Eminem
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[Dr. Dre]
Check Check, 1,2 , 1,2 1,2(it's rolling)
Yea yea yea Dr. Dre up in here y'all know what this is.
It's what y'all been waiting for Funk Master Flex, Big Kap,
Def Jam Records giving it to you baby.
Yo Eminem show these mother fuckers what time it is baby

[Eminem]
I used to be a lonely man, only mad, until I got a million dollars, shit
Now if I only had some fucking hair I'd pull it, faster than a bullet
Out of Tupac's chest before the ambulance came too late to do it
I'm trying to grow it back again, it was an accident

I had my back against the fan and chopped it off in Amsterdam
I hate the straight jacket it ain't latching, and can't lock it
So they stapled my hand to my pants pockets
The cell's padded and battered like someone else had it

Before me, and just kept throwing they fucking self's at it
My head is aching, I'm dedicated to medication
But this med is taking to long to bring me this sedation? (Come on!)
Anyway I got down with Dre (What up?)

The first man who taught me how the glock sounded to spray
Running up and down the street screaming, "Fuck the Police"
When you still had your mother's fucking Nipple stuck in your teeth
(Fucking baby) Became a role model after Colorado

Now all they do is follow me around and holla Bravo!
Hell yea I punch my bitch and beat my kids in public
Suck my dick, bitch
I'm sick enough to fuck a man in his face but I won't

'Cause you'll probably want to stand in his place
So put a sock in it, with your fake-ass Tupac image
You faggots ain't tough, you just get drunk and become talkative
(Want to Fight?) I'm probably the awkwardest alcoholic talking

Walking like a midget with a ladder in his back pocket
So when you see me on your block stumbling, mumbling
A bunch of dumb shit like my drunk uncle does
I ain't buzzed, I'mm juss high on life

So why on earth would I need drugs, when I can fly on kites?
Motherfuckers, Slim Shady

[Dr Dre]
Dr Dre!

[Eminem]
I'm drunk pass the tec

[Chorus]
Eminem and Dr. Dre (repeat 2X)
Cause if I get locked up tonight!
Then I might not come home tonight!
[Dre]
Keep it moving! Off and on, Eminem is on
Off and on, Dr. Dre is On

[Eminem]
The whole entire world can sit and twirl like a whirling tire
I set a fucking girl on fire with a curling iron (AHH!)
Psych I'm just joking, for christ sake
Don't get so bent out of shape

'Cause I went out and raped six girlfriends
Some people just don't get it, but I won't let it upset me
'Cause they don't know better
They don't know what the fuck its like to be so fed up

And fed so many uppers you're down and won't get up
My mind's got a mind of it's own, sometimes I can't find it at home
It hides in the stove (Hello, where you at?)
Shit, talk about your brain being baked

My shit's still in the oven on 480 De-Grades
Hailey Jade, daddy loves you baby,
Don't ever tell me how to raise my daughter fuck you lady
You critics want to criticize but couldnt visualize

Individuals lives through a criminal's eyes
The neighborhood that I grew up in you could die for nothing
And Dirty Dozen watches over me so try some dumb shit
I'll have a fucking man raped with a band-aid over his mouth

And shove his head in the fan blade
Don't ever tell me what I can and what I can't say
Or change cause of the age range in my fan base
Like I give a fuck who's buying this shit

Quit fucking buying it, I'm tired bitch, I'm dying to quit
Hip Hop is universal now, it's all commercial now
It's like a circle full of circus clowns up in the circuit now
But now the white kids like it, so they tell me I can buy it

But as soon as I get on the mic it's like the night get silent
Either that or booed, that's why I keep an attitude
And go to sleep with it and wake up with it every afternoon
I'm sick of being judged, fuck it let me see a judge

I'll confess to every murder I committed since 3 years old

[Chorus]

[Dr. Dre]
Fuck that, turn that shit off




Let's get the fuck out of here
You know how we do (echo)

Overall Meaning

The song "Eminem" is a collaboration between Dr. Dre and Eminem, featured on Funkmaster Flex's debut studio album "The Tunnel." The track opens with Dr. Dre introducing himself, inviting Eminem to showcase his lyrical skills. In the opening verse, Eminem talks about his past struggles as a lonely man and how he felt after making a million dollars. He jokingly mentions how he chopped off his hair while in Amsterdam, and how he hates being in a straightjacket. Eminem also mentions his dedication to medication and his first meeting with Dr. Dre.


Later in the song, Eminem talks about how he has been judged by others, stating that people don't understand the lives of individuals who live like criminals. He talks about growing up in a neighborhood where an individual could die for nothing and how his fans' age range doesn't dictate what he can or cannot say in his music. He expresses his tiredness towards the music industry trying to control his content by appealing to what his fans want to hear.


Overall, the song takes a jab at Eminem's critics, his haters and sometimes, himself. It also gives a brief look into the mindset of Eminem and his thoughts on the industry he is in.


Line by Line Meaning

Check Check, 1,2 , 1,2 1,2(it's rolling)
Dr. Dre announces his presence in the studio and indicates that they are ready to record


Yea yea yea Dr. Dre up in here y'all know what this is. It's what y'all been waiting for Funk Master Flex, Big Kap, Def Jam Records giving it to you baby.
Dr. Dre acknowledges his reputation and team responsible for production, indicating that they are delivering what fans have been anticipating


Yo Eminem show these mother fuckers what time it is baby
Dr. Dre encourages Eminem to convey his skills


I used to be a lonely man, only mad, until I got a million dollars, shit
Eminem describes how he felt before he gained wealth


Now if I only had some fucking hair I'd pull it, faster than a bullet
Eminem mentions a hypothetical frustration


Out of Tupac's chest before the ambulance came too late to do it
Eminem references Tupac's murder


I'm trying to grow it back again, it was an accident
Eminem explains the reason for his hair loss


I had my back against the fan and chopped it off in Amsterdam
Eminem explains how he lost his hair


I hate the straight jacket it ain't latching, and can't lock it
Eminem expresses his dislike for straight jackets


So they stapled my hand to my pants pockets
Eminem explains how he was restrained in his straight jacket


The cell's padded and battered like someone else had it
Eminem describes the state of his cell


Before me, and just kept throwing they fucking self's at it
Eminem implies that his predecessors damaged the cell


My head is aching, I'm dedicated to medication
Eminem indicates his need for medication


But this med is taking to long to bring me this sedation? (Come on!)
Eminem is impatient for the effects of his medication


Anyway I got down with Dre (What up?)
Eminem mentions collaborating with Dr. Dre


The first man who taught me how the glock sounded to spray
Eminem acknowledges Dr. Dre's influence in teaching him about guns


Running up and down the street screaming, "Fuck the Police"
Eminem describes a rebellious act


When you still had your mother's fucking Nipple stuck in your teeth
Eminem insults those who criticize him


(Fucking baby) Became a role model after Colorado
Eminem sarcastically mentions how his actions made him a role model


Now all they do is follow me around and holla Bravo!
Eminem mentions how people admire him


Hell yea I punch my bitch and beat my kids in public
Eminem sarcastically portrays himself as an abusive person


Suck my dick, bitch
Eminem insults his critics


I'm sick enough to fuck a man in his face but I won't
Eminem mentions a disturbing thought


'Cause you'll probably want to stand in his place
Eminem implies that others may desire to be in the position he fantasizes about


So put a sock in it, with your fake-ass Tupac image
Eminem criticizes those who imitate Tupac


You faggots ain't tough, you just get drunk and become talkative
Eminem insults those who pretend to be tough


(Want to Fight?) I'm probably the awkwardest alcoholic talking
Eminem admits to being awkward when talking while drunk


Walking like a midget with a ladder in his back pocket
Eminem paints a humorous visual of his drunk walking


So when you see me on your block stumbling, mumbling
Eminem implies that he may appear drunk in public


A bunch of dumb shit like my drunk uncle does
Eminem compares his behavior to that of a drunk uncle


I ain't buzzed, I'mm juss high on life
Eminem implies that he does not need drugs to feel good


So why on earth would I need drugs, when I can fly on kites?
Eminem suggests that he does not need drugs to experience euphoria


Motherfuckers, Slim Shady
Eminem insults his critics again


Dr Dre!
Eminem calls out Dr. Dre


I'm drunk pass the tec
Eminem implies that he is drunk and asks for a gun


Cause if I get locked up tonight!
Eminem acknowledges a risk he is taking


Then I might not come home tonight!
Eminem implies that he may go to jail


Keep it moving! Off and on, Eminem is on
Dr. Dre encourages the party to remain lively and mentions Eminem's presence


Off and on, Dr. Dre is On
Dr. Dre mentions his presence and participation


The whole entire world can sit and twirl like a whirling tire
Dr. Dre implies that the world is insignificant


I set a fucking girl on fire with a curling iron (AHH!)
Dr. Dre makes a disturbing statement in jest


Psych I'm just joking, for christ sake
Dr. Dre clarifies that he was not serious


Don't get so bent out of shape
Dr. Dre implies that listeners should not overreact


'Cause I went out and raped six girlfriends
Dr. Dre makes another disturbing statement in jest


Some people just don't get it, but I won't let it upset me
Dr. Dre dismisses those who do not understand him


'Cause they don't know better
Dr. Dre implies that his critics are ignorant


They don't know what the fuck its like to be so fed up
Dr. Dre implies that his critics cannot comprehend his frustrations


And fed so many uppers you're down and won't get up
Dr. Dre implies that drugs have impacted his motivation


My mind's got a mind of it's own, sometimes I can't find it at home
Dr. Dre implies that he is sometimes not in control of his thoughts


It hides in the stove (Hello, where you at?)
Dr. Dre humorously suggests that he loses his mind


Shit, talk about your brain being baked
Dr. Dre implies that he is intoxicated


My shit's still in the oven on 480 De-Grades
Dr. Dre humorously suggests that his brain is still cooking


Hailey Jade, daddy loves you baby,
Dr. Dre addresses his daughter


Don't ever tell me how to raise my daughter fuck you lady
Dr. Dre defends his parenting style


You critics want to criticize but couldnt visualize
Dr. Dre dismisses his critics again


Individuals lives through a criminal's eyes
Dr. Dre suggests that his critics do not understand his lifestyle


The neighborhood that I grew up in you could die for nothing
Dr. Dre describes a dangerous environment


And Dirty Dozen watches over me so try some dumb shit
Dr. Dre implies that he has protection


I'll have a fucking man raped with a band-aid over his mouth
Dr. Dre makes another disturbing statement


And shove his head in the fan blade
Dr. Dre makes another violent statement


Don't ever tell me what I can and what I can't say
Dr. Dre defends his freedom of speech


Or change cause of the age range in my fan base
Dr. Dre opposes changing his content to cater to his demographic


Like I give a fuck who's buying this shit
Dr. Dre dismisses the importance of his audience


Quit fucking buying it, I'm tired bitch, I'm dying to quit
Dr. Dre implies that he is tired of making music


Hip Hop is universal now, it's all commercial now
Dr. Dre comments on the state of hip hop


It's like a circle full of circus clowns up in the circuit now
Dr. Dre implies that the industry is filled with clowns


But now the white kids like it, so they tell me I can buy it
Dr. Dre suggests that he is catered to because of his popularity


But as soon as I get on the mic it's like the night get silent
Dr. Dre implies that his presence is intimidating


Either that or booed, that's why I keep an attitude
Dr. Dre suggests that he is defensive


And go to sleep with it and wake up with it every afternoon
Dr. Dre implies that he is always on guard


I'm sick of being judged, fuck it let me see a judge
Dr. Dre implies that he is tired of criticism


I'll confess to every murder I committed since 3 years old
Dr. Dre makes another violent statement


Chorus: Eminem and Dr. Dre (repeat 2X)
The chorus repeats the names of the artists


Fuck that, turn that shit off
Dr. Dre expresses his dissatisfaction with the music


Let's get the fuck out of here
Dr. Dre suggests leaving the studio


You know how we do (echo)
Dr. Dre implies that they have a pattern of behavior




Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner/Chappell Music, Inc., Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: DANA STINSON, ANDRE YOUNG, MARSHALL MATHERS

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Comments from YouTube:

@kareemlawson878

this song so emotional they probably cried when they made it

@sadmidniite7640

Kareem Lawson dre for sure did cos he was eazy-e they were friends maybe more than friends

@kareemlawson878

Sweet Dreams 4realll

@YAHAHAMILTON

Kareem Lawson I cried

@devinheida8694

I remember reading somewhere that Skylar Grey did the first time she heard Eminem's verses. the other two, I don't know

@meow-wn7fr

They're brother's.

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@connorcassey1193

Most of Eminem’s lines were basically about how Dre put faith in him and gave him a chance in a career. Without Dre there would be no Eminem.True legend

@promo2099

Not sure about that because Eminem is really talented and would still be Eminem even without Dre

@misterfancy9528

ProMo have you heard rock bottom?
Dre risked his career for Eminem
If he didn’t he would be a guy with a lame job

@richiepetrol1875

Matter of fact Eminem was at the verge of committing suicide

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