: A demo exists where Eminem performs reference vocals for Dr. Dre's verse, showcasing how he guided his mentor's delivery.
: On February 12, 2009, "Crack a Bottle" set a new record for first-week digital sales with 418,000 downloads , surpassing the previous record held by T.I.'s "Live Your Life".
: The song famously uses an interpolation of the 1970s French pop song "Mais dans la lumière" by Mike Brant, which gives it a unique, atmospheric sound. Crack A Bottle
: The song is a rare collaboration between three of the biggest names in Shady/Aftermath history: Eminem, Dr. Dre, and 50 Cent.
: The track was recorded during a period of intense creative output for Eminem, where he reportedly wrote and recorded enough material to fill two albums while recovering from pill addiction. Record-Breaking Success : A demo exists where Eminem performs reference
: An unfinished version, often referred to as "Number One," leaked in late 2008 on various mixtapes.
is a Grammy-winning hip-hop track by Eminem , featuring his long-time collaborators Dr. Dre and 50 Cent . Released on February 2, 2009, it served as a major promotional single for Eminem's sixth studio album, Relapse , and marked his triumphant return to the top of the charts after a lengthy hiatus. Overview and Production : The song famously uses an interpolation of
: It rocketed to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 , becoming Eminem's second career chart-topper after "Lose Yourself".