Barack Obama stole the show at a recent Detroit rally, delivering a surprise moment that had the crowd cheering — by quoting the iconic opening lines of Eminem’s “Lose Yourself.”
Obama Puts a Presidential Spin on Eminem’s Hit
After being introduced by Eminem himself, the former president couldn’t resist dropping a few bars from the legendary song that’s served as a personal anthem throughout his career.
“I’ve done a lot of rallies, so I don’t usually get nervous,” Obama joked. “But I was feeling some kind of way following Eminem. I noticed… my palms are sweaty, knees weak, arms heavy.”
The crowd erupted with laughter and applause as Obama continued, “I thought Eminem was going to be performing — I was going to jump out.”
“Lose Yourself” Has Been Obama’s Go-To Motivation Song
This wasn’t just a fun moment. In his memoir A Promised Land, Obama shared that “Lose Yourself” has long been one of his go-to motivational tracks. For him, it’s more than music — it’s a symbol of grit, perseverance, and staying grounded during his rise in politics.
A Powerful Moment That Blended Politics and Pop Culture
While fans may have been hoping for a performance from Eminem, it was Obama who ended up delivering a performance of his own — presidential style.
Watch the viral moment in the video below —
Barack Obama raps the first verse of “Lose Yourself” by Eminem while campaigning for Kamala Harris in Detroit. pic.twitter.com/flWfopIvLT
— The Recount (@therecount) October 23, 2024
