Eminem - When I'm Gone - Reaction - Was barely able to make it through this one!

I guess my son just likes to watch me cry my head out! This sets new and pleasant expectations for me for this artist. This CRUSHED me.

[@amaners1]

This was my 13 year old son's favorite song, we played it at his funeral. This song rips my heart out every time I hear it.

[@larryshair]

I can't possibly imagine... I'm so incredibly sorry.

[@calm5545]

😭😭😭😭

[@Grissington-108]

much love and energy to you and thanks for sharing this personal information with us

[@mihai0880]

my brain: dont cry dont cry

[@IBleachedMyEyes5]

I lost a friend of mine when we were 14 he passed in middle school, I’m so sorry for your loss

[@Milkers777]

Just for context, he wrote and recorded this at the height of his drug problems, so probably genuinely didn't think he was gonna be around for much longer. Very glad he managed to come out the other end!🙇🏽‍♂🐐✨🎯💯(And this song is truly a classic/masterpiece one of the best hooks Em has ever recorded and Em Is The Goat Of Hip Hop Forever! Em is second to none in Hip Hop when it comes to lyricism and storytelling Please React to Eminem "Mockingbird")

[@larryshair]

Thanks Jay! I actually already recorded the reaction to Mockingbird and it should go live on 1/13... Stay Tuned!

[@Milkers777]

@@larryshair My pleasure & I can’t wait I’ll be tuning in for sure Please React to Eminem “Going Through Changes” next the Lyric Video tho

[@BIGBUD71]

True words spoken 👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@allygraham7454]

@@Milkers777 Going through changes is a masterpiece in my opinion as he tells his whole story of addiction to overdose and recovery and the personal stuff he was fighting especially with the death of Proof( Doody) and his marriage break up.

[@ExoTikSalSA]

Em came out and said that this song was like a suicide letter to his daughters

[@geezy458]

Em once said " My songs can make you cry, take you by surprise, at the same time, Can make you dry your eyes with the same rhyme"

[@larryshair]

Profound!

[@jessedavis1741]

My dads gone crazy!!!

[@theonetruezman1116]

And those words are so true honestly. You don't have to live this life to feel what he is saying ya know

[@shayaanrk]

Eminem one of the greatest artists ever whose lyrics can make you laugh, cry, dance, vibe, shout, smile, think and fly

[@KilljoyDJBM]

He does that in that song, it's insane, I'm sure you know. First 2 verses are a scream, hilariously hyped.. The third flips the switch on the emotion so hard

[@CasperDaCat]

Back when this released I was still a kid. But after listening to this again and being a father it hits different. As a Wildland Firefighter, I was pretty much never home and my daughter would do the same things to keep me from going. I was always focusing on putting food on the table. Last call I was on, had a tree fall on me and in the second I realized what was happening all the memories of her trying to keep me home flashed through my head and I regretted everything. I knew I was going to die, and I knew I wasn't going to be able to see her again. Pronounced dead on 11/22/20 at 0522 and I was gone for 6 minutes and 27 seconds. Don't know how but my heart started beating again. Woke up a little over 2 weeks later and have tried everything I can to be a good dad since. Life is short, and you can't take anything for granted because it can end in a second.

[@mav358]

thank god you are still alive man

[@yasirkadhim2940]

Thank you for your story

[@rollinstoned8447]

Thank you For sharing. I just Found My twin brother dead from overdosing on opiates and xanax. He was My best friend and a Brother. I'm so fuckin'lost now and don't Know what to doooooo!!

[@hansaldawda9673]

@@rollinstoned8447 man stay strong. Remember no one and nothing in life is permanent so the only thing you can do is accept it for what it is and move on. You never know, his soul would be happy seeing you happy in life. My prayers. RIP🕊️💐

[@kiki1334]

@@rollinstoned8447I'm sorry for your loss man, your brother is watching you from heaven

[@lndulging9328]

I'm 21 with no kids and I feel this song. Thats what eminem does. Crazy

[@larryshair]

It's such a profound, poignant, massively relatable song. Respect to Em.

[@lndulging9328]

@@larryshair Completely agree, Larry. Is there any way I could get you to listen to Castle/Arose by Eminem? It's two different songs off of the same album, meant to be listened to as a single piece of storytelling. Everything he says in the song is true, and basically it's about him overdosing on pain meds and almost dying. He talks to his daughters, as well as his friend Proof, or Doody, who passed away back in the early 2000s.

[@jeremymichellelacap9348]

same here 29 with no kids but em songs talking about his kids esp hailie hits the soul, yet alot of ignorant people say em is not relateable

[@MEX021401]

Whenever you have kids this song hits even harder I’m telling you.

[@C.J.33]

31, with no kids, but I feel the whole song. Just in reverse about my Mom. Wishing I could've spent more time with her when I had the chance. All the little things that she liked to do that I just "couldn't" make time for. The things that seem so dumb at the time, and being so ignorant to the thought that it wasn't about the activity you were doing, but the time spent doing it in each other's presence... Like he says at the end of the video, Don't waste it.

[@galacticriminalx]

No need to be strong. Feel it brother. No shame. Be real. It's needed

[@lostinmyabyss7003]

why do people feel like they have to explain smthng every time a man cries. idk just get used that it is totally okay and there is nothing unsusual about it

[@middlifekrysis4750]

@Devon's biggest fan because for us, we learned that men are weak for crying. Its really hard to rewire our brain when we learned from a young age not to cry. I cry all the time, but its hard to let it out when you are told not to for so long.

[@raccoonfederationceo3580]

@@middlifekrysis4750 This. This right here

[@MV-ri7zu]

@@middlifekrysis4750 its not about just not crying. It depends on where and what you are crying about. Personally I wouldnt cry on video because of a rap song and post it for everyone to see but thats just me I guess.

[@middlifekrysis4750]

@MV740 thats because youve been taught that people will think youre weak if you do. Anything can tug on heart strings and force out a tear. But people dont like men who feel things.

[@Sobergirl_]

Fun fact… Eminem ends his studio time at 5pm everyday regardless of where they are in recording to go home and spend time with family. This is something he has done for years now, especially since getting sober. He finds balance between work and the people he loves.

[@faithn4558]

Wow that’s so sweet lol

[@Gamer-zk3tz]

proof of fun fact?

[@rwndae]

@@Gamer-zk3tz I think it was a rapper he made a song with that shared this, he came in to the studio late and Em was like we stay here till 5 or something If not mistaken it was a new feature but I can't remember who told it

[@dolphinfan7196]

It was akon that said that

[@joshuatrigg5551]

And if I'm not mistaken that same rapper said when he called Eminem about being there he even said he will be back at 9am. And does that everyday, 9-5

[@Frogs84]

Hayley is alive and thriving, as is Em. Makes it much less sad to me personally because he really did save her from all that

[@LED816]

Saved her. And adopted Kim’s twin sister’s niece he adopted. And his younger brother he adopted. And Kim’s daughter he adopted from another relationship she had while they were split. He’s far from an imperfect man. But he’s a great man.

[@KBRoller]

He saved her, and she saved him. Em is many things, some not so great, but one of those things is a great father. And he's never been shy about admitting his kids are one of the biggest motivations for him to get clean, step up, and stay alive. He's said a huge motivator for making money was for Hailie's college fund, and he was able to be there at her college graduation (with a 3.9 GPA, by the way!). He recently walked Lainie down the aisle at her wedding, and will soon do the same for Hailie. His work and circumstances may have made him miss a lot of Hailie's life, but he survived and stuck it out to be here for the important moments. ...and now, I'm not crying, you're crying into my eyes >_>

[@Notwoke90]

He just walked her down the isle ❤

[@chainDex]

I've listened to this song hundreds of times in the early 2000s. It never hit me. Fast forward 20 years now I have a wife and 3 year old daughter. I'm sitting in a hotel room 3000 miles away making someone else dream a reality. I just can't believe how much this song hits me 20 years later.

[@larryshair]

Nothing like parenthood to bring profound meaning to a song like this.

[@jameskohr7364]

Same.... this is this man's first reaction video I've watched.. and it broke me down almost immediately.

[@reesespieces5850]

Nothing wrong with working for someone else man! Your still working on your dream with your family but at least you have time to spend with them when you are home and your not always on the phone making deals and not really there for your family when you are home!! Dont get caught up in titles if your making enough money to raise your family

[@marzipanarsch9555]

I feel you. I was working my ass off for my family especially for my daughter. What i didnt realize at that time, i was getting angrier day by day until that point where my daughter was just literally afraid and scared of me to come home. That turning point was about 6 years earlier. Since then i try to spend as much time with her, as i can. I loved this song back in the days when it was released but since i am also a father myself i see it from a different perspective.

[@larryshair]

@@marzipanarsch9555 nothing like becoming a father that brings new perspective to things like this. So glad it turn to a better ending.

[@squiz808]

Dude I've listened to this song 1000x and never have gotten so emotional watching someone else react to it. Fantastic reaction 💯🔥

[@larryshair]

Thanks Michael! That was a tough one to watch.

[@fayecraven597]

Same!! 😪

[@aaronspeaks11]

One of my faves, watching you react though is hitting me hard because I have a little girl. Don't worry my man I'm shedding tears with you

[@ahmedghaffar4247]

Same.

[@isaiahshady1995]

Dude i literally said the exact same thing, i was holding back tears.

[@Triahh]

“Don’t let your prejudices get in the way of something special that could come your way”. Well said, well said.

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much. Truly how I feel.

[@zeallust8542]

Thats a bar

[@gavinharrison836]

i read this literally just as he was saying it

[@taylorwells8009]

@@gavinharrison836 LITERALLY SAME(But by a second or two)

[@clintsuson2525]

New motto

[@ereynolds72]

This was a brutal way to stumble onto you. I cried with you dude. Nice to see you’re so open with it all. Takes guts dude well done

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much! Glad to have you along for the ride!

[@a.d.the.4mvla43]

yeah same here i just wanted to see someone else feel the power of Marshall's writing delivery and insane genius ....imo best Artist of all time

[@romashpak4270]

same.....

[@Turrrbskiii]

Eminem is such a profound lyricist. His emotional storytelling ability through a song shows just how much pain he had went through, and put his family through. A true legend. Much love to him.

[@scottycash2]

Goat! You can say it!

[@andrevalicente8817]

I've been an Eminem fan since 2005 maybe, but I'm only now realizing how his clips were corny as hell lmao (the songs only get better on the other hand)

[@oogabalooga9039]

@@andrevalicente8817 i disagree, im honestly not a big fan of his newer music, respect for sticking by so long though ✊

[@andrevalicente8817]

@@oogabalooga9039 I meant his old songs get better with the time. Of course his best work was made in the early 2000's, but Em still had some pretty good albums in the last few years like Kamikaze and Music to be Murdered By

[@LaRussaLand]

Oh man, when you said that Eminem won't be here one day and this song will be played in his honor... it just broke my heart. Eminem feels immortal. It hadn't even hit me that he won't be here forever. He survived so much, so how can he ever die?

[@Milkers777]

He won’t ever die his Legacy is forever and plus he can live forever they have the technology🐐✨

[@teringlijer4202]

he actually wrote this song because he tought he wasnt gonna survive his drug addiction so its basically already played in his honor he just didnt left us

[@voteZDLR]

There was a time when I actually wouldn't have been surprised if he died any day but now that he's clean I think he'll be with us for another 30-40 years at least. Unless something crazy happens.

[@DutchiesHolland]

Thought about this before, cried for all off y’all🙄🥺❤️

[@sjn6704]

It was his retirement song in 2005 and he nearly died a couple years later, so it nearly happened already

[@itssparticus]

No-one tells a story like Em. He can be goofy and silly at times but when he wants to be serious or send a message he can leave you speechless.

[@danielandersson4651]

One of the realest reactions ive ever seen to a masterpiece of a song

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much, Daniel!

[@Laska_00]

this is the best reaction ive seen to "when I'm gone" absolutely incredible to experience your first reaction to this classic!

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much! This one was a killer!

[@chriswill1690]

Check out Knox Hill, his Eminem reactions are best about.

[@helenk43]

totally agree laska this was beautiful to witness xx

[@GARYBYRNE1]

I agree. It's good knowing someone who doesn't listen to Eminem still feels the emotional pull of his songs. I grew up with one parent which is why I felt a lot of his lyrics resonated with me but it is clear the lyrics and the way the song is put together can affect anyone.

[@heidi_d]

Em hits you in the SOUL. This song is incredible. I hadn’t heard this before, and I bawled right along with you. Damn! I think it hits hard because no matter what you do, you always wish you did more with your kids. Edit: Forgot to say thank you for your heartfelt, honest and raw reaction ❤️

[@larryshair]

Right with you, Heidi.

[@ianprins1683]

He can hit you right in the feels. My first wife and I used to fight all the time. My oldest daughters name is Hailey. I used to work out of town. This song used to hit me hard.

[@larryshair]

Nothing like fatherhood to gain a new appreciation for this kind of song...

[@Anticrystal88]

I am generally not a fan of rap, but let's remember, it's spoken poetry and if done honestly, it's very poignant and moving.

[@karinlanven3562]

Yes, a lot of rap is bout sharing their struggles and by doing so they are helping others that sit in a similar boat and can relate. I can recommend so many songs that fit in this category. Hopsin- "this house" and "alone with me" is amazing as well as NFs whole catalogue!!!!

[@hechpee]

Agree BUT it is not just spoken poetry/spoken word, the thing that makes it rap is you gotta RHYME, if the rhyme is not there, it is spoken word

[@richardsampras4574]

no i think eminem is something else

[@user-ls1lu7gu4u]

When someone like you says it’s great not a fan of rap then it’s great.

[@opalviking]

RAP stands for Rhythm And Poetry. ... look for the lyricists, the storytellers, they’ll never disappoint- Em, Lupe, Nas, Kendrick, Royce, Cole, Hopsin, etc.

[@Sunny-jz3dy]

Eminem is a storyteller...in many ways. His music reached new audiences and he opened up rap to them. People that had never listened to rap before ...started to discover other artists that would have otherwise been overlooked. He changed hip hop forever!

[@SGC511]

Eminem has opened himself up at times like no one else, I think. Amazing vulnerability and honesty. Facing his conflicts, his ambivalence, his failings. His work moves me.

[@bettyjojoeharperre-imagina7322]

Rest in peace to your son. ❤️‍🩹 may you feel his warmth in the sunshine, see his smile in the moonlight, and hear his laughter in the sound of the breezes through tree branches.

[@lewis-da]

@@bettyjojoeharperre-imagina7322 what

[@KiddeeKush]

Him and Tupacs lyrics were different, so raw.

[@uncreative4497]

@@lewis-da probably replied to the wrong comment

[@Brigada91RealBriggy]

this is why Em got so many fans. He was honest and let us be part of his life!

[@tattoodude8946]

This is the change Eminem made to hip hop. He was willing to dump his heart out in a way that no other artist would. He could hit you with the hard stuff or he could rip your heart out by just being honest and letting you in to his own struggles.

[@a.d.the.4mvla43]

yes very true words i think as he was a white guy he felt he didn't always have to play the macho rapper role and his huge wide fan base allowed him to cater for them with diff styles of songs ...pure Genius imho

[@KBRoller]

Yep. He's like, "I get it, you want fun, so here's Shady. Oh, now you need me to prove myself? I'll let Em do that. But I'm a person and I've got real shit to say, so here's me, Marshall, writing this one for you." That's the genius of having the three perspectives split into three alter egos: he gets to write from every facet of himself without losing an audience. There's always a song for someone, no matter what they want out of a rapper or singer.

[@JaredHarris-lw5bj]

This is why Eminem is the best lyricist of all time in my opinion. He can make you laugh,cry, or scare you. He knows how to paint a picture with his words. Btw you earned a new sub god bless.

[@BlakeAlexander12]

Still 2Pac , but Em is right after him up there

[@JaredHarris-lw5bj]

@@BlakeAlexander12 I'm not mad at that. I can respect that.

[@lightup6751]

What about Torch, Nas, Biggie, Immortal Technique and many more? I love Eminem but I feel many who worship him dont know much of old hiphop

[@JaredHarris-lw5bj]

I'm almost 40 I know my older hip-hop. I'm not saying anyone is as amazing lyricly to me because I respect way more than EM. Anyone who is a master at cadence and word play is what I love in rap it doesn't mean Em is the best but, he is the best to me in my opinion. Another thing is EM's influences come out in his raps so you still get the older influences that so many love he puts it good in his own lyrics about his list Reggie,JayZ ect. You get it.

[@MRkriegs]

@@lightup6751 none of those artists have more lyrically dense albums than music to be murdered by for example. what are we doing here?!

[@Deezclub.]

“Don’t let your prejudices get in the way of something special that can come your way” valuable life lesson for everybody there. Thank you for your reaction and your time. Loved this video!

[@jinxtide2291]

“Headlights”, “Going through changes” and “Best Friend” by yellow wolf featuring Eminem are another pair of great Em songs that hit hard. He is an amazing lyricist. Even his crazy out of mind stuff carries triple and double meaning, with multi level internal and external rhyming schemes. The way he can bend words, his cadence. So many things. Pretty amazing.

[@MrSceneNine]

All great songs that make great reactions for the reasons you say. I wonder if he needs a bit more context into why they were written and the overall Eminem journey before jumping into those ones though. It's tricky because up to and including Recovery*, it's all one long life story in a way. *(MMLP2 as well, but I feel he begins to repeat himself a little from then on, and switches focus more onto being an incredible wordsmith).

[@jorgesueirogonzalez2949]

Don't forget Mockingbird not really sad, but an incredible moving story

[@bmoneybby]

he's the best ever and it's not even close.

[@cloudboy2970]

*yelawolf

[@tylerlower5140]

I'm 30 now, but I grew up with parents that didn't understand Eminem whatsoever... They probably still don't. Thank you for being open enough to actually listen.

[@Persholm1]

Eminem is a lyrical genius, think we all can agree on this. Also, there's no shame in having emotions. Emotion makes you human; let them show, embrace them even.

[@chasethechosenone8478]

Yea men have emotions but as a man no you don’t embrace them that’s what you’re not suppose to do unless you’re a woman it’s different

[@MrObasilawrence]

Music is meant to bring out emotions.. nothing wrong with feeling it ànd showing it

[@Persholm1]

@@MrObasilawrence Indeed, well said!

[@Persholm1]

@@chasethechosenone8478 What does that mean? Are men supposed to supress their emotions "because it's girly to show emotion"? What kind of a backwards and fucked up sentiment is this?

[@chasethechosenone8478]

@@Persholm1 men are logical creatures women go by emotions what is so hard to understand about that

[@DarkMajava]

"You know this is gonna be his tribute when he's gone someday" I've heard this song too many times i can count, and now when i heard that it hit me. Damn. It's gonna be a bad day.

[@larryshair]

I can't imagine. He has such a gentle soul.

[@DarkMajava]

@@larryshair Thanks for the answer, ive got so many rappers in my top 10 i just forget some of the songs, This is gold, ty

[@somniumrabidum]

Wow, comparing it to "Cats in the Cradle" gave me chills. My dad listened to that song when I was growing up and he'd always get teary-eyed and quiet. He died of cancer when I was 10, and all these years later I still can't even hear that song without crying. I've been a big Eminem fan for 20yrs, and one of my favorite things about him as an artist is how honest and introspective he is with many of his songs, this being one of the most powerful examples. It was relatable to me as a kid, and now as a father it means even more. Fantastic reaction, thank you for sharing your experience with us. You've earned a new subscriber here for sure, keep up the great work!

[@badsabre5917]

Same, but my dad didn’t die. He left when I was 4 years old. It was weird when I would get to visit him he would often be listening to Cats in the Cradle and I always felt the meaning was lost on him. Similarly, Someday Never Comes by CCR always gets me.

[@jjellybelmo4]

I'm 41.. been sober for almost 10 years and this song still makes me hiccup cry.

[@DJMAERZ]

5 ½ years here. We've got this!!

[@jjellybelmo4]

@@DJMAERZ yes we do! Even the hardest days sober are better than the best days fkd up.

[@rayner1704]

Key to listening to Eminem is to not just hear a song but to really listen to the detail, lyrical flow back and forth it’s so intelligent how it’s written and delivered

[@superrubikwil]

While not giving this cringy involved artist vibe

[@peaceandlovegreene]

I listen to his songs over and over and still discover new treasures from him.

[@All-Fur-Coat_No-Trousers]

Darkness by Eminem. It's perfect reaction fodder, and you'll get a look at (nearly) current year Eminem. Some fans feel differently, but I know a lot of us agree that he's only ever gotten better with age, and he shows no signs of stopping. The dude is a virtuoso. It's just inhuman what he's able to do with his pen. He's like Brahms, channeling a higher power to create something profound. If i could oversell Em any more, I would try haha

[@declanhardie9273]

Has be the video you react aswell as it makes more sense

[@sqtuck]

Absolutely, one of the best Eminem songs and holds up to its name too

[@vn5774]

"Darkness" is a real hidden gem.

[@dkdesigns796]

Yeah he has 100% gotten better a lot of what he says goes over people’s heads these days. People are so used to dumbed down lyrics they just don’t get it

[@kileysmith9737]

Darkness is a true masterpiece. Double entendre the entire way through. Lyrical genius.

[@jantograaf]

I made a big mistake watching your video today. Your sincere reaction combined with the fact that it will be father's day in two days and my dad (who was gone a lot for his job) passed away seven years ago... god... bawling my eyes out. I knew this song, and it hits me every time, but today it kicked my legs out from underneath me. Thanks for being so upright and honest in your reaction and never, ever apologise for crying. I'm a 38 year old guy and I had to learn the hard way that those tears can only do good...

[@larryshair]

I'm so sorry to hear about your dad. My dad passed 3 years ago. You won't be alone my friend. Hang in there.

[@alexxchavezee]

The fact that you get music enough to have chills immediately makes you my friend and brings you into my top 10 favorite people. Thank you for going outside of your comfort box.

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much!!

[@Tyler.254]

I’m the same way with music too. I get the chills, cry, choke up, and get a sort of high off real music

[@Stormz.1337]

Being one of those "busy dads" of a 5-year-old, this one had me crying like a little baby. Thanks for the vid, mate. One love from Germany. Keep on doing what you're doing.

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much! Nothing like fatherhood to bring perspective, right?

[@Stormz.1337]

@@larryshair Absolutely. Couldn't have imagined what an impact that has on your view of the world. It's crazy and a little terrifying, I admit.

[@bruceleesh4064]

@@Stormz.1337 Just make a difference while you can because im a daughter of a "busy dad" and im 26 now and i was balling like a little baby too :(

[@JP-sx7xt]

God Bless! ❤

[@JKnyp]

Another crying dad over here 🙋🏼‍♂ Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@bostinobaddog2040]

The thing is, I'm a 16 year old with no kids and this still hits me hard and I still get chills. I can only imagine how it'll be when I'm older.

[@Mickey_Lange]

Eminem can take your earth and beat him to death with words at every age if you just lisen the lyrics correctly... I'm 18 now and i don't have baby's or drugs problems or family problems but he's like that... Eminem is one of the rarest person Who can make me cry against my will... We all understand him even we don't experienced the same things... This is why em is the greatest rapper of his generation. Everyone say it...😎🤌🗿

[@maddysonherselius6755]

This song came out when I was a kid and it hit hard when my parents were divorcing for some reason. It’ll connect with everyone

[@KidBehindACamera]

Wonderful reaction

[@larryshair]

Thank you sir!!!

[@CountryJoker1988]

"Mockingbird" and "Hailey's Song" are powerful songs of his as well.

[@larryshair]

Yep! Both are on the channel already. Enjoy!

[@DAVEO1ful]

I came across this video randomly. It turned into the best reaction video of my favorite artist I’ve ever seen. I’ve heard this song 1000 times. But this song like so many others, I’ve listened to but never let it in. Watching you let this song in made me let the song in. Now having a four year old daughter, it is though I heard and felt this song for the first time. I give you so much respect for admitting you Had hip pegged all wrong, and that this song single-handedly changed your mind about the music. You won’t find that in any other reaction video anywhere else. Much love.

[@larryshair]

Wow, thanks Dave. Nothing like becoming a father for something like this to re-define your whole perspective on these things. Thank you so very much for your kind words. Hug those little munchkins for me! Blessings my friend.

[@DAVEO1ful]

@@larryshair I will and no thank you.

[@lucaderose6792]

Seriously big facts. Said it perfectly

[@ghengiskhan6849]

If you liked this I think you would like his song Beautiful, Legacy, Guts over Fear and many more. His catalogue is vast and covers many different facets of life. I think you’ll enjoy the journey. Hope to see more. Great reaction

[@Loonfabio]

This song never hit me so hard until I had my daughter. I can't get through it without a tear anymore. I love that little girl more than life itself.

[@NeexT0P]

Same since when my Mom gave me a little sister, my little lady

[@Primal_Echo]

Hands down one of the most emotionally charged songs in existence. This is why he's so renowned.

[@MartelAndQueen]

You definitely gotta do more Eminem, he's the best-selling rapper for a reason

[@coyhawk6961]

mad respect, not many people can show that much respect, passion and reverence to this type of medium

[@Anna_M96]

Eminem’s music basically got me through my childhood. Now I’m 26 with three babies and his words hit so much harder than they used to. I looked up to Em as a big brother figure when I was young because my home life was abusive. It felt like his words untangled my feelings and helped me understand how I felt. Loved the reaction ❤️

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much!

[@diyadidier3822]

❤

[@JazzCabbagE7]

Eminem knows how to evoke emotion in his art. Whether tugging at the heart strings or getting the blood pumping, hes been my go to artist for the majority of my life. Cheers

[@edgetripper]

This is THE BEST reaction to this song that I e ever seen. So genuine and really feels so good to just watch the video. This is lyrically and emotionally the best song I love of Eminem!

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much Sunil! This was definitely a rough one...

[@jonashartung6065]

Seeing someone that resembles my dad literally cry to this video made me tear up. Thanks to that. Its rare. Love your reactions I"ve seen so far

[@larryshair]

Thanks Jonas

[@whatsjocelyn]

As, a teenage daughter that has had her dad in and out of her life since she was young, this song hits hard. My dad has always played Eminem growing up, especially in the car and everytime he would say this song reminds him of me. Since me and my dad do have a complicated relationship, I relate to the fact in the lyrics that Eminem's daughter, Hallie, didn't want him to go. I've felt that way many times not wanting my father to go, and be out of my life. And some of the time it can be hard without my father but I still listen to this song whenever I miss him or want him to be around. I'm sure many girls or women in their life feel that same way too.

[@kaelg]

man i wish i could go back and listen to this song for the first time again. i still get chills every time i listen to it.

[@fedolfs]

I am listening to this song since I am a teenager, being French I obviously did not understand any of it for many years. Now turning 36 this year, my son turning 2 soon, and married to my lovely English speaker wife I am finally getting all of what this song means. I am trying to remember myself of that meaning every couple of weeks by listening to it and watching your reaction to it, in my opinion the best and most genuine reaction to this song on KZbin. My wife was just a couple of months pregnant when you released this video and I absolutely loved it, I watched it probably 100 times since. Thank you.

[@lindamcdaniel9850]

First time I’ve heard one of his songs. Holy crap (in a wow I CAN understand the words in a rap song at 64)!!! I am full on admitting to my being closed off to even giving it a shot:( Don’t waste it (said someone wise)!

[@lndulging9328]

Eminem is one of the most poignant and direct rappers ever. Even in his faster songs you can understand EVERY word.

[@larryshair]

So glad you enjoyed this one with me, Linda. Such a great message.

[@charg1nmalaz0r51]

Thats the thing about eminem he got so much bad press when he first came out because of his "bad" words. I mean they literally protested his concerts, tried to ban him everywhere and blamed him for things people were doing because of his song content. But the guys slim shady persona was just that a persona, something to get him noticed and to express thoughts that polite society would not normally allow. The guy however is a genius, very good at what he does and has tons of songs people can relate to. Its modern poetry and should be cherished for the art form it is.

[@jeffy4368]

Hes the GOAT for a reason, the love he has for his daughter is amazing.

[@madmonk4691]

Oh boy… I’m a 46 year old landscaper. Come back to this reaction today. You got me crying again with you pal. You need to do more Eminem please. The man is a genius at this! Great reaction. Thank you

[@larryshair]

Thank you Mad! No way I could make it through without the tears. Wrecked me.

[@ConallC96]

Like hip hop or not, he is a genius wordsmith. His story telling and passion should be felt weather its your type of music or not. This is real true hip hop, from the heart and soul. You can tell by your reaction. I'm only 26 so haven't been a fan from day, but this song has made me sit and think since I was about 11. So powerful

[@jayvon6333]

People can say what they want about race and hip hop politics but lyrically Eminem is the Greatest Of All Time.

[@maxometer123]

He must be the only rapper you ever really heard then.

[@BboyRacing]

@@maxometer123 Name another rapper that writes like him, freestyles like him, and made it as big as him.

[@travisk6221]

@@BboyRacing cube, pac, biggie, many old school rappers and a few Current rappers

[@matthewgarza3297]

@@travisk6221 none of those rappers you just named made it bigger than him in the rap game lmao he has outsold every rapper by many many multi millions

[@travisk6221]

@@matthewgarza3297 well no shit he made it bigger than pac and biggie they died and cube is arguably one of the best lyricist in my opinion

[@ASMR_DYLAN]

Mate to watch someone be so open to this music is so nice to see, Eminem has a special place in my heart and will forever, it was through my best friends brother passing who idolised Eminem that me and all my friends now get together and we listen to these songs and shed a tear and have a hug and we feel better and closer to him and each other, I’m writing this now with a tear in my eye but also a smile on my face because his music touches you no matter who you are and for different reasons. I hope whoever reads this is well and happy. 💯 this is just something I wanted to share. A personal favourite of mine is “beautiful” by Eminem it makes me think of my best bros brother every time 🕊 fly high Thankyou

[@JMcAfreak]

As an addict, this song speaks to me in ways it didn't before I started attending an addiction recovery group. It's a tough listen, but it just speaks to the soul in ways that other songs don't. It's just... wow.

[@larryshair]

Intense song for sure!

[@rollinstoned8447]

I'm currently on Methadone Maintanance. Life was stable For last years but I just Found My twin brother dead from overdosing on opiates and xanax. I'm so fuckin'lost now and don't Know what to doooooo!!!!! He was My best friend and a Brother!!!!!😭😭

[@HoodNewsStudios]

"I'm an old guy" so is eminem lol, that's why older folks relate to him more. Always will be the goat for me tho 💯🖤

[@Spencer167]

This makes me so happy seeing "true" adults reaction to Eminem. You tearing up made me tear up!

[@Spooked.J]

Cathartic reaction....genuinely loved it. Eminem is the greatest.

[@Jessica-cd6zs]

I wish I could listen to Em’s whole discography again for the first time. I’m jealous.

[@IAmNeomic]

This is absolutely one of the all-time great songs in rap history. Very little people have the ability to really tell a story and make it connect the way Eminem does, whether it's through extremely technical word-play, or just emotionally connecting with you in ways that you do not expect. There's a reason why many of the greats call him the greatest. He completely transcends hip-hop and just is completely in a league of his own. He mentioned in interviews that being a father and getting clean was the reason he walked away from his music career for about 5 years, around 2004-2005. For all the troubles the man has had in life with substances, his relationship with his ex-wife, Kim, and struggles with juggling between his real life and the public persona he had back then (much of which was merely for "shock" value), the man has always known where his priority lies, with his kids-especially his daughter, Hailie. And it's also telling that despite calling Marshall a "bad husband", Kim mentioned that she had zero issues giving him full-custody because he was an "amazing father."

[@juliehillson4952]

Really makes you think about how you are with your own family. Edit: I kept thinking about this video long after I made my first comment. The one thing that kept playing over and over in my mind, was where she tossed the coin onto the stage and walked away. I guess that really got to me!

[@heidi_d]

Yeah! And how it mirrored the look of a 12 step chip. 🤯

[@myusicc]

This song gave me such comfort when it came out. Let’s just say being able to scream the words hailey is “saying” really helped me mentally. I can’t tell you the amount of times I would sing this. Cathartic and brutally honest.

[@eleanorgames2857]

Hope you are doing ok Emily 👌 ❤

[@sthefanimattos654]

It's nice to listen to this song and know that Em's daughter is a beautiful woman and she's her dad's biggest fan. She shared her Spotify hindsight for 2021 and it shows that she listen to her dad's music a whole lot lol.

[@nando1679]

Where? Her insta?

[@hatema]

@@nando1679 nah tiktok

[@dawnsully88]

Hes a true lyrical genius. He actually tells a story and it's meaningful

[@michaelrafales2782]

I'm an older guy too. But i have been an Eminem fan for a while now; grew up to hip hop. There are only a few artists that can envoke and provoke such strong emotions. Your reaction brought me to tears. Appreciate you and your channel so much! Thank you

[@colinharris615]

This is by far the rawest, most genuine reaction I’ve seen to DATE. Appreciate you, my friend ❤️💯

[@larryshair]

Colin, thanks so much. That is high-praise. So glad to have you on board as we dive into this content!

[@piano302]

I was 12 years old when this song came out, I remember it like yesterday…my mom gave me the curtain call album as an early Christmas present in the morning of the 6th December 2005, I went directly upstairs into my room and put it on repeat…couldn’t leave my room anymore…great memories :‘)

[@biosec9361]

I love how real and emotional all your reactions are. So many people are scared to show emotion. Especially men. Eminem was the music that got me through my angry teen years.

[@larryshair]

So glad you had someone like Em to relate to. It's something, that as you age and get wiser, you will be able to relate to your kids or others that had your same struggles. It's why I think God allows us to go through the pit... to be able to pull up the others that come behind us. Blessings my friend.

[@cvetomirkostov4647]

That was the purest and overal best reaction video I've ever seen... Thank you for that !

[@larryshair]

Wow, thanks so much for your kind words!

[@ryrydag]

Your raw emotion to this song is exactly how I feel whenever I hear it. Its refreshing to see someone feel it like I did the first time. Kudos.

[@jamesyboy4626]

This song hits me so hard, I have a daughter but I'm a pill addict too and when I don't take them I take seizures. I gave my daughter to my sister when she was 3yrs old so she could look after her, I thought I was making a grown up decision because I've seen addicts look after their kids and they turn out either the same or end up in a home. I only see my daughter at xmas now, I used to see her everyday but I had to move away from my families area and the past 5 yrs I've seen her 5 times face to face. When he says "I didn't feel a thing" It's so true, pills just take you out of this world, you're only concerned in numbing your feelings.

[@hopenfaith23]

I have conviction you'll find the ability to reconcile within yourself and change your life. I'm very sorry the situation is as it is. Know that you are loved and that she needs you in her life. One Love brotha, I lost many in my life to that battle, life is too short to get lost up in its' intricacies.

[@jamesyboy4626]

@@hopenfaith23 Thank you.

[@MuttonChops24]

Im going through watching all your eminem reactions and i must say that when you teared up in this video i really felt it. This song got me through so many painful years of my mom never having time for me, and me just telling myself that shes busy and there will be time one day. That day never came. she ended up passing away before we ever really got to bond. So when i hear some boomer talking down on rap music or eminem because of their ignorance, it creates resentment inside me. Thank you for breaking down those barriers.

[@larryshair]

Thanks MC!

[@thesavvyhuman619]

There’s no other hip hop or rap artist that have these kind of reaction videos❤🔥

[@LordAC13]

This song has been my favorite for many years. I am only 23, but Eminem has thought me much more than anyone ever could about life. I think I'm gonna cry like a baby for many days when this man is actually gone.

[@rob.-_-.]

I can't listen to this song without crying. Eminem is the best story teller and lyricists alive.

[@ishakerl4162]

I loved this song when I was younger.. but now being 37 weeks pregnant with my first I bawled my eyes out the entire time lol. It's such a great song.

[@larryshair]

Nothing like parenthood to add a twist of reality to these songs...

[@jerodwatson6492]

This was a song I loved when I was younger, but now that I'm older and have a daughter, and have lost my dad, it's a very hard song to listen to and not tear up. It's crazy how perspectives can change and things can affect you and hit you so diff as life changes

[@cynthiamayes8631]

He is a complete musician, composter, lyrical singer. You need to go through all his music. He is finally getting treated as the rap god he is. By the way, I am 71. Have a lot of his music

[@matthewseelow]

I'm actually glad you're reacting to this. A long time ago when this came out, I never understood it. Almost 17 years later I can re-watch this and have a good cry too. Puts your life and priorities in perspective. Cheers.

[@ArwenUndomiel406]

Welcome, to the world of being a fan of the greatest Hip Hop lyricist in history. Our hearts laugh and cry frequently and intensely (especially since there will likely never be anyone coming close Eminem‘s genius). We meet on wednesday‘s for coffee. And congratulations to you man for being so open minded to listen to this masterpiece. As someone who grew up with his songs, it‘s an honor to see how deeply it touched you.

[@larryshair]

Thanks so much! This is a masterpiece.

[@God_Is_An_Atheist]

There is something about rap music that just can't be replicated in other genres. The way a story is told, like Eminem does here, just hits different.

[@mathewmole3346]

Yeah it's just pure poetry but told with full on raw emotion

[@frankkeehner5174]

Glad your giving Eminem a chance. Now that you have experienced his greatness. It’s easy to follow down the rabbit hole of all his hits. I hope to see more of your honest reactions to his music. Well Done. SUBSCRIBED!

[@larryshair]

Thanks Frank!

[@RyanTravis23]

Hands down one of the best reactions I've ever watched. You've even changed how I view this amazing song. 👏🏼

[@larryshair]

Wow, thanks, Ryan! Appreciate your comments very much!

[@atamjitsinghh]

So much honest emotion here and the comment section is so heartwarming here. I found this song in my 9th class in school and I swear I have carried this near to me since, so many people have cried to this, including me ofc. It's such a song full of gratitude towards things that actually matter in life.

[@jackieloftis5036]

Thank you. For many reasons. I love seeing someone discovering em. This is why we love him. Not just because hes the goat...but because he doesnt have any skeletons. He bares it all for all of us.

[@danchristian7282]

This song is one of SO many that really shows off Eminem’s writing and lyrical mentality. Absolutely love this reaction, exactly what Marshall was going for ❤️

[@Hexavolt]

Catchy but destroying, just like any of Eminem's more heartfelt songs. Gets me every time, no cap, I'm a big baby.

[@ashleighlister3248]

I still can't believe that when this song was released, my country (Australia) was the only country on the planet that this made number 1 on the charts. Unappreciated genius.

[@SGhosht]

When I’m gone is in my opinion one of the finest written pieces in our history

[@Jindu841]

It’s really nice to see people , especially not just youngsters , appreciate this music . This is true hip hop

[@mamou8759]

facts

[@yunhotellow]

but hip hop has always been like this?

[@mamou8759]

@@yunhotellow not these days man, there ain't no hip hop these days.. And what's left is a small percentage

[@markhermans5284]

I have to admit to you that I felt the same about the rap genre. Eminem also opened my eyes years ago. No matter how different the music or performance is from what anyone is used to.... the messages can be just as POWERFUL. Thanks for sharing a genuine reaction and stay safe.

[@silversrayleigh118]

I'm glad to see people finally open their eyes to Eminem and his type/ level of rap. He doesn't rap about the generic things others do and actually tells great stories has incredible word play and lyrics in his songs.

[@ItsKonFiDentZMan]

In 5 yrs there will be resurgence of Eminem STANS not just fans. I hope Eminem gets all the flowers he deserves by EVERYONE

[@patricktaylor4663]

This is the kind of reaction you expect to see when they care as a parent about their kids. Great reaction video!!!

[@alurrarhea3744]

Everytime I here this song I cry, it reminds me of my dad, I was 14 when he passed it's been a year since

[@TheRickyglenn]

Damn, you triggered me! I've listened to this song for years and right now I just got hit with the meaning, my kids are grown up now 18 and 19 and the realisation of how much time I've lost has just really hit me in the feels. 41, sat with tears. Damn!

[@larryshair]

Nothing like fatherhood to bring this stuff into focus for sure…