Eminem's 'My Name Is' Turns 25: Rapper Reveals Behind-the-Scenes Story
Eminem's debut single 'My Name Is' celebrates its 25th anniversary. To mark the occasion, the rapper released a video on his YouTube channel detailing the song's creation and the making of its iconic music video. The track, from his album 'The Slim Shady LP', won the Grammy Award for Best Rap Solo Performance in 2000 and went double platinum in the US, selling over 2 million copies. The music video, directed by Dr. Dre and Phillip Atwell, featured Eminem impersonating Bill Clinton, parodying Marilyn Manson, and playing a mad scientist. Eminem explains he wrote the lyrics at home after composing the opening in the studio, and debunks rumors he was on ecstasy during filming. A recent TikTok trend claimed that playing the song backwards reveals the name 'Eminem', adding to its mythic status.
Key facts
- 'My Name Is' was released in 1999.
- The song won a Grammy in 2000.
- It sold over 2 million copies in the US.
- The music video was directed by Dr. Dre and Phillip Atwell.
- Eminem impersonated Bill Clinton in the video.
- The song is from the album 'The Slim Shady LP'.
- Eminem debunked rumors of ecstasy use during filming.
- A TikTok trend claims the song played backwards says 'Eminem'.
Entities
Artists
- Eminem
- Marshall Mathers
- Dr. Dre
- Phillip Atwell
- Marilyn Manson
- Bill Clinton
Institutions
- MTV
- YouTube
- Grammy Awards
Locations
- Detroit
- United States