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  1. Feb 1, 2020
    10
    This is one of the greatest Eminem albums of all time beaus every song on this is a classic. You can feel Eminem's passion on this one and the beats are great.
  2. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    This is probably the best work that Eminem has ever done. With a perfect blend of lyrical skill and great song writing. This is the album I consider cement Eminem as one of the best rap artists of all time.
  3. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Perfect Album in every way, I hate when people say only white people listen to Eminem. I'm from the middle east and a Muslim and I love his music
  4. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Amazing album, finally some good music from Eminem. Some of the "same old love songs" but atleast they are presented in a new way and with a different story at least. Expand
  5. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great great Expand
  6. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    This album makes it Eminem's third classic consecutive album, proving to everyone what a rap sensation he really is, destroying his competition lyrically as well as commercially.
  7. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    The eminem show can be thrown into the arguement of being his best album. Some say it is the MMLP but that's up to you!
  8. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Amazing! I would say this is Eminems best album in his discography giving it a slight edge over the great MMLP album.
  9. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    For me, The Eminem Show is the best album of all time. From the beginning to end. The greatest MC of all time on his best album ever. Some people say MMLP is his best, just a matter of opinion.
  10. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    The best rap album of all time. Hands down. This isn't even close guys. Eminem Albums are always 9 or above.
  11. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    The greatest rapper of all time at his best. Complex Rhyme Scheme, perfect flows, double entendre rhymes etc...
  12. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    While not the 2nd greatest rap album of all time, it's still a solid work of lyricism and excellent musical artistry
  13. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Greatest album of all time in my opinion. It's perfect from the rhymes, flows, subject matter, humor, etc.
  14. Jan 22, 2020
    10
    Best album ever made. I listen to it since I'm a kid, and I won't stop to! Eminem is GOAT
  15. Jan 27, 2020
    10
    the one album that you can enjoy from evey track, it's one of the best album ever
  16. Jan 27, 2020
    10
    best rap album forever don't matter what haters say
    love all track and still listening them
  17. Jan 23, 2020
    10
    The best album of all time.
    Absolute top tier music. Classic from the greatest of all time
  18. Jan 23, 2020
    10
    Utterly brilliant, arguably his best album of his career. No matter how much time passes this is an outstanding piece of rap music
  19. Jan 28, 2020
    10
    This album has alot of classics put out by Eminem. One of his truly best album in his whole career, it gives different type of vibes in it from different songs. 10/10 for The Eminem Show.
  20. Jan 23, 2020
    10
    Eminem did the most outstanding job with this album his lyrical abilities and Punchlines are not from this world definitely eminem at his best
  21. Jan 23, 2020
    5
    So much emotion and deep meaning have to really listen to what he's really saying as always
  22. Jan 23, 2020
    10
    Shady on the lyrics + dre on the beat .. i like the most of the joints on the album
  23. Jan 23, 2020
    10
    Old em is amazing... his music especially old is awesome, i I’ve listened to his songs so much this album was up their on the list.
  24. Jan 26, 2020
    10
    Favorite album of all time! This is Em at his best IMHO! Everything is flawless from production, flow, lyrics! This album feels like a movie it's incredible
  25. Jan 28, 2020
    10
    One of Eminem’s greatest. Love the album. You can just see that he’s leagues above anybody in the game.
  26. Jan 28, 2020
    10
    I can't believe people are giving fake reviews to this gem. Be a man and give what you really feel about this. Namaste.
  27. Jan 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. One of the best albums of all time, Timeless and definitely hard to top. one the album I listened to the most in my life. Expand
  28. Jan 29, 2020
    10
    My favourite Em’s album. There are so many argues which album is better: MMLP or TES. It’s too deficilt but II would choose the second one
  29. Jan 29, 2020
    9
    eminem proved his production capability. lighter than mmlp but more pop-friendly
  30. Aug 7, 2021
    9
    Brilliant. One of my favorite rap albums ever.
    Best songs: Sing for the Moment, 'Till I Collapse, Without Me, Business, Cleanin' Out My Closet, Soldier, White America
    Worst songs: -
  31. Feb 2, 2020
    10
    Amazing! This is the the best eminem album this is the best body of work from the beginning to the end the production is amazing and the lyrics are goat status every song is dope.
  32. Mar 25, 2020
    7
    The 1st half of this album contains average to decent tracks, but then the 2nd half of the album are full of great tracks. Even though this album could've been better, I'm not disappointed and it was a fun listen.
  33. Apr 7, 2020
    10
    Undoubtedly Eminem's best album of all time. The production of this album is unmatched, except for Relapse. The lyrical content of this album shows the full genius that is Eminem. This is what a perfect album looks like.
  34. Jun 20, 2020
    10
    Truly a phenomenal rap album.Album showed so much maturity compared to his other previous releases.Bringing new sides of eminem we never thought we would see coupled with amazing lyricism,good sampling especially in Sing for the moment mixing rock and rap elements. Definitely a 10/10 album.
  35. Dec 22, 2020
    9
    Almost perfect. not as much as good as SSLP or MMLP but it's still a masterpiece.
  36. Jul 8, 2020
    10
    A classic album, amazing tracks, beats and delivery. This is a great cd. Eminem rocks and for all of you people who do not like him, then there is something wrong with you in the head.
  37. Jul 26, 2020
    10
    This album is one of the 3 classic eminem albums. Every tack is amazing, No doubt 10/10
  38. Aug 6, 2020
    10
    The album has a unique timeless sound that defines Eminem's perfectionism mentality which is accompanied by his best production on a full length studio album to date with assistance from the Bass brothers,Luis Resto and Dr Dre the album unlike most of his discography creates a good vibe.
  39. Nov 30, 2020
    10
    Classic! His best album in my opinion, maybe others don't like it cuase of homophobe lyrics but he was jokin dawg come on, how **** up are you
  40. Sep 9, 2020
    10
    Practically Eminem at his best. While shock rap isnt really something difficult to do, Eminem mixes it with his lyrical cleverness. He throws out memorable punchlines bound to stick and he does it in a style which is clearly not simple and just thrown
  41. Oct 17, 2020
    10
    Another great album from King Mathers. I noticed that I've listened to this one frequently.
  42. Jan 3, 2021
    10
    Clearly, the rap album of the year, if not the album of the year. Its a masterpiece from track 1 to 20. The production is great. His rhyming patterns are unmatchable
  43. Jan 7, 2021
    10
    He hasn't made a better record since this released. This was the peek of his career.
    Favourite Tracks: White America, Business, Cleanin' Out My Closet, Soldier, Without Me, Sing For The Moment, Superman, 'Till I Collapse
  44. Jan 24, 2021
    8
    Some of Eminem's best songs of all time, not only do they go hard, they destroy other rappers lyrically. With the Exception of Drips, every song on here is incredible. If Drips was removed, this would easily be a 9, maybe a 10.
  45. Feb 12, 2021
    10
    Eminem does it again he’s just such a goat and will forever be my favorite rapper of all time and for sure the best rapper
  46. Apr 3, 2021
    10
    Eminem on his pick as a rapper, a lot of songs focused on political issues, it~s amazing when big rapper use they song to talk about this topics
  47. May 12, 2021
    9
    Great album definitly one of the best in all of Hip-Hop, the lyrics the features... everything!
  48. Apr 27, 2021
    10
    Em's best body of work filled with classic songs that are still making huge numbers to this day. Aged like fine whine. Top tier rapping plus 10/10 production That makes it in my personall opinion a top 10 rap album of all time
  49. May 31, 2021
    9
    The album was well thought. Was also a good follow up to mmlp. It's one of the best album ever
  50. Jun 20, 2021
    10
    Fantastic variety in the sound and the messages in the music. Instant classic.
  51. Oct 2, 2022
    9
    best Eminem album and is a massive step up from an already amazing previous album with big improvements on every front
  52. Sep 1, 2021
    10
    This has to be my favorite album from Eminem. All time. And he’s made some f**** good albums
  53. Aug 30, 2021
    10
    Man this album... Truly one of the best albums I've ever heard. Love u marshall mathers. Respectfully.
  54. Oct 2, 2021
    8
    While it can't compete with The Slim Shady LP, it is one of my top 3 in Eminem albums, with great choruses and amazing flows and lyricism from Eminem, with catchy rhythms. Where the album falls short is it being mildly unadventurous.
  55. Oct 7, 2021
    10
    One of the greatest albums of all time, ever song is amazing. Written with strong emotion and power.
  56. Jan 26, 2023
    10
    Hello, this is a default review because i'm forced to use 75 characters. I'll edit this review in the future talking about the game, don't worry ;)

    My final rate is: 10
  57. Dec 6, 2021
    10
    O melhor álbum do Eminem e de toda a história da música, contém todas as melhores características do Eminem e todas as músicas são no mínimo 9/10, e outras que tão boas que passam esse limite, como: Without Me, Cleanin' Out My Closet, Drips, Sing for the Moment(A melhor música do álbum), 'Till I Collapse, White America, Superman e até Hailie's Song. Simplesmente cada minuto ouvindo esteO melhor álbum do Eminem e de toda a história da música, contém todas as melhores características do Eminem e todas as músicas são no mínimo 9/10, e outras que tão boas que passam esse limite, como: Without Me, Cleanin' Out My Closet, Drips, Sing for the Moment(A melhor música do álbum), 'Till I Collapse, White America, Superman e até Hailie's Song. Simplesmente cada minuto ouvindo este álbum vale a pena. Expand
  58. Dec 11, 2021
    10
    Best HipHop Album In The World. This Is an Actually Gem To Everybody. You Gotta Listen To This.
  59. May 9, 2022
    10
    This is the initiator for my love-hate relationship with Eminem. This is by far his best album, and there's not a single miss on here, maybe apart from drips. Every song is good with incredible production, lyricism and flow. I just wish we could still get albums like this from him.
  60. Jun 16, 2022
    9
    incredible album. this 20 year old album still holds up as on of the best of all time. Eminem proved the world that he was one of the best of all time,

    Best tracks- White America, cleanin' out my closet, soldier, without me and my dad's gone crazy
  61. Jul 2, 2022
    10
    =========================Just great to hear====================================
  62. Jun 12, 2022
    10
    What is there to say about this album it’s the Eminem show a absolute hip hop classic definitely one of the best albums ever made.This album has some of Eminem’s best songs from cleaning out my closet where he disses he’s own mother to white American where he talks about the industry and how if he was black he only would have sold half.There’s a lot of fun to be had with this album it alsoWhat is there to say about this album it’s the Eminem show a absolute hip hop classic definitely one of the best albums ever made.This album has some of Eminem’s best songs from cleaning out my closet where he disses he’s own mother to white American where he talks about the industry and how if he was black he only would have sold half.There’s a lot of fun to be had with this album it also contains classic Eminem tracks such as business,sing for the moment ,superman,till I claspe etc.over all if you have not listened to this album you really should give it a listen you WILL NOT REGRET IT. Expand
  63. Jul 7, 2022
    9
    Although in my opinion, MMLP is better, this Album has much better replay ability, If I played **** Kill You from MMLP in public I'd be looked at like a psychopath, however a song like Business or Without me are fun songs that anyone can be attracted to with their catchy rhythms. This Album is very diverse and fun unlike the dark tone of MMLP.
  64. Nov 1, 2022
    9
    the second of the first best album of eminem without a doubt. the whole songs of the album are excellent
  65. Nov 22, 2022
    10
    one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time. period...................................
  66. Nov 25, 2022
    10
    thats why hes the goat. thats why hes the goat. thats why hes the goat. thats why hes the goat. thats why hes the goat. thats why hes the goat.
  67. Dec 6, 2022
    10
    favorite rap album of all time. I know that this can't be considered as the greatest rap record but it's still a banger for me.
  68. Dec 7, 2022
    10
    perfetct, perfect, perfect, perfect, it was perfect.........................
  69. Jan 3, 2023
    10
    This album is the best I´ve ever listened through. So many memorable songs and beats you recognize every time you hear them
  70. Jan 4, 2023
    10
    This **** is Fireeeee , I **** love this album , has classic songs that people really listen to in tha hood, so **** you **** who say "nobody plays Eminem in the hood".
  71. Feb 8, 2023
    10
    Amazing Album....................................................................................................
  72. Jul 19, 2023
    8
    Review só pra lembrar a nota que eu dei pro album:
    album mt bom, agora só escrever pra passar dos 75 caracteres.
  73. May 23, 2023
    10
    it's albums like this that p****e use as benchmarks in musical history, e***y track from W***e America to W*****t Me to Sing for the moment to Till I collaspe. 10/10

    This is Why he was the GOAT
  74. Jun 26, 2023
    10
    **** this **** , this album is so **** fire , **** awesome , **** **** **** bro
  75. Jul 25, 2023
    8
    The Eminem Show is a decade defying rap album, that holds some of the best songs of it's era. One of the best rap albums of the 2000s.

    Best track: Cleanin' Out My Closet
    Worst track: Drips (feat. Obie Trice)
    Best feature: Nate Dogg
  76. Sep 12, 2023
    10
    Mi primer disco de rap y mi favorito de Marshall, estaba en su máximo peak. De esa época en que un álbum podía tener más de 20 canciones y se disfrutaba de principio a fin
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 20 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 20
  2. Negative: 1 out of 20
  1. Eminem just may have made the best rap-rock album in history
  2. With each successive album Eminem finds new depth and excitement within the same themes and structures he used way back on The Slim Shady LP, so even if new songs contain earmarks of Eminem classics, they still feel reinvigorated.
  3. Uncut
    60
    Behind the hype and the swagger, he's still baring enough of his soul for The Eminem Show to be compelling theatre. [Aug 2002, p.118]