Eminem made a powerful return to the spotlight at the 2025 American Music Awards, winning Favorite Hip-Hop Album for The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce).

This marks his first AMA win in 15 years, reminding the world why he remains a defining voice in hip-hop.

Nominees for Favorite Hip-Hop Album:

• Eminem – The Death of Slim Shady (Coup De Grâce) (Winner)
• Future & Metro Boomin – We Don’t Trust You
• Gunna – one of wun
• Kendrick Lamar – GNX
• Tyler, The Creator – CHROMAKOPIA

Eminem’s winning album serves as both a lyrical masterpiece and a conceptual farewell to his controversial alter ego, Slim Shady.

The project blends introspection, sharp social commentary, and vintage Slim Shady bravado, resonating with both longtime fans and a new generation of listeners.

With this win, Eminem reaffirms his relevance in today’s ever-evolving music scene. The album’s critical and commercial success proves that two decades into his career, he’s still setting the bar in hip-hop.