Eminem's song Freestyle #1 - Live From Tramps, New York / 1999 is a raw, energetic freestyle rap performed by Eminem during a live performance. The lyrics are filled with aggressive and controversial language, showcasing Eminem's provocative and confrontational style at the time. In the song, Eminem talks about his drug use, referencing popping pills and making a comparison to the drugs that caused Tupac's death. He also boasts about his ability to charm women, likening it to a soap opera episode. Eminem adopts a violent and misogynistic tone, expressing his hatred towards girls, women, and derogatorily calling them bitches. He goes on to describe assaulting a woman by punching her in the nose until her face explodes. This violent and offensive language aims to shock and provoke a reaction from the audience. Eminem continues with his aggressive attitude, claiming to be a menacing presence who would drop-kick midgets and physically attack others. He refers to himself as "Boogie Night," likely a play on the title of the film "Boogie Nights" and a reference to his own sexual prowess. Eminem also raps about causing harm to a pregnant woman by hitting her stomach with luggage. Towards the end of the song, Eminem expresses his dislike for other rappers, specifically mentioning rap singers. He defiantly raises two middle fingers and suggests flipping them off in French before translating it to English, highlighting his rebellious and confrontational nature. The final lines of the song mention Eminem disappearing and reemerging, speaking so much Spanish that even the late rapper Big Pun wouldn't be able to understand it. This could be seen as a metaphor for Eminem's ability to continuously surprise and innovate in his music, constantly reinventing himself and pushing boundaries. Overall, Freestyle #1 - Live From Tramps, New York / 1999 reflects the aggressive, controversial, and provocative style that Eminem was known for during that era. It showcases his skill in freestyle rapping and his willingness to tackle taboo subjects in his music.
