June 23, 2010

Love the Way You Lie

Just gonna stand there and watch me burn
Well that's alright because I like the way it hurts
Just gonna stand there and hear me cry
Well that's alright because I love the way you lie
I love the way you lie

This song really surprised me. I think is the closest thing to a love song that Eminem's ever done. What makes it even more remarkable is that this duet about an abusive relationship features Rihanna. It's an interesting blend of anger from Eminem's rap and lament from Rihanna's vocals. I can't relate to the lyrics -- I've never been in this sort of relationship -- but I can only imagine how powerful this song might be to somebody who has gone through the same thing.

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