One of the more controversial songs Eminem has ever released, the real slim shady lyrics mean that he is not scared to be himself, in spite of societal expectations or what others think. It’s a song that celebrates the unique spirit of his alter ego, and encourages listeners to do the same. It is also a scathing commentary on censorship, as the rapper mocks numerous celebrities and topics that are deemed taboo by most.

It’s interesting to note that he isn’t just referencing the typical pop culture references such as Britney Spears or NSYNC here; he actually mentions specific examples of his beefs with certain people and even mocks the alleged abuse actress Pamela Anderson suffered at the hands of rock star Tommy Lee. At times, it almost seems as if the rapper is deliberately being offensive for the sake of it.

The title of the song refers to a crowd of impostors that claim to be the real Slim Shady; he is challenging them to come forward and prove that they are in fact the mentally-disturbed persona that they portray on stage and through their music. The chorus reinforces this idea, suggesting that every single person has a little bit of Slim Shady in them, and they should embrace it.

The Real Slim Shady is a single from Eminem’s 2000 album, The Marshall Mathers LP. It’s a rap-ballet that is a scathing critique of the music industry and the mainstream media. It is considered to be among the most important works of his career and was a critical success. It is a classic example of the genre’s style of satire and was highly influential on the way other rappers tackled controversial topics.