A new clip from Stans shows Eminem describing how hip-hop gave him a sense of strength when he needed it most.
Eminem is promoting the upcoming Stans documentary with more enthusiasm than we’ve seen from him in years. With teasers, trailers, and daily posts building momentum ahead of its August 7 theatrical release, fans are getting glimpses into Marshall’s world and his connection to those who have followed him from day one.
The latest preview, shared on Eminem’s socials, is one of the most personal yet. In it, he talks about the role hip hop played in shaping him from a young age:
Hip hop was the most important thing that empowered me as a kid. It made me feel tough when I wasn’t. I was a scrawny little kid growing up on 8 Mile, on the fucking block. Put my headphones on and it made me feel powerful. Hip hop taught me how to throw my first punch, gave me the confidence. It was like my dad… It was the only thing that made me empowered and made me feel good about myself when I started being able to write rhymes and figured out how to do it.
The kind of need young Marshall felt — looking for strength and identity through music — is something millions of fans across generations have understood. Maybe that is why so many connect so deeply with his lyrics.
Stans hits theatres worldwide for a limited run starting August 7: stansmovie.com
“Hip-hop taught me how to throw my first punch” 🥊 #STANS doc in theatres 8/7 🎤 https://t.co/BQ8uxND0i6 pic.twitter.com/hRdAJq8LEB
— Marshall Mathers (@Eminem) August 2, 2025
