Even If It Kills Me
Motion City Soundtrack · 2007
43 min · 13 tracks · punk rock
An energetic blend of pop-punk melodies and introspective lyrics that captures the urgency of youth and self-discovery.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fell in Love Without You — This track encapsulates the album’s spirit with its catchy chorus and heartfelt exploration of love and loss, making it a standout single.
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This Is for Real — With its infectious energy and relatable lyrics about facing reality, this song serves as an anthem for self-reflection and personal growth.
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Even If It Kills Me — As the title track, it resonates deeply with themes of perseverance and determination, showcasing the band's ability to blend emotion with catchy hooks.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album balances energetic pop-punk with introspective lyrics, though its cohesion suffers slightly from pacing shifts.
What we noticed
- Several songs feature layered vocal harmonies and intertwining melodies, particularly in the choruses, enhancing the pop-punk sound.
- The lyrics often explore themes of self-doubt and relationships, with a conversational style that invites listener engagement.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- catchy hooks and melodies
- steady, consistent energy levels
- short, engaging listening sessions
- reflective yet upbeat vibes
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Even If It Kills Me is Motion City Soundtrack's third album, released after their breakthrough record Commit This to Memory. At this point in their career, the band was solidifying their place in the pop-punk scene while exploring deeper lyrical themes and more polished production techniques.
- Stylistic neighbors
- The Get Up Kids· Brand New· Taking Back Sunday
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fell in Love Without You 2:32
- 2 This Is for Real 3:11
- 3 It Had to Be You 3:48
- 4 Last Night 3:18
- 5 Calling All Cops 3:25
- 6 Can’t Finish What You Started 3:57
- 7 The Conversation 2:50
- 8 Broken Heart 3:02
- 9 Hello Helicopter 4:23
- 10 Where I Belong 3:23
- 11 Point of Extinction 2:40
- 12 Antonia 3:16
- 13 Even If It Kills Me 3:51
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