American Quote by Maz Jobrani
“Anyone who's gotten their passport in America will tell you, when you get it, it still says what country you were born in. So I remember getting my American passport. I was like, 'Woo-hoo! I'm going to travel.' And I opened it up. It said, 'Born in Iran.' I'm like, 'Oh, come on, man!'”
About This Quote
Source Stand‑up Comedy: Maz Jobrani Live, 2012
The humor highlights the irony of national identity paperwork, showing that official documents can contradict personal identity.
In simple terms: Passport shows birthplace, not citizenship.
Key Takeaway
Recognize that identity is more than paperwork.
Themes
identity
irony
immigration
humor
Mood
wry
reflective
Type
humorous
observational
When to use this quote
- travel planning
- immigration paperwork
- personal reflection
- cultural integration
Key Concepts
nationality
bureaucracy
self‑perception
Questions to Reflect On
- How do official labels affect your sense of belonging?
- What does this reveal about the gap between legal status and personal identity?
A Different Perspective
The joke may overlook deeper feelings of displacement for immigrants.
