Who Is Eminem?

Eminem is a famous rapper. His original name is Marshall Mathers. He has been rapping since he was a teenager. He spent his childhood in Detroit in Michigan of United States. He became a video and radio superstar with his 1999 record and earned a standing as a white rapper who wasn't troubled about being offensive and rude. He became the first rapper to receive an Oscar for his song "Lose Yourself" in 2003.

He got his first break when his talents were recognized by Dr. Dre and since then he went on to become the great sensation that he is today. He is well known for his ability to adjust vocal pace and style multiple times without losing the beat. He is also considered as a great lyricist for hip-hop and complex rhyme schemes. Yet his critics also claim that his lyrics incite violence and are homophobic and misogynistic in nature. He is the best selling music artist as per the 2006 census and was also named as the second most powerful personality on the planet in 2003.