1. Eminem - Cultural Icon and Lyrical Genius
He's 37 now, but his music first hit at a time when the music industry was dominated by the first wave of millennial glitz and glamour: boy bands, meaningless rap lyrics, and bling. ... The lyrics to "Rap God" expose Eminem's personal thoughts about his role in music as a white rapper in black industry. ... He gets his listeners to think about what they would do if they were put in his shoes; it tells us a story from his point of view. ... Eminem is not afraid to say what is on his mind; he became iconic for his willingness to speak the truth openly about race issues. ......
- Word Count: 1858
- Approx Pages: 7
- Has Bibliography
- Grade Level: Undergraduate