Eminem invites Barack Obama to rap on stage in support of Kamala Harris

Eminem was present this Tuesday evening at a rally organized by Kamala Harris’ campaign team, in Detroit, Michigan, one of the key states in the American presidential election. After performing her 2010 single Not Afraidthe artist launched into a laudatory speech about former United States President Barack Obama. He made a point of recalling the extent to which the election, which will take place in less than a fortnight, was “ crucial to the future of American democracy ».

« Detroit ! What’s up, darling ! “, launched Eminem. Before going into a monologue: “ Look, I wrote down some words I wanted to say. I am here this evening for two important reasons. As most of you know, the city of Detroit and the entire state of Michigan mean a lot to me. And as we approach this election, the spotlight is on us more than ever, and I think it’s important to use your voice, so I encourage everyone to get out and vote, if you please ».

Then express his fears of seeing Donald Trump win the election: “ I also think people shouldn’t be afraid to express their opinions, and I don’t think anyone wants an America where people worry about retaliation, or what people will do if you make your opinion known. opinion. I believe Vice President Harris supports a future for this country where these and other freedoms are protected and respected ».

Barack Obama performs Lose Yourself

Despite a committed speech, everyone remembered the arrival of Barack Obama to the applause of the public. The former American president, fan of rap and Eminem, did not hide his nervousness: “ I thought Eminem was going to perform, I was going to jump in the crowd. I love Eminem. My palms are sweaty, my knees are shaking… “. Barack Obama nevertheless excelled when he launched into a cover of the first verse of the title Lose Yourself. Eminem’s presence in such a gathering is not surprising. The rapper is a supporter of US Vice President Kamala Harris. He also supported Joe Biden in 2020 with a campaign ad featuring his song Lose Yourself.

In 2017, in a freestyle titled The Storm at the BET Hip-Hop Awards, Eminem called Donald Trump ” racist » and declared: “ We hate Trump “. The American rapper has often positioned himself as an opponent of the Republican Party in the past, like Taylor Swift in recent weeks, or Julia Roberts earlier this month. Kamala Harris’ campaign team regularly relies on the presence of American celebrities to bring the various rallies to life. Bruce Springsteen, for example, is due to perform at an upcoming event in Atlanta.