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Eminem samples the song “
Dream On” by rock group Aerosmith. Joe Perry of Aerosmith plays the guitar solo at the end of the song, and Steven Tyler sings the song’s chorus.
“Sing for the Moment” is one of Eminem’s most lyrically praised singles. It deals with the themes of rap music’s effect on society and the misunderstanding that critics and parents have towards his message. Eminem uses the song to refute critics who have accused him of promoting violence to young people, saying that committing a crime is ultimately up to the offender.
He also explains that his music has an advantage to young people, claiming that his music is a relief from boredom and depression. Eminem’s altercation with a bouncer named John Guerrera is also referenced in this song.
Dream On” by rock group Aerosmith. Joe Perry of Aerosmith plays the guitar solo at the end of the song, and Steven Tyler sings the song’s chorus. “Sing for the Moment” is one of Eminem’s most lyrically praised singles. It deals with the themes of rap music’s effect on society and the misunderstanding that critics and parents have towards his message. Eminem uses the song to refute critics who have accused him of promoting violence to young people, saying that committing a crime is ultimately up to the offender.
He also explains that his music has an advantage to young people, claiming that his music is a relief from boredom and depression. Eminem’s altercation with a bouncer named John Guerrera is also referenced in this song.
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annayya wrote:
I really love this song!! :]
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mYlifer wrote:
For the tears!
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SHOOPMAN20 wrote:
way to reach out I mean he used aerosmith for cryin' out loud p.s. I Can relate eminem YOU ARE THE GREATEST!!!!!!!!
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Juha-Back wrote:
truly amazing
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GasRojo10 wrote:
100 % Eminem - Forever
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DEATHINFIREX wrote:
That was a FIST that hit you
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somasoma wrote:
this song got me through the toughest moments in my life in the ghetto
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Ferimania wrote:
Epic Song!!!!!! Love it!
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sbirkoff wrote:
truly masterpiece
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Songman82 wrote:
I love this song because he talks all about how rappers are blamed for everything and that shouldn't be the case parents should just blame themselves not other people Long Live Marshall Mathers
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mayaa666 wrote:
awesome! one of my fav rap song ever :D
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BIG-D313 wrote:
Eminem - Sing for the Moment ♫
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IronShakira wrote:
The lyrics are brilliant and Aerosmith's samples fits perfectly, and yeah.. it's very touching song!
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panuki wrote:
he speaks
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angelashephard wrote:
Very touching song.
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thepoetlucy wrote:
Hot
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enogitna wrote:
magix ! (contact me, to keep all this great music, gonna tell U!)
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enogitna wrote:
does anybody else out there like so many different music styles like me? this is really great!
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Sleepyni66a wrote:
he sags his pants, du rag and a stocking cap
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irfan98 wrote:
my favourite!
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