"It's funny how people who ain't never been down there can think that America is so fair and that we should be alright. It's funny that the people who have their foot on our neck are telling us, 'Get up. What's wrong with you?'"

In this quote, Ice Cube is highlighting the paradox and lack of knowledge of those who have actually never ever experienced the struggles and oppressions dealt with by marginalized communities in America. He points out that these individuals often think that America is a reasonable and equal society, and question why those who are oppressed and marginalized are unable to be successful. However, Ice Cube explains that it is those in positions of power and privilege who are oppressing and holding down these communities, yet they have the audacity to tell them to simply "get up" and neglect the systemic concerns that are triggering their battles. This quote functions as an effective commentary on the systemic inequalities and oppressions present in American society.