Eminem, born Marshall Bruce Mathers III, is a rapper, songwriter, and producer, widely regarded as one of the greatest and most inspirational hip-hop artists of all time.

Known for his rapid-fire delivery, sharp wordplay, and deeply personal lyrics, Eminem has shaped the sound and culture of modern rap.

He first gained major attention with The Slim Shady LP (1999), which won him a Grammy and introduced his alter ego, Slim Shady, a character known for dark humor and raw storytelling.

His work often tackles heavy themes such as personal struggles, fame, addiction, and family, making his music both controversial and deeply relatable.

About the Song

“My Mom” is a darkly humorous and brutally honest track where Eminem delves into his complicated relationship with his mother. With sharp lyrics and edgy production, the song mixes satire and raw emotion.

My Mom Lyrics by Eminem

Intro

Yeah
Yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah, yeah
Okay!
Alright, a’ight, a’ight, a’ight, a’ight (Yo, yo)
Yo, yo
Alright, I’ma lay the chorus first
Here we go now!

Chorus

My mom loved Valium and lots of drugs
That’s why I am like I am ’cause I’m like her
Because my mom loved Valium and lots of drugs
That’s why I’m on what I’m on ’cause I’m my mom!

Verse 1

“My mom, my mom”, I know you’re probably tired
Of hearin’ ’bout my mom, oh-ho, woah-ho
But this is just a story of when I was just a shorty
And how I became hooked on Va-aliu-um
Valium was in everything, food that I ate
The water that I drank, fuckin’ peas in my plate
She sprinkled just enough of it to season my steak
So every day I’d have at least three stomachaches
Now tell me, what kind of mother would want to see her
Son grow up to be an undera-fuckin’-chiever?
My teacher didn’t think I was gonna be nothin’ either
“What the fuck you stickin’ gum up under the fuckin’ seat for?”
“Mrs. Mathers, your son has been huffin’ ether
Either that or the motherfucker’s been puffin’ reefer”
But all this huffin’ and puffin’ wasn’t what it was either
It was neither, I was buzzin’ but it wasn’t what she thought
Pee in a teacup? Bitch, you ain’t my keeper, I’m sleepin’
What the fuck you keep on fuckin’ with me for?
Slut, you need to leave me the fuck alone, I ain’t playin’
Go find you a white crayon and color a fuckin’ zebra!

Chorus

My mom loved Valium and lots of drugs
That’s why I am like I am ’cause I’m like her
Because my mom loved Valium and lots of drugs
That’s why I’m on what I’m on ’cause I’m my mom!

Verse 2

Wait a minute, this ain’t dinner, this is paint thinner!
“You ate it yesterday, I ain’t hear no complaints, did I?
Now here’s a plate full of painkillers, now just wait
‘Til I crush the Valium and put it in your potatoes
You little motherfucker, I’ll make you sit there and make
That retarded fuckin’ face without even tastin’ it
You better lick the fuckin’ plate, you ain’t wastin’ it
Put your face in it ‘fore I throw you in the basement again
And I ain’t givin’ in, you’re gonna just sit there
In one fuckin’ place, finnickin’ ’til next Thanksgiving
And if you still ain’t finished it, I’ll use the same shit again
Then when I make spinach dip, it’ll be placed in the shit
You little shit, wanna sit there and play innocent?
A rack fell and hit me in K-Mart and they witnessed it
Child support, your father, he ain’t sent the shit
And so what if he did? It’s none of your dang business, kid!”

Pre-Chorus

My mom
There’s no one else quite like my mom
I know I should let bygones be bygones
But she’s the reason why I am high on what I’m high on, ’cause—

Chorus

My mom loved Valium and lots of drugs
That’s why I am like I am ’cause I’m like her
Because my mom loved Valium and lots of drugs
That’s why I’m on what I’m on ’cause I’m my mom!

Bridge

My mom loved Valium, now all I am
Is a party animal, I am what I am
But I’m strong to the finish with me Valium spinach
But my buzz only lasts about two minutes
But I don’t wanna swallow it without chewin’ it
I can’t even write a rhyme without you in it
My Valium, my Vaaaaaa-liummmm, ohh!

Verse 3

Man, I never thought that I could ever be
A drug addict, naw, fuck that, I can’t have it happen to me
But that’s actually what has ended up happenin’
A tragedy, the fuckin’ past ended up catchin’ me
And it’s probably where I got acquainted with the taste, ain’t it?
Pharmaceuticals are the bomb, Mom, beautiful
She killed the fuckin’ dog with the medicine she done fed it
Feed it a fuckin’ aspirin and say that it has a headache
“Here, want a snack? You hungry, you fuckin’ brat?
Look at that, it’s a Xanax, take it and take a nap, eat it”
But I don’t need it — “Well fuck it then, break it up
Take a little piece and beat it before you wake Nathan up”
Alright, ma, you win, I don’t feel like arguin’
I’ll do it, pop it, gobble it, and start wobblin’
Stumble, hobble, tumble, slip, trip, then I fall in bed
With a bottle of meds and a Heath Ledger bobblehead

Chorus

My mom loved Valium and lots of drugs
That’s why I am like I am ’cause I’m like her
Because my mom loved Valium and lots of drugs
That’s why I’m on what I’m on ’cause I’m my mom!

Outro

My mom, I’m just like her
My mom, my mom, my mom
My mom, my mom, my mom
My mom, my mom, my mom
My mom, my momma
Me momma, I like-a da momma
Haha, sorry Mom
I still love you though!
Dr. Dre, 2010
Hey, this shit is hella hard, homie
Yo, take us on outta here
Woo!

Similar Songs Like My Mom

If you are into hardcore rap songs with aggressive beats, here’s a list of recommendations that you might like:

• Cleaning Out My Closet: This is a deeply personal and emotional song in which Eminem expresses his pain and resentment toward his mother. The raw honesty and powerful delivery make it unforgettable.
• Kill You: In this aggressive track, Eminem unleashes his Slim Shady persona with dark humor and intense energy, tackling personal demons and media backlash.
• When I’m Gone: It is a heartfelt song about Eminem’s struggles to balance fame and fatherhood. His emotional lyrics express love for his daughter and regret over time lost.
• 97′ Bonnie & Clyde: This is a controversial and chilling story-driven track where Eminem raps from a twisted perspective about family betrayal.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Tone of the Song?

The tone is darkly comedic, with Eminem using exaggerated scenarios to highlight his dysfunctional relationship with his mother.

Is My Mom Based on True Events?

While exaggerated for comedic effect, the song draws inspiration from Eminem’s real-life conflicts with his mother, which he has discussed in interviews and other songs.

Did Eminem Perform My Mom Live?

There is no record of Eminem performing My Mom live regularly, as it was not a single from Relapse.