Eminem started to be trending this week when several Gen Z creators at TikTok tried to cancel the Detroit rapper for controversial lyrics from the past. On Friday, the word maker shared the new lyrical video for his song “Tone Deaf,” which appeared to address his youthful infidels.
“I won’t stop even when my hair turns gray (I’m deaf in tones) / Because they won’t stop until they undo me,” the song hooked.
I keep jokingly blaming his alter ego, Slim Shady, for his busiest bars while claiming he will never change his art due to public pressure. Supporters who grew up in the MC also came to his defense.
“Canceling culture goes to Eminem … good luck. Pretty sure the staff is trying to cancel it since “My Name Is” fell on MTV. It’s a lot of fun. ” wrote a fan, with another added: “Generation Z is trying to cancel the eminem? For controversial lyrics? Bro, his music is so old. He’s made his music, leave the man alone. Do you want to put on in contact with his controversial lyrics, but you don’t say anything about anyone else. What about tekashi 69? You need to cancel it. “
Young TikTokers have pres problem with several of the artist’s previous songs, including Rihanna’s collaboration, “Love the Way You Lie,” arguing that it glorifies toxic relationships and domestic violence.