About this album
Where they were
Released in 2004, ...Is a Real Boy marked Say Anything's debut studio album, establishing them as a prominent voice in the emo genre. The album followed their self-titled EP and showcased a more polished sound while maintaining the raw emotion characteristic of their earlier work.
Why it matters
...Is a Real Boy received significant critical acclaim and commercial attention, reaching number 24 on the Billboard Heatseekers chart. Its combination of witty lyricism and diverse musical styles influenced many artists within the emo and pop-punk scenes, cementing Say Anything's place in early 2000s alternative music.
Essential tracks
- "Alive With the Glory of Love" — This track stands out for its poignant storytelling about love and loss during wartime, blending catchy melodies with emotional depth.
- "Woe" — With its infectious chorus and candid lyrics about existential dread, 'Woe' captures the essence of adolescent turmoil and uncertainty.
- "Chia‐Like, I Shall Grow" — This song exemplifies the album's unique blend of humor and vulnerability, showcasing the band's ability to juxtapose playful elements with serious themes.
- "I Want to Know Your Plans" — 'I Want to Know Your Plans' features an earnest exploration of relationships and intentions, making it one of the most relatable tracks on the album.
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
United States
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Belt 4:59
- 2 Woe 3:55
- 3 The Writhing South 4:46
- 4 Alive With the Glory of Love 4:15
- 5 Yellow Cat (Slash) Red Cat 5:18
- 6 The Futile 2:45
- 7 Spidersong 3:57
- 8 An Orgy of Critics 3:55
- 9 Every Man Has a Molly 3:05
- 10 Slowly, Through a Vector 4:40
- 11 Chia‐Like, I Shall Grow 4:56
- 12 I Want to Know Your Plans 5:12
- 13 Admit It!!! 6:12
Disc 2
- 1 Wow, I Can Get Sexual Too 3:00
- 2 Little Girls 3:54
- 3 Most Beautiful Plague 4:53
- 4 It’s a Metaphor Fool 2:52
- 5 Total Revenge 3:27
- 6 Metal Now 2:44
- 7 I Will Never Write an Obligatory Song About Being on the Road and Missing Someone 3:50
