"Dr. West (Skit)" is a short interlude from the album "Relapse" by Eminem. The skit serves as a conversation between Eminem and a psychiatrist named Dr. West. It depicts Eminem's struggles with addiction and his anxiety about leaving the rehabilitation facility. The skit begins with Dr. West asking Eminem how he feels about being discharged. Eminem responds that he feels anxious and nervous about returning to the outside world. Dr. West tries to reassure him, but also slightly downplays the importance of finding a sponsor for his sobriety journey. Eminem mentions the need to attend meetings and learn and apply the steps of recovery. However, Dr. West surprises him by saying that attending meetings is not mandatory and that it's not a requirement if it doesn't fit into Eminem's schedule. This might confuse Eminem as he believed attending meetings was crucial for his sobriety. Eminem then asks Dr. West about handling situations where he's tempted to drink, especially when others around him are drinking. Instead of offering guidance, Dr. West unexpectedly suggests that Eminem should just take a drink to "take the edge off," possibly implying that he should give in to his temptations. Confused and frustrated, Eminem denies Dr. West's suggestion. However, Dr. West's tone suddenly changes, becoming possessive and manipulative. He insists that Eminem cannot leave him and that they will always be together. Eminem starts to panic and desperately pleads for help before the skit abruptly ends. "Dr. West (Skit)" serves as a dark and unsettling portrayal of Eminem's internal battle with addiction, highlighting the influence of negative voices and the challenges he faces in maintaining his sobriety.
