Jimmy Crack Corn

Eminem, 50 Cent

About Jimmy Crack Corn

"Jimmy Crack Corn" is the second and final single taken from the Shady Records compilation album Eminem Presents: The Re-Up. The song features vocals from Eminem and 50 Cent, and the single version features vocals from Cashis, who also featured on "You Don't Know". "Jimmy Crack Corn" was the last single that Eminem recorded and released before his December 2007 drug overdose, in which he almost died.


Year:
2006
3:54
229 
#5

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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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20 facts about this song

Album Inclusion
"Jimmy Crack Corn" is a song from Eminem's fourth studio album, "The Re-Up."
Collaboration
This song features an American rapper 50 Cent, an indication of their successful collaborations.
Release Date
"Jimmy Crack Corn" was released on December 5, 2006.
Music Genre
The song falls under the Hip-Hop/Rap genre and reflects Eminem's distinctive style.
Original Song Influence
The song title is a reference to the traditional American folk song "Blue Tail Fly," commonly known as "Jimmy Crack Corn".
Controversial Lyrics
Like many of Eminem's songs, "Jimmy Crack Corn" features controversial and provocative lyrics, prompting diverse reactions from audiences and critics alike.
Chart Performance
Despite the controversy and mixed reviews, the song did fairly well on music charts, particularly among Eminem's fan base.
Production Credits
Eminem himself produced the song, demonstrating his skills not just as a rapper, but also as a music producer.
Song Theme
The song is famous for its braggadocio lyrical content where Eminem discusses his success and the criticism he faced.
Album Success
Despite varied individual reviews for songs like "Jimmy Crack Corn," the album "The Re-Up" was a commercial success, being certified platinum in the US.
Song Release Data
"Jimmy Crack Corn" was released on December 5, 2006, as part of Eminem's fifth studio album called "Eminem Presents: The Re-Up".
Collaboration Work
The song features vocals by "50 Cent", a renowned American rapper, songwriter, and actor.
Genre Classification
The song falls under the genre of hip-hop and rap.
Song Background
"Jimmy Crack Corn" is a redefinition of an old minstrel song from the mid-19th century, sharing the same name but with completely different lyrics and meaning.
Chart Performance
Despite not being released as a single, the song still managed to peak at number 59 on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Subject Matter
The song is noted for its subject matter, which largely involves Eminem and 50 Cent dealing with fame and the criticism that comes with it.
Meta-Criticism
"Jimmy Crack Corn" is seen as the two rappers' response to critics and detractors, where they throw shots back at those who criticize them.
Album Success
Despite mixed reviews, the album "Eminem Presents: The Re-Up" in which the song is included, was a commercial success and attained the top position on the Billboard 200 charts.
Song’s Reception
Although the song was not released as a single, it received mostly positive reviews from critics, with many praising its catchy beat and aggressive lyrics.
Lyrics Interpretation
Along with the rest of the album, "Jimmy Crack Corn" is considered reflective of Eminem's attempt to mentor and promote the talent of other artists who were a part of his label, Shady Records, during that time.

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