Eminem's Explosive "Rap God": A Verbal Marvel
Rap God by Eminem holds the record for most words in a hit single.
In the dynamic world of rap, Eminem's "Rap God" stands as a true linguistic feat. With a lightning-fast pace and a runtime of 6 minutes and 4 seconds, the song packs a whopping 1,560 words – an astonishing average of 4.28 words per second. In a mere 15-second segment, Eminem, also known as "Slim Shady," delivers a rapid-fire barrage of 97 words, showcasing a staggering rate of 6.46 words per second, aptly described as "supersonic speed."
Diving into the intricacies, if we exclude the 26-second introduction voiced by an unidentified vocalist and a variable count of background words spoken by Eminem during the intro (which likely amounts to 22, already accounted for in the total of 1,560), "Slim Shady" fires off 1,460 words in the verses and choruses within 5 minutes and 38 seconds, maintaining an impressive pace of 4.31 words per second.
"Rap God" is more than just a linguistic showcase; it's a lyrical canvas where Eminem masterfully references an array of figures. From Monica Lewinsky to Dale Earnhardt and a roster of fellow rappers including 2Pac, Ice Cube, Eazy-E, Run-DMC, Dr. Dre, Rakim, Pharoahe Monch, Fabolous, Ray J, and Heavy D & The Boyz, Eminem weaves a tapestry of 43 rap and hip-hop personalities.
Featured in Eminem's eighth studio album, "The Marshall Mathers LP 2," "Rap God" stormed onto the scene. It debuted at Number 5 on the UK's Official Singles Chart on October 26, 2013, and reached Number 7 on the US Billboard Hot 100 on November 2, 2013. The song's impact resonated worldwide, charting prominently in various countries. Eminem's dominance was evident, as "Rap God" marked his seventh Top 10 debut on the Hot 100, surpassing Lil Wayne's record for most Top 10 debuts by a male artist.
Moreover, "Rap God" played a pivotal role in securing Eminem's place in history. It established him as the leader for the most simultaneous Top 20 hits on the US Hot 100 as a lead solo artist. On November 16, 2013, "The Monster" (No. 3), "Berzerk" (No. 15), "Survival" (No. 16), and "Rap God" (No. 17) all occupied the Top 20 simultaneously. Among lead artists, only The Beatles have surpassed Eminem's feat, achieving six simultaneous Top 20 hits in 1964. The song also marked Eminem's performance at the inaugural YouTube Music Awards in New York City on November 3, 2013, adding another chapter to the legacy of "Rap God."
Here's the video if you haven't heard the song :
StarBeats Word : Supersonic speed
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