Eminem
LegendThe fastest rapper alive with unmatched technical precision. Eminem's internal rhyme schemes and emotional vulnerability redefined what rap could be.
Discography
Artist Stats
Lyrical depth & complexity
Rhythm & cadence mastery
Vocal presence & control
Knockout bar impact
Word range & precision
Style range & adaptability
Album-to-album reliability
In-battle chess / reads
Double entendres & metaphors
Cultural impact & legacy
Career Data
Factual career statistics — commercial success is separate from rapping craft.
Overview
Marshall Bruce Mathers III
Real Name
October 17, 1972
Born
Detroit, Michigan
Hometown
1988–present
Active Years
Billboard
13
Hot 100 Entries
1
Hot 100 Peak
22
Top 10 Singles
5
#1 Singles
4
BB200 Entries
1
Album Peak
10
#1 Albums
10
Top 10 Albums
0
Weeks Charted
Streaming
73,000,000
Spotify Monthly Listeners
64,413,885,777
Total Streams
Without Me
Most Streamed Song
Sales & Certifications
Not Afraid
Single · 2014-06-10
Love the Way You Lie
Single · 2014-06-10
Awards & Nominations
Career Milestones
Won Academy Award for Best Original Song for Lose Yourself
First artist to receive two digital diamond certifications by the RIAA
Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
Hip-Hop History
Scene: Detroit Hip-Hop
Movement: Hardcore Hip-Hop
Rising from poverty in Detroit, Eminem overcame a turbulent childhood and underground struggle to become one of the best-selling artists in music history under the mentorship of Dr. Dre.
Influences: N.W.A., Rakim, The Beastie Boys, LL Cool J
Influenced: Kendrick Lamar, J. Cole, Logic, Machine Gun Kelly
Notable battles: Everlast, Ja Rule, Benzino, Mariah Carey
Source: Wikipedia / Billboard / RIAA / Public streaming figures · Last updated: 2026-08-19