'Rap God' Eminem, Justin Timberlake Beat Out For Top Global Recording Artist Title: Who Won?

Eminem's resurgence into music relevancy cumulated with a second-place finish on the list of the top global recording acts in 2013 by the IPFI, according to Digital Spy.

The rapper's eighth studio album, The Marshall Mathers LP 2, earned platinum status with major hits, including the chart-topper "The Monster" featuring Rihanna and "Rap God." However, despite the critical and commercial acclaim, the Detroit native, along with fellow U.S. artists Justin Timberlake, Bruno Mars, Katy Perry and Pink, was beat out by UK boy band One Direction for the top spot.

One Direction snagged the title thanks to the success of their Midnight Memories album, along with millions of Youtube views and large streaming numbers on top services such as Spotify and Deezer. The IPFI creates the top ten global recording acts chart through a combination of physical sales, digital sales and streaming revenue.


Here's the official 2013 IPFI Top Ten Global Recording Artists Chart:


1. One Direction
2. Eminem
3. Justin Timberlake
4. Bruno Mars
5. Katy Perry
6. Pink
7. Macklemore & Ryan Lewis
8. Rihanna
9. Michael Bublé
10. Daft Punk


On the heels of his big 2013, Eminem also appears to be working with old pals D12 on new material, Em's producer Mark Bass recently told The Detroit Free Press.

D12, which hasn't released an album since 2004's D12 World, are without key member Proof, a close friend of Eminem's that passed away in 2006. Bizzare and Mr. Porter also left the group, but it is possible the two could return for a reunion with remaining members Kuniva, Swifty McVay, Fuzz Scoota and Eminem.

While details on the comeback are sparse, Bass did reveal in his interview that Eminem was featured on three of the tracks the group already recorded.

D12 hit double-platinum status with their LP Devil's Night, which helped jump-start Eminem's career. Their sophomore album, D12 World, was also a hit, making its way to the top of the albums chart.

Eminem is also reportedly linked to a New record with Busta Rhymes and a Battle rap reality show.