Superstar rapper Marshall Mathers III better known to his fans as Eminem, is once again back on top of the popular music scene.
The once controversial "horrorcore" rapper performed parts of his two hit singles "Not Afraid" and "Love The Way You Lie" live at MTV's Video Music Awards.
Eminem's music has shifted gears over the last decade.
Original die hard fans will remember the buzz that he created in 1999 with the release of his debut major label CD The Slim Shady LP.
Back when videos were widely popular on MTV, the single "My Name Is" turned Eminem into a worldwide superstar.
His second album The Marshall Mathers LP became the fastest selling solo album of all time.
Eminem's stylings are some of the most imitated in all of rap.
He possesses an uncanny ability to put meaning behind words.
In this pop world that we are currently living in, significance in lyrics have almost become a thing of the past.
After two more successful albums, Eminem took a break from the mainstream music scene.
He returned in 2009 with the release of his album Relapse, and in 2010 has recently released the album recovery.
Love him or hate him, the rapper has overcome personal and professional adversity to remain one of the most fascinating performers in the music industry.
In a business where one hit wonders are the norm, Eminem has found the formula to sustain fan interest.
He may not create the shock that he once used to, but Eminem is still on top.