Im Black but alot of people i know say i act white and some even call me white and I feel insulted when they say it. Most of the time its just friends joking around. But you know when someone is joking but there still serious. Plus alot of people from my old schools told me i acted white and this makes me feel bad. Whats the point of individuality if you have to act a certain way just because of your skin color.
2007-12-04 08:10:57 · 15 answers · asked by robinson_cj 2 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
What they mean is . . .
"You aren't fulfilling the biased expectation I have of someone with your skin color."
2007-12-04 08:19:59 · answer #1 · answered by Roy H 3 · 6⤊ 0⤋
First of all, the notion of "acting white" or "acting black" are both social myths that have been placed out there to separate people and define people within society's comfort zone. You are not confused. You are influenced by the environment that you are in and the people that you are around. BUT, that does not mean that you are confused or that you are not "a real black person." As long as you are not bothered by these parts of your personality--which is basically what all of this is--then you will be fine. Liking white boys, growing your hair longer than neck-length, having predominantly white friends, etc., etc.--there is nothing wrong with that. The main thing you will have to deal with is people thinking you are not "black enough." Of course, those people who will say that prescribe to the idea that black people "all listen to rap, wear baggy clothes, talk with bad grammar, are uneducated, etc." Those people who will want to say that you are not "black enough" are just buying into the notion of what being black means, as defined by predominantly white society. Ignore those people, you will be just fine. BTW, this response is from a dark-skinned, short-haired, black girl from Detroit, with a master's degree, who grew up listening to heavy metal rock music, watching "white" TV shows, is a hockey fan, and liking white boys. And I'm doing just fine in life. So will you. Just ignore the haters.
2016-05-28 04:29:54 · answer #2 · answered by georgina 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know what you mean i'm black and some of the kids from my school including my friends call me white girl or Oreo just cause I listen to Adele and other white singers but i listen to R&B and rap and i love it but just cause that's not all i listen to its "WRONG" it makes me feel bad as well cause its almost like they are saying it as an insult and putting you down for who you are. My family even does it both my parents are rappers and they expect me to listen to hard core rap like they do. Don't get me wrong i love black music and people i love my culture and wouldn't want to change for anything because i love who i am its just i feel like people can be so judgmental for the littlest things and being called white girl hurts me a lot not cause i don't like that race its cause they put a label on me b4 they even take the time to really know me so don't feel alone i'm learning to do what ever makes you happy and you will find people just like you :) Be yourself girl
2014-01-07 16:47:25 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'm white and people say I act black. I don't try to be anyone but what I am. I just have a whole lot of inner-city friends and live in a ghettoish area, and always have, and you tend to take on the colloquialisms of the area and people you hang with most. Eff em. Just be the best you that you can possibly be.
;)
*hug*
2007-12-04 08:20:13 · answer #4 · answered by MamiZ-Notorious Faithful Freak 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A friend of mine who is black gets this from time to time. It annoys him as well (he's straight, btw). What he has told me is that it's a label that gets applied when someone uses proper English and doesn't try to come off "thugged out."
I'm not black, so I don't know how I would respond if it were me. In general, I would say that someone who insults you for no good reason isn't worth the energy getting worked up about it.
2007-12-04 08:42:55 · answer #5 · answered by Clint 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think your behavior or speech depends on the culture with whom you associate with. I'm Japanese and people think I act white. A lady from Japan use to laugh because she couldn't get over a Japanese speaking English. When I was a teenager, I went to a party and the Japanese teenagers from Los Angeles were talking and acting like Black people. At that time it seemed so weird to me. There have been people who ask me where I'm from. I'm third generation Japanese American and from here. Do you go, "I'm from Africa." So, just don't feel bad. You are who you are, and that's outstanding. So, you go girl!
2007-12-04 08:41:01 · answer #6 · answered by Snoot 5 · 6⤊ 0⤋
Well if people think that acting black is acting ghetto and ignorant, then they're sadly mistaken. Man just do your thing, but make sure its the right thing. Me myself, I take a lil something from every race to build wholesome character. Dont care about what people think, as long as youre always real to yourself, and sucessful at what you do, they'll respect you.
2007-12-04 08:19:28 · answer #7 · answered by layn da smckdwn 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
How does one act white? I don't understand that concept. Beside, continue being yourself who cares what others think as long as you're kind and respectful to others. Good luck. 2D
2007-12-04 08:19:44 · answer #8 · answered by 2D 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
As Michael Jackson famously says in his song: 'It don't matter if ou're black or white'.
Just ignore peoples silly comments mate and get on with your life.
2007-12-04 08:21:30 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
i feel the same way! people say i act black! what the hell is that supposed to mean?
2007-12-04 09:31:38 · answer #10 · answered by Lizzy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋