Eminem stirs controversy as he raps about Alec Baldwin’s ‘Rust’ shooting incident in latest song ‘Fuel’
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Eminem has found himself at the center of controversy once again, this time over the lyrics of his new album, 'The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace)'.
The track 'Fuel' features a line referencing the tragic shooting incident on the set of Alec Baldwin's film 'Rust', which resulted in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins.
On Friday, July 12, the judge in Baldwin's shooting trial dropped the involuntary manslaughter charges against him, much to the actor's relief.
Eminem's controversial lyrics referencing Alec Baldwin's 'Rust' shooting incident
The lyrics in question, "But it's in a holster, I proceed to bust it / F**k around and get popped like Halyna Hutchins / Like I'm Alec Baldwin, what I mean is buckin' you down, coup de grace then," have been widely condemned as insensitive and tasteless.
Baldwin was facing charges for his role in the fatal 'Rust' movie set shooting in 2021, which resulted in the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injury to director Joel Souza.
The judge on July 12 dismissed the manslaughter charges against Baldwin following arguments from the actor's defense attorneys that the prosecutors had buried evidence.
Outrage over Eminem's controversial lyrics
Fans and critics alike have taken to social media to express their outrage over the lyrics.
One user wrote, "Why are people shocked by his lyrics? He’s been writing songs with some sick lyrics for over 20 years. Why are people acting like it’s new?"
Another commented, "Sick and tasteless? Isn't that the genre?"
One wrote, "Eminem needs to calm down. His entire career he's been outrageous with questionable lyrics, but then loses his mind over conservatives and Donald Trump because he's a big meanie. He even went after Candace Owens. I guess the hypocrisy is lost on him."
The other user wrote, "Never understood his popularity."
The uproar over 'Fuel' adds to the growing list of controversies surrounding 'The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grace)'.
Eminem, 51, known for his provocative and often controversial lyrics, has faced criticism throughout his career, but this latest incident has struck a particularly sensitive nerve with the public.
Eminem courts controversy with 'Houdini' track and Megan Thee Stallion jab
Eminem, renowned for his provocative lyrics and electrifying performances, is back with a powerful new single, 'Houdini'. The track, which takes a jab at Megan Thee Stallion, has already created a stir in the music industry.
The accompanying music video for 'Houdini' is a star-studded affair, featuring appearances from hip-hop legends like Dr Dre and 50 Cent, as well as comedians Shane Gillis and Pete Davidson. Eminem resurrects his iconic persona from the early 2000s, setting the stage for an epic showdown between past and present.
But it's not just the celebrity cameos that have fans buzzing – Eminem's lyrics are as sharp and controversial as ever.
In one verse, he addresses the incident involving Megan Thee Stallion, where she was shot in the foot by Canadian rapper Tory Lanez.
"If I was to ask for Megan Thee Stallion if she would collab with me / Would I really have a shot at a feat? I don't know, but I'm glad to be, back," he raps.
This article contains remarks made on the Internet by individual people and organizations. MEAWW cannot confirm them independently and does not support claims or opinions being made online.
