Experience the groundbreaking second studio album, 'The Slim Shady LP', from renowned American rapper Eminem. Released on February 23, 1999, this album marks Eminem's first commercial release under the prestigious labels of Interscope Records and Dr. Dre's Aftermath Entertainment. Crafted in Ferndale, Michigan, the album showcases the production prowess of Dr. Dre, the Bass Brothers, and Eminem himself. The album's lyrics, penned from the perspective of Eminem's alter ego 'Slim Shady', are celebrated for their vivid depictions of violence and liberal use of profanity. Garnering both critical acclaim and commercial success, the album debuted at number two on the US Billboard 200 chart and sold 283,000 copies in its first week. Its lead single, 'My Name Is', reached number 36 on the Billboard Hot 100. The Slim Shady LP has been certified quadruple-platinum by the RIAA, won a Grammy for Best Rap Album, and was ranked number 273 on Rolling Stone's list of the 500 greatest albums of all time. This album catapulted Eminem from obscurity to stardom, earning him his own record label, Shady Records, and a busy touring schedule. Despite controversy over its lyrical content, The Slim Shady LP remains a pivotal release in Eminem's career and a cornerstone of the rap genre.
Manufacturer: Aftermath Ent. / Interscope
Variants: Streaming, MP3, Audio CD, Vinyl, Audio, Cassette
Dimensions: 12.32 x 12.36 x 0.31 inches; 8.32 Ounces
variant: Vinyl
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