The lyrical legend from Cypress Hill dropped some major props for Eminem on his YouTube channel.

B-Real revealed that Eminem randomly texted him about a recent collaboration B-Real did with Mr. Criminal. Apparently, Shady was feeling the bars so much, he started quoting them back. B-Real, clearly humbled by the recognition, says:

Hey, man, coming from you, it means a lot. ’Cause I respect the hell out of my bro. He’s my Top 3 all day. No one could shake this foundation ever.

But the lovefest doesn’t stop there! After hearing Em’s new single, “Houdini,” B-Real had to hit Shady back with some props. He raved about Eminem’s “ridiculous pocket”, praising the “crisp and clean” delivery and the return of that classic “old Eminem shit” – a potent mix of tight bars and signature dark humour. B-Real welcomes the comeback:

It’s that old Eminem shit. When it’s bars, and it’s funny. He’s brought the shock humour cynical bars back.

This mutual admiration between two hip hop legends is a beautiful thing to see. B-Real’s respect for Eminem is clear, and his praise for “Houdini” only adds to the growing hype surrounding the track.

And it is a call to all fans and hip hop heads alike. Blast “Houdini,” relive the glory of “old Eminem”, and celebrate the respect that flows between these lyrical giants.

Watch the video below (00:22:00)