You know that famous beat at the start of Eminem’s “My Name Is”? It is not his! It is a secret piece of a funky 1975 song. This cool discovery is blowing up online, connecting two totally different music worlds. It shows how an old soul track became the heart of a hip hop anthem.
The magic happens instantly (0:01). Eminem’s team took a smooth groovy song called “I Got The…” by artist Labi Siffre and chopped it up to create that explosive unforgettable intro. It is the wild foundation for everything that follows completely changing the original vibe into something new.
My Name Is eminem VS Labi Siffre I Got The…
Fans were shocked to learn the origin of that iconic sound. It created a special link between lovers of classic soul and raw hip hop. Everyone online is talking about it praising the genius of finding a perfect sample and turning it into pure magic.
This discovery makes you appreciate the full song even more. To see how that sample turned into a masterpiece you have to watch the official music video next. It takes the energy to a whole new level of fun and creativity.
Eminem – My Name Is (Official Music Video)
The official video is a blast of energy and comedy that fans still adore. Eminem acts out all the wild characters he raps about from silly to serious. It became a viral sensation for its pure fun and is just as iconic as the song itself.
Eminem is a master at creating music that surprises us. He is most active sharing his work and connecting with fans on his official social media pages. For more amazing mixes of his greatest hits you can find incredible playlists and full albums on his official YouTube channel.