In the song "Everything" by Eminem, he addresses the declining popularity of CDs and the obsession with chart rankings in the music industry. He expresses his indifference towards topping the charts and emphasizes the importance of being satisfied with one's own success. Eminem talks about the pressure he faces to release new music constantly, with people constantly demanding new albums from him. However, he deflects these expectations and points listeners towards other artists like Cashis, 50 Cent, and T.I. who have released recent albums. He reflects on his own fame and popularity, acknowledging that he was once at the top but has now faced a decline in his career. Despite this, he highlights that he had no intention of solely pursuing mainstream success and did not rap for the money. Eminem also reveals his personal experiences with poverty and how he will never go back to that state. The song also touches on the conflict and beef that often arises between different rap crews due to their competitive nature. Eminem asserts that he doesn't mind debuting at number two on the charts and questions why others are so fixated on rankings when they are still making money and pursuing their passions. Towards the end of the song, Eminem sends a message of peace and encourages T.I. to stay strong, as both of them are facing criticism from the media. The outro concludes with a defiant attitude, asserting that they will continue doing what they want and making an impact in the music industry.
