The history of Eminem’s classic hit “Lose Yourself” is one that is not only long but also incredibly impressive. For those who may not be familiar, here’s a quick summary: the track became Em’s first No. 1 on the Hot 100 chart, where it stayed for 12 weeks and remained on the chart for a total of 24 weeks. It went on to win two Grammys for Best Rap Song and Best Rap Solo Performance, and also made history by winning an Oscar for Best Original Song. As of March 2022, the RIAA had certified the track as 13-times Platinum.
In addition to the success of “Lose Yourself,” the compilation album “Curtain Call: The Hits,” which features the hit song, has been on the Billboard 200 albums chart for an impressive 685 weeks. Most recently, it jumped two spots to No. 49 despite being released nearly 20 years ago. This just goes to show the enduring popularity of the song and its continued relevance in discussions of the greatest songs of all time.