My Name Is

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About My Name Is

"My Name Is" is a song by American rapper Eminem from his major-label second studio album The Slim Shady LP (1999). It is also the opening song of that album. The song samples British singer Labi Siffre's 1975 track "I Got The...". The song was ranked at #26 on "VH1's 100 Greatest Songs of the '90s". "My Name Is" was also ranked #6 on Q Magazine's "1001 Best Songs Ever". The song was placed at number 39 by Rolling Stone on their list of "100 Greatest Hip-Hop songs of all time" in April 2016. The recording garnered Eminem his first Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance at the 42nd Grammy Awards in 2000. 


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2013
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[Eminem]
This ain't beef man
I don't know what the f*ck to call it
But no beef
Whattup X?

I float like big spirit in this bitch I'm ghostly
Rush me, cause you ain't gonna live to roast me
I'd have my motherfuckin ass kicked by Moby
if I let some bitch in the Can like 'Bis cop over me
to do war, and try to bring my crew back down
I'll never stoop, to that level, to do that now
I got a new cat, this time I'm pullin two gats out
With bullets, I finally got somethin to shoot at now

[Xzibit]
Let's see who got they city on lock
Let's see who got the better aim with the glock
Let's see who come out on top
Let's see who REALLY want they name in the streets
Let's see who want to die the same time as me
and make ends meet
Now was I, blessed with a gift, or cursed with a curse?
I follow, hearse after hearse, with verse after verse
And I'll be damned if I let Billy dance Dupri
Or anybody swing an axe at my family tree, so now

[Chorus: Nate Dogg]
I love it when you niggaz be talkin, sayin my name
Seems like your mouth is not connected to your brain
Two-zero-zero-three, and shit, it ain't the same
Better have a strap my nigga, simple and plain
Put your nuts on the table, my nigga let's play the game
Heard you so long, you be up to get the pain
I don't want to hear what you meant, do not explain
Right before you lay in your coffin, hoe say my name

[Xzibit]
Why do you hate me? (Hate me) I came from nothin
Blood sweat and tears, you did not create me
How can you doubt me? (Doubt me) You don't know shit about me
There'd be no West coast without me
Cut with the bullshit (Bullshit) I struggle for survival
And now you tryin to act like my rival?
Watch what you say partner, it's a small earth
Don't play games with your life nigga, it's not worth
all the pain (all the pain) all the agony (all the agony)
All the horror (all the horrow) all the tragedy (all the tragedy)
Put your hands up people, it's time to fight now
I beat holes in your chest, remain hostile
Threaten my life? (C'mon!) One day you'll understand
They say that pride is the sign of a foolish man
So who the F*CK?! (Who the F*CK?!) you think you talkin to
Live and direct in the flesh, I'm right in FRONT OF YOU!

[Chorus]
[Eminem]
I never really smashed on Jermaine's ass, Dre smashed him
Nobody ganged up 'til he came back and jacked him
I never really brought it to his ass, I tapped him
I coulda been like Treach, boom-bapped and slapped him
purple, for mimickin him with two rappin Urkels
I coulda snapped, took it past rap and hurt you
But I didn't, I kept it on wax and served you
I "Square Dance" cause I'm sick of rappin circles
around these clowns, stready tryin to call me out
It's like I'm listenin to motherfuckin dogs meow
You'd probably do better tryin to come and stomp me out
You don't want it with rap, this is what I'm all about - see'mon
(I) No gangsta you ain't either
(Will) But I know that I spit "Ether"
(Not) I shoulda crossed your belly
(Lose) Show you I'm not R. Kelly
X, pass me the weed, I'ma put my ashes out on his ass
For the last time man.. {*scratched* - "Watch your fuckin mouth"}

[Chorus]
[Eminem]
For the last time man, I'm through

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Eminem

Marshall Bruce Mathers III (born October 17, 1972), known professionally as Eminem (/ˌɛmɪˈnɛm/; often stylized as EMINƎM), is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer, record executive, and actor. He is consistently cited as one of the greatest and most influential artists of all time in any genre, with Rolling Stone ranking him 83rd on its list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time and labelling him the "King of Hip Hop". He will often be called " Slim Shady" at times. He has gotten into quite some rap battles against MGK, ( Machine Gun Kelly) Snoop Dog, etc. more »

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7 facts about this song

Release and Certification
"My Name Is" is a song by American rapper Eminem, which was released as his major-label debut single. The song was unleashed on January 25, 1999. - It gained immense popularity and was eventually certified 4x Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) in 2018.
Chart Performance
The single catapulted Eminem's career, peaking at number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States. - Outside the U.S, the song reached number one in Ireland and Norway, while securing top ten spots in many other countries including Australia, Canada and the UK.
Production
The catchy beat and sample in the song are from Labi Siffre's 1975 track "I Got The...". The reworking of this track was done by Dr. Dre, Eminem's producer and mentor. - Eminem and Dr Dre finished the song in just one day.
Accolades
"My Name Is" is an award-winning song, claiming the Grammy for Best Rap Solo Performance in 2000. - The song was also ranked at number 26 on "VH1's 100 Greatest Songs of the 90s" and was listed in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's 500 Songs that Shaped Rock and Roll.
Music Video
The music video, directed by Phillip Atwell, is as outrageous as the lyrics of the song, featuring Eminem in various roles, including a psychiatric patient and a proud graduate. - The video earned two awards at the 1999 MTV Video Music Awards - for Best New Artist and Best Editing.
Lyrics and Controversies
The song's lyrics feature Eminem's dark sense of humor, as well as themes of violent and disturbing imagery. - The lyrical content stirred controversy with its vivid descriptions and language, causing a version with altered lyrics to be aired on MTV and radio stations.
Pop Culture Influence
The song established Eminem's controversial and rebellious image, influencing a generation of rappers who imitated his aggressive and irreverent style. - "My Name Is" is often referenced in popular culture, showing up in movies, TV shows, and other musicians' work.

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