Eminem & Lana Del Rey – “Born to Die” (2024 Music Video) – A Collaboration Fans Never Expected

In a stunning crossover that no one saw coming, hip-hop icon Eminem and alternative pop queen Lana Del Rey joined forces for a reimagined version of Born to Die in 2024. The collaboration took the music industry by storm, blending Eminem’s razor-sharp lyricism with Lana’s hauntingly cinematic melodies, creating a genre-bending masterpiece.

The Unexpected Pairing

Rumors of the collaboration surfaced when both artists were spotted in a Detroit recording studio late last year. Fans speculated about a possible track, but neither Eminem nor Lana confirmed anything—until a cryptic teaser dropped on social media in early 2024. The 10-second clip showed Lana standing in a dimly lit cathedral while Eminem’s voice echoed in the background: “We were born to die… but first, we live.”

Within hours, the internet exploded with theories about the song’s meaning, with many assuming it would be a deeply introspective piece exploring mortality, fame, and heartbreak—classic themes for both artists.

The Sound & Lyrics

Unlike the original Born to Die, which was a sweeping orchestral ballad, the 2024 version introduced a darker, more aggressive tone. Eminem opened with a verse reflecting on his past struggles, contrasting Lana’s signature dreamy vocals.

 Eminem’s verse:
“From trailer parks to stages, fate rearranges,
Came from the bottom, got lost in the changes,
Said I was born to lose, but I tore through pages,
Now I’m standing at the top, staring death in the face, kid.”

Lana’s chorus remained intact but was layered with eerie synths and a deep 808 bassline. The second verse saw Eminem rapping about lost love, tying into the original song’s melancholic themes, while Lana’s bridge soared with haunting orchestral elements.