The Eminem Show
by Eminem
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  1. axelkoch
    Oct 19, 2012
    8
    Another step forward! Less Slim Shady, which means less fun but also less stupid obscene jokes. Anyway; rap-technically he made his best work up to that time. The way he flows in Superman is actually the best I've ever heard! Awesome rhyming skills, great ambiguities and songs with more substance. Minus 1 point for the songs after 14, except 'Till I Collapse. All in all it's a very goodAnother step forward! Less Slim Shady, which means less fun but also less stupid obscene jokes. Anyway; rap-technically he made his best work up to that time. The way he flows in Superman is actually the best I've ever heard! Awesome rhyming skills, great ambiguities and songs with more substance. Minus 1 point for the songs after 14, except 'Till I Collapse. All in all it's a very good rap album. Maybe his best, even.… Expand
  2. fifi3
    Jul 28, 2019
    8
    A classic rap album, and quite deservingly so. The lyricism is terrific and the production is actually really eclectic for this time period of the genre. Songs like Sing For The Moment, Till I Collapse and Haille's Song are repayable anchors to one of Eminem's greatest albums.
  3. RonaldOVOXO
    Feb 4, 2012
    10
    THIS IS A Classic Songs Like Without Me, Cleaning Out My Closet, Soldier, Say Goodbye To Hollywood & When The Music Stops. This album beats anything Jay-Z, Nas, Biggie & Tupac has put out
  4. FruitJuice
    Jul 18, 2017
    8
    great album............................................................................................................................................................
  5. ChiIIaoi
    Jul 19, 2023
    8
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album mt bom, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  6. Urbanlistener
    Apr 23, 2015
    10
    Eminem brings his clasics total higher with this amazingly well crafted album, who proves his complexity and pure skills as an artist. When it comes to the beats, having Dre as a mentor, Em delivers quality beats that are unforgettable and catchy like Cleanin' out my closet and Sing for the moment.
  7. Connorcox1997
    Mar 8, 2019
    10
    The Eminem Show is a fantastic album. I loved all the song, the beats are dope, and Eminem's lyrics are getting better and better. The Eminem Show is my second favorite album next to Marshall Mathers LP. I highly recommend it.
  8. Codeling
    Aug 7, 2021
    9
    Brilliant. One of my favorite rap albums ever.
    Best songs: Sing for the Moment, 'Till I Collapse, Without Me, Business, Cleanin' Out My Closet, Soldier, White America
    Worst songs: -
  9. Shady313
    Mar 21, 2015
    10
    10/10 ................................................................................................................................................
  10. DonldTrump_45Th
    Jan 26, 2023
    10
    Hello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don't worry ;)

    My final rate is: 10
  11. lovemusic
    May 12, 2011
    9
    finally eminem raps like a black person. this album was banging. this is my personal favorite by him. but the Marshall Mathers Lp was better though. i liked every song on this album it was better than average. some of his best lyrics is on this album.
  12. Mobina1
    Nov 30, 2020
    10
    Classic! His best album in my opinion, maybe others don't like it cuase of homophobe lyrics but he was jokin dawg come on, how **** up are you
  13. cameronmorewood
    Nov 9, 2012
    9
    It is shy of greatness, but not by much. Eminem has put a variety of fantastic tracks on this album, and each one has different tricks up its sleeve.
  14. Jensen67
    May 23, 2017
    8
    Eminem's second best album behind MMLP. Some of his best songs are on this album but as with every Eminem album (for me) there are one or two songs that just fall flat.

    Best songs: Cleanin' Out My Closet / "Till I Collapse / Sing For The Moment
  15. tonto
    Jun 17, 2021
    10
    The greatest hip hop album ever made in my opinion. This is a classic. It’s even better than the legendary 2pac’s albums Strictly For My N.I.G.G.A.Z. and All Eyes On Me which were also urban classics. Eminem rhymes effortlessly and comes up with passionate lyrics the listener can relate to, though they are racy. This is an album that you can listen to from start to finish and never skip aThe greatest hip hop album ever made in my opinion. This is a classic. It’s even better than the legendary 2pac’s albums Strictly For My N.I.G.G.A.Z. and All Eyes On Me which were also urban classics. Eminem rhymes effortlessly and comes up with passionate lyrics the listener can relate to, though they are racy. This is an album that you can listen to from start to finish and never skip a song. Till I Collapse, White America, Without Me, and Soldier are the stand out tracks although all the songs on the album slap.… Expand
  16. JamesJennings
    May 9, 2022
    10
    This is the initiator for my love-hate relationship with Eminem. This is by far his best album, and there's not a single miss on here, maybe apart from drips. Every song is good with incredible production, lyricism and flow. I just wish we could still get albums like this from him.
  17. hiphop97
    May 27, 2013
    10
    My favourite album by Eminem. He shows more maturity than on his previous albums and his lyricism and flow are better than ever. Also this album appeals to a wider audience. This album is a classic and proves that Eminem is one of the best rappers alive.
  18. Macrofficial
    Mar 25, 2020
    7
    The 1st half of this album contains average to decent tracks, but then the 2nd half of the album are full of great tracks. Even though this album could've been better, I'm not disappointed and it was a fun listen.
  19. TTW107
    Dec 27, 2011
    10
    Em's first three albums are CLASSIC and they are all completely different; that is an amazing feat. Slim Shady LP is slim talkin' about the struggles before fame and fortune. Slim is a much more raw, troubled eminem - "I'm tired of backstabbin ass snakes with friendly grins, tired of committin so many sins, tired of always givin in when this bottle of henny wins, tired of never havin anyEm's first three albums are CLASSIC and they are all completely different; that is an amazing feat. Slim Shady LP is slim talkin' about the struggles before fame and fortune. Slim is a much more raw, troubled eminem - "I'm tired of backstabbin ass snakes with friendly grins, tired of committin so many sins, tired of always givin in when this bottle of henny wins, tired of never havin any ends" Marshall Mathers LP is a more polished em dealing with fame and fortune - "Became a commodity cause w-h-i, t-e cause mtv was so friendly to me, can't wait til kim sees me" The Eminem Show is both of those worlds clashing causing a behemoth of an album - "If I could go back, i never woulda rapped, i sold my soul to the devil i'll never get it back, i just wanna leave this game with level head intact"… Expand
  20. u137288reddit
    May 10, 2018
    1
    Eminem is a very technically talented rapper, but he has consistently wasted it on unfunny and offensive lyrics which basically amount to mocking random celebrities and gay people for no reason. THis is no different.
  21. SuchiB14
    Nov 1, 2018
    10
    This **** is dope as **** one of the best rap albums ever. The lyricism is brilliant and the beats are phenomenal and (as always) Em sounds great. 10/10
  22. drongodan
    Jan 20, 2020
    10
    Classic Eminem. Surely this is a greatest hits? So many bangers. Fave tracks ; Business, White America, Superman, Without Me, Till I Collapse
  23. The-X-Territory
    Jan 24, 2021
    8
    Some of Eminem's best songs of all time, not only do they go hard, they destroy other rappers lyrically. With the Exception of Drips, every song on here is incredible. If Drips was removed, this would easily be a 9, maybe a 10.
  24. hiphopplatinum
    Oct 2, 2022
    9
    best Eminem album and is a massive step up from an already amazing previous album with big improvements on every front
  25. rollingstone82
    Aug 13, 2010
    9
    Solid third album.

    Slim Shady LP introduced the world to Eminem, a crude, white maniac with exceptional rhyming skills. Marshall Mathers LP gave the world Em's personal side while mixed with comic and satirical content. The Eminem Show is the retrospect of his career. After selling millions and millions of records, everyone wondered whether Eminem Show lived up to expectations. Yes it    Solid third album.

    Slim Shady LP introduced the world to Eminem, a crude, white maniac with exceptional rhyming skills. Marshall Mathers LP gave the world Em's personal side while mixed with comic and satirical content. The Eminem Show is the retrospect of his career. After selling millions and millions of records, everyone wondered whether Eminem Show lived up to expectations. Yes it did.

    Taking more control over the production (Dre produced only 3 tracks), Eminem makes lyrical assaults on many including George Bush, rap critics, pop stars, Kim, and his mother. He goes from criticizing the common views against white rappers and to his success making keen observations that his color helped him gain fame. He criticizes the Bush administration in Square Dance for its decision to send soldiers to Iraq. He recalls his assault on a bouncer after he allegedly saw him kiss his wife. In Soldier, he recalls the violent rage in him before and during the attack but in Say Goodbye Hollywood, he regrets doing that saying that his wife would have cared less and that he could be imprisoned thus stalling his career and affecting his relationship with his daughter. In Sing For The Moment, he discusses how music has suddenly become an influence on kids because they can relate and how one should not take things so seriously. In Say What U Say, he and Dre declare war on Jermaine Dupri and Canibus.

    A couple of minor complaints are the repetition of content, namely rants against his mother and the whole Slim Shady antic on My Dads Gone Crazy. The songs Drips and Superman are unnecessary misogynistic rants against whores and should not have been included.

    Yet The Eminem Show succeeds because Eminem keeps it interesting. After all, he can't leave rap alone. The game needs him.    … Expand
  26. spadenx
    Jan 13, 2012
    7
    The songs I did like, I really liked. However I hated most of the songs off this album and I dont think it was as good as his previous album was. It was ok though.
  27. flametail23
    May 19, 2015
    10
    Now this is something special, this was the first Eminem album I listened too so I have nostalgia with it. It's an amazing album with only 1 song I'm not too fond of on it.
    10/10
  28. jagai84
    Nov 10, 2012
    10
    EMINEM is forever!!!!!!! he keeps making incredible music... truly the best rapper and overall artiste alive! he never disappoints... he a **** legend!!!
  29. ArkodeepSen
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    Insant classic. This is the best album of all time. Nothing can be better than this. This is the greatest piece of music.
  30. Zegilgamesh
    Jan 4, 2012
    9
    In the MMLP, he broke new grounds. In this one, he became the voice of a generation. He spoke to people, rising the average sheltered suburban kid into a Shady forever.
  31. TyroneP
    Oct 25, 2010
    8
    Without ever really matching the heights of The Marshall Mathers LP or The Slim Shady LP (excepting maybe one or two cuts), Eminem manages a good quality record that breezes through 80 minutes like it was nothing. Not only is he a terrific rhymer (obviously), but he makes it sound so easy.
  32. Chrislake94
    Jun 8, 2011
    10
    You see Eminem expand a lot more on his personal side a lot more than he did on the Marshall Mathers LP. This is lot more serious but his lyricism is emmaculate
  33. DaBlackNight
    Oct 23, 2011
    10
    As You May Know It, Eminem Returns With A Second True Masterpiece And Classic. Its A Solid Album. The Eminem Show Is Another Album I Think Is His Next Big Album, I Can't Really Explain How Good And Pleasant It is To Listen Too. It Far Exceeds My Expectations of What I Thought It Would Be Like After Hearing The Marshall Mathers LP, Eminem Shows His Feelings Through Lyrics, Rhymes, AndAs You May Know It, Eminem Returns With A Second True Masterpiece And Classic. Its A Solid Album. The Eminem Show Is Another Album I Think Is His Next Big Album, I Can't Really Explain How Good And Pleasant It is To Listen Too. It Far Exceeds My Expectations of What I Thought It Would Be Like After Hearing The Marshall Mathers LP, Eminem Shows His Feelings Through Lyrics, Rhymes, And Production. i Give This Album A 5 Mic Rating. "Till I Collapse" Is The Best Track On This Album. I Love All Songs On The Eminem Show, And I Listen To It Every Day. Well Done Slim.… Expand
  34. Gamemod
    Feb 1, 2020
    9
    You know it's a good album. I feel like from what I have heard so far it's good. It's not the greatest thing ever but it's alright. Final score is 9 out of 10
  35. itsaboutdrive
    Dec 6, 2022
    10
    favorite rap album of all time. I know that this can't be considered as the greatest rap record but it's still a banger for me.
  36. Kaztaj
    Nov 16, 2010
    10
    An amazing lyrical genius, this album holds what Eminem truly is. From the whitty-ness of "without me" to the seriousness of "Sing for the moment" its an album Ive bought and glad I did.
  37. Emmy
    Apr 5, 2020
    10
    This has to be eminem best project, the album is so smooth from top to bottom. A classic for sure. Became a fan after this album because of cleaning out my closet, what a record.
  38. aftermath96
    Feb 4, 2018
    10
    of course this album is my second favorite album of all time, behind MMLP, those albums sounds so perfect
  39. Sermanson2002
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    Excellente album, mi preferido entre toda su discografia, album que hoy en dia sigue siendo relevante
  40. Harol
    Jun 5, 2019
    10
    This is such an amazing album, a masterpiece from the 2000s, Eminem gave excellent beats and lyrics and its singles are amazing
  41. Sergio2008
    Jan 6, 2016
    9
    Eminem's third best album and his last great body of work. Eminem, again, tackles all the issues the audience has known him for; his mother, racial disputes, political issues, and his daughter. Nothing really new here, but Eminem is such a witty lyricist that nothing ever feels like a bore. Mathers is emotionally invested as ever on The Eminem Show.
  42. isaacb263
    Aug 16, 2018
    9
    Almost as good as MMLP. Amazing substance, writing, classic. Eminem at his peak
  43. jake47jake
    Jun 16, 2022
    9
    incredible album. this 20 year old album still holds up as on of the best of all time. Eminem proved the world that he was one of the best of all time,

    Best tracks- White America, cleanin' out my closet, soldier, without me and my dad's gone crazy
  44. gotosleepbtch
    Nov 25, 2022
    10
    thats why hes the goat. thats why hes the goat. thats why hes the goat. thats why hes the goat. thats why hes the goat. thats why hes the goat.
  45. BIGREESE
    Jan 27, 2011
    10
    Lyrically Genius is proved once again, i cannot stress how good this album is a 10 in every aspect. ddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
  46. alexandergreen
    Sep 5, 2011
    8
    After a two brilliant albums, Mathers returns for what is essentially his middle album. It's not quite at the highs of The Marshall Mathers LP, but it hasn't quite stooped to the lows of Encore. This time, his beats are pumped up, and there's much more of a poppy feel to the majority of the songs. A subconsciously dark tune featuring his daughter Hailey stands out among the pack.
  47. Andre3000
    Jul 22, 2012
    10
    Classic album with a little bit of everything. Beats are on point, and eminem's lyrics prove why he is one of the greatest to do it. It's disgusting how a professional critic could rate something like this so low.
  48. DamonAubergine
    Sep 21, 2018
    6
    The Eminem show certainly has some historic tunes on it such as 'Without me' and 'Till I Collapse', but the album as a whole doesn't feel like it's Eminem writing at his best. It seems more of a bragging album crossed with a sympathy album, rather than the hard hitting and witty Eminem from The Marshall Mathers LP.

    Although this album is still a good album, it could have been so much    The Eminem show certainly has some historic tunes on it such as 'Without me' and 'Till I Collapse', but the album as a whole doesn't feel like it's Eminem writing at his best. It seems more of a bragging album crossed with a sympathy album, rather than the hard hitting and witty Eminem from The Marshall Mathers LP.

    Although this album is still a good album, it could have been so much better with the traction Eminem had at the time. Underwhelming, but not disappointing.    … Expand
  49. BlueLotusPoet
    Oct 13, 2010
    8
    While it isnt as memorable as the Marshall Mathers LP, The Eminem Show still proves to be an entertaining and strong album. This album sees Eminem slowly shifting away from the horrorcore edge he once had on the Slim Shady LP and Marshall Mathers LP. Despite not hearing too much blood and guts references in a humorous and lyrical fashion, there is still that sense of aggression, passion,While it isnt as memorable as the Marshall Mathers LP, The Eminem Show still proves to be an entertaining and strong album. This album sees Eminem slowly shifting away from the horrorcore edge he once had on the Slim Shady LP and Marshall Mathers LP. Despite not hearing too much blood and guts references in a humorous and lyrical fashion, there is still that sense of aggression, passion, and overcoming that Eminem gives which has always been cherished by many. "Haile's Song" finds Eminem singing a couple verses which arent amazing neither horrible. Actually, he's carrying a tune instead of really singing. Overall, The Eminem Show is step down from his previous album, but is still quite satisfying.… Expand
  50. slimshady99
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    This album shout every one facking mouth its was pure fire thanks agian em ❤️
  51. JoshuaStDenis
    Jun 5, 2012
    10
    This album makes it Eminem's third classic consecutive album, proving to everyone what a rap sensation he really is, destroying his competition lyrically as well as commercially.
  52. Rap_Reviews
    Jan 20, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Eminem 2nd best album of all time. Without being a single till I collapse is certified 5×Platinum in US shows how legendary this album is Nate Dogg killed that hook (RIP) This album has so many classic starting from a legendary song white America to last song this album has no skip (Drips sometime) Eminem flow in this album is legendary. Mostly produced by Eminem & he did a good job. Along with The Sllim Shady LP & Mathers LP, Eminem Show is his 3rd Classic… Expand
  53. Jr88
    Jan 19, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece that's the only way to call this album.
    Eminem in his best. Best flows in an album ever.
  54. mckenniegoat
    Nov 22, 2022
    10
    one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. period...................................
  55. Anthony_wx
    Jan 4, 2023
    10
    This **** is Fireeeee , I **** love this album , has classic songs that people really listen to in tha hood, so **** you **** who say "nobody plays Eminem in the hood".
  56. TuomasLouhisalo
    Jul 25, 2023
    8
    The Eminem Show is a decade defying rap album, that holds some of the best songs of it's era. One of the best rap albums of the 2000s.

    Best track: Cleanin' Out My Closet
    Worst track: Drips (feat. Obie Trice)
    Best feature: Nate Dogg
  57. Hovdagoat
    Aug 2, 2023
    10
    the goaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaat
  58. WarriorV1
    Jul 6, 2011
    10
    Eminem matures and takes more of a political view in this album. May not be his best album ever but it is definitely my favorite album Eminem has ever created.
  59. ViTRiFY
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Amazing! I would say this is Eminems best album in his discography giving it a slight edge over the great MMLP album.
  60. joshootMi
    Nov 5, 2013
    10
    In my opinion this is his best album to date. With so much diversity of content, great lyrics, beautiful songs, lots of meaning, signs of maturity, "TILL I COLLAPSE", the fact that every song off of this album feels like a classic, solid beats, and an overall powerful message it's no wonder people love it!
  61. nbro
    Jan 22, 2020
    9
    This is a good album with great tracks, such as Cleanin' out my Closet, Sing for the Moment and Without Me.
  62. Diavoloo
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    I love this album. its amazing . The flows are dope and the lyrics are great.
  63. JrsMwn
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    This is Em’s best album, the content here and his cadence are simply incredible. What a timeless classic.
  64. Totie12
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    My favorite album of all time. The beats and ems flows get me fired up. It’s like all his best qualities finally cane together.
  65. Grrrsta
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    TES is a classic................................................................................................................................................
  66. Barlog
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Eminem at the peak of his career. A very consistant album full or great music. The only thing it lacks are tracks you would skip. Every song is superb.
  67. Momoki_02
    Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This album is one of the 3 classic eminem albums. Every tack is amazing, No doubt 10/10
  68. HIPHOPREVIEWS
    May 12, 2021
    9
    Great album definitly one of the best in all of Hip-Hop, the lyrics the features... everything!
  69. That1Person
    Jun 20, 2021
    10
    Fantastic variety in the sound and the messages in the music. Instant classic.
  70. Emperor
    Apr 3, 2011
    10
    Eminem is the only rapper with three classic(SSLP, MMLP, TES), He is also the only rapper with two diamond certified albums(Diamonds are forever). Its so amazing how a white boy can dominate a predominant black art form. To me, Eminem is better than tupac, B.I.G or whoever you think. He made the art popular and accepted and rap music owe him for that. In the early years of Hip Hop, OnlyEminem is the only rapper with three classic(SSLP, MMLP, TES), He is also the only rapper with two diamond certified albums(Diamonds are forever). Its so amazing how a white boy can dominate a predominant black art form. To me, Eminem is better than tupac, B.I.G or whoever you think. He made the art popular and accepted and rap music owe him for that. In the early years of Hip Hop, Only blacks liked it and it was so tamed for the whites but now see where it is primarily because of Eminem. LEGEND !!!… Expand
  71. michaelbozas
    Jul 16, 2018
    8
    I've been going through Eminem's records lately and I was especially looking forward to listening this album for the first time because from what I had already heard it was pretty damn good. And it turned out that that was the case with this entire LP.
    The obvious highlights were "'Till I Collapse and " and "Without Me". The former of the 2 is one of my favourite Eminem songs and probably    I've been going through Eminem's records lately and I was especially looking forward to listening this album for the first time because from what I had already heard it was pretty damn good. And it turned out that that was the case with this entire LP.
    The obvious highlights were "'Till I Collapse and " and "Without Me". The former of the 2 is one of my favourite Eminem songs and probably my favourite track featured in this record. I get so excited every time I hear it and feel like I can do anything. The ladder of the two is also one of the catchiest songs I've heard from him. still, the rest of the songs are really solid as well. They're good on their own way. For example songs like "Sing For the Moment" and "When the music stops" are like something out of 8 mile, which I love, and others liek "Say what you say" and "My dad's gone crazy" are things that would fit right in the Slim Shady LP.
    Now there are some things I dislike. Some of the tracks get a bit repetitive with the lyricism, but nothing too bad. Something else that bothered me a bit was that the song "Superman" is so out of place in this album, I don't even get why it was a single. Also I really don't like the song "Drips", as that kind of music makes me sick. But that's were most of my negatives end. I am thing a light to decent 8/10.    … Expand
  72. MCBengs
    May 19, 2019
    10
    The Eminem Show displays Eminem’s complete rapping ability, his flow, his lyrics and delivery are at an all-time best. This is a sound of a man who is at the pinnacle of his career. His flow and rhyme schemes sound so effortless, yet established. Where The Marshall Mathers LP sounded like a primal howl of rage, The Eminem Show showcases an artist trying to make sense out of the chaos andThe Eminem Show displays Eminem’s complete rapping ability, his flow, his lyrics and delivery are at an all-time best. This is a sound of a man who is at the pinnacle of his career. His flow and rhyme schemes sound so effortless, yet established. Where The Marshall Mathers LP sounded like a primal howl of rage, The Eminem Show showcases an artist trying to make sense out of the chaos and turmoil in his personal and professional life. Eminem, for the first time comes out not as his alter ego Slim Shady, or his artistic persona but as his true, more mature self. A combination of a wicked, hungry version of the Slim Shady LP to the liberating fearlessness in taking hip-hop left turns and acting the fool while high on the chronic in The Marshall Mathers LP. Eminem has never relied on features too much, and he never had to, his bigger than world persona was always enough. The album features his closest partners: Dr. Dre, D12 and Obie Trice. The album features total of 15 songs and 5 skits. From start to finish, excluding the infamous song “Drips” Eminem continue giving his 100 percent, with each song being as good as or even better than the one before it. The album gave us such Eminem classics as Cleaning out my closet, Without Me, Business, Sing for the moment, and the best gym/hype up song ever: Til’ I Collapse featuring the late legend Nate Dogg. In a few of his songs Eminem is contemplating his life and even death. What would happen if he died after this album dropped? I think that it is safe to say he would be forever established as the GOAT.

    The album is a spectacular show fest of rhymes, unstoppable flow, uncensored shots at everyone who even dares to step up to Eminem, and as a matter of fact, he gave us an Idea on why he’s going to stay in the rap game, and keep slaying it. 1999 to 2003 was arguably the biggest run of any artist ever. Eminem took the world by it’s balls and did whatever he wants with it. Sadly, every era must come to an end, and no matter whether you enjoyed Encore or not, The Eminem Show was the last truly great album, which also sort of marked the end of an era of this kind of rap style. However Eminem's music will forever stay within us, and despite all the opinions surrounding his career nowadays, we must give him credit where it's due. After Eminem stepping down, new artists and older well known rap icons came for his crown like: Lil Wayne, DMX, Jay Z, Kanye West    … Expand
  73. Yanstarr
    Jun 5, 2019
    10
    This album is my favorite from Eminem's discography. I can listen to this album from start to finish with zero skips. He has a song for every mood. Sing for the moment is my absolute favorite.
  74. Cway
    Jan 25, 2020
    0
    just doing my part.........................................................
  75. itachiuchiha007
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    this is classic this is classic this is classic this is classic this is classic this is classic
  76. JustNed
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great… Expand
  77. Phiwe
    Aug 6, 2020
    10
    The album has a unique timeless sound that defines Eminem's perfectionism mentality which is accompanied by his best production on a full length studio album to date with assistance from the Bass brothers,Luis Resto and Dr Dre the album unlike most of his discography creates a good vibe.
  78. ST33L3RZ
    Oct 17, 2020
    10
    Another great album from King Mathers. I noticed that I've listened to this one frequently.
  79. LemonDropped
    Oct 2, 2021
    8
    While it can't compete with The Slim Shady LP, it is one of my top 3 in Eminem albums, with great choruses and amazing flows and lyricism from Eminem, with catchy rhythms. Where the album falls short is it being mildly unadventurous.
  80. Malakamartinez
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    This is one of the greatest hip-hop albums ever released, no doubt. Even in 2022, it has aged so well that it sounds even better than the first time. Em is absolutely one of the GOATs for sure.
  81. Muhammadomer
    Sep 8, 2011
    10
    i love this album. love every aspect of it.. when im gone is so perfect., infact this whole album is so perfect. loved the style and speed of rapping from eminem in this album. i hope he carries on with the same !!
  82. Baron6489
    Jun 23, 2011
    9
    Phenomenal album...probably in the running as the best album of 2002. The only knock on it is that it had to follow up the expectations set by The Marshall Mathers LP, which it almost does.
  83. HipHopHead25
    Jan 12, 2014
    10
    In my opinion, Eminem's best album. The lyricism is up to par where his fans expected it to be, the wordplay is as fresh as it ever was and the beats are the only thing that makes it beat his previous album, The Marshall Mathers LP. The beats consisted of some of the best rock-rap vibes I've ever heard, and overall the production is stellar. His last classic, in my opinion.
  84. Compuitguy
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    An undisbuted classic album and always enjoyable

    Eminem has been proving that he is one of the GOATs if not the GOAT
  85. shaly21
    Jan 20, 2020
    10
    Classic Em. I didn't really like Em as much when I was growing up cause I always heard the goofy songs on the radio. But as I got older I started to listen to and, therefore understand more of what he was saying and grew an appreciation and respect for his music. Now he's one of the top 5 rappers on my list. Great album.
  86. Rtoon
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Working once again with producer Dr. Dre, Marshall Mathers returns with his third album. The greatest album of the year
  87. adidhar
    Feb 1, 2020
    10
    This is one of the greatest Eminem albums of all time beaus every song on this is a classic. You can feel Eminem's passion on this one and the beats are great.
  88. theapple
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    For me, The Eminem Show is the best album of all time. From the beginning to end. The greatest MC of all time on his best album ever. Some people say MMLP is his best, just a matter of opinion.
  89. Gods
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    While not the 2nd greatest rap album of all time, it's still a solid work of lyricism and excellent musical artistry
  90. Ghostt
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    Old em is amazing... his music especially old is awesome, i I’ve listened to his songs so much this album was up their on the list.
  91. burakcelik
    Dec 22, 2020
    9
    Almost perfect. not as much as good as SSLP or MMLP but it's still a masterpiece.
  92. PureWheel9
    Jul 8, 2020
    10
    A classic album, amazing tracks, beats and delivery. This is a great cd. Eminem rocks and for all of you people who do not like him, then there is something wrong with you in the head.
  93. Lyr1calM1r1cal
    Jan 7, 2021
    10
    He hasn't made a better record since this released. This was the peek of his career.
    Favourite Tracks: White America, Business, Cleanin' Out My Closet, Soldier, Without Me, Sing For The Moment, Superman, 'Till I Collapse
  94. Thiago555888
    Dec 6, 2021
    10
    O melhor álbum do Eminem e de toda a história da música, contém todas as melhores características do Eminem e todas as músicas são no mínimo 9/10, e outras que tão boas que passam esse limite, como: Without Me, Cleanin' Out My Closet, Drips, Sing for the Moment(A melhor música do álbum), 'Till I Collapse, White America, Superman e até Hailie's Song. Simplesmente cada minuto ouvindo esteO melhor álbum do Eminem e de toda a história da música, contém todas as melhores características do Eminem e todas as músicas são no mínimo 9/10, e outras que tão boas que passam esse limite, como: Without Me, Cleanin' Out My Closet, Drips, Sing for the Moment(A melhor música do álbum), 'Till I Collapse, White America, Superman e até Hailie's Song. Simplesmente cada minuto ouvindo este álbum vale a pena.… Expand
  95. The_D4RknesS
    Jul 2, 2022
    10
    =========================Just great to hear====================================
  96. Eciti
    Oct 28, 2011
    9
    As for me it is the best Eminem album. The beats on this album are better. He shows how versatile he is on his flows, lyrics, emotions.Has nice guest list especially Nate Dogg.
  97. hownattyyyydo
    Aug 8, 2014
    10
    Straight up classic. Great storytelling, has a concept that may seem boring at first but is interesting and intriguing as heck. Funny at time, serious at others, a great album.
  98. youlouz
    Jan 27, 2015
    8
    This is one of Eminem's worst albums, yet it its amazing! He is the best rapper ever .
  99. Mathrouzaud
    Dec 27, 2014
    6
    The moment he was still a little mad in his lyrics and approach of society. He deals with sex and ego and **** around who disagrees with his stuff. The model rapper ?
  100. convalesce
    Mar 19, 2015
    9
    This album is a near perfect mend with the production of hip-hop and rock. It begins with a curtain opening to reveal an unprecedented track list. From the serious "Cleanin' Out My Closet" to the infamous hit single, "Without Me" this album is a perfect wrap of uniqueness. The transitions between skits and songs are as perfect as is his other two LPs. The angry Eminem has never left theThis album is a near perfect mend with the production of hip-hop and rock. It begins with a curtain opening to reveal an unprecedented track list. From the serious "Cleanin' Out My Closet" to the infamous hit single, "Without Me" this album is a perfect wrap of uniqueness. The transitions between skits and songs are as perfect as is his other two LPs. The angry Eminem has never left the booth in this album. He looks back on the immediate success his other albums brought him and shows his fans that he is here to stay with a never ending thorn in his side.… Expand
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#1 Most Discussed Album of 2002
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#1 Most Shared Album of 2002

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Metascore
75

Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 20
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 20
  3. Negative: 1 out of 20
  1. Rolling Stone
    80
    Eminem just may have made the best rap-rock album in history
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  2. CultureDose.net
    70
    With each successive album Eminem finds new depth and excitement within the same themes and structures he used way back on The Slim Shady LP, so even if new songs contain earmarks of Eminem classics, they still feel reinvigorated.
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  3. Uncut
    60
    Behind the hype and the swagger, he's still baring enough of his soul for The Eminem Show to be compelling theatre. [Aug 2002, p.118]
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