When looking at all Eminem songs as a whole, you’ve got a diverse catalog of tracks covering the full spectrum of emotion, observation and rhyming capabilities. Whether he’s spitting fire at a sworn enemy or being reflective with a verse on his new found sobriety, Eminem is able capture the intensity of human experience through his song lyrics in a way that is unlike any mainstream artist on the scene today.
Sure, there’s plenty of ways to explain why Slim Shady is one of the greatest rappers and songwriters of all time, but more than anything else, perhaps it’s his honesty that is most disarming. When you listen to an Eminem song, you’re getting a vivid glimpse into another person’s mindset at specific time under specific circumstances. And, like any great artist, Eminem is able to paint that picture in precise detail while maintaining a flow and delivery that is always on target.
Do Common Themes Run Through All Eminem Songs?
Before giving you a rundown of all Eminem songs, I thought it might be worth considering what it is that makes an Eminem song so good? For instance, is there a common theme that pops up often in his music or a general thread that exists among Eminem songs? While not blatantly obvious, I’d say there are several themes that he returns to in his lyrics. Between the rough language and horror style theatrics, you can find a lot of statements about persevering despite all odds and making something of yourself where others might not see anything at all. To put it bluntly, nearly all Eminem songs can be tied to the theme of not giving up and moving forward regardless of life’s obstacles. Of course, Slim Shady also excels in the art of dark humor, so there’s plenty of maniacal wordplay and jesting throughout his lyrics as well.
Out of all Eminem songs I’ve heard recently, “Not Afraid” has to be one of his best pound for pound songs – at least in the last few years. In a sense, this is a song that marked the full circle evolution of an artist that wanted to use his recovery as a means to help others struggling with addiction. This is a song about a parent taking responsibility for their actions and their kids. All while keeping that never-say-die attitude very much alive. Not afraid, indeed.
List of All Eminem Songs by Album
Just so you can get an idea of his different songs, I’ve included the track listings for nearly all Eminem songs that he released on his various albums. In the future, I’ll plan to add the names of his mix tape tracks, unreleased tracks and collaboration tracks as well.
First, from 1996, we have Eminem’s first yet still somewhat unknown album, Infinite. This album features a young Slim Shady trying to find his flow and style. Here’s the track list:
1. Infinite 2. W.E.G.O. (Interlude) 3. It’s OK 4. 313 (feat. Eye-Kyu) 5. Tonight 6. Maxine (feat. Denaun Porter & 3) 7. Open Mic (feat. Thyme) 8. Never 2 Far 9. Searchin’ (feat. Denaun Porter) 10. Backstabber 11. Jealousy Woes II
Next, we’ve got Eminem’s blow-up album, The Slim Shady LP, which was released in February of 1999. Here’s the track list:
1. Public Service Anouncement 2. My Name Is 3. Guilty Conscience 4. Brain Damage 5. Paul (skit) 6. If I Had 7. 97′ Bonnie & Clyde 8. (Censored) 9. Role Model 10. Lounge (skit) 11. My Fault 12. Ken Kaniff (skit) 13. (Censored) On Everybody 14. Rock Bottom 15. Just Dont Give A (Censored) 16. Soap 17. As The World Turns 18. I’m Shady 19. Bad Meets Evil 20. I Still Don’t Give A (Censored)
Then, in May of 2000, Eminem dropped the Grammy award winning The Marshall Mathers LP. Here’s the track list, with all Eminem songs from the album:
1. Public Service Announcement 2000 2. Kill You 3. Stan 4. Paul (Skit) 5. Who Knew 6. Steve Berman (Skit) 7. The Way I Am 8. The Real Slim Shady 9. Remember Me 10. I’m Back 11. Marshall Mathers 12. Ken Kaniff (skit) 13. Drug Ballad 14. Amityville 15. (Censored) Please II 16. Kim 17. Under The Influence 18. Criminal
In 2002, Slim Shady then released what would become an enormously successful album, The Eminem Show. Here’s the track list, with all Eminem songs from the album:
1. Curtains Up (skit) 2. White America 3. Business 4. Cleanin’ Out My Closet 5. Square Dance 6. The Kiss (skit) 7. Soldier 8. Say Goodbye Hollywood 9. Drips 10. Without Me 11. Paul (skit) 12. Sing for the Moment 13. Superman 14. Hailie’s Song 15. Steve Berman (skit) 16. When the Music Stops 17. Say What You Say 18. ‘Till I Collapse 19. My Dad’s Gone Crazy 20. Curtains Close (skit)
Next up, Eminem released Encore in 2004. While not as well-received by fans as his previous albums, Encore still sold quite well. Here’s the track list:
1. Curtains Up (skit) 2. Evil Deeds 3. Never Enough 4. Yellow Brick Road 5. Like Toy Soldiers 6. Mosh 7. Puke 8. My 1st Single 9. Paul (skit) 10. Rain Man 11. Big Weenie 12. Em Calls Paul (skit) 13. Just Lose It 14. (Censored) Like That 15. Spend Some Time 16. Mockingbird 17. Crazy in Love 18. One Shot 2 Shot 19. Final Thought (skit) 20. Encore
After a long hiatus and nearly fatal battle with drug addiction, Eminem returned on the scene with Relapse in 2009. Here’s the track list, with all Eminem songs from the album:
1. Dr. West (skit) 2. 3 a.m. 3. My Mom 4. Insane 5. Bagpipes from Baghdad 6. Hello 7. Tonya (skit) 8. Same Song & Dance 9. We Made You 10. Medicine Ball 11. Paul (skit) 12. Stay Wide Awake 13. Old Time’s Sake (featuring Dr. Dre) 14. Must Be the Ganja 15. Mr. Mathers 16. Déjà Vu 17. Beautiful 18. Crack a Bottle (featuring Dr. Dre and 50 Cent) 19. Steve Berman (skit) 20. Underground
Finally, just last year, Eminem followed up Relapse with the critically acclaimed and incredible album, Recovery. Nearly all Eminem songs on this album are excellent. Here’s the track list:
1. Cold Wind Blows 2. Talkin’ 2 Myself (feat. Kobe) 3. On Fire 4. Won’t Back Down (feat. Pink) 5. W.T.P. 6. Going Through Changes 7. Not Afraid 8. Seduction 9. No Love (feat. Lil Wayne) 10. Space Bound 11. Cinderella Man 12. 25 to Life 13. So Bad 14. Almost Famous 15. Love the Way You Lie (feat. Rihanna) 16. You’re Never Over 17. Untitled (Bonus Track)
Well, that does it for the track lists. I hope you’ve enjoyed exploring the themes among all Eminem songs and browsing the track titles as well.