Dr. Dre echoed Eminem's sentiments, stating that the original tracklist was "a bit too experimental" and that they ultimately decided to "re-scale" the album to make it more commercial.
While we may never know what could have been, it's clear that the final product, Encore, remains a landmark album in Eminem's discography, showcasing his lyrical prowess, creative experimentation, and enduring influence on hip-hop. eminem encore original tracklist
In an interview with Rolling Stone, Eminem explained that he was under immense pressure from his label, Aftermath Entertainment, to produce a hit album. "I was feeling a lot of pressure to make a album that would sell well, and I think that affected the creative process," he said. Dr. Dre echoed Eminem's sentiments