"Yeah, I did see where the people dissing me were coming from. But, it's like, anything that happened in the past between black and white, I can't really speak on it, because I wasn't there. I don't feel like me being born the color I am makes me any less of a person"

In this quote, Eminem acknowledges that he understands why some people might slam or disrespect him. Nevertheless, he also acknowledges that he can not fully comprehend or speak on the historical tensions in between black and white people, as he was not present throughout those events. Despite this, he strongly thinks that his race does not define his worth as an individual. He turns down the concept that being born a certain color makes him any less important or deserving of regard. This quote highlights Eminem's awareness of racial issues and his rejection to let his race define him.