New York rapper 50 Cent and Royce Da 5’9 are putting ample respect on Eminem’s name. The hip-hop pair have come forward to acknowledge the rap icon’s birthday and share how much appreciation they have for Slim Shady.
50 Cent and Royce Da 5’9 Salute Eminem
Both Fifty and Royce relied on their Instagram pages to shout-out Marshall Mathers. Fif used a before/after shot of how long they’ve rocked with each other while Royce went all the way back into Em’s youth with a rare pic.
“Happy Birthday Em Love you wishing you many more God bless you. ???” -50 Cent’s Instagram
“48 times …. I can name 48 reasons why he raps better than you … 48 people who’s lives he’s changed. Name 48 things he’s accomplished that nobody thought he could, EVER… Happy 48th to my brother … The ? Debate your mother” -Royce Da 5’9’s Instagram
‘Lose Yourself’ Joins Exclusive Company
Eminem’s unforgettable “Lose Yourself” recently became part of a very rare club. The first single from the 8 Mile soundtrack and a smash hit in 2002 has hit the billion-stream milestone on streaming giant Spotify alongside artists like Ed Sheeran, Drake, Justin Bieber and Ariana Grande.
Snoop Dogg Bashed For Snubbing Eminem In His Top 10
Earlier this year, West Coast rap heavyweight Snoop Dogg sparked an online debate after deciding not to put Eminem into his Top 10 all-time favorite rappers list.
“Every rapper Snoop Dogg thinks is better than Eminem has Eminem in his top 5 ?” -The Eminem Bible’s Twitter
Royce Da 5’9″ Helps Eminem
Recently, Royce Da 5’9 stepped up to make a difference. The Detroit rapper took on a new project with fellow Motown great Eminem with the Marshall Mathers Foundation. Royce joined the team as the Director of Community Engagement and Social Justice Initiatives.
“I’m super excited about not just donating money but launching new initiatives… My goals are simple. Provide privilege for the underprivileged and I’m honored to team up with @eminem to do so… #MarshallMathersFoundation #RyanMontgomeryFoundation.” -Royce Da 5’9’s Instagram