Mariah Carey And Eminem: The Drama Behind "Obsessed" And Their Turbulent History

It feels like 2009 all over again, as Mariah Carey, 51, is reviving her iconic hit song “Obsessed” and the controversies surrounding her rumored past romance with Eminem, 48. On June 16, Mariah took to TikTok to celebrate the 12-year anniversary of her anthem, sharing a humorous video that poked fun at Eminem, who had previously claimed in 2002 that they had a fling. The song “Obsessed,” released in 2009, was widely interpreted as a reaction to Eminem's claims, which Mariah has consistently denied.

In her TikTok video, Mariah participated in the viral “Wipe It Down” challenge, cleaning a mirror in her closet while dressed in a pink robe, hair curlers, and a blue face mask. She then transformed into a glamorous look before hilariously mimicking Eminem's portrayal in the “Obsessed” music video. Mariah captioned her post, “Just for laughs… from last year’s lockdown when all I did was wipe tings down 🧽😂 #HappyAnniversaryObsessed.”

The drama between Mariah and Eminem is intricate and has unfolded over many years. It began in 2002 when Eminem, also known as Marshall Mathers, insinuated in his song "Superman" that they had a romantic relationship. Mariah publicly denied these claims during an appearance on Larry King Live, stating that she had only hung out with him a few times and did not consider it dating.

The feud has continued to evolve, with Eminem maintaining that he dated Mariah, even going so far as to claim they were together for six months. Mariah retaliated with her song “Clown” in 2003, and Eminem has since referenced their tumultuous history multiple times in his music. In 2009, Mariah’s “Obsessed” was perceived as a powerful response to the ongoing drama, reaching No. 7 on the Billboard Hot 100 and solidifying her position as the ultimate victor in this celebrity feud.

Mariah’s and Eminem’s back-and-forth has kept fans engaged for years, with both sides keeping the narrative alive through their music and public statements. Their history serves as a reminder of how celebrity relationships can unfold in the public eye, often becoming part of their artistic expression.