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    recognized rappers in the world, he is Marshall Bruce Mathers the third (Mattern 1). Over the years Marshall became close with his uncle (Ronnie Mathers) who inspired him quite much and also introduced him to rap and hip-hop. Only a few years after Ronnie had introduced Marshall to hip hop, Ronnie committed suicide (“Eminem” Contemporary). This affected Marshall greatly for the man who practically raised him over the years had just committed suicide leaving Marshall alone once again. Growing up in a

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    Who is Marshall Mathers? Few people’s dreams are bold enough to inspire, motivate, and drive them to overcome circumstances and reach goals that are otherwise deemed unreachable. Many give up and settle into the comfort of their old ways before ever reaching their true potential. The life of Marshall Mathers is one that embodies this “underdog” principle unlike many others. Many know him as Eminem; however, they are unaware of the story behind his success, and how his life speaks to the immense

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    release of his first album The Slim Shady LP in 1999 or the more predominate album under fire The Marshall Mathers LP released in 2000, and Encore in 2005 Eminem has been fighting off critics and gay and lesbian right activists because of his "lyrical content." People say that he is a homophobic gay basher with no respect for women. Encore is another brilliant work from eninem but the album that started the most controversy was The Marshall Mather LP. Eminem gave his foes plenty of ammunition

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    Eminem Research Paper

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    Eminem was born Marshall Mathers III on October 17, 1972 in St. Joseph, Missouri, to Marshall Mathers Jr. and Deborah Mathers. His father abandoned the family when Marshall was just a baby. His mother raised him by herself. He grew up very poor, going from school to school every time his mother would get a new job. He didn’t have many friends and would constantly get bullied throughout his childhood. He was always fond of English and would read the dictionary in his spare time just to expand his

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    successful musicians, Marshall Mathers is the target of intense controversy. Mathers, better known by his stage name Eminem, is often written off as violent, misogynistic, and homophobic. Activist groups have picketed his concerts, parents have condemned his songs, and countries like Canada and Australia have even tried to cancel his tours. However, regardless of the intense backlash, Mathers has revolutionized hip hop, transforming it into a mainstream form of music. Mathers’ story indicates that

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    Marshall Bruce Mathers III: The Rap God

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    Marshall Bruce Mathers III, more famously referred to as Eminem or his alter ego: Slim-Shady, is the iconic rap/hip-hop artist who failed the ninth grade three times and quit school to flip burgers at a family restaurant. Mathers doesn’t consider himself as stupid, instead he advises his wide range of listeners to not follow his path. So how does a short order cook become a rapping multimillionaire? Eminem’s early years, his road to glory, the subjects of his songs, and his glorious amount of fans

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    As one of the world’s most successful musicians, Marshall Mathers’ is the target of intense controversy. Mathers, better known for his stage names Eminem or Slim Shady, is often labeled as violent, misogynistic, and homophobic. However, behind his hateful songs, is a hero that few people see. Mather’s story suggests that people are too quick to categorize others, and therefore misjudge them. While his songs are undoubtedly profane, Mather’s purpose behind them reveals his true nature, as well as

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    The Hip-Hop Hall Of Fame

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    love. “Lose Yourself” by Eminem, you’ve always connected to his music and grasped his passion for music. You understand the struggle in his life and see how far he made it. “Marshall Mathers, who later took the name Eminem, had an unstable childhood, moving repeatedly between Missouri and Michigan. …his mother, Deborah Mathers, raised him. ...After repeating ninth grade three times, he dropped out of highschool and he held various unfulfilling jobs until his music career became profitable. He maintained

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    full of despair – being your strength when you’re weak. And for me, I’m talking about Marshall Mathers (AKA Eminem, Slim Shady). All I can do is try to explain the significance he has to me, to thank him, to pay homage, but there’s no way that I could ever give him a gift like he gave me – and that’s worth talking about. It was Christmas Eve of 2000: my nine year-old brother was given The Marshall Mathers LP from our uncle. I remember everyone looking around the room – almost completely silent

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    Anyone who may know Marshall Mathers might find him as an influential person. Marshall Mathers, also known as Eminem, was bullied as a kid for being small. Marshall wrote songs about any moment that did happen in his life. Marshall had been through many situations not many would think about. Marshall has been abused. depressed, addicted, bipolar disorders, and drug abuse. Marshall does anything he possibly could for his daughters. Marshall Mathers is a positive influential person because he went

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