In a recent episode of the “Baby, This is Keke Palmer” podcast, Detroit rapper Skilla Baby stirred up some controversy by claiming that Eminem, despite his global success, isn’t considered the best rapper in Detroit.
“Numbers-wise, Eminem is the best Detroit rapper, but the gag is nobody would say that in Detroit,” Skilla Baby remarked. This statement challenges the long-held perception of Eminem’s dominance in the Motor City’s rap scene.
Skilla Baby, known for his hit “Bae,” elaborated on the local dynamics of Detroit’s rap community. “Everybody had a turn being Detroit’s favorite rapper. Sada Baby had a turn, Tee Grizzley had a turn, Babyface Ray had a turn, Veeze is one of Detroit’s best rappers, Baby Smoove. Everybody had their turn being the best in the city. What we lack is consistency. Nobody has consistently been Detroit’s favorite rapper.”
Reflecting on Eminem’s legacy, Skilla added, “Numbers-wise, it’s Eminem, but nobody in Detroit is playing Eminem right now and I was an Eminem fan as a kid. I’m a fan of Eminem, but do we consider him our best rapper? I don’t think Detroit does.”
This candid discussion sheds light on the evolving rap landscape in Detroit, where new talents are continually emerging and reshaping the definition of greatness.
