Guess who just dropped a track that’s tugging at everyone’s heartstrings? Yep, it’s Eminem, and his new album is not all about the old school controversial bars. Fans were blind-sided by one track in particular that’s a real tear-jerker, dedicated to none other than his daughter, Hailie Jade.
The hype around Eminem’s album “The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce)” has been building for months. Everyone was pumped to see how he’d riff on his iconic past, especially after getting a taste with his pre-release track ‘Houdini’ that came out in May. The track was a hit, peppered with nods to his earlier work, which left fans eager for more.
So, today’s drop had everyone expecting the usual Eminem punch. But then came ‘Temporary’.
This song isn’t just another track; it’s a poignant letter to his daughter, Hailie Jade, contemplating a future when he’s no longer around. Long-time Eminem listeners will recall how his tracks like ‘Mockingbird’ and ‘When I’m Gone’ have previously painted a vivid picture of his personal life and fatherhood.
Opening up ‘Temporary,’ Eminem shares his deepest fears with his daughter:
“A lot of people ask me, am I afraid of death?
“The truth is, I think what scares me the most is not being able to say all the things I wanna say to you when I’m no longer here.
“So, this song is for Hailie, for when that day comes.”
The track also features a sweet snippet from a home video of Eminem and young Hailie, adding a layer of intimacy that’s striking a chord with his audience.
After hearing ‘Temporary,’ fans are openly sharing their emotional responses, highlighting how it made them reflect on their own familial ties.
“‘Temporary’ & ‘Somebody Save Me’ had me f***** crying,” expressed one overwhelmed fan on YouTube.
Another listener shared a touching personal story: “This made me cry so hard. This makes me think of my own father. He’s been there for me even though he’s done drugs, sent to jail, and all that s***. This makes me realize there’s still hope for him. Thank
you Eminem.”
“We’ve listened over the years as he dedicates these songs to her and even now at 28, graduated college and married, he still dedicates songs to her. Absolutely amazing,” remarked another fan, admiring Eminem’s persistent dedication.
And from another touched fan: “My parents passed away 2 years apart when I was younger, and now I am a father of 4 children 14 and under, and this song really hits me differently. Parents, please let your kids know you love them because one day you may not have the opportunity to say it again or hear it from them again.”