White America

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About White America

"White America" is a political hip hop song by rapper Eminem released in 2002 from his fourth studio album, The Eminem Show. The song was also performed at the MTV Video Music Awards. It is the first full song on the album, and describes Eminem's rise to prominence and allegations from parents and politicians that he had influenced criminal behavior on young white Americans.


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2005
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Eminem

Marshall Bruce Mathers III (born October 17, 1972), known professionally as Eminem (/ˌɛmɪˈnɛm/; often stylized as EMINƎM), is an American rapper, songwriter, record producer, record executive, and actor. He is consistently cited as one of the greatest and most influential artists of all time in any genre, with Rolling Stone ranking him 83rd on its list of the 100 Greatest Artists of All Time and labelling him the "King of Hip Hop". He will often be called " Slim Shady" at times. He has gotten into quite some rap battles against MGK, ( Machine Gun Kelly) Snoop Dog, etc. more »

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Release and Chart Performance
"White America" is a song from Eminem's fourth studio album, "The Eminem Show," released in 2002. - Though it wasn't released as a single, it still gained significant recognition, charting in multiple countries.
Song's Content
Eminem discusses the influence of his music on young white Americans and addresses his critics, primarily in the United States government and Parent-Teacher Association who perceived his lyrics as violent or inappropriate.
Controversy
The lyrics sparked controversy due to their political insinuations, criticizing the U.S. government for its treatment of racial issues. - Eminem also criticizes Lynne Cheney, then-Vice President Dick Cheney's wife, who had publicly criticized him for promoting violence.
Lyrics' Effect
Due to its provocative lyrics, "White America" has been analyzed in academic circles, including its usage to discuss racial and social issues.
Music Video
The music video of "White America" was created by the "Guerrilla News Network," known for its radical political commentary, reflecting the song's political nature. - It uses animation to depict Eminem's rise to fame and the cultural impact of his music.
Live Performances
In 2010, during his "Recovery" tour, Eminem performed "White America" for the troops at an event called "Home & Home" concert. - His performances usually see the crowd singing along to every word, indicating the song's long-lasting popularity.
Legacy
"White America" is often noted as one of Eminem's best political songs due to its critical perspective on American politics and the state of the nation. - Despite being nearly 20 years old, the song remains relevant in discussions about racism and freedom of speech in the music industry.

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