“Will the real Slim Shady please stand up?” Recognized throughout the hip-hop community, this popular phrase references infamous rapper Marshal Bruce Mathers III. Aka Eminem, Marshal Mathers is special because he is arguably the most successful white artist in the hip-hop world. Being an A-list celebrity, Eminem is highly admired and considered a big star in Hollywood. His music involves a style of rapping that many people identify with and love. However, there are also critics ready to analyze the message that Eminem offers through his rap lyrics and his raw tone. When performing for his fans, Eminem transforms into a passionate performer and was given the alternative nickname Slim Shady. It is evident that Slim Shady puts his whole heart into the creation of his music, through his drive for success. Examining his true achievements, some people wonder why Eminem has received so much praise and recognition. While some will make Eminem an idol, still others condemn him and blame his music for containing offensive material and corrupting the youth of this generation. Are these people fair with their assessments and accusations? How has Marshal Bruce Mathers III, aka Eminem, alter ego Slim Shady, influenced hip-hop culture and this generation in the 21st century? There is no doubt about Marshal Mather's tough childhood. It is also evident in the lyrics of his songs that his parents influenced him negatively. He was led down a dangerous road of alcohol, drugs and violence. Growing up without a father, Marshal and his mother never stayed in the same place for long. As a result, he found himself constantly moving from school to school. This made him feel like he needed to...... middle of paper ...... this article because it explains very well how Eminem became successful in this industry and what influenced his success. White , Russell . “'Behind the Mask': Eminem and Postindustrial Minstrels.” European Journal of American Culture 25.1 (2006): 65-79. Premier of academic research. Network. April 25, 2014. This article presents Eminem as the most prominent hip-hop artist of his generation. Within this eulogy, the article refers to Eminem's relationship to certain constructions of authenticity within judgmental hip-hop culture. The article delves into the reasoning behind Eminem's definition of "white trash" and its relationship to constructions of postindustrial white masculinity. The information I will use from this article will come from the part that examines the critics of Eminem's work and why they deem him an offensive artist.