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Eminem
Lucifer by Eminem
Featuring: Sly PyperProducers: Dr. Dre, Thomas Cheval, Sly Pyper, Luis Resto, Andreas Dries Holten, Hans van Hemert
Album: The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce) (2024)
Release Date: July 12, 2024
Writers: Eminem, Thomas Cheval, Sly Pyper, Dr. Dre, Luis Resto, Andreas Dries Holten, Hans van Hemert
Keyboards: Luis Resto
Guitar: Curt Chambers
Bass: Curt Chambers
Mixing Engineer: Dr. Dre
Mastering Engineer: Brian Gardner
Assistant Recording Engineers: Jeremy Zumo Kollie, Jeffery “Champ” Massey, Victor Luevanos
Recording Engineers: Tony Campana, Mike Strange, Quentin Gilkey, Lola Romero, FredWreck
Label: Aftermath Entertainment, Interscope Records, Shady Records
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Annotations and Meaning.
"Lucifer" is the seventh track on Eminem's album The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce). This song delves into Eminem's confrontations with controversy, personal demons, and his enduring impact on the rap scene. Eminem's controversial history and backlash for his provocative statements are highlighted in his lyrics, which include references to his controversial past and the backlash he has received for his controversial statements. He acknowledges the potential for his words to provoke strong reactions and lead to censorship or penalties on platforms like Twitter and TikTok. This reflects his awareness of how his words can provoke strong reactions and lead to censorship or penalties. Eminem's collaborations, Dr. Dre and Steady B and Cool C, are also referenced, as they were former Philadelphia rappers who murdered a police officer during a botched bank robbery and had their careers cut short after being given life sentences. Eminem invokes the violent armed robbery to refer to the massive amounts of money he made with Dr. Dre and their ruthlessness as a duo. Eminem also references his haters, referencing his father, Marshall Bruce Mathers, Jr., who passed away in June 2019. His father and his notoriously bad relationship have been discussed in his raps, with Eminem expressing his resentment towards his father's death in 2020's "Leaving Heaven." In summary, Eminem's controversial history, collaborations, and his haters are all referenced in his lyrics, highlighting the potential for his words to provoke strong reactions and lead to censorship or penalties. Debbie Mathers, the mother of Eminem, has a long history of hatred towards him. Eminem asks his mother whether he acts like a child or not, as he portrays her as something she's not. This led to a lawsuit being filed against him as she claimed lyrics from Em's 1999 track "My Name Is" damaged her character. Eminem uses the phrases "in the trenches" and "down bad" semi-ironically in his songs, referencing the Columbine massacre, Charles Manson, and the Depp v. Heard trial. In August 2023, black conservative commentator Candace Owens tweeted about Eminem getting gayer and a link to a video where she criticizes him for sending a cease and desist notice to former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy for rapping his song "Lose Yourself." Deborah Mathers, Eminem's mother, is notoriously dealing with Münchausen syndrome, a disorder where those who suffer from it wrongly self-diagnose themselves or others with diseases, illnesses, and disorders. In a lyric, "MattressFirm" references the Depp v. Heard trial, where Amber Heard admitted to pooping on Johnny Depp's bed. Eminem claims that if someone is looking to beef with him, they might as well go beef with Kendrick Lamar, referring to his devastating series of diss tracks directed at Drake, including the number one hit "Not Like Us." The song remains at #3 on Billboard after 9 weeks. Eminem is saying that he has reached a level both musically and personally that millions of people respect him and listen to his music. He has become such a huge superstar that he can't just say whatever he wants and diss whoever he wants in his songs anymore because his lyrics have become very powerful. Eminem's double entendre is used to show both bravado and vulnerability by admitting that while he has not been bested in the rap game, his step-father, Di, has been involved in the controversy.[Intro]
Eminem starts with a reference to "coup de grâce," meaning a final blow to end suffering, likening it to a "kill shot." This sets the tone for a track that aims to decisively address his critics and personal battles.[Verse 1]
Eminem tackles his contentious presence on social media, referencing potential bans from platforms like Twitter and TikTok. He mentions getting rid of Kanye West (Ye), suggesting a cultural cleanup. The lines "Dre on beats with the white-faced blondie on the mic" liken the duo to notorious bank robbers, emphasizing their rebellious and impactful collaboration. Eminem also alludes to familial tension, juxtaposing juvenile behavior with mature responsibilities, exemplifying his dual nature.[Pre-Chorus]
The pre-chorus hints at Eminem's complex relationship with his mother and how his aggressive tendencies might manifest in interactions with others. The comparison to Lucifer suggests a darker, almost demonic aspect of his personality.[Chorus]
Sly Pyper's chorus reflects on the consequences of actions and the desire to escape misery. The metaphor of buying Heaven and needing a refund underscores regret and a yearning for redemption.[Verse 2]
In the second verse, Eminem's dark humor and vivid storytelling come to the fore. He describes waking up next to a dead body, showcasing his penchant for macabre imagery. References to Columbine shooters and a "Satanic cult" of followers highlight the intense and sometimes negative influence he wields. The verse critiques societal figures like Candace Owens and delves into the absurdity of modern political and social landscapes.[Verse 3]
The third verse continues Eminem's critique of social norms and his controversial past. He addresses the constraints of political correctness and his struggle against censorship. The verse blends self-deprecation with bold assertions of independence, highlighting his resilience and defiance.[Pre-Chorus & Chorus]
The pre-chorus and chorus repeat, reinforcing the themes of inner conflict and the struggle for redemption. Eminem's acceptance of his darker nature is clear, as is his willingness to confront societal norms and personal demons. "Lucifer" is a raw and introspective track that delves into Eminem's complex persona, his battles with controversy, and his enduring impact on the rap scene. Through provocative lyrics and dark humor, Eminem explores themes of rebellion, regret, and redemption, showcasing his ability to push boundaries and challenge societal norms.Lucifer Song Lyrics
Lucifer by Eminem
The coup de grâce is the final shot
Right between the eyes
Also known (Haha) as the kill shot (People, yeah)
Something to stop the pain (Woo, it feels so good to be back)
Bad
Alright, here we go, alright, I'ma start this, I got it
[Verse 1: Eminem]
Before I get banned, kicked off Twitter
And TikTok 'cause they so damn ticked off, bitter
They want me to bounce (Like what?) like a fabric softener
We just got rid of Ye, go kick rocks with him (Ayy)
But Dre on beats with the white-faced blondie on the mic
Is like (What?) havin' Steady B and Cool C in the ride
Like we rap and did a little bank robbery on the side
So they want beef, we can make like Bonnie and collide
Haters can meet the same exact fate as my dad, wait
Least he didn't miss me graduate (Okay, yeah, great)
But, Mom, do I still act eight?
Uh, maybe a little, Debbie (What?) like a snack cake (sl*t)
[Pre-Chorus: Eminem]
But if this is what he do to his mom
Imagine what he'd do to you, I'm a lunatic armed
And if it's you I use to clip on, for you to respond
Is ludicrous, ma, look at what your uterus spawned, Lucifer
[Chorus: Sly Pyper & Eminem]
Must be a cold day in Hell (Yeah), tell me, what have we done? (Woah)
Take me out my misery, I bought Heaven when it was up for sale and now I need a refund, bae (Yeah, wait, what the f**k? Where'd I put my—)
[Verse 2: Eminem]
I think someone messed with my meds probably (Yo, who took my—)
I bet it's my ex, Molly, that I've bludgeoned to death
Already severed the head, I smell the fresh scent of flesh rotting
So it's breakfast in bed if I wake up next to a dead body (Ah)
Multiple lacerations, contusions, abrasions, bruises
Hallucinations, delusions, abusive, my language usage
They lose it when Dre produced it, as soon as he plays the music
It's lunacy, treat the beat like a choice, Shady chews it
Now all I see is dollar signs, losers
b**ch, I was in them trenches like them Columbine shooters
I was down bad, broke, and almost abandoned hope (Now what?)
Now my followers are like a Satanic cult (What?)
Yeah, they listen to me like when Manson spoke (Shh)
They say I don't know struggle no more, that's a joke (Haha)
b**ch, the f**kin' elevator in my mansion's broke (See?)
I have to walk like half a block to get a can of Coke (Damn)
And Candace O, I ain't mad at her (Ah)
I ain't gon' throw the fact b**ch forgot she was Black back at her
Laugh at her like them crackers she's backin' after her back is turned
In a cute MAGA hat with her brand-new White Lives Matter shirt (Haha, nope)
Or say this MAGA dirtbag in a skirt
Just opened the biggest can of worms on the whole planet Earth
Call her "Grand Wizard" (Yeah), "Klandace" (Haha), or "Grand Dragon," or
Like the national anthem, I won't stand for the tramp (Why?)
But I can't diss her 'cause my plans are to get in her pants and I'll blow my chance if I answer back to her
My sh*t is like taking Deborah Mathers at her word
Yeah, I'm that absurd, we had a spat, then afterwards
We squashed the beef like a hamburger patty, or should I say gigantic turd?
'Cause I put that sh*t to bed like Amber Heard at a Mattress Firm (sl*t)
[Pre-Chorus: Eminem]
But if this is what he do to his mom (Pfft)
Imagine what he'd do to you (Ha), I'm a lunatic armed
And if it's you I use to clip on, for you to respond
Is ludicrous, ma, look at what your uterus spawned, Lucifer
[Chorus: Sly Pyper & Eminem]
This must be a cold day in Hell (Yeah), tell me, what have we done? (Woah)
Take me out my misery, I bought Heaven when it was up for sale and now I need a refund, bae (Yeah)
[Verse 3: Eminem & Sly Pyper]
So whether you friend or you are foe (Woah)
Far as bars go, even f**kin' retards know (Yeah)
That as far as smoke with me, I don't think it'd be smart, so (Woah)
Might as well go lookin' for smoke with Lamar, bro (Yeah, yeah)
But, Marshall
You're gettin' more perverse every time you record a verse and
It's like you came from 2000, stepped out a portal, cursin'
Hurlin' horrible slurs towards the world and
Why can't you make fun of people behind their backs like a normal person?
But when you reach these heights, freedom of speech dies (What?)
With every line that I recite, them PC police try
To throw me in jail with no bail like a peace prize
For all of them years (What?), they reduced me to tears (Yeah)
Tried to shrink me to pea-sized, only to see my (What?)
Self-esteem rise, now these are my replies (Mm)
They made me eat sh*t (sh*t), I fed it back to 'em three times (Yeah)
Stepfather's the only (What?) one I ever been beat by (Ha)
Squeeze mics like Burmese py— (Yeah)
'Thons (Yeah), here's for each time (What?)
You sleep on the flow (What?), ho, you hear these strings climb (Yeah)
You reap what you sow (So what?), so first I must weave rhymes (Yeah)
So seamlessly, then I'ma leave eyes
In a state of disbelief, my
Genius is a trait, so the gap's in our genes, right? (Haha, the gap)
At least that's what it seems like
And I'm Lucifer and Dre's the producer for the antichrist
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