It has been 22 years since Eminem dropped “Lose Yourself”, and somehow, the track still manages to captivate listeners worldwide, proving its legacy over and over.
On this day 22 years ago, Eminem released “Lose Yourself”, a song that would soon make hip hop history and will serve as an example of his lyrical genius. Climbing to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 and staying there for an impressive 12 weeks, the track’s success has not slowed down since. With over 2.3 billion streams on Spotify and 17.5 million equivalent album sales, “Lose Yourself” holds the title of the most successful song of this millennium.
Certified 13x Platinum in the US and a staggering 20x Platinum in Australia, “Lose Yourself” is not just any song — it is one of the most awarded tracks in hip hop, even earning Eminem an Oscar, the first-ever for a hip hop track, and a Grammy. It is the kind of song that has transcended time, finding its way into everything from pre-game pep talks to major film moments.
And the song’s influence is far from fading. Just recently, a crowd of over 100,000 at Em’s Austin show belted out every word in unison, and even the US president has been known to rap the lyrics from memory. After 22 years, Eminem’s most celebrated song still inspires listeners to seize their moments — one verse at a time.
Watch “Lose Yourself” from the concert at the F1 in Austin, Texas on October 19, 2024:
