Eminem may be putting his next album ahead of a major Hollywood soundtrack opportunity. According to 50 Cent, the Detroit rapper initially planned to contribute music to the upcoming Street Fighter film but changed direction to focus on recording his next studio project.
50 Cent shared the update while discussing the movie at its premiere, revealing that his longtime friend had originally intended to be involved in the soundtrack. The hip-hop mogul, who also appears in Street Fighter, reportedly smiled as he explained Eminem’s decision.
The revelation offers a potential glimpse into Eminem’s current priorities, although the rapper has not publicly confirmed the album or announced when fans might hear new music.
Eminem’s most recent studio album, The Death of Slim Shady (Coup de Grâce), arrived in July 2024. The project explored his relationship with the Slim Shady persona, a character that helped define his career through provocative lyrics and controversial subject matter.
A follow-up would mark his next major studio release, but key details remain unknown. No official title, release date or guest appearances have been announced in the information provided.
The reported soundtrack change would also affect a potential collaboration between two artists whose professional relationship stretches back more than two decades.
Eminem played a significant role in helping introduce 50 Cent to mainstream audiences in the early 2000s through Shady Records. Their partnership, alongside producer Dr. Dre, helped establish 50 Cent as one of the era’s biggest rap stars.
Eminem has also maintained a connection to the legacy of Tupac Shakur. He produced several tracks for the late rapper’s 2004 posthumous album, Loyal to the Game, including its title track.
The prospect of Eminem contributing to Street Fighter had therefore generated interest among fans anticipating another link between hip-hop and film. However, 50 Cent’s comments suggest the rapper decided to direct his creative energy toward his own music instead.
The broader conversation surrounding Eminem’s next chapter has also included reports of a potential collaboration with Kid Rock, a pairing that could attract attention because of their differing public political positions. The status of that reported project remains unclear based on the supplied information.
For now, the most significant takeaway from 50 Cent’s remarks is that Eminem may be concentrating on new material rather than the planned soundtrack contribution.
Until Eminem or his representatives confirm the project, fans will have to wait for official details about the album’s title, direction and release schedule.
