Eminem’s first single off MMLP2. A snippet was released during the commercials for the VMA’s in order to build buzz for the album. The song gives off a golden-age vibe, as it is laced with Beastie Boys-esque production courtesy of Rick Rubin and allusions to 1990’s pop culture. There are a few subtle jabs at new school rappers in the song as well.

The making-of video for Berzerk – “Berzerk Explained – Behind The Scenes 1” can be watched on VEVO here.

Beat sample from “The Stroke”, by Billy Squier.

The single artwork is reminiscent of LL Cool J’s album Radio, which Rick Rubin also did some work on. Not surprising at all of course, as Em lists LL as a notable influence.