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Jack Harlow checks Nick Cannon for disrespecting Eminem

After an incredibly successful year, the Kentucky wonder kid Jack Harlow is now ready to take the next step in his career by dropping his much anticipated debut solo studio album That’s What They All Say which features guest appearances from Lil Baby, Lil Wayne, DaBaby, Chris Brown, Big Sean and Adam Levine among others.

We are celebrating Jack Harlow’s album release with the throwback video of him and his team dropping Eminem bars on Nick Cannon on Wild N’ Out.

“Too smooth like I’m undercover/ I take your girl undercover / Too smooth, ain’t no light brother / Don’t disrespect my white brother” raps Harlow while pulling up Eminem T-shirt to Nick Cannon’s face.

Later, Nick Cannon posted a picture on Instagram, saying how good taste Jack Harlow has in t-shirts:

WATCH: Barack Obama reads Eminem’s “Lose Yourself” lyrics from his new book

In an effort to reach younger audiences with his new book, A Promised Land, the former president of the United States, Barack Obama is bringing portions of the book to Instagram with a new series.

On Friday, Production company ATTN and Barack Obama announced that they are teaming up to launch a 5-part video series that highlights some of the biggest themes from the 44th president’s new memoir, a book that became the bestseller in 2020.

”In my new book, A Promised Land, I share the story of what inspired me to pursue public service and the ups and downs in my first few years of my presidency, but I wanted to share some of the most important moments with you,” Obama said in one of the video.

“That is why I am teaming up with ATTN: for a new series talking about some of the biggest moments that defined those years for me,” Obama added.

In one of his recent videos, Barack Obama recites lyrics from Eminem’s 2002 hit single “Lose Yourself” — a song which helped the president to pump him up on the 2008 campaign trail, as he writes in the book.

“When I needed inspiration on the presidential campaign, I often turned to music. Ultimately it was rap that got my head in the right place, two songs especially: Jay Z’s “My 1st Song” and Eminem’s ‘Lose Yourself.” Both were about defying odds and putting it all on the line (“Look, if you had one shot or one opportunity, to seize everything you ever wanted in one moment, would capture it? Or just let it slip…”)” – Obama said, reading a passage from his book.

You can watch the video below. Also, you can read the full paragraph about Eminem here.

VOTE: Eminem for Genius’ “Lyricist of the Year” final round !

Genius, the biggest lyrics platform in the world, is doing a poll on their Instagram to determine the lyricist of the year with the help from hip-hop fans.

Genius picked 16 of 2020’s best emcees to compete in the Genius community’s Lyricist Of The Year bracket challenge.

On Wednesday, fans voted in the semi finals to choose the two lyricists that will go head to head in today’s final round and here they are: Eminem and Lil Uzi Vert.

In 2020, Eminem released Music To Be Murdered By and the only album that outsold (excluding posthumous albums) it was Lil Uzi Vert’s Eternal Atake.

But this is lyrical contest, so you better go on Genius’ Instagram story and vote for Eminem.

>>> VOTE HERE <<<

Slipknot’s Corey Taylor says he’s a massive Eminem fan

A lead vocalist and lyricist of the bands Slipknot and Stone Sour, Corey Taylor has recently set down with Bert Kreischer on 441st episode of the Bertcast.

The two talked about why Corey quit drugs and alcohol, the old music business versus the new music business, fame, horror movies, his new solo album, the story behind the Slipknot masks and much more.

During the interview, Corey Taylor said that he is a massive Eminem fan and also revealed that he loves Prince and generally, many artists from Midwest.

“I am a massive, massive Eminem fan, man. And I loved anybody from the Midwest because I still considered Michigan the Midwest. I love anybody from the Midwest who made it. So not only was I into Eminem, but I was also into Prince because Prince was Minneapolis.” said Corey.

Watch the interview below:

This was not the first time Corey fanned out on Eminem. Few years ago, in an interview RockSverige, the singer revealed that Eminem is his dream collaboration.

“I would love to do something with Eminem. I would love to trade some stuff back and forth with him, because I love the way he writes and the way he flows and the attitude; you know, the emotion that is in it. And I am very, very attracted to that. And I would love to do something where we kind of go back and forth. Will it ever happen? Probably not. But, you know, it is still a dream.” said Corey Taylor.

You can watch the interview below:

Have a taste on Slipknot’s music below:

Eminem calls Kuniva lead singer of the band, Kuniva responds

Yesterday, Kuniva from the legendary hip-hop group D12, turned 40 years old. His fans and friends wished him a happy birthday on social media, including Eminem, who addressed Kuniva as the lead singer of the band:

Wish a happy bday 2 the lead singer of My Band @KunivaD12!

— Marshall Mathers (@Eminem) December 11, 2020

As you know, “My Band” is the first single from D12’s second studio album D12 World. The song has a satirical tone, suggesting Eminem is the lead singer of the “band” and the rest of the members envy Eminem for his success.

Kunva jokingly replied Eminem on Twitter and Instagram, saying he finally got his crown. Check both posts below:

https://twitter.com/KunivaD12/status/1337204734046973954

Later, the Detroit legend thanked everyone for wishing him a happy birthday:

https://twitter.com/KunivaD12/status/1337252720802222087

Revisit “My Band” song below!

Murda Mook uses Eminem & Jay Z as examples of battle rappers becoming successful artists

In the latest episode of Drink Champs, N.O.R.E. and DJ EFN teamed up with battle rap legends Murda Mook, Loaded Lux and Math Hoffa.

They discussed legendary Hip-Hop battles, the evolution of battle rap, the art of battle rap and much more! They also brought up Eminem’s name in the conversation. Check it out below:

N.O.R.E: “I can’t give Eminem, I can’t give Busta Rhymes and I can’t give Jay Z the level of battle rap respect that I give you all (Murda Mook and Loaded Lux). Let me tell you why. I’m not saying they are not battle rappers. What I mean is, I’m not taking anything away from Busta, Jay Z and Eminem but the level of disrespect they didn’t go through that. They didn’t go to training camps.

DJ EFN: “I feel like Eminem comes from that. That’s where he comes from! That’s what he was doing in Detroit back in the days. Em was doing battling!… Em was in that league. Em was the part of all of that.”

N.O.R.E: “But that was not Eminem.”

DJ EFN: “Of course it was Eminem, what hell you talking about?! That’s exactly where he came from. Eminem was the part of that. He had all those.”

Loaded Lux: “I’m with you, I’m with out on that [DJ EFN]”

N.O.R.E: “I’m with you too but they didn’t do the level of disrespect.

After few minutes, they talked about if a battle rapper can make a hit record or a classic album.

Murda Mook: “LL Cool J, c’mon man, you are wildin’, KRS-1..”

N.O.R.E: “KRS-1 is not a battle rapper…”

Loaded Lux: “EMINEM!!!

Murda Mook: I just wanna say this, Eminem had the setting of a Dr. Dre. So, his mind in the frame or the architect work of a battle, I know what I need to set up to make a hot battle rhyme. Now, I can take that same genius mind, and program it over here to make a record, so I am gonna give you the variables to make a song. C’mon, Jay Z, all them ni**as come up raw battling. They came up raw battling, then they got in the studio and the ni**a told them to, ‘Go like this,’ so they can make a record now.”

Watch the full episode below:

Spotify’s Global top streamed 2000s songs by male artists in 2020

Buzz Feed has exclusively obtained the most streamed songs from the 1990s and 2000s in 2020 on Spotify, and honestly, there are some straight-up unexpected gems on there. In to the Top 10 of 2000s songs in the male category, there is only one rapper and it’s Eminem. AND he has THREE songs in there. Check out the list below.

Global top streamed 2000s songs by male artists in 2020

1. “I’m Yours” by Jason Mraz (2008)

2. “Mr. Brightside” by The Killers (2004)

3. “Lose Yourself” (from the 8 Mile soundtrack) by Eminem (2002)

4. “In the End” by Linkin Park (2000)

5. “The Scientist” by Coldplay (2002)

6. “‘Till I Collapse” by Eminem, featuring Nate Dogg (2002)

7. “Without Me” by Eminem (2002)

8. “Hey, Soul Sister” by Train (2009)

9. “Numb” by Linkin Park (2003)

10. “Viva La Vida” by Coldplay (2008)

For other detailed lists, visit Buzz Feed here. Shout out to @Sermanson_2002.

Claressa Shields to Jake Paul: “You fake Eminem, don’t f**k with me”

On Tuesday, the 23-year-old YouTube sensation, Jake Paul – who knocked out Nate Robinson within minutes last month in a boxing match – fired off a series of tweets trolling prospective opponents, including Donald Trump, Joe Biden, Kanye West, Lebron James, Rob Gronkowski and finally Claressa Shields ‘ turn came after she asked Mayweather to whoop Jake’s a*s and in exchange she will beat up his brother:

https://twitter.com/Claressashields/status/1335966597010231296

Of course Jake Paul responded:

Don’t get me started about @Claressashields

— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) December 9, 2020

And Claressa responded back again, calling him “Fake Eminem.”

https://twitter.com/Claressashields/status/1336522080490176512

While Paul is likely still enjoying his victory lap with girlfriend Julia Rose, last year’s World Series flasher, his brother is prepping for his upcoming round in the ring.

In the related news, Floyd Mayweather also announced that he will battle Logan Paul, 25, in a February exhibition fight.

Tony Ferguson compares himself to Eminem ahead of Charles Oliveira fight

In a lightweight battle, Tony Ferguson will return to the UFC octagon on December 12th, 2020, against Charles Oliveira.

In one of his recent interviews Ferguson said, “That title’s a wet dream. Like that Farmer’s Insurance commercial, ‘You almost got it, keep it going, we are just going to keep dangling it in front of you.’ I do not know what the problem is. I do not know if it is because I am Mexican. I am an American with Mexican parts. Twelve fight win streak, 8 years in the making before women’s sports were even in the UFC. Conor McGregor was on welfare. All these different things and I still did not earn a title shot.”

“But I am still sitting saying f**k the free world, just like Eminem.”

– Tony Ferguson (December 10, 2020)

“The most naked I have ever been my whole entire life. I am still here. I am still waiting. I have got the belt in my room. I could go after another belt, but how much greed is that? I have got an Ultimate Fighter trophy. I have got a Fighter’s Only trophy. I have got a UFC belt. I have got medals and I am Lord of the Rings with all my championship rings.” adds ‘El Cucuy’

Watch the interview below:

Diamond certified Hip-Hop songs in RIAA history

Couple of weeks ago, Cardi B made RIAA history and became the first female rapper ever to receive diamond certification in the United States as her breakout single “Bodak Yellow” sold 10 million units in the country. The track became 11th hip-hop song in history to achieve this accolade. Check out the full list of songs with diamond certifications below:

Diamond certified hip-hop songs in RIAA history

1. Lil Nas X – “Old Town Road,” ft. Billy Ray Cyrus – 14x Platinum

2. Eminem – “Love The Way You Lie” ft. Rihanna – 12x Platinum

3. Drake – “God’s Plan” – 11x Platinum

4. Wiz Khalifa – “See You Again,” ft. Charlie Puth – 11x Platinum

5. Eminem – “Not Afraid” – 10x Platinum

6. Eminem – “Lose Yourself” – 10x Platinum

7. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis – “Thrift Shop,” ft. Wanz – 10x Platinum

8. Post Malone – “Congratulations,” ft. Quavo – 10x Platinum

9. Fetty Wap – “Trap Queen” – 10x Platinum

10. Travis Scott – “Sicko Mode,” ft. Drake – 10x Platinum

11. Cardi B – “Bodak Yellow” – 10x Platinum

Kid Cudi talks how the collaboration with Eminem came together

In a new interview with Zane Lowe on Apple Music’s Beats 1, Kid Cudi talked his upcoming album Man on the Moon III, and how he wanted “to be respected as an emcee.” You also talked about how a collaboration with Eminem on “The Adventure of the Moon Man and Slim Shady” happened:

“Yo, who do I f**ing get? Who do I f**ing spar with? Who do I go bar-for-bar with? Eminem! I tweeted at him. It was not even in the DMs. Just my timeline. It was public. I was like, ‘Yo Rap God, help!’ And we are really close with Eminem’s manager Paul Rosenberg and he was able to connect us and we were able to get it done.”

“I’m like waiting, I’m waiting. And I’m like, “Oh s**t. They are asking me questions. They do not say he is going to do it just yet. They are just asking me questions. And I am like, so this means he is going to do it. Right? Because they are asking me questions. And literally it was like every day I was like, ‘Is today going to be the day? Is today going to be the day?’ And, I got it, and I was like, ‘Holy s**.'”

“It was something for me to get the validation from Eminem by doing that record. Him doing that record let me know, like he was telling me like, ‘Yo, I f**k with you as an artist fully, even your bars are dope.'” says Kid Cudi

You can watch the interview below:

Today, 6 years ago, J. Cole dropped “Fire Squad,” name-dropping Eminem

On this day, 6 years ago, December 9th, 2014, J. Cole dropped 2014 Forest Hills Drive album and the song “Fire Squad,” which is produced by himself, had come with it.

In the song, J. Cole attempts to restore the balance in Hip Hop as he criticizes white privilege and white appropriation of Hip Hop culture. For example, Macklemore’s The Heist album winning the Grammy Award for Best Rap Album over nominees like Kendrick Lamar’s good kid m.A.A.d city, Drake’s Nothing Was The Same, Kanye West’s Yeezus, and Jay Z’s Magna Carta… Holy Grail, as well as Iggy Azalea winning other awards at MTV and Billboard.

Cole also name-drops Eminem in the following lines:

Listen…
History repeats itself and that’s just how it goes
Same way that these rappers always bite each others flows
Same thing that my ni**a Elvis did with Rock n Roll
Justin Timberlake, Eminem and then Macklemore…
While silly ni**as argue over who gon’ snatch the crown
Look around, my ni**a, white people have snatched the sound

Cole is saying that artists like Justin Timberlake and Eminem have found success in performing music that is owned by Blacks, outselling their black contemporaries. Eminem has even admitted this way back in 2002 on a song “White America.”

https://youtu.be/Vs8I3Z9Vh5c

Lots of people, including Kxng Crooked and Trick Trick took these lines as an insult to Eminem. Trick even threatened to keep Cole out of Detroit: “He ain’t poppin’ “S**t S**t” is he??? I will lock the gate on that ni**a. He gon’ build himself an ass whipin’” – Trick Trick commented on Marv Won’s Facebook post, who took Eminem’s side as well.

Few days later, in an interview with Power 105.1 FM’s Angie Martinez, J. Cole explained that this line was not meant as a dig at Eminem:

“People gotta know, Its silly how big of an Eminem fan I am. When I had the song ‘Let Nas Down’ and I had the raps hanging up on my wall, he wasn’t the only one. It was a very select, top notch people that I worshiped and Eminem was literally at the top of that list. My first song was literally an Eminem bite. If you thinking I’m dissing Eminem, than I know you just read the headline, or you’re listening to the song with the headline in mind.” says Cole

J. Cole – Angie Martinez IntervIew Power 105.1 by kimchimonkey

Kxng Crooked talks chances of Joe Budden & Eminem reuniting, Slaughterhouse, Dr. Dre & more

Kxng Crooked has recently set down with Premier Live TV to talk about Dr. Dre, Slaughterhouse, Joe Budden, Eminem, Snoop Dogg, Death Raw Records and more. You can check out the interview below:

On why YouTube removed his interviews, including an interview with Eminem.

“Shout out to Marshall Mathers. When you doing an interview and if you flash to some music or video that you don’t own the copyright to, sometimes you can play it for like 10 seconds. We played a clip for like 11 seconds and they called Google and they were like ‘we want this video out of here!’ and they yank my whole channel up. But it’s cool. People still can go to Crook’s Corner YouTube channel for all the different interviews that I’ve been doing. When you are with Marshall, you are here big fish. You attracted too much attention, you can’t do that with Marshall Mathers.”

On Eminem naming him in the list of Top 10 greatest rappers of all time.

“To have somebody like Marshall Mathers, Eminem, who recognizes you and says you are the most underrated artist in the world and you are my top 10 greatest rappers of all time. It means a lot. Because he’s technician. Not saying it wouldn’t mean as much from someone else but I think it means a little more coming from somebody who understands how to write, who understands how to deliver, who understands breath control, who understands live performance, who understands metaphors, punchlines, similes, storytelling. So when you got somebody on that level who gets it and says you are my top 10, it means a lot.”

On Joe Budden and Eminem situation.

“This is what I always tell Joe. You have a huge voice in the game. So if you say something, that s**t’s gonna resonate. If he says something I disagree with, as far as how s**t went down on Shady Records, you say ‘it happened like this’ and I say ‘naah, id didn’t quite happen like that.’ He just gotta be careful. His voice is big. And one day, I’m hoping him and Em will be able to sit down. They don’t gotta be friends again, they don’t gotta do none of that. Just be men and sit down. Because they cut from the same cloth. They are really deep artists. They love their craft. If you listen to Eminem Stan and Joe fan it’s lot of similarities. They are two good dudes trying to do right things. All that happened for no reason. I really wish they sit down. It might happen. But anyways I think Joe will get back to the booth.”

Kxng Crooked also talks about Slaughterhouse, Dr. Dre, Death Raw Records and more. You can watch the interview below:

6 times Nicki Minaj namedropped Eminem in her songs

Today, The Queen of Rap, Nicki Minaj turns 38 years old. To celebrate her birthday, we have listed 6 songs where she references Eminem in her verse. Check the list below!

1. Nicki Minaj – “Roman’s Revenge,” featuring Eminem (2010)

Lyrics: “Roman, Roman, stop it, stop it. You’ve gone mad, mad, I tell you, mad. You and this boy Slim Shady. What’s going on? They’ll lock you away.”

2. Ciara – “I’m Out,” featuring Nicki Minaj (2013)

Lyrics: “Man, f*ck you and your lady, gun butt you, ’cause you’re Shady.” (This is probably a response to Eminem’s verse on Bad Meets Evil’s “Fast Lane” track)

3. Nicki Minaj – “Want Some More,” featuring Jeremih (2014)

Lyrics: “These dudes is funny, That’s why I’m throwing shade like it’s sunny, Who-who-who had Eminem on the first album? Who had Kanye saying, “She a problem?” Who the f**k came in the game, made her own column? Who-who made Lil Wayne give ’em five million?”

4. YG – “Big Bank,” featuring 2 Chainz, Big Sean and Nicki Minaj (2018)

Lyrics: “Uh-oh! Back again, Back to back, Maybach, stack the M’s, Told em’ I met Slim Shady, bagged a Em, Once he go black, he’ll be back again.”

5. Nicki Minaj – “Barbie Dreams” (2018)

Lyrics: “Em, cop the Barbie Dream house then you can play the part, I ain’t tryna bust it open in the trailer park.”

6. Nicki Minaj – “LLC” (2018)

Lyrics: “Pink Friday had Eminem, spit hard but I’m feminine, Iconic trio on Monster, Goblins and Gremlins.”

https://youtu.be/STwuex9VYAQ