Lucifer

The song 'Lucifer' is a blunt and provocative response to the various criticisms and controversies the rapper has faced throughout his career. Eminem, known for his aggressive and uncensored lyrical style, uses this track to directly address his detractors, including public figures such as Candace Owens. The black conservative commentator criticized Eminem for sending a Cease and Desist notification to former Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy, who sang 'Lose Yourself' during a campaign event. Eminem's response is loaded with sarcasm and irony, hallmarks of his style.

Eminem begins the song by mentioning the possibility of being banned from platforms such as Twitter and TikTok, reflecting on censorship and the culture of cancellation. He makes an analogy between his partnership with Dr. Dre and a bank robbery, suggesting that his music is as impactful as a crime. The lyrics also address personal issues, such as the troubled relationship with his mother and the violence that has permeated his life, using metaphors to illustrate his anger and frustration.

Other public figures are also targeted, such as Amber Heard and Johnny Depp, and the rapper's own mother, Deborah Mathers. The song also explores themes of freedom of expression and Eminem's fight against censorship, highlighting how he turned his adversity into fuel for his art. 'Lucifer' is therefore a powerful statement of resistance and self-assertion, encapsulating Eminem's rebellious and defiant essence.