Kim
Eminem
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10 facts about this song
Content"Kim" is a controversial song by Eminem that focuses on his tumultuous and violent relationship with his ex-wife, Kim Scott, whom it's named after.
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Musical StyleUnlike most of Eminem's songs, "Kim" exhibits elements of horrorcore. This subgenre of hip hop is known for its morbid and controversial themes.
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Album InclusionThe song is featured on Eminem's third studio album, "The Marshall Mathers LP", which was released in 2000.
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Vocal TechniqueIn "Kim", Eminem uses a variety of different voices, including a soft-spoken persona, a manically angry persona, and a guttural scream to convey different emotions.
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Lyrical ControversyThe song has been widely criticized due to its violent lyrics, some of which fantasize about killing Kim.
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Real-Life ImpactAfter hearing the song for the first time, Kim Scott reportedly attempted suicide, which further propelled the controversy surrounding the song.
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Legal ImplicationsThe song was not released as a single due to its violent content and potential legal implications.
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Sequel Connection"Kim" is considered a sequel of sorts to an earlier Eminem song "97 Bonnie & Clyde", which features the rapper's daughter and also deals with the concept of killing Kim.
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Sample Usage"Kim" samples the opening lines of a song called "When the Music Stops" by a group called The D.O.C. This sample was used to draw an ironic contrast between the romantic aspiration within The D.O.C.'s song and the violent content within "Kim".
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Live PerformancesDue to its violent and explicit content, as well as its personal nature, "Kim" is rarely performed live by Eminem.
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