As the final weeks of 2025 roll in, Eminem remains a consistent presence on the UK music charts. While newer acts come and go, Marshall Mathers holds steady, with multiple albums appearing across both the Official Albums Chart and the Hip Hop & R&B Albums Chart.
On the main UK Albums Chart, “Curtain Call: The Hits” climbs from No.33 to No.24. The compilation, first released in 2005, has now spent a staggering 702 weeks on the chart. That’s over 13 years of continuous recognition – an unmatched milestone for a hip hop album in the UK.
Newer Releases Holding Strong
Meanwhile, “Curtain Call 2”, a sequel compilation that spans Eminem’s later career, sits at No.84 on the chart. It’s been on the chart for 176 weeks and peaked at No.3, showing strong longevity for a relatively recent release.
Although it briefly dipped two spots from last week, its staying power suggests fans are still streaming and purchasing post-2010 Eminem tracks like “Godzilla”, “River”, and “Rap God” alongside his early classics.
Hip Hop Chart Shows Deeper Catalogue Appeal
A look at the UK Hip Hop and R&B Albums Chart reveals even more. “The Eminem Show” leaps 10 spots to No.19, notching its 680th week on the genre chart. This 2002 album was once the best selling album worldwide, in hip hop and outside of the genre.
Both “The Marshall Mathers LP” (No.37, 850 weeks) and “Curtain Call” (No.29, 937 weeks) also make appearances, in line with consistent attention from UK listeners.
A Legacy That Streams Don’t Forget
Importantly, this chart performance isn’t tied to any recent tour, viral trend, or media stunt. In 2025, Eminem did not release a new album or make high-profile appearances in the UK. And yet, his music keeps climbing.
That says a lot about the way listeners engage with his work. They’re not chasing trends but returning to albums with depth, energy, and influence.
