Eminem’s alter-ego Slim Shady made a surprising comeback on Tuesday’s episode of “The Face-Off.” Despite being killed off in “The Death of Slim Shady,” the iconic character resurfaced, marking a significant moment for fans. During the 11-minute episode, the 51-year-old rapper, alongside Slim Shady, made several references to other artists, including Taylor Swift.
In a comedic dig, Slim Shady took aim at Eminem, stating, “You’re not f**king Taylor Swift. You had one era that mattered… mine!” This comment is part of a larger narrative in the episode, which begins with an intro reading, “Somewhere in the Detroit multiverse,” setting the stage for a trip down memory lane. Slim Shady reminded Eminem that it was he who made him famous, despite Eminem’s assertion of his 25-year career success.
NFR Podcast on X posted the video and captioned, “”You’re not f*ckin’ Taylor Swift. You only had 1 era that mattered” — Slim Shady roasting Eminem on ‘The Face-Off’ by Complex”
The interaction between Eminem and Slim Shady highlighted the tension between the rapper’s past and present personas. Slim Shady insisted, “I’ve been sent from the past to save our career,” to which Eminem responded confidently about his successful career. However, Slim Shady roasted him, emphasizing that the success was built on his back and that Eminem’s impactful era was during Slim Shady’s prominence.
Fans of both Eminem and Taylor Swift reacted positively to the episode. One X (formerly Twitter) user appreciated Eminem’s recognition of Swift’s success across different eras, while another acknowledged Slim Shady’s point about the significant era he represented in Eminem’s career. The episode’s release following Eminem’s 12th studio album, which marked the end of his provocative alter ego, added a nostalgic yet fresh twist for fans.
“The Death of Slim Shady” served as Eminem’s 12th studio album and marked a significant milestone in his career, delivering his 10th consecutive Billboard 200-topper. The album debuted with an impressive 281,000 total album-equivalent sales in its first week, ending Taylor Swift’s three-month run atop the chart. This achievement underscores Eminem’s enduring popularity and the impact of his music, even as he continues to evolve and revisit his iconic alter-egos.
“You’re not f*ckin’ Taylor Swift. You only had 1 era that mattered”
— Slim Shady roasting Eminem on ‘The Face-Off’ by Complexpic.twitter.com/jZhH3Hc2K2
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