"Curtain Call: The Hits" is a comprehensive compilation album by American rapper Eminem. The album was released by Aftermath Entertainment, Shady Records, and Interscope Records on December 6, 2005. It serves as a finale to the first phase of Eminem's illustrious career, showcasing his strong presence in the music scene since his major-label debut in 1999.
The album comprises a collection of Eminem's significant hits from his first four studio albums, along with three new tracks-- "Fack", "Shake That", and "When I'm Gone". Also included are "Dead Wrong" and "Forgot About Dre"— highlighting Eminem's collaborations with the Notorious B.I.G. and Dr. Dre, respectively.
"Curtain Call: The Hits" received wide commercial success upon its release. It debuted at No. 1 on the US Billboard 200 charts and was certified septuple platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). Despite mixed reviews from music critics, it gained international acclaim, topping the charts in several countries and becoming one of the best-selling albums worldwide in the 21st century. As of now, it continues to chart on the Billboard 200, making it one of the longest-charting albums in history.
Eminem also released a Deluxe Edition of the album, featuring additional tracks like "Stan's Mixtape" from the "8 Mile" soundtrack and other previously released songs. The album's success affirmed Eminem's status as one of the best-selling and most influential artists in the history of rap music. Its wide range of content, from emotionally charged narratives to playful and explosive verses, offers a window into Eminem's immense talent and continues to appeal to both his devoted fans and new listeners alike.
