Next Gen Shady: Eminem’s Grandson Drops Emotional ‘Without Me’ Reboot

Eminem’s legacy just took a powerful step into the future.

His 12-year-old grandson, Carter Mathers, has gone viral after releasing a heartfelt remix of Eminem’s classic 2002 hit, “Without Me.” The updated version, titled “With Him,” honors Eminem’s iconic career and reflects on what it means to grow up in the shadow of a hip-hop legend.

Carter, the son of Hailie Jade, dropped the track with a surprise music video that quickly spread across TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram. In just hours, the tribute racked up millions of views and earned major attention from the music world.

The video features Carter walking the streets of Detroit, passing murals of his grandfather, and spitting updated lyrics over the original beat. A special moment shows a hologram of Eminem performing beside him, creating a powerful generational connection between past and present.

The song’s lyrics reflect themes of family, legacy, and carrying the torch. With lines like “Guess who’s back? Not me — but I’m here because of him,” fans are calling it both respectful and deeply emotional.

Hip-hop legends reacted quickly.
Dr. Dre reposted the clip saying, “The Shady legacy continues.”
50 Cent commented, “He got the bloodline and the bars.”
Even Eminem himself reportedly helped guide Carter behind the scenes, co-writing parts of the song and coaching his delivery.

Streaming platforms are seeing a massive spike in plays for the original “Without Me,” and fans are already pushing for Carter to perform the reboot live at this year’s MTV VMAs.

This remix isn’t just a tribute—it’s a clear signal: the next generation of Shady has arrived, and the legacy is in good hands.

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