The song starts with Eminem announcing the upcoming release of his final album, which is generating a lot of anticipation. Eminem has raised the bar for this album with “Toby,” a track that showcases his technical proficiency, passion, and hunger. The song is built to not only showcase Eminem’s ability to evolve but also to address the years of slander and dismissal he has faced.

Eminem collaborates with Big Sean and Baby Tron on “Toby,” representing different eras and generations of Detroit hip-hop. This collaboration highlights the importance of regional territory and unity in the genre, following the precedent set by Kendrick Lamar. Despite the seeming randomness of the collaboration, Baby Tron and Eminem gel together surprisingly well, with Baby Tron delivering a memorable hook and Eminem delivering a sharp and on-point verse.

The song serves as a fantastic job of putting the stakes and weight of Eminem’s upcoming project into perspective. Eminem shocks the world by not just reminding everyone of his skill but also by calling out other MCs, ranging from direct shots to subliminal ones. One of the most obvious targets is Melly Mel, who has been disrespected by both Kendrick Lamar and Eminem. Eminem defends himself from Mel’s attacks and emphasizes his own status as an all-time great.

Eminem also throws lyrical jabs at other MCs who are in the debate for the greatest MC of all time. He questions how names he has collaborated with and outperformed on songs can still be higher up on an all-time list than him. While Eminem doesn’t explicitly name the rappers he is targeting, it is pretty clear that he is referencing Billboard’s recent list of the top 50 rappers of all time.

The most talked-about jab is Eminem’s reference to Jay-Z, reminding listeners of his superior performance on their collaboration “Renegade.” Eminem’s competitive attitude and willingness to challenge other MCs for the crown are what make hip-hop exciting. He is not only trying to get the best out of himself but also hoping to inspire his competition to deliver their best.

Overall, “Toby” is a powerful and thought-provoking track that showcases Eminem’s lyrical prowess and competitive spirit. It is a must-listen for fans of hip-hop and anyone interested in the ongoing debate about the greatest MC of all time.