: The chorus, which riffs on the traditional "Mockingbird" lullaby, promises to "buy the world" for them to see them smile and protect them from the chaos. Lyrical Breakdown
: Focuses on the early days of struggle, recalling how Kim saved money in a jar for college that was later stolen. Mockingbird Eminem Mp3
: Details the move to California, meeting Dr. Dre, and the subsequent breakdown of the family unit as fame took over. : The chorus, which riffs on the traditional
: The song features two long, storytelling verses. Dre, and the subsequent breakdown of the family
"Mockingbird" is a deeply personal track by Eminem, released in 2005 as the fifth single from his fourth studio album, Encore . Widely regarded as one of his most emotional and least offensive songs, it serves as a direct apology and explanation to his daughters regarding the family's turbulent history.