The Way I Am

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About The Way I Am

"The Way I Am" is a song by American rapper Eminem from his third album The Marshall Mathers LP (2000). "The Way I Am" was released as the second single from the album on September 7, 2000. It is also featured on his 2005 compilation album, Curtain Call: The Hits. In the tradition of most of Eminem's follow-up singles, "The Way I Am" is one of the songs for which he has sole songwriting credit. It features a much darker and emotionally driven sound than the album's lead single, which was "The Real Slim Shady".  


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Eminem

Marshall Bruce Mathers III (born October 17, 1972), known professionally as Eminem (/ˌɛmɪˈnɛm/; often stylized as EMINƎM), is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer, record executive, and actor. He is consistently cited as one of the greatest and most influential artists of all time in any genre, with Rolling Stone ranking him 83rd on its list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time and labelling him the "King of Hip Hop". He will often be called " Slim Shady" at times. He has gotten into quite some rap battles against MGK, ( Machine Gun Kelly) Snoop Dog, etc. more »

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Artist Information
"The Way I Am" is a song by globally acclaimed rapper Marshall Mathers, famously known as Eminem.
Album Facts
The song features on Eminem’s third and most successful studio album, "The Marshall Mathers LP."
Song Release
Released as the second single from the album in 2000, "The Way I Am" solidified Eminem's presence in the music industry.
Lyrics Insight
It is a rap song that reflects Eminem's frustrations with the expectations of his record label and the public.
Chart Achievement
The song reached number 58 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number 2 on the UK Singles Chart.
Music Video
Director Paul Hunter created the music video, which features Eminem furiously rapping on a tightening wire, representing his tension with society.
Song Inspiration
This song was crafted as a response by Eminem to his record company's request for him to write another song like "My Name Is," which was a massive success for the rapper.
Grammy Highlight
"The Way I Am" bagged a nomination at the 44th Grammy Awards for Best Rap Solo Performance but lost to "Get Ur Freak On" by Missy Elliot.
Marilyn Manson Collaboration
The music video for "The Way I Am" features a cameo from rock star Marilyn Manson, whom Eminem referenced in the lyrics.
Self-Production
This is one of the few songs on "The Marshall Mathers LP" that Eminem produced on his own.
Controversial Lyrics
The song received criticism for its violent lyrics, indicative of Eminem’s frustration and anger at the time. Moreover, it was this rage-filled tone that largely captivated fans.
Cultural Impact
Despite instances of controversy, "The Way I Am" is considered an influential rap song and showcases Eminem's talents as a thoughtful, introspective lyricist.
Crossover Popularity
This track has been covered or sampled by various artists such as Mary J. Blige, Our Last Night, and Hollywood Undead, demonstrating its widespread popularity and influence.
Autobiography Title
Eminem took inspiration from this song's title for his autobiography, which he also titled "The Way I Am."
Top Charts in Other Countries
The single also reached the Top 10 charts in Australia, Belgium, Netherlands, New Zealand, and Norway.

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