I thought about puttin' in work
Before I hit it she said: "3, don't get mad
But there's somethin' that I gotta tell your ass"
I said "What is it? Another nigga? It's okay"
She said: "No I forgot to tell you
That I got AIDS, I got a problem."
[Outro: Maxine & Denaun Porter]
Hey, Maxine
What?
You thinkin' about suckin' my dick?
Yeah, for a small price
For a small price? What you mean?
You know, money, nigga
You don't need no damn money; I can't give you no money anyways, I heard you got some shit
What you, what you hear I got?
AIDS
Who told you that bullshit?
My nigga Kyu, he wouldn't lie
Well, if that's the case, Kyu got it then
Oh for real, it's like that?
Well, I ain't got shit, so he ain't got shit
And if he do, he ain't get that shit from me
I ain't fuckin' around with no third, nigga
Fuck that, I ain't fuckin' with you
No, see…
You got that shit, I ain't gotta fuck with you
Hold on, why it ain't even like that
I want y'all to get paid, fuckin'
@thisisGroom
The beats on this album are unreal
@rihatsu9622
fucking dope
@stoner63reflex65
Their "infinite" 😉
@mm-vv2de
@Stoner 69 they're*
@flatmac
the're the most 90s thing out there
@shirtlessbuttmunch531
Thank mr porter
@johnbackster3734
I have listened to this album for a long time and it just gets better and better every time. Something about how it sound just hits so hard and really makes me feel nostalgic.
@R-L-I
Eminem released this album independently (pre Dr Dre) and to me it still holds up as one of his better albums!
@gr33kfr3ak8
There’s something about this song (the whole album for that matter) that makes me sense the darkness in his head. These beats for some reason sound eerie and dark to me. You can feel Em’s depression no matter how hard he goes.
@SexyFace
it doesn't really sound dark to me. it's just closer to g-funk than anything else he ever did