A few months ago a tracklisting surfaced for the “8 Mile” soundtrack, it basically consisted of songs by Aftermath/Shady Records artists. The official soundtrack listing is now out and it features some changes. Impressive changes. In addition to Shady Records soldiers Obie Trice, 50 Cent and D-12, the soundtrack will feature legends like Rakim, Gangstarr, Jay-Z, and Nas. The lead single is the opening track, “Lose Yourself.” The incredible song features Eminem rapping as his “8 Mile” character, Rabbit.
Em had this to say in a statement, “the “8 Mile” soundtrack was different because it forced me to step into Rabbit, the character I play in the film, and write from his point of view. It was a challenge. Also, the project afforded me the opportunity to not only make an album with a wish list of some of my favorite artists, but to showcase what we have coming on Shady Records.”
Lose Yourself – Eminem
8 Mile – Eminem
Run Rabbit Run – Eminem
Love Me – Obie Trice, Eminem, 50 Cent
Places to Go – 50 Cent
Wanksta – 50 Cent
Rap Game – D-12
You Wanna Be Me – Nas
8 Miles and Running – Jay-Z
That’s My ni99a fo Real – Young Zee
Battle – Gang Starr
Spitshine – Xzibit
Time of Your Life – Macy Gray
Wasting My Time – Boomkat
R.A.K.I.M. – Rakim
Adrenaline Rush – Obie Trice