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This is like when Run DMC and Aerosmith got together, I swear. Two of the biggest names in modern music culture have teamed up for a collaboration that has radio screaming number one, and with the Recovery album sales - 750K sold in the first week! - to go along with it, Eminem is sure to be “walking this way” to the bank with Rihanna after the duo’s new single Love the Way You Lie truly takes off. A combination almost as powerful as Chuck Lidell’s jab-to-kick pairing, Love the Way You Lie features producer Alex da Kid crafting a complex yet catchy beat that pushes Eminem to one of his most honest moments on the raw and emotional Recovery. But it’s pop princess Rihanna, whose lends an international appeal and sugary vocals on the hook, who really takes this song from first-class flight to spaceship status. And while the subject matter doesn’t exactly scream party favorite, Love the Way You Lie still has the potential to be one of the most popular songs of the new decade. Anyone dare disagree?
This song first appeared on the
Rap Chart
on July 6, 2010
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 Two thoughts:
1) When I saw the track listing for Recovery before the album dropped, and I saw Rihanna was listed as a guest feature, I knew her inclusion was strictly single driven. However, if ever there was to be an Eminem x Rihanna collabo record, I couldn't have thought out a more appropriate and convincing end result. 2) Expect this record to be one of the highest selling... of Em's entire career. 
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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very unexpected collabo, but wen u put two of the best in hip hop together u can expect a pretty significant result.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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This is definitely the best Rap/R&B collab of the past year (even better than Empire State of Mind imo)
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Let it be known i only gave this song a four because of em's verses. I did like rihanna but the beat i really just wasnt feeling it.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Also DJ Z again you guys are always making predictions that don't happen just stop it. This is def not the best song off the album so calm it down a bit.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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straight fire. this entire album was hot.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Definitely a very strong song that has loads of potential on the radio. Eminem and pop fans will both be able to enjoy this song without feel like they are selling out. Rihanna just puts the perfect touch on the hook and Mr Mathers brings the heat on his verses.
Is this a big song? Hell yes. Is this going to be THAT big, possibly but I just don't see it becoming one of his best, he has too many top caliber songs already (can you even consider that a problem?). So when is B.o.B. going to hop on part 2? |
| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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classic enff said eminem is the best.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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i only comment once in a while but this deserves one. it is going to be one of the best singles of eminem's career.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Perfect song.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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I doubt Em made this song for the radio, if he can make a song like Crack A Bottle or Not Afraid go #1, he dosen't need to work with someone like Rihanna for a hit. The song of course will be a smash.
Em was great but if he dosen't need to work with Rihanna, don't. She's the total opposite of his style and the two don't blend well. The song is alright but Rihanna was a bad choice. |
| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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the only song on his CD with some crossover potential
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Funny enough, this wasn't one of my favourite songs on the album BUT it still is awesome, shows how good 'Recovery' really is.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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One of the several classics off of Recovery. This is what Eminem needs to get some radio play. Obviously, the violent, hardcore rap Eminem so often records doesn't make for great radio. This song has the potential to get Eminem back into the spotlight to a point where the radio would actually play a solo song like "Spacebound" in the future if he released it as a single. I'll be quite interested to see what songs he releases as singles following "Not Afraid" and this one. "Won't Back Down" will probably be one. I get the feeling that "No Love" is too long of a song to get a lot of radio play. I really hope he gives "Spacebound" a shot as the 5th single.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Awesome. Eminem has had hits for over a decade now and its looking like he's reaching a new peak in his already legend-status career. Another #1 for sure, 5 stars.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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The circumstances that led to the Rihanna feature makes this so genuine and powerful. With the proper proportions, or just humanity, anyone can relate to this.
Em paints a graphic, gripping picture and his psychotic flow fitted this perfectly. It was a relief that Rihanna actually sounded good (it's not a sure bet), but the biggest surprise was the production, probably the most commercial of Em's career. (get over it!) Not a single flaw on this one! |
| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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I don't exactly understand the message that this song is conveying but it's a banger none the less. possibly a classic. I can't rate it a classic because i don't understand it lol
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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definately a classic! will be one of the biggest songs of the year when this hits radio! and has the potential to have a very good video clip.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Im not really feeling this to the degree that most of you are. Nothing on this is out and out great. The production & the hook are decent, though arnt ground breaking & Eminem sounds exactly the same on nearly every track on Recovery. 3.5
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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top 5 song off of the album. Great hook from Rihanna, and i have to say she stole the show even though she doesn't do much. That hook is amazing. Em brings solid lyrics. Who thinks Space Bound or 25 to Life should be the next single??
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Em killed as usual it kind of gave me like a more mature version of Stan. But it is a great song and never in a million years would I think Rihanna would be working with Eminem. But it works, fits like a glove.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Incoming hit alert! No hip-hop Gods can stop this (and "Talkin' To Myself") from becoming worldwide smash hits and burning cash registers or crashing down iTunes servers. Heck, if "Not Afraid" can reach the top spot with some of the cheapest drum programming I've ever witnessed. I'm 90% sure those drum sounds were pilfered from some free, downloadable piece of shareware. The first time I listened to it (Not Afraid), I felt the urge to forward the link of "How to humanize your drum patterns" to Boi-1Da.
As for this joint, I don't think I could've said anything better than @FredRico's feedback. While the album isn't without its faults or perfect as it is being touted by some fans but it certainly sees the rapper broadening his horizons and willing to experiment and move forward with both his sound and actions - while still delivering songs that tread old territories. All good in my book. |
| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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excellent song. I like how he ended the last verse.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Same guy who produced Airplanes yeah? I'm a sucker for songs fit for the radio, and with that being said, this would have to be one of my favourite songs off of the album. I came by a live version of this on Youtube, and even though Rihanna doesn't sound heaps good singing this song live, wicked collab.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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When it was revealed that Pink and Rihanna would be two of the three guest features on Recovery all the hardcore Em fans pooed their pants in anger, but both tracks turned out to be some of the best on the album. I don't think anyone could have predicted how this would have turned out, but it's one hell of a record. Rihanna's given herself just enough of a dark rock edge of the last couple years to make her sound at home on an Em track.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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I don't understand the sympathy and fascination people have for rihanna(it must be because she looks like a wounded animal). She deserves about as much compassion as Chris Brown. In the immediate aftermath of getting her ass beat, she comes out with songs about how she needs a "rude boy" and how she "loves the way you lie". Great role model for the kids. Em is about the same as he is on the rest of this album. The song will do well simply because of it's general formula (popular singer+popular rapper+crossover beat=#1 hit single), but if this does better than "Stan", "The real slim shady" or "lose yourself", it will be simply due to our modern technology and means of measure, not due to the quality of music.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Wow. Today must be "Criticize Z Day." I am not allowed to make predictions about a record or state my musical love for a Kanye/Ross track.
Oh well, there is always tomorrow haha.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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@Joe92... I'd love to see "Spacebound" as a single. That said, I think he's going with Not Afraid, Love the Way You Lie, No Love, Talkin' 2 Myself, and Won't Back Down as the singles. I personally wish he'd try out "Spacebound" as a single rather than "No Love" or "Won't Back Down." I really don't think "No Love" is single material, it is too long in general with long verses and a loud hate-it-or-love-it hook. He could also drop "Talkin' 2 Myself." All in all, I can't see him dropping 4 singles with features so "Spacebound" has a shot. It has a "Mockingbird"-ish sound to it that may work as the 5th single. I don't really know. Just some random speculation.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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@ Nathan S: dude their were 4 features included, not 3 man. Rihanna, Pink, Wayne, and KOBE (who delivers one of the best hooks on the album). I just keep seeing you say that their are 3 features, and i just finally have to say something. The CD clearly has 4 features listed. Sorry, its just been getting on my nerves. Its not only you though thats saying 3 features.
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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This is CLASSIC $hit! I didn't think this song would work either...Who would have ever thought Em and Rihanna could do a sick track together. This is Waaaaay better than my expectations. I don't give out too many 5-star ratings, but this is sick. The whole production is right and Rihanna comes up big on the chorus. Eminem is speakin that truth...He's the best MC alive...Betta Believe it!
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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EMINEM is Back!!! Finally a song without those stupid ass Accents Em def kept it real wit this album it was worth the wait & this song & concept is off the hook I myself can relate to it very much The verses the hook amazing Best Collabo I heard so far this Year!!!
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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I think this one might have to grow on me! I like it...but it has potential for me to love it! Love RiRi and Eminem so I'll definitely give it another chance
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| Posted on Jul 02, 2010 |
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Defintely one of the best on Recovery
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| Posted on Jul 03, 2010 |
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i heard this not to long ago on the radio and this sh!t is stright FIRE!!!!
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| Posted on Jul 03, 2010 |
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Very high selling song for sure. Want to send some critique but I can't after seeing the first week sales. Capable of better but one can't ignore every one hopping on his d!ck.
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| Posted on Jul 03, 2010 |
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Can u say "Eargasm" Eminem & Rihanna > music to my ears!!! :)
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As everyone else said, this was a totally unexpected collabo and I expected the worst when I saw Pink and rihanna doing hook duties on each of their respectable track. Em has def. redeemed himself with this album.
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| Posted on Jul 03, 2010 |
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| Posted on Jul 03, 2010 |
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nice but, Quentin Cuff was right, in his second last paragraph, its not a party banger, and it is summer 2010, but never fear someone will remix, rihannas part on a different beat.
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| Posted on Jul 04, 2010 |
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Damn, I actually ldig a pop track from Em.
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| Posted on Jul 04, 2010 |
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this is amazing
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This is a classic Eminem and Rihanna killed dis one love how it tells a story one some can relate to
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one of the better songs off Recovery. Rihanna definitely does this song justice. The hook was incredible. Eminem did a great job as usual. radio friendly, gonna be the next big hit, if it already isnt.
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| Posted on Jul 05, 2010 |
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At first, I did not want to post this review out of respect to the artists. But seeing as how well everyone responded to this unexpected collaboration, I had to give my two cents. So here is my review, unedited for archive's sake:
Let me step aside and comment on how "Love The Way You Lie" could be presented better by turning the time dial counterclockwise to 1997 and the sultry R&B-rap fusion of Biggie and Kell's "@*#$! You Tonight." R. Kelly wasn't just asked to provide the chorus; he did more. He ad-libbed, he did a bridge, he aided B.I.G. during his verses. R. Kelly gave a great deal of contribution to Biggie's love song without stealing his moment, and the result was an impressive and fulfilling feature. Rihanna should have done the same. I was expecting her to do some ad-libs and maybe a bridge, seeing as she was the victim of domestic abuse last year, but I don't see any of that here. Even though the song is told under the perspective of Em in relationship to his former girlfriend Kim, she could have helped enhance the song vocally, to help us understand the female side of being the abused. For example, how would she have reacted when he decides to tie her to the bed if she tried to leave him again - maybe a strong vocalization delivery similar to "No!" Using the song's lyrics can be quite an advantage. This does not mean I hate "Love The Way You Lie." I actually liked this song when it first got leaked, and enjoyed it further the moment the official release date came along. Matters is at it again, using his lyrical dexterity to express his want to keep his girlfriend by his side using a mixture of empathy and authority. Alex Da Kid puts the rock in roll mode, setting the tone for a couple in love that has suddenly gone wrong, and it is man's responsibility to fix this mess. Rihanna's hook is comfortable and calm: throughout the humiliation and abusive treatment she's receiving, she doesn't feel phased one bit. Deep inside herself, however, she feels the pain. One of the key factors in her performance is that she's not overdoing it: let the chorus speak for her emotions, let the listener relate to her words in a way that would allow him or her to sing along, ultimately sharing the pain with her. These are the musical aspects that make this unlikely collaboration a likely Grammy award winner. |
| Posted on Jul 05, 2010 |
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I feel like im the only one who doesnt like this and the only one who doesnt like this at all, I like better not afraid & no Love
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| Posted on Jul 05, 2010 |
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RECOVERY Is The BEST ALBUM OF THE YEAR... If You Don't Have It (The REAL One, Not That BOOTLEG SH*T) GO COP IT!!!
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DAMN...10 seconds into this track and I was blown away...this is the Eminem that I know who gets my undivided attention....Rihanna gives a timeless hook...this is a banger....
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| Posted on Jul 05, 2010 |
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Good song
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| Posted on Jul 06, 2010 |
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I don't like the song and I don't get the song at all. But a banger is a banger lol
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| Posted on Jul 06, 2010 |
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EXCELLENCE ON DISPLAY HERE... MUSICALLY AND ALL AROUND. EVOLUTION AS AN ARTIST IS TRULY CLEAR ON THE WHOLE ALBUM. EM TOOK CHANCES AND EXECUTED THEM TO PERFECTION. RIHANNA IS AMAZING AND A PERFECT FEATURE FOR THIS RECORD. I CAN DIG IT.
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| Posted on Jul 06, 2010 |
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i love this song! definately a classic!
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| Posted on Jul 06, 2010 |
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i thought this was one of the few songs on his new cd that i get the erge to skip. good song its just theirs a lot better songs on the album
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Classic production Alex Da Kid is on fire with this one... sounds like Em is spittin pure poetry on this one definitely a banger!!!
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| Posted on Jul 07, 2010 |
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definite classic eminem is the best rapper to ever live enough said
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| Posted on Jul 07, 2010 |
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Hello, summer, good place for shopping, fashion, sexy, personality, maturity, from here to begin. Are you ready?
http://www.madeshopping.com New era cap $ Bikini (Ed hardy,polo) $16 Sunglasses(Oakey,coach,gucci,Armaini)$12 Tshirts (Polo ,ed hardy,lacoste) $16 Air jordan(1-24)shoes $33 Handbags(Coach,ed hardy,lv,d&g) $30 Jean(True Religion,ed hardy,coogi) $30 http://www.madeshopping.com |
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Excellent song. CLASSIC!
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luv the whole album but this is 1 of my fav tunes on it ...
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| Posted on Jul 10, 2010 |
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A home-run by a great combo. Eminem isn't worried about making top 10 hits but this song defnitely is one because of Rihanna.
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| Posted on Jul 12, 2010 |
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This song is just music at its best, I have to give props to Rihanna because the hook alone is driving this song.
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| Posted on Jul 12, 2010 |
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its oen of the bst songs out by eminem!
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epic joint eniitt
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i like it... but not to much like all of my friends:P the song is great for understanding the way eminem must feel about "NOT AFRAID"... so we must take a stand.. were not alone... we go through the same road.. heh well i just want to say is this song has heart and meaning:) hope another song is great as this;)
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| Posted on Jul 15, 2010 |
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banger
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i like eminem xxx
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GREAT ASS SONG
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Can't feel the song.. Made for single purposes..
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| Posted on Jul 17, 2010 |
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All I have is One Word For this track "Classis"
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| Posted on Jul 19, 2010 |
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I LOVE THIS SONNNNNNNGGGGGG?
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| Posted on Jul 20, 2010 |
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hmmm great song but definitely not much better than empire collabo.
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| Posted on Jul 20, 2010 |
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This song hits home and it's got POWERFUl lyrics!
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| Posted on Jul 20, 2010 |
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I Love this song it's my relationship status right now!!!
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| Posted on Jul 23, 2010 |
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Damm Good Eminem is back in power
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| Posted on Jul 25, 2010 |
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great song for the radio
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| Posted on Jul 25, 2010 |
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Well written lyrics, lovin' all of Em'z rappin in thiss song.
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| Posted on Jul 26, 2010 |
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Em is back, no one will surpass him.
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| Posted on Jul 26, 2010 |
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very unexpected
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I LOVE DIS SONG OMG
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| Posted on Jul 27, 2010 |
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Production could be kicked up a notch, but overall, solid!
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the song makes me miss someone!!!
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| Posted on Jul 29, 2010 |
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