In 2018, during Season 11 of the Dutch TV show Beste Zangers, opera singer Maria Fiselier delivered a breathtaking rendition of Eminem’s hit song Lose Yourself. Her performance showcased her incredible ability to blend classical opera with modern rap, proving that great music transcends genres.
A Bold Song Choice on Beste Zangers
Beste Zangers is a popular Dutch music show where artists perform songs that are meaningful to their fellow participants. The 2018 season featured a talented lineup, including Lee Towers, Trijntje Oosterhuis, Alain Clark, Tino Martin, Glen Faria, and Davina Michelle. Known for its diverse musical interpretations, that season ended with Lee Towers and Trijntje Oosterhuis taking the winning spot.
Maria Fiselier’s choice to perform Lose Yourself—one of Eminem’s most iconic tracks from the 2002 film 8 Mile—was both daring and innovative. The song, famous for its intense energy and motivational lyrics, won an Academy Award for Best Original Song, cementing its place in music history.
A Unique Operatic Twist on Eminem’s Hit
Fiselier’s operatic background brought a fresh and unexpected depth to the rap anthem. Her powerful vocals and emotional delivery reimagined Lose Yourself in a completely new way, showing how classical music techniques can enhance even the most hardcore hip-hop tracks.
Audiences and fellow artists praised her genre-defying performance, proving once again that Lose Yourself resonates far beyond the world of rap.
Celebrating Musical Diversity
Maria Fiselier’s participation in Beste Zangers perfectly embodies the show’s mission—to celebrate musical diversity and bring artists together across genres. Her cover of Lose Yourself is a testament to the universal power of music, showing that whether it’s rap or opera, emotion and storytelling remain at the heart of great performances.
Watch Maria Fiselier’s unforgettable performance of Lose Yourself below!
