Royce Da 5'9" on Eminem Putting Him in Facility & Helping Him Get Sober

Vocal about his alcoholism, Royce Da 5'9" opens up to DJ Vlad about how he struggled with alcohol and how it affected his marriage and other relationships before kicking the habit indefinitely. Now four years sober, the rapper revealed that it took him a while to get back in the stride of recording and to cope with looking at the people around him with a different lens.
Watch the full interview above.

[@agc3865]

Eminem secretly has a heart of gold

[@Lcarter52]

when he's not dissin damn near every soul on earth 😂😂😂😂

[@jaaptendijk7192]

Ag C not secretly

[@tisssyyy]

sus

[@PEK16]

Slowly noticing who that guy is and why he is so admirable, em is secretly doing the most for those who he sees fit

[@marshallmathers8276]

@@PEK16 Yeah man just like what he did for that girl...that was so admirable

[@TheKreator98]

Royce is one of the greatest. Too underrated.

[@johnnydoeeeeeee]

real talk

[@AmineBhl]

One of the very very few persons ever to keep up with Em on a track, one of the greatest lyricists of all time. #TrustTheShooter #NickelN9ne

[@MacLMokkit]

+Amine Bhl facts

[@joekane8026]

Hes one of the few who can go bar for bar with Slim on a track and not be an afterthought lol

[@1111comment]

Amine Bhl been saying the same for years. real shit

[@CulturedWhiteBoy]

I quit drinking, smoking and gambling at the same time. Don't ask me how I did it. Shit was just out of control and I decided I didn't want it anymore. I got real lucky. Didn't need treatment or counseling, meds or anything. Just passed my 2 year anniversary.

[@reygalvan6175]

Congrats

[@dawnjohnson9504]

ProudToBe AnAmerican good was on ur side

[@SangNguyen-br7un]

Good for you man

[@mastamind7100]

You go homie

[@donald_the_savage1234]

Aj Cristo way to be an optimist. It’s been 2 years.

[@shortbus1127]

I've been sober almost 4 years...Congratulations to you Royce

[@JamesGreen-bu5jr]

shortbus1127 just seen this you still sober? If so congratulations

[@shortbus1127]

@@JamesGreen-bu5jr coming up on 6 years September 16th

[@dawnjohnson9504]

shortbus1127 congrats

[@dylandee7299]

6 years man!!! Congrats

[@littlecurrybread]

shortbus1127 congrats!!!

[@KD_SWAGGER]

I met Royce Da 5'9 at Yankee Stadium VIP at the Eminem & Jay-Z Concert and he's the coolest dude!

[@SpintriXX11]

+DOMINICAN KIDD Christ that escalated quickly.

[@JBrown9]

You a clown im the only one who got the joke😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@CulturedWhiteBoy]

How's a Dominican get in the VIP? You own a bodega across the street or something? Haha. Just playin'. Whut up from Queens!

[@KD_SWAGGER]

ProudToBe AnAmerican LOL Working hard and making money.

[@CulturedWhiteBoy]

+DOMINICAN KIDD I'm a Howard Beach boy. I know what that means. Lol. Boriqua posse!!

[@TenThumbsProductions]

I love Royce. Love this dudes flow and he is on the most grown man shiz in the game. The most accountable rapper in a game that has no accountability.

[@hlopez3975]

Royce is a well spoken individual. Also a great artist.

[@mattjohnston5807]

And that's why Em is a legend who is still around. He actually cares enough to help people.

[@zaghir8351]

"God, Grant me the serenity to accept the things I can not change the courage the change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference" Sober since May 6th 2014

[@jobberstatus_2k162]

Zaghir good to see a friend of bill on here!

[@jobberstatus_2k162]

10 months

[@sanosgr8842]

Congratulations man, for real

[@chriskaldro9335]

Bill's friend here.... 82 days!

[@meowcat9636]

Bill W and Dr Bob ftw

[@anomalus625]

eminem's recovery album is prolly my favorite album of all time but i dont listen to it anymore cause it takes me back to a dark place when i was battling demons, addiction and depression. but when it first came out, it was like God was talking to me though his verses. and id been a fan of his since day one, it felt like he was giving back to me.

[@KJ3113]

Good stuff bro. Stay sober. U can do it...

[@alloverdaplace2043]

Wanna go out for drinks? First round on me!

[@anomalus625]

Nyc Underground haha, i still drink. just not everyday like i used to.

[@d1chosen973]

when recovery came out I was battling popping pills. that album spoke to me

[@wickedwu22]

I had been sober for a year and a half when it came out...unfortunately I relapsed but still retained everything that I’ve learned and have gotten back on track since.

[@douglasmijangos3327]

I love how Em and Royce have so much love between them .. that’s why Royce always defends Em all the time .. rarely in life you find people like that .. crazy

[@Hieillua]

I like how Em and Royce maturely put their differences aside, became good friends again and Em helping him out during something he could severely relate to.

[@Petergonzaleztv]

it was probably the fact that Em was sober and Royce was still drinking at that time

[@bobbydeazy]

I don't think they ever fell out.

[@Hieillua]

@@bobbydeazy They did, its publicly known

[@bobbydeazy]

@@Hieillua when? I think you don't know the history. Royce fell out with Dre as his manager let out he ghost wrote the message. Em had to play position as did Royce as too much on line then he fell out with some d12 but not Eminem. They always been cool even when they didn't talk.

[@KJ3113]

Of course Shady is my fav rapper, but let me tell the truth: Royce is VERY underrated. If u listen to all his shit, it's all fire. What do u guys think?

[@oweyougrams]

#FACTS

[@khravi7904]

He is fire itself

[@garad123456]

not alike verse is so good

[@quitrap8289]

@@garad123456 my favourite royce verse is from caterpillar he spits absolute fire in that song

[@L.K.P_]

He is GOAT Period

[@AF-Twice]

My name is Royce Da 5'9" and I'm an alcoholic. Hi Royce!

[@LordCornholio31]

lmfao

[@GambianBankai]

Looool classic

[@user-ho5lk1ul2l]

+Af Twice lmfaooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo

[@Josephus_vanDenElzen]

+Af Twice My name is Marshall Mathers, I'm an alcoholic Hi, Marshall! I have a disease, and they don't know what to call it

[@stefanroche3052]

+Bro Fessor better hide ya wallet cause I'm comin up quick to strip to cash

[@lindanemnguni1621]

Eminem is honest and doesn't look down at you or lie he is a true friend Eminem ever told this story because it's Royce story to tell not him to tell

[@blackphillip63]

Royce needs a better inteviewer.

[@Anfernee.Clarke]

I'm just on top of my game right now , Vlad lol 😅

[@tylerc4262]

Vlad always sucks

[@brandenjones716]

For real. Vlad always bringing up Em. And doesent stop. You can tell it kind of gets under Royce skin, but he is loyal tho so he dont say shit. If he wants to find out about Ems life talk to Em. Royce has tons of real fuckin stories.

[@drummerdoingstuff5020]

You mean black. Lol

[@drummerdoingstuff5020]

Hey I got an idea! Get off your ass and do it yourself so somebody can get on your shit talking it.

[@theabsoluteWOAT]

notice his wording at 2:14 vlad asks "do you think you WERE addicted to alcohol?" and royce responded that he knows he IS addicted to alcohol. the addiction never goes away, and the ones who realize this are the ones truly in recovery

[@echad6259]

1 year sober here.

[@daxecutioner24]

keep it up, where you drinking everyday before sober?

[@echad6259]

Thanks, yeah. If I could, I would drink everyday and night and the goal was to get drunk. I thought I would die an alcoholic. Looking back, I can't believe I'm done with it.

[@daxecutioner24]

+Reese Anderson Just curious, what was the point of it?

[@echad6259]

+Jhonn H like my man said, I would do everything in excess. there was no moderation with me. if I was going to the bar I couldn't just have a beer or two then leave, getting drunk was the goal because that was my idea of fun. God knows I would spend my entire check in the bar then borrow money to drink for the next day. addictions are a mother...

[@daxecutioner24]

+Reese Anderson word man, hope you don't mind the questions. I'm just constantly doing research papers for school and its part my major psychology. Do you have any one in your immediate family with an addictive personality or traits?

[@burnoutrevenge64]

How could you thumbs down this ??? This is gold information to hear from someone that had to humble himself

[@ShadowPomona]

Congratulations Royce. Thank you for sharing your story of becoming sober. There are always others out there who will be encouraged about your story and beating alcoholism and or other addictions. I am glad Marshall was there for you. Everyone needs a special friend to help them through those tough times. So happy for you.

[@djmurder84]

Man, respect to Royce he's kicking knowledge. Salute homie

[@DinFL]

Much respect. Big fan. I’m in awe of everything you’ve done/continue to do in changing your life. Family is important so now you’re not only making changes in your life, the lives of your wife and children will also be affected in a good way. You are truly talented and blessed especially to have the support of Marshall who has been there himself. I’ve never met Marshall but from what I’ve learned from his interviews, he is a genuine/caring person. Keep up the good work and now that you’re sober, I look forward to watching your career soar even higher than you ever imagined. Peace!

[@shannankenney7746]

That's so awesome that you were honest thank you, very few can ever say they actually were an addict and can talk the truth of addiction so just wanted to thank you💓 xo

[@newyorkusa9155]

I love this dude, hope him and em stay close , glad hes sober, and doing well

[@m15try45]

one of the most underrated MC's

[@jordiedobbie795]

God bless you Royce. I am 6 years sober myself. Thank you for your honesty in this interview.

[@TomCon118]

I need to see things like this. I got 3 years sober. Thank you for sharing.

[@n1c98]

I always liked him as a rapper. He's awesome. Props to him and Em for ridding that crap out of their lives 💪

[@weallbleedred3646]

Amen! I love u for this brother! And u make it real for all us addicts!

[@RickeyTerrellVision]

a year later, this interviewis GOLD!!

[@djaprildirty]

Eminem is awesome

[@daxecutioner24]

+CanvassBlack lool

[@gezimvorfaj6842]

Agreed

[@chrisb6484]

What about Royce

[@Jay-dp5wp]

@@chrisb6484 Royce is the only rapper that can outshine Em on a song. Easily

[@cauchyflorian9273]

@@Jay-dp5wp not easily, but Em is way better than Royce

[@robert23497]

Congratulations Royce! You are an EXCELLENT rapper. Keep the fire coming.

[@MichiganGreatOutdoors]

Great story, thanks for sharing. Love Royce

[@floatingstarfish932]

Quit my 2 addictions. Moved countries. Went back to Uni.... I graduate with my law Masters with distinction shortly. And I thank hip hop and Em / Royce's music. I wish they could see this but just knowing that they save ppl with their music is amazing. Thank you so much.

[@DoomzSayer]

Respect to Royce for being able to tell everyone about his battles with addiction and all the things he struggled with cause it happens to all of us.

[@scarface4519]

Last album Royce brought out was spot on. And when him and em get on the mic hoo god it's crazy.

[@namelesswarrior4760]

Well done to you Royce for making the important changes in your life. RESPECT

[@michaelnice364]

Good job Royce keep it going brah...ur ppl r here 4 ya

[@gcornelius308]

i think its great that this bro got it together. I hope many more drunks and druggies that listen to rap see this and get their shit together.

[@TheAfricaice]

Royce.. thank you for sharing. real talk..

[@brianobrian6637]

I wish more people as creative, talented & successful as Royce would speak as candidly & honestly as he did in this interview! Addiction is affecting epidemic levels of people; It having such a taboo connotation & the stigma attached to it, Makes it all the more difficult to deal with! This is real G stuff; Not any b.s. SALUTE + MUCH RESPECT!

[@royblonk]

just real and no sugarcoating thumps up for this man

[@danielvermeer3363]

Absolutely amazing well done Ryan Montgomery I'm 2 months sober and I'm not looking back and people like you and Marshall Mathers are nothing but inspirational and I'm talking outside of music you both are examples of stars being human first THANK YOU and we all want to see you grow old and be happy so be extremely proud of yourself

[@Wezzy92]

good for him nice to see people deal with their shit and move on to better things. i remember hearing his stories on stage as im listening to this man im like dam he got some sad shit and impress by his technique i actually wanted him to stay on stage a little longer he was so good imma be real i got a kick out of hearing his stuff for the first time it was just so cool next time i hope he stays on stage a little longer😎 im happy hes got his own studio, still doing his thang and got the people he loves surrounding him thats awesome😎

[@KirkDustin80]

One day at a time Royce!! Glad youre staying sober brother.

[@seanlamar29]

I'm a alcoholic these gave me hope

[@Palahume]

This is a great interview.

[@view3282]

Great hearing this story. I actually will be sober 5 years in July. My spiritual awakening was an extremely disgusted "look" from a family member that made me feel so terrible that I didn't want to ever see that face from a loved one ever again. Crazy the little sh*t in life that can impact us so heavy. Picking up "Layers" soon, still bumping Success Is certain.

[@view3282]

thanks a lot. definitely worth it, have a good weekend

[@leehughes5733]

I got clean and sober in 2012 and it was when I had a drug induced seizure that triggered my mind to say right that's that my family have seen enough . And I was blocking reality right out I had 15 years of my life taken away from me felt like I was abducted by aliens that's the only way to describe it . Royce it was the best thing you ever done seeing things more clear now and makes you a better rapper . Stay blessed and keep banging out tho,s fire tracks my G ..

[@GrownBlackMan]

Much respect, Royce

[@LordCornholio31]

crazy how they beefed when they were bestfriends and dissed each other, years later later they put the beef behind, and become close again

[@youtubed3951]

+Michael Duncan ...how is that crazy? That's called being grown. Besides they never really went at each other hardbody...it was more D12/royce.

[@LordCornholio31]

+You Tubed it's Eminem tho! he's not known for dissing someone and reuniting with them, many rappers squash beef and mostly just move on..

[@sassysasquatch4081]

+You Tubed nah listen to eminem difficult. He hated him just as much as the rest of D12

[@youtubed3951]

James Blount no, he didn't.

[@sassysasquatch4081]

Me, you and what's his face, I forgot his fucking name Shame he even came to your funeral, he betrayed our team And if I see him again I'ma punch him in the fucking face And that's on Hallie Jade, Whitney Lane and Alaina's name - heard that line was about royce. could be wrong

[@dennisjesse10]

That's real talk 5'9". I appreciate what you speak about. Same here brother.

[@chrislane7230]

man good for royce and good for em for helping him thats some real shit right there

[@j.m.5744]

1st of all....this man is one of, if not the most, underrated lyricist ever. Royce lays down the most savage bars, that are seriously cold as hell. When you break down his lyrics, or listen to the break downs online, you can see how gangster his shit truly is. Listen to the original version of renegade with Royce on it, he took it in a completely different direction then Jay Z took it and murdered it. Much respect for your music and for getting sober and putting it out there for others to draw strength from. It's big for kids to hear a celebrity of this caliber and in this culture, being real about addiction and recovery. Much respect.

[@jd5726]

Imagine Eminem at an Narcotic/ AA meeting he’d be like “Hi my name is....” And everybody would be like “Slim Shady” haha

[@sinejr8432]

JDMC Music Aus watch just dont give a fuck

[@dah500]

JDMC Music Aus When I’m gone has this premise but turns out a little different lol

[@abberentos5171]

You forgot the chicka chicka

[@tyham2493]

Your profile pic..is that from they're podcast lol

[@abberentos5171]

Mike hawk... mine? Lol because if so it’s Gucci mane

[@cjg28]

Excellent interview!

[@mikec5249]

Good for you brotha. Bruh- I’m with ya . I survived it all bro- Quitting is one thing- Staying Quit is the hard part!!

[@cambo__]

Proud of Royce man 🙏🙏God is great

[@fredtimmderfmmit6041]

Wow. Great interview.

[@chirastuthakur366]

Thank you very much for the video great video

[@hoss9688]

Sippin ona 40 watching this and I can say is God bless Royce Da 5'9. I seen alcohol destroy families n he pulled through. I was blessed enough to control my drinking even after a tragic life.

[@Roar_Restored]

Keep up the good fight Royce I'm right there with you brother; 2 years sober for me!

[@fitnessfoodchronic6618]

great job royce! over 2 years sober for me

[@ZachDaHater1]

Bro is still sober, proud of you Royce! ✊🏽

[@jwuuds6003]

Royce you probably won't see this but that's fine my comment for anybody who reads it. You're very inspiring man I'm 39 and a alcoholic grew up in the culture and I'm seeking to become a better person. Everything you said was spot on and very raw and real.. real always recognize and this man here is bearing his soul which most won't attempt. Thank you .. I'll get there again

[@officialcodyrogers]

Brooo this is awesome. Im going through the same thing bit with weed.. This is inspiring as hell to me

[@omniscientgina]

Fuckkk!!! He has hit the nail on the head with EVERYTHING he is saying!!! Soo Deep and Soo relatable for me!! He was a physically addicted alcoholic EXACTLY like me!!! Listening to him talking right now with the exception of only one thing, having side chicks" (I'm female) could be me sitting there talking!! I'm almost 8 years clean/sober and I can relate with EVERY word he is saying!!!! Stay strong Royce Good Luck to Him!

[@tb80038]

I like it when Royce The Five Foot Nine Inches features with Eminem or vice versa. A new Bad Meets Evil album would be pretty awesome.

[@aaronbrown1747]

Great job on your sobriety Royce. I'm 8 Months sober. I'm on the Monster phase now. U the Goat

[@AmineBhl]

One of the greatest of all time, period. #OG #TrustTheShooter

[@META4US]

Love his honesty. Ain't a lot of rappers man enough to admit when they fucked up, much less try to fix their problems.

[@muaazgaffoor330]

Royce is like my father,he gave up alcohol to fix his life.....Mad respect!

[@MilyMoon27]

Once you overcome something that at the time feels nearly impossible to overcome- like addiction….and you see how strong you can actually be, and you really take a hard long look at your shortcomings-and learning how to change that, and have success at doing that- then it becomes natural to want to share that hope with others. We do recover❤️

[@Ryattt81]

I really god damn love Royce. Hes just a stand up, mature, real dude. He deserves all the attention he is getting now. Hes just a master.

[@leojaramillo6618]

Very inspiring.. I need to get sober fr

[@htr44]

I am happy he is focused up now we are going to hear some killer shit from him much love Royce

[@crisleroi299]

+Scotty B nah...when addicts get sober their music gets wack. He needs to start drinkin' again so he can give us that real heat.

[@murk4552]

+Cris LeRoi Nigga have you not heard Royce's past 3 projects? Lmao, hell PRhyme > Any of his solo projects when he was an alcohol, you can hear the difference too in the passion. That logic is bullshit, most rappers on drugs are trash, which is why this entire generation is obsessed with Trap, with the extra focus on lean. In the 90's it was Weed.

[@kevinmyers440]

This man talking straight facts

[@Oatmilllk]

Great video

[@west96Coast]

Maaaaad love and respect for Royce, one of the realist to ever do it

[@msprettylovepink]

Not the worst side bitches 😂😂😂😂

[@87er_]

You must know worse ones than lol

[@BudIce32oz]

LOLOL!!!!

[@msprettylovepink]

+CanvassBlack damn really? lol i need to find that vid lmao

[@SolidSnake240]

+CanvassBlack i remember that but i didn't really think it was Royce till he confirmed it himself lol

[@foreverhiddenpabz]

Ryu Hyabusa what was the video

[@duggiefresh7322]

Cool interview, RESPECT! To Royce da 5'9 for getting clean! That shit is hard to do! Eminem is a fecking good friend to Royce!! 💯💯👊👊👿😇 Bad meets evil 💥💯💯💥

[@trailmusic1118]

Royce always been one of the dopest, so glad he's sober.

[@cameroncurtis4697]

big ups too Royce and em

[@bearhughes7009]

Much respect to Royce, I myself am a recovering Alcoholic, narc opioids I don't consider myself sober I'm still on tha methadone clinic but I feel all hes sayin. Royce kills it on Em's new album,his production,everything, I wish you the best man.

[@riffraff9070]

RESPECT for Royce talking about trying to be a better father and husband and dealing with sobriety

[@JustSub2Me]

Yeah DJ Vlad it's such a fucking hater! I guess you keep forgetting he's white also. He chases clout by using One race against the other

[@epikcyne]

I’m happy for Royce being able to conquer his addiction. It’s not easy for someone to look at themselves and admit to their weaknesses, especially as a man.

[@ericwright2594]

I respect honesty salute royce

[@TBoneAgain]

What a Legend!

[@maggmaxxx]

Proud of you Royce. Great job

[@shotzburynative4384]

i just got sober since January of 2021 and the alcohol shit for me was so much worse than anyone would ever think... Royce said he would just shake and sweat, my story was vomiting and shitting blood and the worst part was the seizures and the crazy insomnia mixed with vivid ass crazy nightmares that were so realistic it would blow your mind... Alcohol is definitely the worst to come off of cold turkey

[@papertiger9845]

Im goin thru all this shit rn, thank u royce

[@megashredderofkate]

true to hear someone call it like it actually is.

[@jordanmassie5025]

Royce is lowkey so sick of people bringing up eminem every single interview hes in lmfao. Oh well guess thats the price for being close friends with the goat

[@A1thesigma]

Real fucking friends are so hard to come by ✊🏾

[@dfuzesavetf2147]

Em is super good, kind and wholesome person. He just puts up a tough act around people that aren't important to him.

[@mix011bgd]

REAL TALK 🙏💯‼️‼️

[@pope4994]

As a recovering addict there's no better counselor than an ex addict

[@JayBee6801]

Love Royce... Stand up dude.

[@therealGz]

Glad to have the will to live sober.

[@jwuuds6003]

Realest shit ever said. It feels fuckin weird every normal day things feel very weird.. i have to go through this again 🤦‍♂️ damn