We As Americans ✦ Essential

The song was produced by Eminem himself alongside frequent collaborator . You can listen to the track on platforms like Spotify or Apple Music.

Eminem - We As Americans (Русский перевод) Lyrics - Genius We As Americans

The song was written while Eminem was on a two-year probation for a concealed weapon charge following a 2000 incident where he pistol-whipped a man for kissing his then-wife. The lyrics focus on his frustration over losing his right to bear arms and his perceived need for self-protection. The song was produced by Eminem himself alongside

The track famously prompted an investigation by the United States Secret Service . This was due to a line referencing then-President George W. Bush : "I don't rap for dead presidents / I'd rather see the president dead" . The lyrics focus on his frustration over losing

is a bonus track by Eminem featured on the deluxe edition of his 2004 album, Encore . It is widely considered a "solid post" among fans for its raw political commentary and personal subject matter, originally leaking on the Straight from the Lab mixtape in 2003. Key Context & Controversies

Because of the investigation, the word "dead" was reversed or censored in the official release on Encore to mitigate legal heat. Production Credits