Eminem and Joyner Lucas absolutely snapped on a standout track from the 2018 surprise album Kamikaze . The song serves as a high-octane commentary on the state of modern hip-hop, contrasting the meticulous technical skill of these two lyricists against the "mumble rap" era they felt was dominating the charts at the time.
: The song is a technical masterclass, featuring rapid-fire "chopper" flows that show off why both are considered some of the best technical rappers in the industry. Critical Success Lucky You (Feat. Joyner Lucas)
The track is built on a dark, heavy beat produced by , Jahaan Sweet , and Illadaproducer . It starts with Joyner Lucas delivering a blistering verse about his climb to the top and his hunger for a Grammy, which he feels the industry has overlooked. Eminem then takes over, using his platform to address his critics and assert his longevity in the game. Key Themes & Lyrics Eminem and Joyner Lucas absolutely snapped on a
: The single reached the Top 10 in several countries, including the US, UK, Canada, and Australia. Critical Success The track is built on a
Watch the official music video, which visualizes the lyrical themes with a horde of 'mumble rappers' mirroring the duo's movements: Eminem - Lucky You (Official Music Video) ft. Joyner Lucas EminemVEVO YouTube• Sep 13, 2018
: Eminem mocks the repetitive and simplistic styles of newer rappers, famously rapping about how many artists "talk like a chulo" and "sound like a broken record".