 The album saw Eminem take a substantially more predominant production role with most of it being self-produced, with Dr. Dre being the album's executive producer.The album features guest appearances from Obie Trice, D12, Dr. Dre, Nate Dogg and Eminem's daughter Hailie Jade Mathers.The album incorporates a heavier use of rap rock than Eminem's previous albums, and its themes are predominantly based on Eminem's prominence in hip hop culture, as well as his ambivalent thoughts of fame.