I feel like I should've known this lol I sometimes forget that people in one thread are also in different threads. Anyway... carry on.
I think that musically Son of a Gun is one their blandest songs, but it's totally rescued by the lyrics which are a perfect blend of typical MCS style self analysis and yet at the same time, are pretty sweet at parts.
I was listening to it today and I actually realize my only problem with it is the beginning and the actual chorus. I really like the "you're over dramatic, I'm aerodynamic" part.
Final Scores: Boxelder - 12 The Coma Kid - 2 Happy Anniversary - 9 The Worst Is Yet To Come - 5 Floating Down the River - 8 Everyone Will Die - 6 Give Up/Give In - Timelines - 14 Bottom Feeder - 2 Bad Idea - 12 Son Of A Gun - 4 Circuits and Wires - 10 I'm very pleased with this. Round 2 begins immediately and the match ups will be: Boxelder vs. True Romance Happy Anniversary vs. Floating Down the River Timelines vs. Alcohol Eyes Bad Idea vs. Circuits and Wires
Man, voting on this album just reminds me of how disappointed I was when this album was released. It’s just so underwhelming. I am rooting for Happy Anniversary to take the win though.
Boxelder Floating Down the River Timelines Bad Idea FDTR should actually win IMO. Man those lyrics are so real and incredible to listen to knowing what he’s been through. Probably my favorite song from this era
I was just thinking the opposite. I love this album and I don't go back to it nearly enough. These re-listens have solidified my opinion that I like it more than EIIKM.
Hmm, I've got my votes for the last 3 matchups, but I have to give "True Romance" and "Boxelder" each a listen or two to decide between them.
True Romance – I love the melodies and bass and synth lines in this song! Happy Anniversary Timelines Circuits and Wires
I honestly think Floating Down The River is one of this bands most criminally under rated songs. Fantastic lyrics and melody and a song that makes me so happy for Justin's happiness these days. I am attempting to change after years of destruction. Don't be alarmed, I'm still stupid, awkward, anxious, and a terrible bore, But I'm excited these days, It's the strangest sensation. I only wish I were younger, so I would have more time to explore.
So true, I love the lyrics to this song. I really think Justin has some of his strongest stuff, lyrically, on this album. It really saves some of the tracks that aren't so great musically haha.
Current totals Boxelder - 8 True Romance - 5 Happy Anniversary - 10 Floating Down the River - 3 Timelines - 12 Alcohol Eyes - 1 Bad Idea - 3 Circuits and Wires - 10