



Unsurprisingly, Eminem once again pushes boundaries by addressing sensitive issues, evidenced by the track "Darkness" where he adopts the perspective of the suspect from the tragic 2017 Las Vegas shooting, if only to make a point about gun violence in America. With Music to Be Murdered By, Eminem retains his usual vibe but updates his flow to align with modern trends and talking points. Since 1999, Slim Shady has provoked both the general public and celebrities alike with his aggressive lyrical approach, often using pop culture references to complement comedic jabs. How many movie references does Eminem include in Music to Be Murdered By? The album's cover art was inspired by Jeff Alexander's 1958 album Alfred Hitchcock Presents Music to Be Murdered By, and the album's narrator goes by the name "Alfred." Naturally, Eminem's 11th studio album includes numerous movie shout-outs.Īt 47 years of age, Eminem may seem well past his prime, but the artist has received mostly positive reviews for Music to Be Murdered By.
