Eminem’s First Single ‘Houdini’ From His New Album ‘The Death of Slim Shady’ Sounds Like Early 2000s Em

On Friday, one of the greatest rappers of all time, Eminem, released the first single, “Houdini,” from his highly anticipated album, “The Death of Slim Shady” (Coup de Grâce). Featuring a catchy melody sampled from the Steve Miller Band’s 1982 hit, “Abracadabra,” with echoes of his own 2002 hit, “Without Me,” the single is a perfect blend of bounce and grit. The rapper delivered a spirited performance in the song, taking listeners through his past and present journey. The track also offers a humorous yet cutting commentary on Eminem’s life in the 90s versus the contemporary landscape with its cameo-rich video.