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"The Eminem Show", 2003.
A review of the CD "The Eminem Show".
1,840 words (approx. 7.4 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 63.95
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This paper examines the ways in which the CD, "The Eminem Show", was created, packaged and released as a means of understanding the social and artistic context of the album.
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"Compact discs are so much a part of our everyday world that we rarely stop to think about the process of how they come into being. They appear to have sprung forth ready made like Athena being born in her armor from the head of Zeus. But of course CDs are made .."
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Is Eminem Safe?.
Examines the effect of hip-hop on society, focusing on American singer, Eminem.
2,217 words (approx. 8.9 pages), 14 sources, MLA, $ 68.95
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Today's pop culture is more heavily based on music than ever before in history. The advent of music videos and the Internet has made music one of the most prevalent features in society. One of the most omnipresent genres of music today is hip-hop. No longer simply an underground form of urban music, hip-hop today is utterly pervasive in the global youth community. What began as a means of expression for the disenfranchised blacks of the South Bronx area has evolved into a multi-billion dollar industry that influences every thing from prime time television to fashion (Taylor) to the way an entire subculture thinks, speaks, and feels. No matter what corner of the globe, if music videos are played. and CDs are sold, hip-hop has had an impact on that society The question then becomes whether that impact has been positive or negative. This paper explores one of the most successful hip-hop artists, Eminem, in an attempt to answer this question. A brief historical synopsis of hip-hop is given, as well as an overview of Eminem. From there, the media's take on Eminem is explored, along with his effect on today's youth. Finally, other hip-hop artists are presented, and the paper shows how they too have affected an entire generation of global youth.
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"Eminem falls into the sub-genre of hip hop music deemed "gangsta rap". As Haugen notes, this style of hip hop music that has made Eminem such a success, uses drugs, guns, crime (such as: murder, robbery, rape, etc.), and promiscuous sex to display a "gangsta" image, to the listener. The challenge with Eminem's music is that his portrayal of these societal ills as "cool" affects his millions of fans, who happen to be primarily youth. These youth are not equipped with the reasoning skills (McCrillis) to determine on their own that these are inappropriate behaviors, and as such accept them as normal and eventually, right."
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The Eminem-Interscope Principal-Agent Relationship, 2008.
This essay describes the relationship between rap artist Eminem with his record label, Interscope Record, as well as the basic principal/agent relationship between Detroit Rap and the labels that represent these rappers.
2,980 words (approx. 11.9 pages), 9 sources, MLA, $ 87.95
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This essay assesses the relationship between Eminem and his "agent", record label Interscope Record. Specifically the author aims to distinguish between a musician and his agent and the greater realm of principal-agent relationships - that between Detroit Rap and the labels that represent these rappers. Furthermore, the essay analyzes the relationship of Shady Records, Eminem's record label, which is controlled by Interscope Records.
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Introduction
Objectives of the Interscope/Eminem Relationship
Rewards of the Interscope/Eminem Relationship
Incentive Problems in the Interscope/Eminem Relationship
Reward schemes that are used to address the incentive problem
Conclusion
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"In terms of how well these reward schemes alleviate the incentive problem, this reward scheme is perhaps one of the only things that keeps Eminem's controversial behavior in check. Empirical evidence that supports the use of these reward schemes is the fact that every major music artist in the world (even British pop sensation Lilly Allen, who famously started as an independent "My Space" music sensation) must sign with a record label in order to maintain career success. When artists do not reign in their controversial behavior, they are dropped - as Eminem alum and rapper 50 cent was dropped by Trackmasters/Columbia records when he was involved in a shooting accident (Internet Movie Database). At present, this existing incentive scheme seems to be the best and only one."
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?8 Mile? and Eminem, 2002.
Reviews the movie "8 Mile" starring singer, Eminem.
951 words (approx. 3.8 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 33.95
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This paper reviews the movie "8 Mile", a fictionalized version of the Detroit rapper, Eminem's life, where the white hip-hop singer overcomes the black skeptics with his undeniable skills. The paper discusses how the movie tells about growing up, how people relate to their peers and finding ways out of seemingly hopeless situations. The paper shows that the movie is not so much about Eminem's rise to fame, but rather revolves around the quest for respect.
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"David Elliot (2002) compares Eminem to a young James Dean. Elliot speaks well of Eminem?s role by saying, ? he has a laser stare and a smart, gravely centered presence, even if it?s a stretch when he piles furiously into black guys double his size. Like Dean?s, Eminem?s rage and brooding is offset by tenderness.? His honesty in dealing with people who make fun of him and criticize his efforts depicts how a person can overcome obstacles and ridicule by working hard and persevering. The movie held my interests as I enjoyed seeing how he battled controversy while engaging in loud verbal battles with various characters who continued to compare him to Vanilla Ice."
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Bob Dylan and Eminem, 2002.
The paper discusses the impact of the music of Bob Dylan and Eminem on their respective generations.
1,434 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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The paper traces the lives and careers of both artists, focusing on the influence their lyrics and music have had and still have on their fans.
The paper explores the way Dylan's music embodied the civil rights movement of the Sixties, especially the popularity of the folk anthem "Blowin' in the Wind". The paper looks at the impact Dylan's music has had on successive popular musicians. The paper also analyzes the popularity of the controversial rap music of Eminem with its violent lyrics and asks whether he will also be regarded as a music icon in years to come like Dylan.
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"Every generation has its own musical sound that defines who they are and where they are on the time line both politically and socially. When one hears the sounds of Tommy Dorsy or Benny Goodman, one immediately recalls the 1930?s and 1940?s generation with visions of chiffon dresses and double breasted suits gliding on the dance floors. Mozart brings up images of powdered wigs and corseted gowns. The bobby-sox generation of the 1950?s held cooed to such artists as Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennet. Each generation is defined by its music, whether the balladeers of the Victorian Era or the hip hop rappers of today. Moreover, each era expresses the mood of that particular generation. Mozart wrote for royalty, balladeers put poetry or folk lores to music, Goodman played jazzy dance music and Sinatra sang to lovers. Each era had artists that seemed to express the generation more than others, that led the way for future artists. Two such artists are Bob Dylan and Eminem. Though their lyrics may sound dramatic to the na?ve, both Eminem and Bob Dylan have paired painfully truthful lyrics with song."
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Eminem & Dr. Dre: Guilty Conscience, 2003.
An analysis from a poetic perspective of Eminem & Dr. Dre's "Guilty Conscience."
2,283 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper analyzes Eminem and Dr. Dre's "Guilty Conscience." It shows that rap music has many common elements with poetry to the extent that it ought to be considered and analyzed as poetry. The paper dissects the song, looking closely at its language, style and themes. The writer believes that rap music has a strong poetic message which should not be ignored or stereotyped.
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"My choice of poem to analyze may surprise you as a bit unconventional. I will analyze the hip-hop music star Eminem?s song Guilty Conscience. I was initially going to choose Milton?s Sonnet VII, a poem that is more than 350 years old, contains some of the classic themes of poetry, and is written by one of the most renowned poets ever. With Guilty Conscience, my approach will be almost the equal and exact opposite. The ?poem? is a mere one-year in age, it contains some themes that do not yet seem to have been really discussed in the English literature academic community, and is written by someone whom most adults know at best as a controversial entertainer. Nonetheless, it is my opinion, which I hope to henceforth argue, that hip-hop music (also known as rap music) is another form of poetry and therefore is as valid a candidate for analysis as other poems."
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Eminem, 2002.
A look at the history and life achievments of American rap singer, Eminem.
2,360 words (approx. 9.4 pages), 9 sources, APA, $ 72.95
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The paper discusses famous American white rapper, Marshall Mathews, aka Eminem, and the controversy that surrounds his career. The paper examines the people in his life, his childhood and the factors today that make him who he is. The examination includes examples from his songs that depict the artist?s mindset when it comes to the foundation of violence in one?s life.
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"Many of the lyrics to his songs promote, embrace and encourage violence. There is a song in which he raps about having his daughter help him dispose of her mother?s body after he has cut her throat. In another song he talks calmly about killing a cop and of course most of the world has heard about the $10 million law suit that his mother slapped him with after he claimed in one song that she smoked more dope than he did. Eminem?s skyrocket to stardom has not been a smooth ride. There have been instances of violence, suicide attempts (by ex-wife), law suits by mom, sudden appearance of an always absent and dead beat dad among other things."
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Eminem, 2002.
A study of the rap star Eminem that questions if he is a social critic or corruptor of the youth.
1,240 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 4 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper discusses the social phenomenon of American rap star Eminem. It investigates if he exposes hypocrisy in our society through social criticism, or is merely profiting from shock value. The paper questions the entire genre of rap music and it's supposed negative cultural affects.
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"Crichlow, in his study entitled ?Rap Music: Agents for Social Change and Agents for Social Destruction? (1990), cites Stanley Aronowitz?s idea that popular culture produces cultural relevance, as he defines popular culture as ?really the property of the sphere in which people ? of whatever class or racial group ? actually produce their own cultural artifacts and their own cultural relations? (Crichlow, 1990: 6). There are many different forms of popular culture which produce many different cultural effects ? some intentional, and some unintended. One area that is hotly contended today involves the effects of rap music on youth. The questions are raised: Does rap music have a negative impact on youth? Does it promote hate and violence? Are these acts of hate and violence also committed by heroes and villains, good and bad people? Are there too many controversial issues in the type of music and music lyrics that people in our culture like? In seeking to find answers, rappers, like Eminem, are often blamed as agents of social destruction."
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Eminem, 2003.
Discusses censorship of the white rapper.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 5 sources, $ 71.95
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Discusses that Eminem's lyrics should not be censored based on his Constitutional right to freedom of speech. Examines attempts at censorship from diverse groups , including the Christian right and gay and feminist groups of the left.
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"White rapper Eminem, born Marshall Mathers, is the latest cultural bogeyman for those individuals and groups who would protect others from the use, abuse or misuse of words. The peculiar part of the campaign to censor Eminem, directly or indirectly, is ..."
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Pointing the Finger, 2003.
Discusses school shootings and the way the media is quick to blame rap singers such as Eminem, as well as other forms of media, for violence among teenagers.
1,560 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 51.95
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Using a quote from rap singer, Eminem?s multi-platinum selling CD ?The Marshall Mathers LP?, this paper discusses the Columbine High School shootings in which 15 students and a teacher were killed. The paper argues that instead of blaming rap singers such as Eminem and Marilyn Madison, the media should concentrate on pointing a finger at the parents and the community. It also argues against the double standard that the media continues to perpetrate that violence is only an inner-city problem.
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"It was widely reported that after Columbine, the parents of Eric Harris turned over their son?s suicide note which contained this phrase ?Do not blame others for our actions; this is the way that we wanted to go out? (Anatomy of a massacre). With that, it seems that he was saying that he and Klebold were taking responsibility for what they did, but the media didn?t want to hear that. It was easier for them to state that music and other media evils ?made them do it.?"
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The Rapper With a Rep, 2002.
A look at artist Eminem,a rap musician.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 1 source, $ 35.95
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This paper describes how the author would react to an artist who held views that opposed the author. Using rapper Eminem as an example, the author details the recent controversy over his racist and homophobic views and whether or not he should be allowed to express those views through his craft.
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Introspective Attitude in Popular Music, 2002.
This paper discusses a movement that is redefining popular music, social consciousness, and the work of artists such as Eminem, Christina Aguilera and Pink.
815 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 29.95
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This paper discusses that what is new about the social consciousness movement is who is doing it and the methodology. The paper explains that the most atypical, controversial and seemingly anti social performers, Eminem, Christina Aguilera and Pink, are reaching out to the young people and bringing a positive messages about real life, real feelings, and real hope. The paper discusses the music of these performers and their evolution to social conscious music.
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"There may be no more controversial performer in popular music today than Marshall Mathers, AKA Eminem. Eminem has been portrayed as a misogynist, homophobic, foul-mouthed punk, but surprisingly he is at the forefront of the new music movement. This change is not going unnoticed. ?Eminem?s recent trend is to put out tracks with more of a meaning.? In accordance with the new, more constructive musical philosophy, the song ?Lose Yourself?, from the 8 Mile soundtrack, is a brilliant anthem to believing in yourself."
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The Eyes of the Law, 2000.
An opinionated argument about injustices against rapper Eminem.
1,755 words (approx. 7.0 pages), 16 sources, $ 56.95
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This is an essay dealing with the injustices against rapper Eminem in September of 2000. The artists attempts to enter Canada for his concert but the politicians try to ban his entry using Canadian laws as protection. This essay looks at the negative aspects of our law and shows how it can be used to mistreat certain individuals. The arguments discussed are the incorporation of law, the people's controversy and vile lyrics.
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"In Canada, we have the freedom to an opinion, speech, and belief, but how far does this freedom go? Many times, artists? and singers? lyrics are censored because what they have to say cannot be heard by all. In a particular case, involving a concert at Sky Dome on October 2000, a strong attempt was made to ban rapper Eminem from entering Canada because of the content and themes of his musical lyrics. Eminem was not being granted his rights to freedom of speech and was being punished for it. New and viler lyrics, the people?s controversy, and incorporating the law, are factors which almost made Canada strip Eminem of his fundamental freedom to express his opinion through his lyrics. "
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Madman Bums and Angel-Headed Hipsters, 2002.
A comparative analysis of the poetry of Allen Ginsberg and Marshall Mathers.
2,669 words (approx. 10.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 80.95
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This paper looks at the poetry of Allen Ginsberg and Marshall Mathers. Ginsberg, who published poems in the 1950's, was criticized for the content which were critical of American society at the time. Mathers, known in the music world as controversial rap artist Eminem, produced an album which was extremely anti-social and anti-establishment. This paper shows that even though these two artist were decades apart, their poems paint the same picture about American society - that ,as much as the mainstream tries to hide from it, injustice and inequality are still running rampant in society.
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"For most, the year 1956 conjures visions of cookie-cutter conformity and glazed-over domestic pleasantries. The 1950s seem to figure in most memories as a time of simplicity, without war or domestic conflict, yet despite the surface-level appearances, this era teemed with underground tensions. This was the age in which music was revolutionized by the new rock genre of Elvis Presley, when schoolchildren worried over threats of nuclear bombs, when the Cold War culminated in the secretive dispatch of troops in South Vietnam, and when all of this conflict was glossed over by Americans who wished to turn a deaf ear to the unpleasant. Out of this backdrop, Allen Ginsberg dropped a literary bomb on popular culture, publishing his book of poetry Howl and Other Poems, a collection which used obscenity, shock value, and literary genius to create an inflammatory portrait of America which could not be ignored. Over forty years later, in 1999, the formerly obscure rap artist, Eminem, born Marshall Mathers, released The Slim Shady LP, a collection of songs characterized by many as an obscene and self-indulgent abuse of his noteworthy talent. Eminem, in his endeavors, produced an album whose seemingly derogatory and misogynistic lyrics forced a politically correct culture to acknowledge the very thing they feared the most: that even in modern society, prejudice and hate still exist, and worst of all, his overwhelming popularity suggested there was still a market in white, suburban mainstream culture to embrace it. The similarities in the controversy sparked by Eminem?s lyrics and Ginsberg?s poems echo a deeper likeness between the poets; the endeavors of both artists to gain recognition for unpleasant realities that their contemporaries ignore resulted in parallels of style and theme."
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The Freedom of Expression and the Misconceptions of Society, 2005.
An examination of the relationships between various artists and the concepts of freedom of expression and the misconceptions of society.
3,030 words (approx. 12.1 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 89.95
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This paper tackles the reception of and reaction to, artists and their works by society, paying particular attention to the consequences of this towards the freedom of speech. It includes close references to, amongst others, the works and observations of Eminem, Oscar Wilde and Seamus Heaney.
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"The culture of apportioning blame onto those artists who may or may not have had a negative influence upon an individual is one that I feel to be totally flawed and in some cases completely unfair. Marshall Mathers has used various alter egos to put across his opinions and views, and through Slim Shady or Eminem I feel that many of his observations and experiences of society have been conveyed using the satire and parody these characters purvey. Unfortunately members of the public have taken it upon themselves to adjudge the responsibility of the actions of individuals who have interpreted his material in a literal manner onto Marshall Mathers himself."
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