marshall mathers lp, marshall mathers being eminem s real name. and suddenly the biggest star in hip-hop is eminem, bar none. all you other slim shadies are just imitating so won t the real slim shady please stand up eminem came from a white working-class background and those are the stories he told. it just put him on a different level because he brought his own authenticity to the game. dj. i saw 8 mile in times square opening night and had to sit in front of the theater. it was one of the most satisfying movie experiences i ve ever had. i mean, listen, on lose yourself when that thing comes through your speakers in a giant movie theater that s a big moment. the oscar goes to eminem for lose yourself. the music the moment you own it you better never let it go it s not quite purple rain but it was pretty damn good. this opportunity comes once in a lifetime you better lose yourself