T.I. Reveals Eminem's Extended Effort on "That's All She Wrote" Verse
During a recent appearance on The Big Podcast with Jamal Crawford and Shaquille O’Neal, T.I. shared intriguing insights into the rap industry. Discussing studio experiences, T.I. recalled moments where he had to revisit his verses, citing notable artists like Andre 3000, Eminem, and Nipsey Hussle.
According to T.I., Andre 3000, Eminem, and Nipsey Hussle were the artists who took the longest to complete their verses. He described Nipsey as particularly meticulous, recalling an instance where they fell asleep waiting for Nipsey to finish his verse. While T.I. expected this from Andre 3000, given his reputation for perfectionism, he highlighted Eminem and Nipsey's attention to detail during the recording process.
When I did song with Andre 3000, I was already expecting that. When you work with Andre, I already had my verses and I gave it to him. The three people who have taken the longest to complete the verse in history in my career are: Andree 3000, Eminem and Nipsey Hussle. Nipsey was really meticulous. Man, we fell asleep, waiting on, we woke up and we were like ‘I’ll catch up with you later man, we will finish this later’.”
- T.I.
T.I. Shares Insights: Eminem's Extended Process on "That's All She Wrote" Verse
Eminem's verses on "That’s All She Wrote," a track from T.I.'s 2010 album "No Mercy," were cited as an example of Eminem's meticulous approach to crafting verses. Produced by Max Martin and Dr. Luke, the song features T.I. rapping about the law while Eminem touches on more explicit themes. Despite the contrast in subject matter, both artists shine on the track, which debuted at No. 18 on the US Billboard Hot 100 charts.
Additionally, T.I. and Eminem collaborated on "Touchdown" in 2007, featured on T.I.'s "T.I. vs T.I.P." album. Produced by Jeff Bass and Eminem, the song celebrates the success of the two artists and their alter egos, T.I.P. and Slim Shady. Eminem showcases his versatility by adopting a Southern American accent reminiscent of T.I.'s Atlanta roots. Despite Eminem's personal struggles during this period, his verse on the track was noted as a standout moment.
Overall, T.I.'s insights shed light on the creative process behind collaborations with artists like Eminem and Nipsey Hussle. Their dedication to perfectionism and attention to detail contribute to the timeless appeal of their music, making them influential figures in the rap industry.