The Marshall Mathers LP 2
by Eminem
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8.5

Universal acclaim- based on 1386 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 1,227 out of 1386
  2. Mixed: 77 out of 1386
  3. Negative: 82 out of 1386
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  1. TuomasLouhisalo
    Jul 25, 2023
    7
    The Marshall Mathers LP2 sees Eminem deliver good performances, solid production & great charisma even though the tracklist has some dirtspots.

    Best track: Headlights (feat. Nate Ruess)
    Worst track: Stronger Than I Was
    Best feature: Kendrick Lamar
  2. ChiIIaoi
    Jul 19, 2023
    6
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album ok, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  3. Anthony_wx
    Jan 4, 2023
    9
    Eminem the rap god , this album is at the level of TMMLP and bad guy is one of the best intros on Eminem albums.
  4. todaywasagooday
    Dec 1, 2022
    10
    This deserves more. 8.5/10 is not enough considering that it was one of the best hip-hop albums of 2013 and this can't just be rated as some Denzel Curry or JID **** No opinions, just straight facts. New artists can't be compared to Em.
  5. behumblebtch
    Nov 26, 2022
    10
    Em's best album of the 2010s. After a decent album (Relapse, 6.5/10 for me), a really good one (Recovery, 7,5/10 for me), we get an amazing album like this one. 10/10 for me.
  6. hiphopplatinum
    Oct 2, 2022
    9
    my 2nd favorite Eminem album and better than mmlp tbh with minimal bad tracks
  7. Goorman1996
    Jun 23, 2022
    10
    It was the first his new album that was released when I first started to listen his art. It's a brilliant classic, without a doubt. If someone would ask me: what's your best Em's album so far, I'd probably say: Recovery and MMLP2. In my humble opinion — it is his last best album.
  8. Sanga
    Sep 4, 2021
    10
    Masterpiece. I am proud to be an Eminem fan.
  9. Codeling
    Aug 7, 2021
    7
    It's a solid record.
    Best songs: Legacy, Bad Guy
    Worst songs: Stronger than I Was
  10. tonto
    Jul 30, 2021
    7
    A more contemporary Eminem album with his new style of a sporadic flow that's kind of punchy and shouty. The album has more female pop artists on some of the hooks like Skylar Grey and Rihanna. It also uses a lot of samples of older hard rock anthems from the 70's and early 80's like The Stroke by Billy Squier and Life's Been Good by Joe Walsh. I'm not exactly sure why Eminem called thisA more contemporary Eminem album with his new style of a sporadic flow that's kind of punchy and shouty. The album has more female pop artists on some of the hooks like Skylar Grey and Rihanna. It also uses a lot of samples of older hard rock anthems from the 70's and early 80's like The Stroke by Billy Squier and Life's Been Good by Joe Walsh. I'm not exactly sure why Eminem called this album the "Marshall Mathers LP 2" like it's a sequel to the Marshall Mathers LP since it doesn't really seem like it's done in the same style. It's more like a mainstream hip hop and rap rock album whereas MMLP was a horrorcore and hardcore hip hop album. It doesn't really push the boundaries as much as that album and doesn't feel as controversial. It also isn't as relevant. Eminem's references are noticeably getting more dated and he feels less current. His pop culture references still are adequate, but it doesn't seem like he's as tapped into the pulse of pop culture and what the cool, young people are into as he was back in the late 90's and early 2000's. Which makes sense since he was about 40 when this album was released. The best songs are Bezerk, Rap God, So Far, and Headlights. Headlights is a sentimental apologetic ballad type song dedicated to his mom which is the emotional high point of the album.… Expand
  11. The-X-Territory
    Jan 24, 2021
    9
    Not as great as the original, but definitely better than the Eminem show. This is only more evidence of the fact that Em hasn't fallen off whatsoever, with his lyrical and Technical ability seeming as strong as ever, if not stronger than ever on this album. Bad Guy being one of Em's best verses of all time (and being better than Stan in my opinion), Rap God which whilst overrated is stillNot as great as the original, but definitely better than the Eminem show. This is only more evidence of the fact that Em hasn't fallen off whatsoever, with his lyrical and Technical ability seeming as strong as ever, if not stronger than ever on this album. Bad Guy being one of Em's best verses of all time (and being better than Stan in my opinion), Rap God which whilst overrated is still a great track, Headlights being a genuinely emotional song that surpasses its predecessor cleaning out my closet, Survival going hard as all hell, and Love Game being one of my favourite Eminem songs ever. This Album has an incredible songlist, and as said before, only one of them is bad.… Expand
  12. burakcelik
    Dec 22, 2020
    8
    Much better than his previous albums (excluding mmlp, sslp, tes.). I'ts not his best but it's still very good.
  13. Macrofficial
    Mar 26, 2020
    10
    Underrated, I'd even go as far too say that this is Marshalls best album. It's kind of like The original MMLP with a Recovery sound too it, making it sound amazing lyrically. My favourite songs on this project would probably have to be: Bad Guy, So Far... , and Headlights. This album does not get the love it deserves.
  14. Shenossih
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    It's slept on so much. But definitely not on the level of it's first chapter. And still he was being poppy too.
  15. AliAbdullah
    Feb 3, 2020
    10
    This is great album and shows how Eminem has grown as person. He is not bashing his wife/mother doesn't mean it is not good hip-hop album. Lyrically this is one of the finest album. He also understands and addresses hate towards him in the songs like He shows his rap skills in "Rap god".
    Best storytelling in "Bad guy". other songs are also very great. He takes Slim Shady responsibility .    This is great album and shows how Eminem has grown as person. He is not bashing his wife/mother doesn't mean it is not good hip-hop album. Lyrically this is one of the finest album. He also understands and addresses hate towards him in the songs like He shows his rap skills in "Rap god".
    Best storytelling in "Bad guy". other songs are also very great. He takes Slim Shady responsibility . Overall this is great album    … Expand
  16. soulindj
    Jan 29, 2020
    8
    em is back with new mmlp. still “bad guy” and “rap god”. he kills “brainless” **** listners!
  17. Barlog
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    The album which established Eminem as the Rap God. Great lyricism, highest quality rap.
  18. Diavoloo
    Jan 28, 2020
    10
    This is great album and shows how Eminem has grown as person. He is not bashing his wife/mother doesn't mean it is not good hip-hop album. Lyrically this is one of the finest album
  19. vindydc
    Jan 27, 2020
    10
    greatttt albummmmm why be a king when you can be god? wooow one of the best album
  20. BRiiAN_24
    Jan 26, 2020
    10
    At first I didn't like, maybe because the name but after really listening to it I really enjoy it!
  21. Buyhands
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    One of the most slept on albums in Eminem's entire discography. Classic Eminem displaying his lyrical talent.
  22. Ghostt
    Jan 23, 2020
    10
    absolutely amazing. Recommend to anyone, em is an amazing artist... new or old album it’s good.
  23. 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.
  24. JrsMwn
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    One of Eminem’s best albums, it’s insane how good this is and how much replay value it has. It’s a classic album to me..
  25. Coolguymandude
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Just like the 1st it's great personally I'd say it's even more great it's the best!
  26. Ryanscaggs
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
  27. nbro
    Jan 22, 2020
    9
    Eminem's best album since The Eminem Show. I particularly loved the tracks Rap God, Berzerk, Bad Guy, The Monster and Legacy.
  28. slimshady99
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    This album shout every one facking mouth its was pure fire thanks agian em ❤️
  29. Grrrsta
    Jan 22, 2020
    10
    One of my faves from EMINEM. ..............................................................................
  30. PME
    Jan 21, 2020
    10
    Can’t understand how this hasn’t scored higher. Love this album.
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72

Generally favorable reviews - based on 33 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 21 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 33
  3. Negative: 1 out of 33
  1. Q Magazine
    Jan 7, 2014
    60
    Even though his wit and word patterns still dazzle, they need a livelier canvas if the Eminem nostalgia experience is to be the thrilling one it should be. [Jan 2014, p.122]
  2. Mojo
    Dec 18, 2013
    60
    The music is almost secondary, his production' often leaden beats a mere sideshow to mind-bending internal rhyme pyrotechnics that jab hard at the surreal dial. [Jan 2014, p.92]
  3. PopMatters
    Nov 21, 2013
    80
    Eminem might not be making “shock rap with Doc” like he used to be, but The Marshall Mathers LP 2 takes turns as equally bold and unpredictable as anything in his discography.
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