Redman Calls Out Eminem for a New Collaboration, Shows Him Love

In a recent interview with DJ Whoo Kid, rap legend Redman opened up about his enduring bond with Eminem and addressed their mutual respect as two of the most influential lyricists in hip-hop history. DJ Whoo Kid kicked off the exchange by setting the stage for their friendship, stating, “I’m just happy that I got Eminem’s favorite artist in the building. Is it reversed?” Redman quickly agreed with the host’s assessment and took a moment to send a direct shoutout to the Detroit icon, saying, “Yes, of course. I talk to Em all the time. Yo, Em, you already know, we need to get another one in, bro… That’s my guy right there.”

The discussion then shifted to Eminem’s well-documented admiration for Redman’s discography and complex rhyme schemes. DJ Whoo Kid highlighted how deeply Slim Shady studies Redman’s catalog, noting, “He talked about his favorite bars from all your music. Do you have a favorite Eminem bar or a song?” This prompted the Def Squad MC to reflect on the early days of Eminem’s career and the precise moment he realized how formidable the young Detroit rapper truly was.

Without hesitation, Redman singled out an iconic late-’90s cut that cemented Marshall Mathers’ reputation in the underground rap scene. Highlighting his absolute top choice from Eminem’s catalog, he said, “Hands down, one of my favorite Eminem songs is ‘If I Get Locked Up Tonight.'” The track, originally featured on Funkmaster Flex’s The Tunnel compilation album in 1999, stands as a prime example of Slim Shady’s relentless early energy and sharp delivery.

Redman explained that hearing the record left an immediate impression on him, praising Eminem’s fierce performance on the track. He said, “When that came out, I already knew he was a problem. Eminem went f–king ham on that.” The homage didn’t stop at praise alone; Redman revealed that Eminem’s verse inspired him to respond through his own craft, concluding, “I even did a freestyle over the same beat to complement him on that.”

“Yo @Eminem you already know, we need to get another one in, bro. We gotta get another one in”- Redman https://t.co/nf4XNBNL1w
— Sona (@SonaShady8) October 13, 2026

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