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  1. Oct 13, 2010
    10
    Practically Eminem at his best. While shock rap isnt really something difficult to do, Eminem mixes it with his lyrical cleverness. He throws out memorable punchlines bound to stick and he does it in a style which is clearly not simple and just thrown out with little effort. This album is quite a treasure, being that its one of the few pieces of work that are connected to the mainstreamPractically Eminem at his best. While shock rap isnt really something difficult to do, Eminem mixes it with his lyrical cleverness. He throws out memorable punchlines bound to stick and he does it in a style which is clearly not simple and just thrown out with little effort. This album is quite a treasure, being that its one of the few pieces of work that are connected to the mainstream success of the heavilly underground infested horrorcore community. Expand
  2. Jan 27, 2015
    10
    Slim Shady's best album ever!! Theres only one problem with this album. NOTHING! .
  3. Aug 13, 2010
    10
    A pathological masterpiece that succeeds in presenting emotion and uncompromising entertainment.

    This album turned the whole world upside down. It sold 1.75 million in its first week, went 5x platinum in its first month, sold 19 million total worldwide, and won Grammys. This isn't the type of album expected to achieve such heights. But at the same time, only one person is capable of
    A pathological masterpiece that succeeds in presenting emotion and uncompromising entertainment.

    This album turned the whole world upside down. It sold 1.75 million in its first week, went 5x platinum in its first month, sold 19 million total worldwide, and won Grammys. This isn't the type of album expected to achieve such heights. But at the same time, only one person is capable of making such an album. And that is Eminem.

    On his last album, he was goofy and his content was easy to distinguish as real or fake. This time is different. He is scarier, darker, more insane, and funnier. And that line between reality and fiction gets blurry. He can be serious when he's joking and joking when serious. So he leaves the deciphering up to us to determine his character.

    Thankfully, that is a strong point of this brilliant album. He gives us glimpses of his thoughts. He shows us his rage, his madness, and his emotions and feelings even on the most laughable subjects. On Marshall Mathers, he tells of his anger towards gang violence (bloods and crips), the formidable pop music, the criticism and backlash he received, and Insane Clown Posse. On Who Knew, Eminem talks about his quick and unexpected rise to fame and how his influence has become huge and how censorship groups have become so sensitive on what should be recognized as simply music. On Stan, he unweaves a fictional tale of an obsessed fan who writes letters to Eminem and goes mad after no response, and the Em's final response and advice before finding out that his fan had killed himself in a car accident. It's spooky but makes great points. But the greatest track of the album is Kim. A haunted tale of Eminem visualizing himself killing his wife. He raps in a way that sounds like he's shouting. But the fact that makes this song so great is that the audience sympathizes with him even if he is a murderer. Other tracks are amazing like The Real Slim Shady (which is WAY better than My Name Is). But Kim is the standout.

    Marshall Mathers LP was the album that made me appreciate music in times where good music was scarce. Some say the album is overrated obviously because it sold millions and made Em a pop superstar. But one should lose the prejudgment and understand that this is a work of art that deserves to be recognized as one of the seminal albums not just in hip hop but in pop music.
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  4. Nov 5, 2013
    10
    Lets Just Say I Still Listen To This Album, as its one of the best albums Eminem has ever created in his rap career...................................
  5. Dec 9, 2010
    10
    Eminem At His BEST!!!!
    One of the best Hip-Hop Albums Ever.
  6. Sep 6, 2010
    10
    This is one of the best rap album ever and one of the best Eminem album. There isn't evan one weak song. All songs are great, and the lyrics are awsome. 23mln copies of that album have sold, and that album diserve on this
  7. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Arguably the greatest rap album of all time. Every single verse from Eminem was atleast very good and none of the songs were below the very high standards of this lyrical masterpiece of an album.
  8. Nov 22, 2010
    10
    This is Eminem's finest masterpiece, the epitome of hardcore rap. The skillfully focused controversy, anger, and demented thoughts put into words by a master lyricist, both funny and dark. A sardonic, imperfect work of art. Best rap album of the decade.
  9. Apr 3, 2011
    10
    MMLP is a undeniable CLASSIC with capital letters and probably one or if not the greatest rap album of all times. Since 2000 when this album dropped, am still yet to see an album as CLASSIC as this(Across all Genres), The closest was Jay-z's Blueprint.
  10. Jul 6, 2011
    10
    Best Eminem album ever! Put aside the homophobic, sexist slurs and this is one of the best rap albums of all time. Definitely one of the best albums I ever heard.
  11. j30
    Sep 28, 2011
    10
    There has never been a rapper like Eminem or a record like The Marshall Mathers LP. Inventive and groundbreaking material here. A definitive album and one of the best records of the past decade.
  12. Sep 5, 2011
    10
    As it's one of my favourite albums, there is going to be limited critique here. But, anyway, the lyrical psychopath is back for his second studio album - or technically third - and it's his best to date. The beats are sparse and unimaginative, but the tracks still keep you entertained with Eminem's especially dark and vicious lyrics, often amusing. This album boasts a more serious approachAs it's one of my favourite albums, there is going to be limited critique here. But, anyway, the lyrical psychopath is back for his second studio album - or technically third - and it's his best to date. The beats are sparse and unimaginative, but the tracks still keep you entertained with Eminem's especially dark and vicious lyrics, often amusing. This album boasts a more serious approach than his first album, which focused on his comical alter ego Slim Shady. However, the content is more offensive than serious, with Eminem just increasing the shock factor. May not be for everyone, but this is an almighty record. Expand
  13. Sep 4, 2011
    10
    First of this album should receive critical acclaim. Women hating, violent, harsh, homophobic, or straight up silly, call it whatever, this album cannot be touched. This album features the story of an obsessed fan titled "Stan", a classic comedy track "The Real Slim Shady", an overrated track on drugs and partying "Drug Ballad", a horror movie-like scenario where he's killing his wifeFirst of this album should receive critical acclaim. Women hating, violent, harsh, homophobic, or straight up silly, call it whatever, this album cannot be touched. This album features the story of an obsessed fan titled "Stan", a classic comedy track "The Real Slim Shady", an overrated track on drugs and partying "Drug Ballad", a horror movie-like scenario where he's killing his wife "Kim", and one of his best tracks on raping his mother, beating women, and serial killing. If your not a fan of this and you take most of his violent lyrics literal, don't be a **** and come with a sense of humor. If this was a Scorsese film, it'll probably be a classic. This album is meant to entertain, not brainwash you. Expand
  14. Oct 23, 2011
    10
    This Album is Like The Best Album I've Ever Heard In Hip-Hop History. This Album Is A True Classic. The Marshall Mathers LP Is A Masterpiece. The Lyrics Is Juicy, The Beats Are old School, The Tracks Are Fun, And Interesting To Listen Too. I Give This Album A 5.5 Mic Rating. Eminem's Style, Composition, Lyrics, Are Unbeatable. Stan And Kill You Are The Best Tracks On The Album.
  15. Nov 5, 2013
    10
    *words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words**words* JUST BUY THE ALBUM IT'S F-ING AMAZING!!!
  16. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    This is what got Eminem into the GOAT convo, very early into his career. His favourite, although I like TES more.
  17. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Classic Em. I'll forever bump this album. His music helped me so much growing up and this album is one of my favorites of all time.
  18. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Man this album.... Boii this album is a classic!!! If he dropped this today. Media would be MORE livid.
  19. amberz
    Apr 30, 2003
    10
    eminem's shit is tyte, and i'd rate all his cd's with a 10 , because he's that good. plus the way he looks is a 10 too!!!!!!!!!!!!i love you eminem amber
  20. MaryO.
    Sep 22, 2002
    10
    Marshall Mathers is the shit. He has the balls to tell you the truth right to your face, and because people dont want to hear the truth they dog on him, but I think he rocks. He is also hot as hell and has a stomach you could eat off of, which always helps!!
  21. RoseR
    May 14, 2003
    10
    I think that all of Em's cd Are BAD ASS everyone should own it. Oh Yeah by the way he is A HOTTY!!!!!!
  22. jerih
    Sep 16, 2003
    10
    its the shit
  23. dannyp
    Aug 6, 2004
    10
    this is dope ass cd!
  24. JoeyH.
    Nov 11, 2001
    7
    i think the albums dope, but eminem talks about the same things all the time, he's gotta throw in some twists
  25. May 12, 2011
    10
    this was great i love this album. it was entertaining. its his best album and always will be. it had funny moments. scary moments. and sad moments. Stan is his best achievement!!!!!!!!!
  26. Jun 4, 2011
    8
    Eminem masters this album with his hardcore lyrics. Shuts the critics up. Does the Legendary song Stan with Dido and adds some dark humor with Criminal and Kill You.
  27. Jun 23, 2011
    10
    Eminem's BEST ALBUM EVER, HANDS DOWN. Will go down in history as one of the best rap albums of all time...next to Illmatic, All Eyez on Me, Ready to Die, Amerikkka's Most Wanted, Doggystyle and The Chronic.
  28. Oct 11, 2012
    10
    Easily his best album. Intelligently written, passionately performed, and highly polished. Where the Slim Shady LP showed us metallers that hip-hop and that ugly word rap COULD be good, The Marshall Mathers LP cemented that idea.

    This album changed everything. Full of amazing tunes, which contained genius stabs at the society of the day (which sadly seems even worse today... people
    Easily his best album. Intelligently written, passionately performed, and highly polished. Where the Slim Shady LP showed us metallers that hip-hop and that ugly word rap COULD be good, The Marshall Mathers LP cemented that idea.

    This album changed everything. Full of amazing tunes, which contained genius stabs at the society of the day (which sadly seems even worse today... people don't learn) and told a dark tale of Eminem's troubled "private" life.

    The only weak points, as I find in all of Eminem's records, are the collaborations which show you just how much more connected with the world (well, my world I guess) Eminem is over his peers. As Steve Berman tells us in the album, Dre is rapping about big-screen TVs, blunts, 40s and **** Eminem raps about homosexuals and Vicodin. He's all the better for it.
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  29. Feb 14, 2012
    10
    All around one of the best albums I've ever heard. I've been listening to this album for ten+ years straight and it's still amazing. I even listen to 'Kim' from time to time, it's kind of a masterpiece but i can't listen to it a lot. Other than that every song goes so unbelievably hard. "We don't do drive-bys, we park in front of houses and shoot, and when the police come we f*ckin shootAll around one of the best albums I've ever heard. I've been listening to this album for ten+ years straight and it's still amazing. I even listen to 'Kim' from time to time, it's kind of a masterpiece but i can't listen to it a lot. Other than that every song goes so unbelievably hard. "We don't do drive-bys, we park in front of houses and shoot, and when the police come we f*ckin shoot it out with them too, that's the mentality here, that's the reality here, did i just hear somebody say they wanna challenge me here, while i'm holding a pistol with this many calibers here" wow. Expand
  30. Nov 26, 2013
    10
    the definition of lyrical mastery Eminem weaves a controversy-laden masterpiece examining life and the ripple effects of fame and fortune on the artist and their fans
  31. Jun 5, 2012
    10
    This is Eminem's greatest album to date. After an amazing debut album with "The Slim Shady LP", Eminem comes back even harder to deliver this Grammy-winning classic.
  32. May 27, 2013
    10
    This album is just genius. The lyricism is clever and eminem's dark and sinister flow just adds to the dark nature of the album. This album is not for the light-hearted though. If you plan on listening to this album, prepare for shocking but clever songs.
  33. May 20, 2014
    10
    this album came out when i turned 7 i first heard it when i was 11 and i was really into rap back then im now 20 and as time has passed i have stoped listening to the 50 cents ice cubes and so on but every now and then i chuck on my mmlp and just admire the lyrical genius that is eminem this was a great album back when i was 11 and it still hold up today
  34. May 19, 2015
    10
    This is Em at his best. There are maybe two or three meh songs on this, the rest are amazing and are great to listen too. This is probably his best,maybe second best album.
    10/10
  35. Jun 13, 2016
    10
    MMLP has stood the test of time as a hip hop classic. It proved more than catchy enough to appease the masses whilst also featuring some of the most tense lyrics and delivery you will ever hear on a rap album, with some suitably sinister beats. Beneath all the shock-value lyricism lies a man laying his soul bare for all the world to tune in. Marshall Mathers tackles his experiences withMMLP has stood the test of time as a hip hop classic. It proved more than catchy enough to appease the masses whilst also featuring some of the most tense lyrics and delivery you will ever hear on a rap album, with some suitably sinister beats. Beneath all the shock-value lyricism lies a man laying his soul bare for all the world to tune in. Marshall Mathers tackles his experiences with fame and the personal turmoil he was facing at the time. Eminem showed much promise on The Slim Shady LP, but in order to keep that momentum going he had to up the ante in every possible way, and he succeeded against all odds, which has secured him a lengthy career and likely also a wealthy retirement. Expand
  36. Nov 1, 2018
    10
    If you rate this below 9, then you are retarded. This is a classic. If you are offended by the lyrics, get hard.
  37. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    A classic. Along with the Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers), this is my favourite hip-hop album of all time. I just love every track of this album.
  38. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Believe it or not it’s now 20 years and I was just listening to this CD in my car yesterday because of how great it is!!
  39. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    My secound favorite Eminem album, Kill you, The way i am, Stan,Im Back, Real Slim Shady. I can go on and on such a classic album
  40. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    This album shout every one facking mouth its was pure fire thanks agian em ❤️
  41. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    All that needs to be said about this classic is that it not only invented the word “Stan” but it also turned those who listened to into Stans of Eminem.
  42. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    When you think eminem, you think of this album. A masterpiece by all accords.
  43. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    The Eminem's masterpiece along The Eminem Show and 8 Mile OST. I heard today both albums are above 30 million copies sold, deserved.
  44. Jan 23, 2020
    10
    One of the best Eminem Album by far. Songs are beyond great and it has a lot of replay value to different music that's in the album whenever or whatever your mood is.
  45. Jan 31, 2020
    10
    It’s just awesome, best album that ever made. Beats, flows, lyrics everything is awesome. Damn.
    Sincerely, Stan.
  46. Jan 23, 2020
    10
    a classic rap/hip hop album that is flawless in my opinion. definitely in the top 3 Eminem albums and probably top 10 hip hop albums
  47. Jan 23, 2020
    10
    The goat hip hop album. There is no bad song. It also has stan the goat song
  48. Nov 19, 2021
    10
    The Marshall Mathers LP is one of the greatest albums I have ever heard. Stan is (in my opinion) the greatest song ever written, and the rest of the album is almost on par
  49. Oct 25, 2010
    10
    Possibly the best thing about The Marshall Mathers LP is hearing Eminem verbally slap the world's moral guardians senseless. However, because of its lyrical content (and also because he so frequently and ruthlessly disses 'N Sync) the pure catchy-pop of the record is often overlooked.
  50. Jan 27, 2011
    10
    This is hands down, in my opinion. The best rap album ever made. a 10 in every aspect. Lyrically Unmatched. Dre and Eminem Making beats that are all top notch. and its the perfect balance between his 2 alter egos, Slim shady and Marshall mathers
  51. Mar 23, 2011
    10
    Great LP. It is obvious that he is the best rapper today. He has unbelievable talent, creativeness that is unmatched and a way with his words that is pure art.
  52. Sep 8, 2011
    10
    awesome album. eminem has proved that he is really the real slim shady. the song stan is the best song ever. this album has everything that a good album should have. just love eminem. bravo eminem
  53. FloorP
    May 16, 2009
    10
    A classic. One of the best rap albums ever made.
  54. N10
    Nov 19, 2011
    10
    Eminem is dope. The Song's are dope. The whole album is dope!. Eminem is a legend. This is probably one of the greatest albums of all time. Grown up with Eminem's music. One of the best albums!
  55. Sep 6, 2012
    10
    Master Piece enough said his work only progressed over the years and will conitinue to im still waiting for his next ablum 2013 lets see what art he produces
  56. Nov 9, 2012
    9
    Despite a couple duds, the album really packs a punch, and is probably one of the best, most heartfelt rap albums ever released.
  57. Jul 20, 2015
    10
    Slim Shady LP put him on the map, but Marshal Mathers LP solidified his greatness. Truly one of the best albums of all time of any genre. The Way I Am, Real Slim Shady, Stan, Criminal, Marshal Mathers, I'm Back, Kill You, Amityville, and **** Please II are all great songs.

    Eminem shows all kinds of Emotions on this album. He shows his silly and wacky side on Real Slim Shady and ****
    Slim Shady LP put him on the map, but Marshal Mathers LP solidified his greatness. Truly one of the best albums of all time of any genre. The Way I Am, Real Slim Shady, Stan, Criminal, Marshal Mathers, I'm Back, Kill You, Amityville, and **** Please II are all great songs.

    Eminem shows all kinds of Emotions on this album. He shows his silly and wacky side on Real Slim Shady and **** Please II; his darker, more, disturbing side on Kill You and Kim; his very serious and thought provoking side on Stan and Marshal Mathers; and he even goes after his critics with songs like The Way I Am and Criminal.

    This album is the second highest selling hip hop album for a reason. I don't usually agree with the public when it comes to music, but they sure as hell got it right with this one. This is an undeniable classic that shows an in-depth view of the psyche of Eminem
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  58. krizzejan
    May 1, 2003
    10
    to cool
  59. LatifahH
    Jul 6, 2004
    10
    Out of all his albums dis 1 was da best. I luv dis album and i listen 2 it at least 4 times a day. Kill You is da best song on da album!!!!!!!!
  60. leisar
    Oct 29, 2002
    10
    I really enjoy this album, i listen to it all the time, every night before i go to bed and i think that Eminem isn't getting the respect he should. Listen to the lyrics and listen to them good, i would some day love to meet Marshall and tell him to his face how i feel about his music. He tells it how it is and i guess some times parents don't really like that but i say go for it I really enjoy this album, i listen to it all the time, every night before i go to bed and i think that Eminem isn't getting the respect he should. Listen to the lyrics and listen to them good, i would some day love to meet Marshall and tell him to his face how i feel about his music. He tells it how it is and i guess some times parents don't really like that but i say go for it Eminem, keep the lyrics coming! Your albums great, keep it up!! Expand
  61. Apr 5, 2013
    10
    The Marshall Mathers LP is a strong debut for Eminem. It's a meaningful and intensefully dark and humoruous which a great start to Eminem's f*cked life and career.
  62. Mar 3, 2015
    8
    Eminem's best record. The singles are the best tracks on the album. Marshall Mathers is pretty hilarious. Could do without some of the collaborative tracks. Eminem was the only memorable verse on Remember Me? and both Under The Influence and Amityville are awful (coincidentally, D12 is **** awful!).
  63. Feb 4, 2018
    10
    this album does a lot for me, this is my personal favorite album of all time, eminem is the greatest artist of all time
  64. Aug 7, 2017
    10
    the fact critics gave this is a 78 which is gd but this album easily deserves 90 84 but for people its em whos contreversy this is a deep lyrical masterpiece nothing ever topped
  65. Feb 21, 2019
    10
    Eminem made one of the most Fire sophomore albums back in the year 2000, and The Marshall Mathers LP still holds up as one of the greatest albums ever made and one of the best albums of his career. The album is also known for its controversial moments in the Album that made many people criticized him for his violent lyrics. Like in the Song "Stan" Eminem tells a story of one of his crazyEminem made one of the most Fire sophomore albums back in the year 2000, and The Marshall Mathers LP still holds up as one of the greatest albums ever made and one of the best albums of his career. The album is also known for its controversial moments in the Album that made many people criticized him for his violent lyrics. Like in the Song "Stan" Eminem tells a story of one of his crazy fan about this guy name stan is a die-hard fan of Eminem who writes him letters to him. Stan is one of my best songs from the album and one of my all-time favorite songs from Eminem. The Production and the beats from Dr. Dre is dope. And Eminem's lyrics, flow, and bars are insane. The Marshal Mathers LP is one of the best Album of his career and one of the best that Dr. Dre has ever Produced. I highly Recommended it. 10/10 Expand
  66. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    this is classic this is classic this is classic this is classic this is classic this is classic
  67. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    The greatest album ever recorded on the planet of eminem's world cup in US US the G.O.A.T
  68. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    amazing album amazing ............................................. classic
  69. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    It’s the best ever hdhajjsjsjsjsbhshshhshshhhshjsjsjsjsjsisiksbgzyaoaokabvzczfyaaialsososoosososo
  70. 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 Expand
  71. Oct 2, 2022
    8
    amazing album with groundbreaking tracks and classic production id say Kim and Amityville were misses though
  72. Mar 28, 2022
    10
    Best album of all time, Eminem is so much better than those terrible rappers rapping about lean. Only artist that can compare to this man is Freddie Gibbs.
  73. RajanA.
    Apr 15, 2010
    10
    I think this is the best rap album till date.Its amazing that a white man can make black music so popular.This album is a Masterpiece.Everyone should Listen to 'The Real Slim Shady'.
  74. JulieS.
    Jul 30, 2001
    10
    no matter wat eminem will alwayz be da best its amazing that some 1 has the gutz to go out there and say what eva he likes that real cool i would like to do that i luv u Eminem i've been through shit also so i can really relate to what he says and he really inspires me well cya
  75. HeatherP(Purdy,Missouri)
    Apr 10, 2003
    10
    iT iS gReAt!1!1!
  76. Auzzie
    Dec 27, 2004
    10
    this cd truly reflects on eminems talent and abilities.
  77. RachaelT
    Feb 3, 2004
    10
    I think the album is ace, but then again i just love eminem so all of his albums are brill.
  78. sergiog
    Jan 5, 2005
    10
    its perfect the best eminem album
  79. (cat&dan)(o'brienando'neilll)
    Dec 20, 2002
    10
    IT SUX!!!!!!!!! we're just playin' eminem u know we luv u.
  80. ladytupachassani
    Oct 9, 2002
    9
    good enough for me! eminem:lost,afraid,evil,good lover,hater,but ur 1 hell of a man. i'm so sorry,but biggies awaits uuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu!!!!
  81. RichS
    Jul 6, 2002
    9
    The Marshall Mathers LP is a classic, up there with Dre's dope-beat 'Chronic'. Em delves into his soul and comes out with raw emotion and pure feelings. The production is amazing and the lyrics flow like xxx poetry. M-M explores different zones musically and emotionally.....hot.
  82. TammyL.
    Aug 21, 2002
    10
    Love it!!
  83. EvanK.
    Aug 4, 2002
    10
    kick ass record by the way if anyone knows his real e-mail address let me know I have some lyrics of my own i'd like to send him
  84. PaulC.
    Sep 17, 2002
    10
    The best album in years and for years to come! Even minor tracks like Marshall Mathers - are good. THE MARSHALL MATHERS LP is a master piece. That's why I copied track 11 for one of my songs!
  85. sinhab
    Oct 6, 2003
    10
    this is the 2nd best album, afta eminem show, the songs like ***** plz II and way i am are classics...this album is the 2nd best album ne1 can own
  86. RachaelM
    Jan 6, 2003
    10
    This album is the best of his so far and it makes rappers like P. Diddy, Ice-cube and Dr. Dre look like Brittney spears wanna be's! The lyrics consumed in his songs assure him to be one of the best rapper/ singer/ song writter. Ronnie RIP....
  87. JenG
    Feb 10, 2003
    10
    Eminem, against most people, is the smartest man i've heard of in a long time. People don't see this because they never even take the time to listen to what this man is saying. I used to hate him,me i actually listened to his raps, i realized, this man has the sense to go somewhere. Eminem has a sense of humor, just because he says things that might be offensive to some Eminem, against most people, is the smartest man i've heard of in a long time. People don't see this because they never even take the time to listen to what this man is saying. I used to hate him,me i actually listened to his raps, i realized, this man has the sense to go somewhere. Eminem has a sense of humor, just because he says things that might be offensive to some preppy-ass somewhere, doesn't mean he is some dumb-ass high-shool drop out from Detroit. Eminem is the best artist today, and whoever thinks differently, HOLLA! Expand
  88. ellas
    Mar 6, 2003
    10
    thiscd roxi luv u em
  89. karryC.
    Apr 8, 2003
    10
    OMG! this cd rocks and so does marshall lol and his lil' gurl is so cute and he is not to bad for hisself lol I LUV EMINEM 4 EVER
  90. jade
    Oct 14, 2004
    10
    i LOVED this album i think eminem is the most talented rap artist he raps about stuff that has happened and i just love it and him
  91. garyl
    Dec 8, 2004
    10
    great cd worth you cash and time
  92. nathanh
    Feb 27, 2004
    10
    i love it.it's the best.i realy,realy,realy,love it.
  93. ZachW
    Mar 13, 2004
    10
    "Kill You" simply the best song ever!!! "Bitch Please 2" Second Best "The Way I Am" Third Best
  94. ChristineT
    Mar 15, 2004
    10
    Eminem is the bomb baby. He is the best rapper in the world, and plus, he is really HOTT!!!!!!!!!
  95. Joeleneaka:JAYSEEColley
    Apr 14, 2004
    10
    eminem is the best baby fuck you all who doubt him! he's the bst in history
  96. deestan.04.
    May 23, 2004
    10
    eminem rulz
  97. MaikenVS
    May 24, 2004
    10
    It is really just great... He is a great musician
  98. kyriag
    Jun 25, 2004
    10
    I like this album I think eminem is a natrual,his is realy good at raping,some of his songs are crazy but i love the songs.
  99. crozzle
    Jul 1, 2004
    10
    this album is purely amazing. eminem's lyrics are unreal and he is without a doubt the best rapper alive
Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 21
  2. Negative: 1 out of 21
  1. Feb 13, 2012
    30
    The collaborative efforts of tracks like "Bitch Please II" and "Under the Influence" make Eminem seem like an ornamental prop in Dr. Dre's ever-growing hip-hop dynasty.
  2. The problem is, as the album drags on, young Master Mathers wastes his considerable wit and opts to grouse in the guise of a rampaging reactionary. Song after song finds Eminem viciously baiting real and imagined enemies, as if that's all he knows how to do.
  3. It just isn't as much fun this time around, no matter how fresh Dre's beats are or how many worthy targets get shot down along with the innocent.