Eminem’s iconic track “The Real Slim Shady” just hit an incredible milestone, making Em the first and only rapper with four songs Over 2 billion Spotify streams.
Originally released as the lead single from “The Marshall Mathers LP” in 2000, “The Real Slim Shady” skyrocketed up the charts, peaking at No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100. It became Eminem’s first No. 1 hit in the UK and Ireland and was among the top-selling songs of the year in the UK. The track also earned numerous accolades, including MTV Video Music Awards for Best Video and Best Male Video, and a Grammy for Best Rap Solo Performance.
Certified multi-platinum across the globe — 11× Platinum in Australia, 7× Platinum in the US, and 4× Platinum in the UK — this fan-favourite track still receives over 1.2 million streams daily on Spotify.
While “The Real Slim Shady” is his fourth most-streamed song on the platform, its recent milestone reflects the ongoing love for one of Eminem’s most iconic anthems. With tracks like this continuing to resonate with fans worldwide, the legacy of Slim Shady remains as strong as ever.
Listen to “The Real Slim Shady” on the album below:
