For the album review, I have decided to focus on Eminem's
Recovery (2010). Throughout his career, the King of Hip-Hop has had numerous successful records but I feel like
Recovery captures the transition from Eminem as Slim Shady to Eminem as himself. In other words, we become acquainted with his sentimental and realistic side. In comparison to his other albums, Eminem shows a greater level of respect towards his audience members and explicitly states that he is trying to help anyone who is in a dark place.
Recovery also illustrates Eminem as a fighter in his battle against drug abuse. He was reported to have said that this album characterizes his "sober" essence and the new feeling of empowerment that has emerged.
I guess I have chosen
Recovery to critique because I like the message that it sends to the public and how it characterizes Eminem as an artist. We see a phenomenal growth, not only through his mature lyrical diction, but also through the themes in this album.
Eminem is a fighter- although he may not be completely healed from the treachery of his past, he is well on his road to
recovery.
Hey, Kavita. Nice post. This makes me wonder, though--what is Eminem recovering from? I know this is something you'll get into more in your review, so no need to answer here. I think you're right--the album cover indicates that he actually thinks of this as a medical recovery from something, and it makes me curious.
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