The Marshall Mathers LP
by Eminem
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Universal acclaim- based on 1964 Ratings

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  1. frankbilders
    Feb 12, 2013
    9
    A classic album, in rap and in music in general it is Eminem's best album. I cant think of a single track I'm indifferent about
  2. bread93096
    Dec 6, 2012
    8
    Not as good as the Slim Shady LP, but has some real great tracks, and what is arguably one of the best rap songs ever, Stan. The Way Am, Drug Ballad, The Real Slim Shady, **** Please, and Marshall Mathers are the best tracks after that. Overall the album has a very raw, honest feel. While disturbing and auditorrily grating, Kim is probably the most open and unreserved song I've ever heard.
  3. cameronmorewood
    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.
  4. Monstrosity
    Nov 9, 2012
    10
    Listen to this and compare it to albums now. Lyrical horrorcore at it's finest. "Whatever happened to catchin a good old-fashioned passionate Ass whoopin' and getting your shoes, coat, and your hat tooken"
    A music industry full of pop aimed at pre-teen kids really makes you appreciate The Marshall Mathers LP. Granted if you are easily offended then don't bother.
  5. funkydoodycool
    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.    … Expand
  6. axelkoch
    Oct 11, 2012
    6
    Rap-technically he made one of his best albums here. On the other way round, I can't stand his kind of humor. Songs like 'Kim' or the Ken Kaniff skit are just atrocious to hear. But if I cut away these few songs, there stays a diversified, lyrically awesome rap LP that does not only shock, but also has very clever lines, which you may not discover until hearing the album a couple of times.Rap-technically he made one of his best albums here. On the other way round, I can't stand his kind of humor. Songs like 'Kim' or the Ken Kaniff skit are just atrocious to hear. But if I cut away these few songs, there stays a diversified, lyrically awesome rap LP that does not only shock, but also has very clever lines, which you may not discover until hearing the album a couple of times. Almost every feature on here is bad (sorry, but that's just how it is. Who needs D12, Snoop Dogg or RBX if you've got the king of rap?!) and secondary his rap skills aren't steady. But still: The way he raps is awesome and his play on words and ambiguities are one-of-a-kind!… Expand
  7. FreeRhythm
    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
  8. emceefan
    Aug 2, 2012
    10
    Quite obviously The Real Slim Shady at his peak, he showed he can ruthlessly diss little boy and girl bands, Grammy Winners, the Grammys, and many more thing. He showed imagination however dark in Stan. Thus qualities that made Eminem an original rapper, not like the others already rapping, but there will always be Eminem imitators. Thus when at the hands of The Real Slim Shady, will be ****** up.
  9. Andre3000
    Jul 22, 2012
    8
    Eminem album that pushed the style of the song "My Name is" from his previous album. Song aren't hardcore hip hop, but still maintain phenomenal rapping and great production.
  10. scfcjh
    Jun 30, 2012
    10
    One of the best albums of all time. Whether you like rap or not, you have to admit that Eminem in this album has produced a lyrical masterpiece that is almost poetic at times. Yet it is still angry, offensive, sad and funny at the same time. Genius.
  11. choopy
    Jun 29, 2012
    4
    yes, i do enjoy Eminem's music, but i just found this album offensive at times, Kim, under the influence, and other songs on this album are just to offensive, to enjoy in my opinion
  12. JoshuaStDenis
    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.
  13. YoMyNameIsJames
    May 27, 2012
    9
    The Marshall Mathers LP is probably Eminem's best record yet. The Marshall Mathers LP has good lyrics, beats, and is very appealing. The Marshall Mathers LP has many dark themes, controversy, and life stories, which makes this album amazing.

    One of the most notable positives about this record is his lyrics, which I highly praise. The album has many dark themes, with songs including "Kill    The Marshall Mathers LP is probably Eminem's best record yet. The Marshall Mathers LP has good lyrics, beats, and is very appealing. The Marshall Mathers LP has many dark themes, controversy, and life stories, which makes this album amazing.

    One of the most notable positives about this record is his lyrics, which I highly praise. The album has many dark themes, with songs including "Kill You," "Kim," and "Criminal." This album did had songs that did attract controversy, songs including "Criminal," "Amityville," "Remember Me?," and "Under the Influence." Some songs also tells life stories, including "The Way I Am" and "Stan," which is probably his best song on the album. Overall, this album amazing lyrically.

    Another thing I would like to point out is the beats on this album. Some of the beats on this album was not produced by Eminem himself. In fact, the beat for the song "Kill You" was claimed to be stolen. The beats have a lot of have a lot of bass, and sounds somewhat like the g-funk music styles. Overall, I'm not a huge fan of the beats, and I find the beats generally mediocre to average.

    Eminem's Marshall Mathers LP appeals to various types of audiences. I believe that this album appeals to fans of the genres rock, rap, and horrorcore because this album has all three of those elements in this albums. This album might also appeal to some who had struggled with their life, just like how Eminem struggled with his family and life in general. If you're not a huge fan of overuse of strong language (to me there's nothing wrong with that), or over-the-top violence, you might not be a huge fan of this album. Overall, this album appeals to a large and good amount of people especially for hip-hop fans.

    Overall, I liked Eminem's Marshall Mathers LP, and it is my favorite from Eminem's work. This album was very impressive lyrically, especially when I first listened to the album. I did find the beats to be mediocre, but overall it was okay. The album also has a large appeal, though it might not appeal to some, and the tracks are very well laid out. While it's not perfect, it's still a very good album, and is probably Eminem at its best.    … Expand
  14. TTW107
    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
  15. RickJared
    Feb 3, 2012
    10
    Possibly the best Eminem album yet. Probably the best thing about the Marshall Mathers LP is how Eminem mixes his relationship with family, his rise to fame, and his personal life, with really clever lyrical content.The Marshall Mathers LP is indeed a really unique album. It's fairly brilliant, and many songs tell a story. Eminem is definitely rap, and definitely deserves to be on of thePossibly the best Eminem album yet. Probably the best thing about the Marshall Mathers LP is how Eminem mixes his relationship with family, his rise to fame, and his personal life, with really clever lyrical content.The Marshall Mathers LP is indeed a really unique album. It's fairly brilliant, and many songs tell a story. Eminem is definitely rap, and definitely deserves to be on of the best. 10/10.… Expand
  16. spadenx
    Jan 13, 2012
    8
    Eminem is sick on every single track on this record. I didnt like all of his guest artists on the album though. Also it featured a few pointless skits (I personally hate skits). Overall it was still a great album.
  17. Zegilgamesh
    Jan 4, 2012
    10
    I'm stingy with the 10/10 placement, but this album kills it. This man has no moral conscience. He breaks every taboo and sets new ground for popular music. At his lightest, he still slays all in his way. At his darkest, he pulls music that could've come straight out of a horror movie.
  18. RonaldOVOXO
    Dec 31, 2011
    10
    Best Eminem Album Ever. His Lyrical content was at its best. I bump it everyday and i still love it till this day. I'll still be listening to this album when im 70
  19. 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!
  20. DaBlackNight
    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.
  21. 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.
  22. Muhammadomer
    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
  23. alexandergreen
    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
  24. DeadSeagull
    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
  25. WarriorV1
    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.
  26. Baron6489
    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.
  27. Chrislake94
    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.
  28. lovemusic
    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!!!!!!!!!
  29. Emperor
    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.
  30. zcohen17
    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.
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Metascore
78

Generally favorable reviews - based on 21 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 21
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 21
  3. Negative: 1 out of 21
  1. Slant Magazine
    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.
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  2. Sonicnet
    50
    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.
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  3. L.A. Weekly
    60
    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.
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