Eminem has just dropped his first-ever UK drill collaboration, teaming up with Central Cee on a hard-hitting new track titled “One Up.” The powerful fusion blends Eminem’s legendary rapid-fire lyricism with Central Cee’s gritty, streetwise storytelling — and fans can’t get enough.
Produced by a mix of Detroit and UK-based beatmakers, the track features booming 808s, eerie melodies, and a dark, atmospheric backdrop that perfectly supports both artists’ unique styles.
Eminem Delivers a Blistering Verse
Eminem opens the track by going straight for the jugular — targeting critics, the music industry, and doubters who question his legacy:
“They said I’m past my prime, but I outlasted time,
Wrote a million rhymes, still the illest alive.”
Central Cee Brings Real-World Grit
Central Cee enters with his signature laid-back yet razor-sharp flow, drawing comparisons between his rise in the UK scene and Eminem’s early grind in Detroit:
“Came from the bottom, still here on my grind,
Legend in my city, now I’m worldwide.”
A Cinematic Music Video Bridges Two Worlds
The “One Up” music video is just as powerful as the track itself. Directed by an all-star visual team, the video moves between the gritty streets of London and the cold, industrial backdrop of Detroit — symbolizing the cultural connection between the two rap icons.
Eminem delivers his verse from a dimly lit underground studio, a nod to his battle rap roots.
Central Cee performs from a towering high-rise, representing his rise to global recognition.
Fans will spot several Eminem Easter eggs, including a scene of him spray-painting “Still Shady” on a wall and a powerful reenactment of his 8 Mile battle rap days.
Fans React: “A Genre-Bending Masterpiece”
As soon as “One Up” dropped, the internet lit up with excitement. Fans praised the track’s unexpected chemistry, the cross-genre appeal, and how both artists managed to stay true to their roots while pushing creative boundaries.
Many are calling it a genre-blending anthem that sets a new standard for global rap collaborations — bringing two generations and two continents together through music.
