You can find the full lyrics at: Genius BBC - Radio 1 Released in 2002 on The Eminem Show , this deeply personal track sees the rapper addressing his upbringing, criticizing his mother, and expressing regret over his parents' actions. The song serves as a raw, emotional confession, differing from his more satirical work and later leading to an apology in his 2013 song "Headlights". Eminem – Cleanin' Out My Closet Lyrics - Genius