The song was written by Eminem, Jon Bellion, and Bebe Rexha, with production handled by Frequency.
"The Monster" marks the fourth collaboration between Eminem and Rihanna, following "Love the Way You Lie", its sequel "Love the Way You Lie (Part II)" (2010), and "Numb" (2012).
Eminem and Rihanna performed the song live at the 2014 MTV Movie Awards.
2015 Grammy Awards Best Rap/Sung Collaboration - Won.
"The Monster" was released on October 29, 2013, as the fourth single from the album.