Eminem
Marshall Bruce Mathers III
Eminem is an American rapper from St. Joseph, Missouri active since 1988.
- Profession
- Rapper, Songwriter, Record producer
- Born
- October 17, 1972
- Years active
- 1988–present
Early life
Born in St. Joseph, Missouri, and raised largely in Detroit, Marshall Mathers honed his craft in the city's battle-rap scene before being signed by Dr. Dre.
Career
His "Slim Shady LP" and "Marshall Mathers LP" made him a global phenomenon and lightning rod, and he founded Shady Records, signing 50 Cent, while starring in the film "8 Mile."
Major achievements
He has won fifteen Grammy Awards and an Academy Award, and is among the best-selling music artists of all time.
Legacy
Eminem is one of hip-hop's most technically gifted and commercially dominant artists, and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
References
Frequently asked questions about Eminem
- What is Eminem known for?
- Eminem is an American rapper from St. Joseph, Missouri active since 1988. Eminem is recognized as a rapper, songwriter, and record producer.
- Where is Eminem from?
- Eminem is from St. Joseph, Missouri.
- When was Eminem born?
- Eminem was born on October 17, 1972, in St. Joseph, Missouri.
- What kind of music does Eminem make?
- Eminem's music spans Hip-hop, Horrorcore, and Midwest hip-hop.
- Is Eminem still active?
- Yes — Eminem has been active since 1988 and continues to work today.
- What record labels has Eminem been associated with?
- Eminem has been associated with Shady, Aftermath, Interscope, and Web.
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