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- Album
- The Slim Shady LP
- Released
- 1999
- Genres
- rap, hip hop
- Length
- 3:47
- Tempo
- 95 BPM
- Label
- Aftermath
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About this song
The DeAngelo Bailey named in the song attempted to sue Eminem for $1 million in 2003, claiming he slandered Bailey's character and fabricated stories. The judge dismissed the case and wrote her own rap at the end of the ruling to explain her decision.
What it's about
Slim Shady tells a grotesque and surreal story about his childhood and how he became so crazy. The tale is inspired by real events.
Fun facts
- Sampled in 2 other songs, like “Mic-Check by Permanent Marker”.
- Covered once, including “Wouldn't tell by Nurses”.
- Written by Eminem, Jeff Bass and Mark Bass.
- Produced by Eminem and Bass Brothers.
- Recorded at The Mix Room & Dre's Crib.