Eminem is widely referred to as a rap God and lyrical genius. He is arguably one of the best rappers/freestylers in history and proved to be more than a white rapper using shock value to earn success with The Eminem Show. He showed the world his talent and what he is capable of as an artist. Although his career gained him respect, recognition, fame, and wealth, things weren’t always easy for the aspiring rapper.
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Eminem didn’t exactly have an ideal childhood. Growing up with a drug addict for a mother in a dangerous neighborhood, Eminem never felt safe at home and spent his time rap battling on the streets. He turned his pain into incredible lyrics, which led to wealth and success. Talk about a “rags to riches” story! 8 Mile is a film loosely based on the Eminem’s life, depicting what it’s like to be an aspiring artist on the streets of Detroit.
We’ve got some behind-the-scenes facts about the rap movie and its accuracy in relation to Marshall Mather’s real life.