If you’re hoping to buy a verse from Eminem, think again—his features aren’t for sale. Unlike many artists who put a price tag on collaborations, Marshall Mathers only trades verses, making his features truly priceless.
How Much Do Rappers Charge for Features?
In the music industry, feature verses can cost a fortune. According to US Weekly, here’s what some top artists reportedly charge:
- Snoop Dogg – $250,000 per verse + $250,000 for a video appearance (and you only get an hour to shoot!)
- Nicki Minaj – $500,000 per verse
- DaBaby – $300,000 per verse
But Eminem does things differently. Instead of charging, he only trades verses with artists he respects.
Eminem’s Features Are Based on Respect, Not Money
Tech N9ne, a respected independent rapper, revealed in a 2015 interview with Power 98.3 that Eminem gave him a free verse on “Speedom”—asking only for a future feature in return:
“He did the verse for nothing but a swap. I was flabbergasted because I know it costs so much to get Eminem, and he’s worth every penny. For him to say, ‘I just want a song from you for this,’ that made me feel really beautiful.”
Rapper Cordae had a similar experience. He landed an Eminem feature on his “Parables (Remix)” after appearing on Eminem’s “Killer (Remix)” alongside Jack Harlow.
Want an Eminem Feature? Impress Him First
For Eminem, collaborations aren’t about money—they’re about mutual respect. If you want a verse from Slim Shady, you won’t need a big budget—you’ll need serious talent. Because for Eminem, great music is about skill, not price tags.
